Lento – American
At Lento, the briny scent of the sea fills the air as a curated selection of pristine oysters from across the Atlantic coast are shucked to order, offering a refreshing taste of the tide. The kitchen transforms seasonal harvests into vibrant tapestries of flavor, where smoky charred octopus and earthy roasted beets celebrate the beauty of fresh, intentional ingredients. It is a sanctuary of slow dining, where warm bread service and artfully composed salads invite guests to linger and savor each moment in a sophisticated yet soulful setting.
North Goodman Street +15852713470 https://www.lentorestaurant.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, halal, dairy-free, pescatarian, low-fat, low-sodium, plant-based, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, carnivore, raw-food, tlc, alkaline, aip, zone, volumetrics, renal, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the mouth-watering soup and its beautiful presentation, noting that the flavors are consistently satisfying. Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere, the dining experience is further enhanced by welcoming staff who are praised for their helpful menu recommendations. Reviewers highlight the overall quality of the meal, making it a standout choice for those seeking an intimate and well-serviced dinner.
Menu
Raw Oysters
- Love Shuck, ME - $3: Fresh raw oyster Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Point, CT - $3: Fresh raw oyster Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Souris River, PEI - $3: Fresh raw oyster Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polar Pearl, PEI - $3: Fresh raw oyster Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rhode Island Wild, RI - $3: Fresh raw oyster Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Roasted Red & Gold Beet Salad - $13: Bolton Farms arugula, baby Tuscan kale, pistachio crumble, sunflower seeds, First Light feta, honey ginger vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lento Caesar Salad - $12: Bolton Little gem romaine, Classic dressing, red onion, toasted sourdough breadcrumbs, Reggiano Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Spanish Octopus Salad - $20: Bolton Farms kale, gem romaine, shredded sweet cabbage, white beans, cucumber, fennel, smoky roasted tomato vinaigrette Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Winter Salad - $13: Fresh spinach, pomegranate, hazelnuts, balsamic vinaigrette, Lively Run chevre Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Bread Service - $5: House Focaccia with seasonal toppings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Fat French Fries - $7: Local russets with fresh herbs, garlic aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Poutine - $10: Chicken gravy, hand cut frites, Shtayburne Farms cheese curds, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Poutine - $10: Smoky roasted red pepper tomato gravy, hand cut frites, Shtayburne Farms cheese curds, scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Liver Mousse - $10: Fisher Hill Farm duck liver, pickled red onions, sea salt, fresh baked baguette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Gulf Shrimp Cocktail - $4: White wine & lemon poached shrimp, zesty cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lento Classic Fried Calamari - $14: Point Judith RI squid, chickpeas, piquillo peppers, roasted garlic aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Finger Lakes Cheese Board - $27: Four cheeses, house baked artisan breads, pickles, spreads Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed PEI Mussels - $16: Apple cider, brandy, cream, garlic, thyme, French fries Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carrot Ginger Soup (Cup) - $6: Garam Masala spiced pepitas, scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carrot Ginger Soup (Bowl) - $9: Garam Masala spiced pepitas, scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Sheldrake Moon Brie - $15: Lively Run brie, apple compote, warm Lento baguette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Hand Made Ravioli - $8: Mortadella & ricotta stuffed, tomato sauce, aged balsamico, Reggiano, pistachios Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Mushrooms - $12: Bedient Farms lamb sausage, porcini aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
House Made Pasta
- Pumpkin Stuffed Ravioli - $22: Local spinach, shiitake mushrooms, sage brown butter sauce, Pecorino Romano, amaretti cookie crumb Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan Linguine - $24: Sourdough breaded chicken cutlet, fresh tomato sauce, three Italian cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Gnocchi with Braised Grass-Fed Beef - $26: Tuscan kale, wild mushrooms, fresh tomato sauce, Reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood with Squid Ink Spaghetti - $29: Bay scallops, baby clams, wild Gulf shrimp, lemon dill cream sauce, spinach, artichokes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
- Pan Seared New Bedford Monkfish - $30: Wild Gulf shrimp, black trumpet mushrooms, leek risotto, lemon dill beurre blanc Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled NY Strip Steak - $35: Grass-fed beef, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, bacon roasted brussel sprouts, parsnip crisps, Burgundian truffle butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Duck Confit - $30: Fisher Hill Farm duck, caraway rye spaetzle, spinach, hedgehog mushrooms, cranberry mostarda, cracklings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Coconut Curry - $21: Blue oyster mushroom, potatoes, beluga lentils, rice, spicy tomato ginger chutney, cilantro, peanuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Pork Chop - $32: Cheddar polenta with bacon, braised cabbage, mustard jus, spicy onion crisps Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broiled Wild Alaskan Black Cod - $30: Spicy yuzu miso glaze, sesame sweet potato puree, broccoli with toasted nori, puffed rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand Carved Leg of Lamb - $32: French lentils, roasted root vegetables, mint olive tapenade, yogurt sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Mushroom Risotto - $24: Parsnip puree, Five Spoke cheddar, Swiss chard, frizzled leeks Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Chocolate Pot de Crème - $9: House made caramel sauce, sea salt, shaved chocolate, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Chai Creme Brulee - $9: Chai spiced custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Warm Cinnamon Bread Pudding - $10: Butterscotch, whipped cream, toasted hazelnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Profiteroles - $12: Three puff pastries stuffed with ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- House Made Ice Cream or Sorbet - $8: Three scoops: Vanilla, Chocolate, Espresso, or Chocolate Sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Affogato - $8: Scoop of ice cream or sorbet drowned in fresh espresso
Beverages
- Yuletide Greetings Cocktail - $13: Bar Hill vodka, cranberry liqueur, rosemary syrup, apple cider, lime, fresh smoked rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Smoke on the Hudson - $13: Ten to One rum, Dr Bird Jamacian rum, lapsang souchong lemon, Fee Bros orange & cardamom bitters, red wine float Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Espresso Martini - $12: FLX Coffee Roasters espresso, Black Button coffee liqueur, Black Button vodka, simple, Fee Bros chocolate bitters
- Sweet Dreamsicle (Mocktail) - $7: Muddled orange, coconut cream, vanilla, Fee Bros orange bitters, club soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Mad Hatter (Mocktail) - $7: Pineapple, lemon, green tea, lavender, Fee Bros molasses bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- French Press Coffee (Single) - $4.5: Freshly brewed coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Irish Coffee - $10: FLX dark roast coffee with Irish whiskey & fresh whipped cream
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