La Lanterna – Italian

Bathed in a warm, inviting glow, this neighborhood gem serves as a vibrant temple to the art of the perfect crust, where the scent of bubbling mozzarella and toasted dough drifts from the ovens. From the crisp, foldable edges of a classic New York-style pie to the decadent, sauce-crowned heights of the "Stuffed Sicilian," each dish celebrates bold flavors like spicy jalapeño, savory meatballs, and silky ribbons of prosciutto. It is a place where rustic charm meets culinary passion, creating an atmosphere that turns a simple pizza night into a soulful, sensory feast.

23 Grey Oaks Avenue, Yonkers NY 10710 https://lalanterna.com/

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: Italian

Price range: $$

Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, gluten-free, nut-free, keto, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, mediterranean, diabetic, sugar-free, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, atkins, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, detox, volumetrics, raw-food, tlc, alkaline, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, pegan

Currently closed

Hours

Tuesday - Friday: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for its savory and perfectly cooked steaks, guests love the inviting atmosphere and prompt service that define a neighborhood favorite. Standout dishes include the expertly prepared steak, which reviewers highlight for its rich flavor and consistent quality at a reasonable price point. Visitors frequently praise the welcoming space and attentive staff, noting that the overall experience consistently delivers on both taste and value.

Bacon & Jalapeno - $18: Bacon, garlic, spicy jalapeno, sliced tomato, oregano, mozzarella, parmigiano, EVOO Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Margherita - $16: Fresh mozzarella & tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
NY Style Pie - $16: Traditional pizza parlor style Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Battaglia - $19: Crumbled sausage & chopped broccoli rabe, mozzarella & a touch of tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Meatball Pie - $19: Sliced meatball, sauce, mozzarella & a dab of fresh ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Bosco - $19: Oven roasted mushrooms, fontina cheese & truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
The Sicilian Pepperoni - $22: Crispy imported pepperoni, light & fluffy Sicilian style focaccia, mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce, side of Calabrian chile peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
The Stuffed Sicilian (The OG) - $24: Crispy fluffy filled with whipped ricotta cheese, topped with Mutti tomato marinara & roasted garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Antipasti

Buratta e Prosciutto - $18: Creamy Mozzarella, crispy eggplant, sliced tomatoes, fire roasted peppers, Italian prosciutto di parma, EVOO & caramelized balsamic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Atkins
Paddy's Meatball - $14: Large Italian meatball stuffed with mozzarella cheese, tomato basil sauce, a dab of ricotta & focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Charcuterie Board - $24: Assorted Cold Appetizers from Battaglia’s Meat & Deli (serves two-three) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Atkins
The Pretzel - $12: Spicy butter, deli mustard, & cheese dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Calamari Fritti - $16: Served with white wine, hot cherry peppers, lemon & black olive sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Spicy Garlic Shrimp - $18: Jumbo shrimp in a creamy spicy white wine sauce over garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Avocado Fries - $14: Avocado wedges, fresh lemon, Italian salsa cruda, chipotle mayo, micro pecorino Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Mussels PEI - $16: Sautéed in EVOO & garlic (red or white) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Zuppa - $9: Homemade soup of the day Dietary tags: Clean-Eating, Volumetrics

Salads

Add chicken $6, shrimp $10, salmon $11

Caesar - $12: Romaine lettuce with house made Caesar dressing and crispy croutons Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics
LaLa's House Salad - $11: Mixed green salad, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion and house dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
Chopped - $14: Lettuce, arugula, avocado, dried cranberries, cucumbers, endive, radicchio and tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
Sweet Pear - $14: Arugula, crumbled gorgonzola dolce, dried cranberries and walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic

Pasta

Gluten-Free Pasta Available

Buratta Gnocchi - $22: House-made potato gnocchi, creamy basil pesto, fresh buratta, pecorino romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Ravioli & Meatball - $21: Ricotta filled ravioli, large meatball, San Marzano tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
My Moms Fusilli - $22: Cork screw pasta, meaty bolognese, whipped ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Orecchiette - $22: Broccoli rabe, crumbled sausage, Calabrian chile pepper, pecorino romano, EVOO & garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Lobster Ravioli - $28: Lobster-filled ravioli, sauteed shrimp, creamy lobster sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Lumache LaLa Vodka - $21: House made lumache, vodka sauce, fresh stracciatella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Spaghetti Carbonara - $22: Spaghetti alla chitarra, crispy pancetta, cipollini onions, cracked pepper, creamy cheese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Norma’s Pachierie Pasta - $22: Giant rigatoni, roasted eggplant, whipped ricotta, Mutti tomato basil sauce, micro pecorino, eggplant chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Pinwheel Lasagna - $24: Rolled pasta bolognese, creamy ricotta and fresh grated pecorino romano cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Main Courses

Pollo Caprese - $24: Breaded chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, arugula, cherry tomato EVOO dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
Shrimp Parm - $26: Served with garlic & olive oil spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Chicken Scarpariello - $26: Boneless chicken breast, sausage, bell peppers, onions, peperoncini, cherry peppers, garlic roasted potatoes, rosemary, lemon white wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Daily Fresh Fish: Selection changes daily Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
The Burger - $18: 100% Angus beef, choice of cheese, brioche bun, fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Fire Grilled Steak - $38: Grilled Angus New York strip, sea salt, house-cut fries, red wine demi sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Lemon Butter Shrimp - $28: 10 oven roasted shrimp, toasted herb garlic butter, lemon, garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Frutti Di Mare - $34: Spaghetti chitarra, shrimp, squid, clams, mussels, garlic, basil white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian

The Schnitzels

Sautéed & Breaded Tender Pork Loin

Schnitzel Margarita - $26: Topped with tomato sauce & fresh mozzarella, served with fresh pappardelle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Jager Schnitzel - $26: Topped with mixed mushroom demi cream sauce over garlic roasted potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Beer Garden Schnitzel - $26: Served with Swiss potato & cucumber salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Sides

Spinach - $8: EVOO & Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
Pull Apart Super Cheesy Garlic Bread - $12: House-made focaccia, roasted garlic confit, Sicilian herb, melted mozzarella, buttery garlic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free