This neighborhood Italian restaurant has been at this location since 2014. There are two rooms that created a fairly large restaurant with standard decor- not offensive but not inspiring. The lighting in the rear dining room changed several times during the evening which was weird. There is ample parking as the location is within a strip mall in Ardsley. The menu offered traditional Italian fare plus specials with fairly moderate prices such as $25 for a chicken dish (welcome to 2024...). Service is cordial if not polished and there is an old school maitre'D who checks in on parties to make sure they are ok. There was a substantial wait to receive our starters because according to the service team "they make the baked clams fresh which takes time". We cajoled the wait staff to at least allow us to have our salads and they magically appeared. The hot items soon followed and they were ok. Entrees were good if not great. The desserts might have been the highlight of the meal- a wide selection of Italian favorites all served with delicious home made whipped cream. It all adds up to a decent Italian restaurant. If I lived within 5 minutes of La Catena it might be in my restaurant rotation- but I don't think I would travel for an experience that is readily available elsewhere.
Frank M
Dinner was delicious the whole family loved itThe attentive wait staff and owner sincerity made this must go to restaurant for special occasionsThank you Caio!!Parking: Right in front of the door convenient ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Linguine Alle Vongole
Diana A.
Overpriced, mediocre quality food. The service here is very nice and professional. We had a great time talking to the owner about Italy and his homeland, Albania. The dining rooms are both beautiful, and so are the bathrooms. The food started off strong with warm bread and an interesting olive oil dip that tasted nice. For the main course, I got the lobster ravioli special. It came covered in an absolutely flavorless white sauce and some cut-up shrimp. The filling of the ravioli also had no flavor. Someone else in my party got the veal pizzaiolo, which was just veal chops in a tomato and mushroom sauce. It in no sense resembled real veal pizzaiolo. I only liked the chicken francese, which someone else got. That tasted pretty good. It really didn't help that each dish was over $20 for such bad food.
Joe D.
Just returned home from a birthday party held at La Catena. The food here is simply Fabulous! Hard to choose from the wonderful pasta and entree choices. The starters included their melt-in-your-mouth lightly Fried Calamari, Stuffed Mushrooms, and cold antipasto with their thick crusted artisan Italian Bread - YUM! I chose the Rigatoni with their wonderfully fragrant Basil Marinara, and Chicken Paisano (chunks of moist, tender white meat chicken, vinegar red peppers, thin sliced scalloped potatoes all in a delicious, light white wine lemon sauce)! Perfectly prepared broccoli in garlic sauce and lightly seasoned roasted potatoes complimented the entree. Their house made scrumptious Napoleon Cake set with birthday candles, served with a creamy cappuccino - It Don't Get Better Than This! The Dining Room's soft warm lighting, crisp white linens and attentive service of the waiters complete this gourmet experience. Bellissimo!
Lucy S
This restaurant is the perfect setting and the staff were incredible! Food was delicious. They were so attentive and the atmosphere was as if you were at home enjoying a family dinner. Truly treat you like family. Will definitely be returning to La Catena in the future.Parking: Located in a strip mall setting, lots of free parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesecake
LunaMom
I have previously been to this restaurant many times. last night the food was subpar, returned my first meal! Service was very rushed, staff running back and forth next to our table.
MilesH
Good food and service for Christmas Eve. We had to wait 30mins beyond our reservation time but to be expected given busy evening. Food was tasty and not overwhelming portions. Service was excellent with positive attitudes and attention although very busy. The owner stopped by to check on us which was appreciated.
Lelando
The dining experience at La Catena is always pleasant. The menu has something for everyone plus a wide variety of specials. My favorite is table side Caesar salad. You don't find that in restaurants very often any more. The service is very attentive and accommodating. Lots of seating, so no waiting for a table. Jeff does a great job making sure all customers have enjoyed their meals.
Adams
Great evening at La Catena. Stopped for drink at bar with friendly bartender and customers. Hostess sat us and we enjoyed two yummy specials...One seafood pasta and one chicken with eggplant n brown sauce. Loved the cheesecake for dessert. Food so delicious and family warmth makes this place a keeper!! Happy holidays!!
karen hemerick
Food wasn't as good as other places in Westchester . Would not return.
Not sure what to say, we are local folks and had heard good things about La Catena but the service on a recent Saturday night (party of four and we had reservations) was poor: bad communication among waitstaff leading to having to request items multiple times Salads were small but fresh and beautifully dressed Four entrees came out at the same time (good) and all were tepid/lukewarm (bad). Fettuccine side dish was gummy and the bread not worth eating BUT a side of roasted potatoes and broccoli served family style showed what this kitchen could do. Perfectly cooked, seasoned, and at the right temperature. Tiramisu was excellent and they are generous on their pours of wine by the glass. It's a roomy dining room where you can talk to your dining companions without shouting, or struggling to hear. From that side dish alone, I know the kitchen can do better. Will try to return in the next few weeks for a second try. Getting the kitchen and front of the house to be in synch is an art and anyone can have a bad night.
Ivy951
I can't begin to describe the welcoming feeling that I got as soon as I entered the restaurant. The servers are attentive without being intrusive and really know about the food they're serving. The food is delicious, and beautiful. There's good food, there's pretty food, but then there's the food at La Catena. It looks like what you picture in your mind when you order a meal! The space itself is a mix of classy and homey. It's not kitschy or over-themed. It's a great place to dress up, but also a great place to be business casual. I can't wait to go back! (Try the chicken scarperelli!).
Ian C.
I went here with my family to celebrate my graduation. The waiters and waitresses almost felt non-existent. Whenever we needed help with something there was always a waiter walking straight passed us as if they had somewhere better to be, or something else more important to attend. Whenever we asked for an extra drink or even just extra grades cheese, it took almost 20 minutes for that just to come to the table. The food was subpar, definitely not what i would expect from a restaurant with the aesthetic they have. The lighting was dimmed to the point to where i could barely see my food or the disappointed look on my godson's face when he took a bite into a hard piece of pasta. Which leads to my second complaint, the ravioli was completely undercooked. some of them were hard which means they cook them from a frozen package, which surprised me due to the fact that they have such a nice restaurant so you would think they would make their raviolis fresh for the day. I ordered a mozzarella caprese for my girlfriend. She is allergic to a few food items so we try and stay clear of certain items on the menu when ordering food or dining out. One specific and major food allergy she has is cucumbers, even to the touch, she can have a reaction. So we ordered the mozzarella caprese thinking it had no cucumbers on it after reading the ingredients listed below 3 times just to be safe. We also told the waiter that she wanted the oil and vinegar on the side. The waiter then brings out the dish drenched with oil and vinegar and loaded with cucumbers. I then tell the waiter that she is allergic to cucumbers and his response was "it said it on the menu" i then replied with "it was not said on the menu" and he began to argue with me saying how it was said on the menu. After he finally agrees to take the dish back, we then go on the online menu to look at the dish's ingredients. It did not say it included cucumbers as well as the way it didn't say it included it on the in-hand menu. The waiter comes back out with her dish and it has no cucumbers on it and he said they remade it. It still had a bunch of oil and vinegar all over it, but we decided not to say anything about it due to the look he was giving us after he brought back the food. We weren't sure if he was the type of person to give us a loogie in our food for sending it back so we thought it was best to just leave it that way and take it home to give to someone else. My last complaint is that one of my cousins is just shy under 1 year old and he was taking his pasta and dropping it on the floor (as any 1 year old would do) and one of the waiters from another table came over and picked one of the pieces up and threw it out with a disgusting look on his face knowing it came from a baby. I'm still not sure how this place is still in business or can even afford to be in the location it's in. Maybe due to how beautiful the decor is, but other than that, the service and the food was horrendous. Customer beware.
WayneW
We were hesitant initially seeing the restaurant was in a strip mall. However, we were pleasantly surprised once we walked in. It was a cute and intimate dining room. The service was first class and was only surpassed by the quality of the food. My veal poccatta was absolutely delicious!! I could have eaten seconds! I made the reservations site unseen for my classmates at a class reunion. So there was this pressure to get their approval. Boy, did they approve. They loved the food. "A nice time. Great choice" was all I heard. If in the area again, I would definitely return. You must give this gem a try.
Gloria DiDonato
Quality food, kindest people and overall amazing experience. We usually dine in but tonight we didn’t have much time, so I ordered take out. It was absolutely delicious. I was worried it wouldn’t taste as good as in-person but the way they packaged everything, it was just as good as eating in the restaurant. Thank you La Catena for making my night easier and so enjoyable this evening! We will definitely be back very soon.
This neighborhood Italian restaurant has been at this location since 2014. There are two rooms that created a fairly large restaurant with standard decor- not offensive but not inspiring. The lighting in the rear dining room changed several times during the evening which was weird. There is ample parking as the location is within a strip mall in Ardsley. The menu offered traditional Italian fare plus specials with fairly moderate prices such as $25 for a chicken dish (welcome to 2024...). Service is cordial if not polished and there is an old school maitre'D who checks in on parties to make sure they are ok. There was a substantial wait to receive our starters because according to the service team "they make the baked clams fresh which takes time". We cajoled the wait staff to at least allow us to have our salads and they magically appeared. The hot items soon followed and they were ok. Entrees were good if not great. The desserts might have been the highlight of the meal- a wide selection of Italian favorites all served with delicious home made whipped cream. It all adds up to a decent Italian restaurant. If I lived within 5 minutes of La Catena it might be in my restaurant rotation- but I don't think I would travel for an experience that is readily available elsewhere.
Dinner was delicious the whole family loved itThe attentive wait staff and owner sincerity made this must go to restaurant for special occasionsThank you Caio!!Parking: Right in front of the door convenient ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Linguine Alle Vongole
Overpriced, mediocre quality food. The service here is very nice and professional. We had a great time talking to the owner about Italy and his homeland, Albania. The dining rooms are both beautiful, and so are the bathrooms. The food started off strong with warm bread and an interesting olive oil dip that tasted nice. For the main course, I got the lobster ravioli special. It came covered in an absolutely flavorless white sauce and some cut-up shrimp. The filling of the ravioli also had no flavor. Someone else in my party got the veal pizzaiolo, which was just veal chops in a tomato and mushroom sauce. It in no sense resembled real veal pizzaiolo. I only liked the chicken francese, which someone else got. That tasted pretty good. It really didn't help that each dish was over $20 for such bad food.
Just returned home from a birthday party held at La Catena. The food here is simply Fabulous! Hard to choose from the wonderful pasta and entree choices. The starters included their melt-in-your-mouth lightly Fried Calamari, Stuffed Mushrooms, and cold antipasto with their thick crusted artisan Italian Bread - YUM! I chose the Rigatoni with their wonderfully fragrant Basil Marinara, and Chicken Paisano (chunks of moist, tender white meat chicken, vinegar red peppers, thin sliced scalloped potatoes all in a delicious, light white wine lemon sauce)! Perfectly prepared broccoli in garlic sauce and lightly seasoned roasted potatoes complimented the entree. Their house made scrumptious Napoleon Cake set with birthday candles, served with a creamy cappuccino - It Don't Get Better Than This! The Dining Room's soft warm lighting, crisp white linens and attentive service of the waiters complete this gourmet experience. Bellissimo!
This restaurant is the perfect setting and the staff were incredible! Food was delicious. They were so attentive and the atmosphere was as if you were at home enjoying a family dinner. Truly treat you like family. Will definitely be returning to La Catena in the future.Parking: Located in a strip mall setting, lots of free parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesecake
I have previously been to this restaurant many times. last night the food was subpar, returned my first meal! Service was very rushed, staff running back and forth next to our table.
Good food and service for Christmas Eve. We had to wait 30mins beyond our reservation time but to be expected given busy evening. Food was tasty and not overwhelming portions. Service was excellent with positive attitudes and attention although very busy. The owner stopped by to check on us which was appreciated.
The dining experience at La Catena is always pleasant. The menu has something for everyone plus a wide variety of specials. My favorite is table side Caesar salad. You don't find that in restaurants very often any more. The service is very attentive and accommodating. Lots of seating, so no waiting for a table. Jeff does a great job making sure all customers have enjoyed their meals.
Great evening at La Catena. Stopped for drink at bar with friendly bartender and customers. Hostess sat us and we enjoyed two yummy specials...One seafood pasta and one chicken with eggplant n brown sauce. Loved the cheesecake for dessert. Food so delicious and family warmth makes this place a keeper!! Happy holidays!!
Food wasn't as good as other places in Westchester . Would not return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
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Not sure what to say, we are local folks and had heard good things about La Catena but the service on a recent Saturday night (party of four and we had reservations) was poor: bad communication among waitstaff leading to having to request items multiple times Salads were small but fresh and beautifully dressed Four entrees came out at the same time (good) and all were tepid/lukewarm (bad). Fettuccine side dish was gummy and the bread not worth eating BUT a side of roasted potatoes and broccoli served family style showed what this kitchen could do. Perfectly cooked, seasoned, and at the right temperature. Tiramisu was excellent and they are generous on their pours of wine by the glass. It's a roomy dining room where you can talk to your dining companions without shouting, or struggling to hear. From that side dish alone, I know the kitchen can do better. Will try to return in the next few weeks for a second try. Getting the kitchen and front of the house to be in synch is an art and anyone can have a bad night.
I can't begin to describe the welcoming feeling that I got as soon as I entered the restaurant. The servers are attentive without being intrusive and really know about the food they're serving. The food is delicious, and beautiful. There's good food, there's pretty food, but then there's the food at La Catena. It looks like what you picture in your mind when you order a meal! The space itself is a mix of classy and homey. It's not kitschy or over-themed. It's a great place to dress up, but also a great place to be business casual. I can't wait to go back! (Try the chicken scarperelli!).
I went here with my family to celebrate my graduation. The waiters and waitresses almost felt non-existent. Whenever we needed help with something there was always a waiter walking straight passed us as if they had somewhere better to be, or something else more important to attend. Whenever we asked for an extra drink or even just extra grades cheese, it took almost 20 minutes for that just to come to the table. The food was subpar, definitely not what i would expect from a restaurant with the aesthetic they have. The lighting was dimmed to the point to where i could barely see my food or the disappointed look on my godson's face when he took a bite into a hard piece of pasta. Which leads to my second complaint, the ravioli was completely undercooked. some of them were hard which means they cook them from a frozen package, which surprised me due to the fact that they have such a nice restaurant so you would think they would make their raviolis fresh for the day. I ordered a mozzarella caprese for my girlfriend. She is allergic to a few food items so we try and stay clear of certain items on the menu when ordering food or dining out. One specific and major food allergy she has is cucumbers, even to the touch, she can have a reaction. So we ordered the mozzarella caprese thinking it had no cucumbers on it after reading the ingredients listed below 3 times just to be safe. We also told the waiter that she wanted the oil and vinegar on the side. The waiter then brings out the dish drenched with oil and vinegar and loaded with cucumbers. I then tell the waiter that she is allergic to cucumbers and his response was "it said it on the menu" i then replied with "it was not said on the menu" and he began to argue with me saying how it was said on the menu. After he finally agrees to take the dish back, we then go on the online menu to look at the dish's ingredients. It did not say it included cucumbers as well as the way it didn't say it included it on the in-hand menu. The waiter comes back out with her dish and it has no cucumbers on it and he said they remade it. It still had a bunch of oil and vinegar all over it, but we decided not to say anything about it due to the look he was giving us after he brought back the food. We weren't sure if he was the type of person to give us a loogie in our food for sending it back so we thought it was best to just leave it that way and take it home to give to someone else. My last complaint is that one of my cousins is just shy under 1 year old and he was taking his pasta and dropping it on the floor (as any 1 year old would do) and one of the waiters from another table came over and picked one of the pieces up and threw it out with a disgusting look on his face knowing it came from a baby. I'm still not sure how this place is still in business or can even afford to be in the location it's in. Maybe due to how beautiful the decor is, but other than that, the service and the food was horrendous. Customer beware.
We were hesitant initially seeing the restaurant was in a strip mall. However, we were pleasantly surprised once we walked in. It was a cute and intimate dining room. The service was first class and was only surpassed by the quality of the food. My veal poccatta was absolutely delicious!! I could have eaten seconds! I made the reservations site unseen for my classmates at a class reunion. So there was this pressure to get their approval. Boy, did they approve. They loved the food. "A nice time. Great choice" was all I heard. If in the area again, I would definitely return. You must give this gem a try.
Quality food, kindest people and overall amazing experience. We usually dine in but tonight we didn’t have much time, so I ordered take out. It was absolutely delicious. I was worried it wouldn’t taste as good as in-person but the way they packaged everything, it was just as good as eating in the restaurant. Thank you La Catena for making my night easier and so enjoyable this evening! We will definitely be back very soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5