Trattoria Cerbone – Italian
Stepping into Trattoria Cerbone feels like entering a lively family kitchen in the heart of Italy, where the golden glow of candlelight dances across rustic wooden tables and the air is thick with the aroma of garlic and toasted herbs. Silken ribbons of hand-rolled pasta are tossed in vibrant, herb-flecked sauces that celebrate the purity of seasonal ingredients, offering a soulful tribute to regional traditions. Every meal becomes a spirited celebration of the good life, inviting guests to linger over robust wines and velvety desserts in an atmosphere of pure, unhurried conviviality.
71-24 Fresh Pond Road +1-718-386-4400 https://www.anticatrattoriamenu.com/Rating: 3.7/5 (34 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian, mediterranean, pescatarian, sugar-free, diabetic, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, low-sodium, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, dash-sodium-reduced, raw-food, zone, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, aip, low-fodmap, carnivore, candida, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
While some diners celebrate the consistently great food and perfectly prepared entrees, experiences vary significantly regarding service and value. Guests appreciate the potential of the cuisine, with loyal patrons noting they have never been disappointed by the menu offerings. However, others highlight issues with missing items, bland flavors in dishes like meatballs and pizza, and understaffing during peak times like Valentine's Day. Despite decor and service challenges, the core food quality remains a highlight for returning families.
Menu
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $12.95: Mozzarella and tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Napolitana Pizza - $13.95: Fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Romana Pizza - $15.95: Mozzarella, tomato sauce, prosciutto, and anchovies. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Pepperoni Pizza - $14.95: Jalapenos, homemade meatballs, shallots. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Antica Jalapenos & Meatballs Pizza - $15.95: Jalapenos, homemade meatballs, shallots. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tre Sapori Pizza - $16.95: Mozzarella, tomato sauce, black olives, roasted red peppers, and sausage. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Quattro Stagione Pizza - $17.95: Mozzarella, tomato sauce, prosciutto, artichokes, black olives, and mushrooms. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
Insalate
Salads
- Insalata Mista - $10.95: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, celery, and Gaeta olives with Antica dressing. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Insalata Capricciosa - $13.95: Arugula, spinach, Belgium endive radicchio, cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella with Antica dressing. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Caesar Salad - $11.95: Antica Romaine, croutons, and Parmigiano cheese in an Antica Caesar dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Insalata Caprese - $13.95: Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and basil with Antica dressing. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Antipasti
Appetizers
- Mozzarella in Carrozza - $12.95: Deep-fried breaded mozzarella with tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Polpette "Piciriddi" - $14.95: Small meatballs stuffed with mozzarella and prosciutto in a rich spicy tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Funghi Ripieni - $14.95: Mushrooms stuffed with chop meat, peppers, mozzarella, and pancetta in a pink sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Homemade Crab Cake - $17.95: Garnished with baby arugula, cherry tomatoes topped with sliced avocados, finished with lemon Dijon dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sandwiches
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $12.95: With lettuce and tomato. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Meatball Parmigiana Sandwich - $12.95: With marinara sauce, meatballs and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich - $13.95: Chicken with sauce and mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Pasta
- Penne Vodka - $15.95: Fresh cream, tomato sauce, and vodka. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Penne Siciliane - $15.95 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $16.95: Homemade pasta in a white cream sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $16.95: Eggs and bacon in a fresh cream sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti Puttanesca - $17.95: Spaghetti pasta with capers, Gaeta olives, fresh tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Penne Spezzatino - $17.95: Tender chicken chunks with peas and mushrooms in a pink cream sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Busiate Cu Li Sardi - $18.95: Homemade pasta with sardines, young fennel, pine seeds, raisins, and toasted breadcrumbs on top. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Tagliolini Capitano - $18.95: Homemade pasta with crab meat, shrimp, fresh tomato sauce, and a touch of cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Orecchiette Broccoli Rape e Salsiccia - $18.95: Homemade pasta with broccoli rape, with sun-dried tomatoes & sausage in garlic & oil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
Pollo
Chicken
- Pollo Alla Griglia - $15.95: Grilled breast of chicken. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pollo Milanese - $17.95: Breaded chicken breast with pecorino cheese, garlic, and parsley. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo Parmigiana - $19.95: Chicken parmigiana. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo Francese - $19.95: Dipped in eggs and sauteed in a lemon and white wine sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo Marsala - $19.95: With mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pollo Cordon Blue - $20.95: Breaded chicken breast topped with prosciutto, eggplant, and mozzarella in a brown sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Carne
Veal
- Vitello Milanese - $19.95: Breaded veal cutlet with pecorino cheese, garlic, and parsley. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Vitello Parmigiana - $21.95: Veal Parmigiana. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Scaloppine Francese - $21.95: Dipped in eggs and sauteed in a lemon and white wine sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Scaloppine Pizzaiola - $21.95: Fresh tomatoes, garlic, and oregano. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Scaloppine Marsala - $21.95: With mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Vitello Cordon Blue - $22.95: Breaded veal topped with eggplant, prosciutto, and mozzarella in a brown sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Pesce
Seafood
- Gamberi Parmigiana - $22.95: Shrimp parmigiana. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Gamberoni Fra Diavolo - $22.95: Shrimp in a hot spicy tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Gamberoni Scampi - $20.95: Shrimp with garlic in a lemon and wine sauce with chopped tomatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
Desserts
- Frutta Di Bosco - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Trattoria Cerbone
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Trattoria Cerbone features a lively, rustic Italian family kitchen style with candlelight and wooden tables, despite some noted decor challenges.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- At a moderate ($$) price level, reviews vary significantly regarding value, with a 3.7/5 rating due to inconsistent service and flavors.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Menu highlights include Margherita and Pepperoni pizzas, Insalata Caprese, Mozzarella in Carrozza, Polpette "Piciriddi", and Homemade Crab Cake.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- With a 3.7/5 rating, concerns include inconsistent service and value, missing items, understaffing, decor challenges, and bland meatballs and pizza.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the candlelit, family-style atmosphere and hand-rolled pasta, but visit during off-peak hours to avoid potential service and staffing issues.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Rated 3.7/5, customers praise consistently great food and entrees but criticize inconsistent service, understaffing, and bland meatballs or pizza.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Trattoria Cerbone features a rustic Italian kitchen atmosphere, though review summaries highlight challenges with the decor and understaffing.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect great Italian entrees but should note inconsistent service and understaffing at this moderate ($$) restaurant rated 3.7/5.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Pollo Alla Griglia fits keto, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, while Busiate Cu Li Sardi works for mediterranean and dairy-free lifestyles.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Margherita and Pepperoni pizzas, Mozzarella in Carrozza, Funghi Ripieni, Polpette "Piciriddi", and homemade crab cakes.
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