La Florentina Restaurant is a popular family-owned Italian establishment located in Kingston, NY. Founded in 1985, it has built a reputation for its genuine, wood-fired pizzas and hearty rustic dishes. The restaurant is a warm gathering place where cherished traditions, rich flavors, and family values are celebrated and brought together.
A wood-fired brick oven sits centrally in the main dining space, adding a smoky aroma and creating a perfectly crispy crust for dishes. Guests are welcomed with a free, large, flavorful, and hot puffy flatbread as they sit down. The restaurant is known for creative pizzas like the Mauceri and Amatriciana, as well as homemade garlic dressing, tangy red lentil soup with lemon, and classic pasta dishes.
La Florentina Restaurant boasts a spacious main dining area designed for comfort, an inviting outdoor patio perfect for outdoor dining, and a private room available for special events like celebrations, meetings, or gatherings. It offers a variety of catering options for any occasion, along with convenient curbside pickup, takeout, and delivery to accommodate busy schedules. The restaurant emphasizes accessibility with a fully wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot, and restrooms, ensuring a comfortable visit for all guests.
The restaurant blends an upscale atmosphere with a cozy, neighborhood-friendly feel. It has soft overhead lighting, dark wood accents, framed artwork, and warm color schemes. The large, open brick oven fired by wood is located in the dining space, providing a dynamic visual focus and a welcoming aroma. Tables and comfortable booths are arranged to encourage conversation and prevent a cramped atmosphere.
La Florentina features an on-site bar that serves a curated selection of alcoholic beverages. They offer a widely praised wine list that pairs well with their rustic Italian menu and wood-fired pizzas. The restaurant features fresh, cold draft beers on tap, including options like Brooklyn Pilsner, Sam Adams Seasonal, and Captain Lawrence IPA. They mix traditional cocktails alongside seasonal house specialties, such as their popular fresh Peach Sangria.
The waitstaff are courteous, helpful, and highly attentive to checking on tables. Servers possess good knowledge of daily specials, ingredients, and wine pairings. The restaurant benefits from its owners’ active involvement, fostering a warm, family-like atmosphere.
Selections From The La Florentina Restaurant Menu
- Calamari Di Grandma – Garlic, Capers, Banana Peppers, Kalamata Olives, in Light Tomato Sauce.
- Campagnese Pasta – A Creamy Sauce Of Roasted Red Peppers, Rosemary & Gorgonzola Cheese.
- Chicken Basilico – Chicken Sauteed,w/fresh Basil, Marsala Wine, chicken Broth, chopped Onions & A Touch Of Heavy Cream.
- Chicken Piccata – Sauteed W/ Lemon, Butter, wine, artichoke Hearts, and Capers.
- Land & Sea Pasta – Sauteed Shrimp & Chicken Breast, sundried Tomatoes, onions, red Peppers, kalamata Olives, and Asparagus Topped W/ White Light.
- Pesto Tortellini W/Scallops – Olive Oil, broccoli, roasted Red Peppers & Pesto Sauce.
- Amatriciana Small Pizza – Fresh tomato, green peas, red Cabbage, onions & Porcini Mushroom Sauce.
- Grilled Chicken & Herbs Pizza – Grilled Chicken, fresh Mozzarella Cheese, herbs, kalamata Olives, roasted Red Peppers & Artichoke Hearts.
- Mauceri Pizza – Stuffed Pizza Filled W/spinach & Ricotta, red Cabbage Covering The Center Of It And Served W/ Porcini Mushroom Sauce Or Sesame Sauce.
- Panzarotti Pizza – Tomato Sauce, mozzarella Cheese, Genoa Salami, baked, Loose, Homemade Sausage & oven-roasted green peppers.
- Shrimp Florentina Pizza – Shrimp, fresh Tomatoes, fresh Spinach, mozzarella Cheese, cheddar Cheese, onions, roasted Red Peppers & Black Olives.
- Quattro Stagioni Pizza – Tomato sauce, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, green olives & prosciutto.
- Creamy Vodka Chicken Parm – Breaded Chicken Topped With Mozzarella Served Over Pasta With Creamy Vodka Sauce.
- Bruschetta – Brick Oven Bread Topped W/ Fresh Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, Olives, Scallions, Olive Oil, Lemon Juice & Cheddar Cheese.
- Carciofi Calzone – Stuffed W/ricotta cheese, artichoke Hearts, fresh tomatoes, and sundried tomatoes.( Open Square Shaped).
- Napolitano Calzone – Baked Clams W/garlic, lemon Juice, Fresh Tomatoes, Onions, and mozzarella Cheese.
- Partigiana Calzone – Mozzarella Cheese, oven-roasted peppers & Mortadella ( Pork), topped W/ Fresh Herbs & Onions.
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