Lena's Italian Kitchen (UES)
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Amazing flavor food. Love it. My favorite Italian food place. The only problem is they have no seats.
I’m going to crave this place. Delicious take out. Best Italian I’ve had on the UES.
Best take out pasta in NYC. Its owned by La Piazza from Long Island and you can tell (which is a great thing)
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Lena's Italian Kitchen on the UES offers delicious Italian food with friendly service. Popular dishes include the bolognese, known for its rich flavor and satisfying portion, served with fresh mozzarella and crusty bread. The pasta dishes are consistent and customizable, allowing customers to remove ingredients like prosciutto to suit their preferences. The restaurant also serves great broccoli rabe, salads, and soups, all made with care and fresh ingredients. The Caesar salad with chicken cutlet is a favorite, featuring generous portions of romaine, shaved parmigiano, and tasty croutons. The tortellini carbonara is highly praised for its cheesy, soft texture with bits of onion and pancetta, praised as over-the-top delicious. For dessert, the Tiramisu is highly recommended for its exquisite taste. Lena’s offers a lunch special with soup, salad, and half a hero options. The owner, Paul, is known for checking on customers and sometimes adding discounts, showing a caring attitude. Overall, Lena’s Italian Kitchen promises fresh, delicious Italian food, served swiftly and with consistency.