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“A step back in time,” and a step forward into the future has given new life to the 19th century, E.C. Peer & Sons General Store. The history of the E.C. Peer General Store goes back to before the Civil War when Samuel Peer purchased the property. In 1862, E.C. Peer opened the general store at the address of Lock 8 east, on the Morris Canal. Edward Cook Peer served as lock tender from 1862-1915. His store catered to the canal boatsmen and their families. He operated the store for more than 40 years.
In 1915, Edward Cook Peer died and his three sons took over the store. Horace worked the family farm, and Frank was in charge of deliveries. Ritter worked in the store waiting on customers and also acted as lock tender. It was the lock tenders job to regulate the depth of water in the lock. The 40 foot long canal boats had to carefully pass through the 11 foot wide canal. In1964, Eugene Peer, a grandson of E.C. Peer, pulled down the roll shades and locked the doors of the store for some 18 years. In 1982 the building was restored.
Although it has been a long time since the days of the canal boatsmen, and E.C. Peer & Sons General Store, the history of the general store has been preserved in a collection of photographs, tins, advertisements, and antiques. At La Cucina, the antiques left behind by the Peers family sit on the shelves, the photographs hang on the walls, and advertisements and tins are found throughout the entire restaurant. Even the antique crank phone once used by the Peers has been restored, and is now used by the hostess.
The food at La Cucina is “homemade.” Many of the traditional recipes being used have been handed down for generations by the families of the owners. At La Cucina you will always be treated like family, and our food is always freshly prepared. Since the 1800's, bread, milk, eggs, and other convenience items have been sold. Today, pasta, pizza, home made mozzarella, Italian specialty items, ice cream, magazines, cook books, candles, etc. are available.
Although it has been a long time since the days of the canal boatsmen, and E.C. Peer & Sons General Store, the history of the general store has been preserved in a collection of photographs, tins, advertisements, and antiques. At La Cucina, the antiques left behind by the Peers family sit on the shelves, the photographs hang on the walls, and advertisements and tins are found throughout the entire restaurant. Even the antique crank phone once used by the Peers has been restored, and is now used by the hostess.
The food at La Cucina is “home made”. Many of the traditional recipes being used have been handed down for generations by the families of the owners. At La Cucina you will always be treated like family, and our food is always freshly prepared. Since the 1800's, bread, milk, eggs, and other convenience items have been sold. Today, pasta, pizza, home made mozzarella, Italian specialty items, ice cream, magazines, cook books, candles, etc. are available.
Menu Back to top
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Specials
1. Fried Combo.
$13.95
breaded burrata cheese and rice balls served with a marinara sauce and pesto.
2. Burrata Mango Salad
$15.95
Arugula, burrata cheese, mangos, tomatoes and onions tossed with a citrus dressing.
3. Chicken Special
$24.95
Pan seared chicken topped with portobello mushrooms and and gorgonzola cheese in a sherry wine sauce with veggies and potatoes.
4. Veal Special
$25.95
Parmesan panko veal served with mix green salad, carrots, tomatoes, onions and fresh mozzarella tossed with balsamic dressing.
5. Salmon Special
$29.95
Pan seared salmon, in a creamy pesto sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and topped with almonds, served with veggies and potatoes.
6. Steak Special
$35.95
Grilled NY strip steak topped with blackened shrimp in a garlic butter sauce served veggies and potatoes.
7.Pasta Special
$27.95
Linguini tossed with shrimp, scallops, pieces of salmon and asparagus in a marechiara sauce
Desserts
$8.95
Tiramisu $7.95
Cannoli $5.95
Mascarpone cream and Strawberries $7.95
Pistachio Cake $7.95
Lemoncello Mascarpone cake $7.95
Spamoni Tartufo $7.95
Raspberry Bomb $7.95
Lemon Sorbet $7.95
Tortoni $5.95
Ice Cream $5.95
Dinner
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Appetizers
Brushchetta
$8.95
Chopped tomatoes, Bermuda onions, garlic, basil, and extra virgin olive oil served on toasted Italian bread.
Cold Antipasto
$12.95
Thinly sliced sopressata, prosciutto, provolone, marinated grilled vegetables, olives, artichoke hearts, and sun dried tomatoes.
Eggplant Rollatini
$10.95
Eggplant cutlets rolled and filled with seasoned ricotta and topped with marinara and mozzarella and baked.
Fried Calamari
$13.95
Lightly floured calamari fried to a golden brown. Served with hot and sweet marinara sauce.
Mozzarella & Roasted Peppers
$12.95
Homemade mozzarella with roasted peppers, black olives, and basil drizzled with olive oil.
Mozzarella In Carozza
$11.95
Italian bread layered with mozzarella battered with egg and parmesan cheese and fried to a golden brown. Served with marinara sauce.
Mussels Fra Diavolo
$11.95
Poached Prince Edward mussels sautéed in a hot and spicy Fra Diavolo tomato sauce.
Mussels Sweet
$11.95
Poached Prince Edward mussels sautéed in a sweet marinara sauce.
Zuppa Di Clams
$12.95
Little neck clams steamed with tomatoes, virgin olive oil, garlic, and herb.
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Italian Classics
Eggplant Parmigiana
$17.95
Eggplant cutlets topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella. Served with spaghetti or penne.
Eggplant Rollatini
$17.95
Eggplant rolled and filled with seasoned ricotta cheese topped with marinara and mozzarella. Served with spaghetti or penne marinara.
Sausage Giambotta
$18.95
Sweet Italian sausage sautéed with potatoes, peppers, onions, and garlic in a white wine sauce.
Veal Parmigiana
$21.95
Veal cutlet topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella. Served with spaghetti or penne marinara.
Zuppa Di Pesce
$26.95
Linguini tossed with clams, mussels, scallops, shrimp, and calamari in a garlic marinara sauce.
Chicken
Chicken Casalinga
$20.95
Breaded chicken cutlet topped with sautéed escarole and beans.
Chicken Francaise
$19.95
Egg battered chicken breast sautéed in a lemon, butter, white wine sauce. Served over pasta.
Chicken Marsala
$19.95
Chicken breasts sautéed with mushrooms and shallots in a marsala wine sauce. Served with potatoes.
Chicken Parmigiana
$19.95
Breaded chicken cutlet topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella. Served with spaghetti or penne marinara.
Chicken Piccata
$19.95
Chicken breast sautéed in a lemon, butter, white wine sauce with capers. Served over pasta.
Chicken Saporito
$19.95
Chicken breast sautéed with fresh and sun-dried tomatoes, capers, Kalamata olives, pignoli nuts, and potatoes in a white wine sauce.
Chicken Scarpariello
$19.95
Chicken breast, sweet Italian sausage, vinegar peppers, potatoes, and herbs sautéed in a white balsamic vinegar sauce. Heavy vinegar.
Shrimp
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
$23.95
Shrimp sautéed in a hot and spicy Fra Diavolo tomato sauce and served over spaghetti.
Shrimp Marinara
$23.95
Shrimp sautéed in a marinara sauce and served over spaghetti.
Shrimp Parmigiana
$23.95
Breaded shrimp topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella baked and served with spaghetti or penne marinara.
Shrimp Scampi
$23.95
Shrimp sautéed in a lemon, butter, white wine, and garlic sauce and served over spaghetti.
Pasta Entrees
Farfalle Piccante
$17.95
Bow tie pasta sautéed with garlic, string beans, sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, parsley, oil, hot pepper flakes, and parmesan cheese,
Linguini In Red Clam Sauce
$19.95
Linguini tossed with fresh clams and sautéed in plum tomatoes and garlic.
Linguini In White Clam Sauce
$19.95
Linguini tossed with fresh clams and sautéed in plum tomatoes and garlic.
Manicotti
$16.95
Pasta crepes filled with seasoned ricotta cheese topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
Ravioli
$18.95
Cheese ravioli in marinara sauce.
Rigatoni Christina
$18.95
Rigatoni pasta with prosciutto, peas. mushrooms, onions, and garlic in a pink tomato sauce with shaved asiago cheese on top.
Pasta
Choice of: Spaghetti, Linguini, Cappellini, Penne, Rigatoni, Farfalle, Cavetelli, Cheese Tortellini
Whole wheat and gluten free pasta available for an additional $2.00
Alfredo
$17.95
Heavy cream, butter, and parmesan cheese.
Bolognese
$18.95
Beef and pork sautéed with onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in plum tomato sauce with parmesan cheese and a touch of cream.
Marinara
$14.95
Fresh plum tomatoes, basil, garlic, and oil.
Pink Vodka
$17.95
Plum tomatoes sautéed with garlic, shallots, vodka, and cream.
Taormina
$17.95
Sautéed eggplant in marinara sauce with garlic, basil, and homemade mozzarella.
Pizza
Choice of 10" or 16".
Toppings ($1.50/$3.00): Pepperoni, Onions, Meatballs, Black Olives, Mushrooms, Sausage, Peppers, Bacon, Anchovies, Garlic, Broccoli, Sprinach Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Peppers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Extra Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
$12.95/$21.95
Chicken cutlet, blue cheese, mozzarella, and hot sauce
Chicken Cutlet Pizza
$12.95/$21.95
Pizza sauce, diced chicken cutlet and mozzarella.
Pizza Alla Casa
$9.95/$14.95
La Cucina’s pizza sauce, mozzarella, and oregano.
Pizza Gorgonzola
$12.95/$21.95
Mozzarella, gorgonzola cheese, mushrooms, and bacon.
Pizza Margherita
$12.95/$20.95
Homemade mozzarella, diced plum tomatoes, basil, and garlic drizzled with olive oil.
Pizza Rollatini
$12.95/$21.95
La Cucina’s pizza sauce, mozzarella, oregano, and sliced eggplant rollatini.
Sicilian Pizza
$17.00
Pizza sauce and mozzarella on a traditional thick crust.
Vegetable Pizza
$12.95/21.95
Pizza sauce, mozzarella, broccoli, roasted peppers, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, garlic, and oil.
White Pizza
$12.95/$16.95
Ricotta and mozzarella cheese.
Soup
Chicken Soup
$5.95
Homemade chicken soup with pasta.
Pasta Fagioli
$5.95
Cannellini beans sautéed in garlic and olive oil with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and pasta.
Salads
Caesar Salad
$8.95
Romaine lettuce tossed with Caesar dressing and topped with croutons and parmesan cheese.
Chef Salad
$14.95
Mixed greens topped with tomatoes, olives, Bermuda onions, sweet cherry peppers, croutons, ham, salami, provolone, and diced fresh mozzarella.
Chicken Caesar
$15.95
Romaine lettuce tossed Caesar dressing and topped with grilled chicken, croutons, and parmesan cheese.
House Salad
$6.95
Mixed greens, onions, shredded carrots, tomatoes, black olives, and croutons served with your choice of dressing.
La Cucina Salad
$9.95
Mesclun greens topped with goat cheese and bruschetta.
Spinach Salad
$10.95
Baby spinach, apples, walnuts, and gorgonzola cheese served with raspberry balsamic dressing.
Sides
Blue Cheese Dressing
$1.50
Escarole and Beans
$9.95
Garlic Bread
$3.25
Hot Sauce
$1.50
Marinara Sauce
$1.50
Meatballs
$6.00
Sausage
$6.00
Sautéed Escarole
$8.95
Sautéed or Steamed Broccoli
$6.95
Sautéed Spinach
$8.95
Lunch
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Appetizers
Brushchetta
$8.95
Chopped tomatoes, Bermuda onions, garlic, basil, and extra virgin olive oil served on toasted Italian bread.
Cold Antipasto
$12.95
Thinly sliced sopressata, prosciutto, provolone, marinated grilled vegetables, olives, artichoke hearts, and sun dried tomatoes.
Eggplant Rollatini
$10.95
Eggplant cutlets rolled and filled with seasoned ricotta and topped with marinara and mozzarella and baked.
Fried Calamari
$13.95
Lightly floured calamari fried to a golden brown. Served with hot and sweet marinara sauce.
Mozzarella & Roasted Peppers
$12.95
Homemade mozzarella with roasted peppers, black olives, and basil drizzled with olive oil.
Mozzarella In Carozza
$11.95
Italian bread layered with mozzarella battered with egg and parmesan cheese and fried to a golden brown. Served with marinara sauce.
Mussels Fra Diavolo
$11.95
Poached Prince Edward mussels sautéed in a hot and spicy Fra Diavolo tomato sauce.
Mussels Sweet
$11.95
Poached Prince Edward mussels sautéed in a sweet marinara sauce.
Zuppa Di Clams
$12.95
Little neck clams steamed with tomatoes, virgin olive oil, garlic, and herb.
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Cold Sandwiches
Chicken Caesar Wrap
$10.95
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing on a tortilla wrap.
Italian Classic
$10.95
Genoa salami, ham, and provolone with lettuce, tomato, onion, oregano, vinegar, and olive oil.
Prosciutto
$10.95
Homemade mozzarella, roasted peppers and thinly sliced prosciutto drizzled with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil
Roasted Peppers
$10.95
Homemade mozzarella, artichoke hearts, and olive oil.
Turkey Sub
$10.95
Turkey with lettuce, tomato, onions, olive oil and vinegar
Hot Sandwiches
Cheese Steak
$10.95
Sliced chip steak topped with sweet peppers, onions, mushrooms, and melted mozzarella.
Chicken & Escarole
$11.95
Grilled chicken breast topped with escarole sautéed in garlic and oil on a pizza roll.
Chicken Giambotta
$10.95
Chicken sautéed with peppers, onions, and potatoes topped with melted mozzarella.
Chicken Parmigiana
$10.95
Chicken cutlet baked with marinara sauce and mozzarellz.
Eggplant Parmigiana
$10.95
Eggplant cutlets baked with marinara sauce and mozzarella,
Italian Hot Dog
$8.95
Pizza bread stuffed with fried hot dogs, potatoes, peppers, and onions.
Meatball Parmigiana
$10.95
Homemade meatballs baked with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
Sausage Parmigiana
$10.95
Sweet Italian sausage, peppers, and onions baked with marinara and mozzarella.
Pasta Entrees
Farfalle Piccante
$17.95
Bow tie pasta sautéed with garlic, string beans, sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, parsley, oil, hot pepper flakes, and parmesan cheese,
Linguini In Red Clam Sauce
$19.95
Linguini tossed with fresh clams and sautéed in plum tomatoes and garlic.
Linguini In White Clam Sauce
$19.95
Linguini tossed with fresh clams and sautéed in plum tomatoes and garlic.
Manicotti
$16.95
Pasta crepes filled with seasoned ricotta cheese topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
Ravioli
$18.95
Cheese ravioli in marinara sauce.
Rigatoni Christina
$18.95
Rigatoni pasta with prosciutto, peas. mushrooms, onions, and garlic in a pink tomato sauce with shaved asiago cheese on top.
Pasta
Choice of: Spaghetti, Linguini, Cappellini, Penne, Rigatoni, Farfalle, Cavetelli, Cheese Tortellini
Whole wheat and gluten free pasta available for an additional $2.00
Alfredo
$17.95
Heavy cream, butter, and parmesan cheese.
Bolognese
$18.95
Beef and pork sautéed with onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in plum tomato sauce with parmesan cheese and a touch of cream.
Marinara
$14.95
Fresh plum tomatoes, basil, garlic, and oil.
Pink Vodka
$17.95
Plum tomatoes sautéed with garlic, shallots, vodka, and cream.
Taormina
$17.95
Sautéed eggplant in marinara sauce with garlic, basil, and homemade mozzarella.
Pizza
Choice of 10" or 16".
Toppings ($1.50/$3.00): Pepperoni, Onions, Meatballs, Black Olives, Mushrooms, Sausage, Peppers, Bacon, Anchovies, Garlic, Broccoli, Sprinach Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Peppers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Extra Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
$12.95/$21.95
Chicken cutlet, blue cheese, mozzarella, and hot sauce
Chicken Cutlet Pizza
$12.95/$21.95
Pizza sauce, diced chicken cutlet and mozzarella.
Pizza Alla Casa
$9.95/$14.95
La Cucina’s pizza sauce, mozzarella, and oregano.
Pizza Gorgonzola
$12.95/$21.95
Mozzarella, gorgonzola cheese, mushrooms, and bacon.
Pizza Margherita
$12.95/$20.95
Homemade mozzarella, diced plum tomatoes, basil, and garlic drizzled with olive oil.
Pizza Rollatini
$12.95/$21.95
La Cucina’s pizza sauce, mozzarella, oregano, and sliced eggplant rollatini.
Sicilian Pizza
$17.00
Pizza sauce and mozzarella on a traditional thick crust.
Vegetable Pizza
$12.95/21.95
Pizza sauce, mozzarella, broccoli, roasted peppers, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, garlic, and oil.
White Pizza
$12.95/$16.95
Ricotta and mozzarella cheese.
Calzones, Etc.
Cheese Calzone
$9.95
Filled with ricotta cheese and mozzarella.
Garlic Knots
$3.75
Served with marinara sauce. (Available Monday-Thursday)
Stromboli
$9.95
Pizza dough stuffed and rolled with mozzarella. Choice of three toppings and served with marinara sauce. (Available Monday-Thursday)
Soup
Chicken Soup
$5.95
Homemade chicken soup with pasta.
Pasta Fagioli
$5.95
Cannellini beans sautéed in garlic and olive oil with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and pasta.
Salads
Caesar Salad
$8.95
Romaine lettuce tossed with Caesar dressing and topped with croutons and parmesan cheese.
Chef Salad
$14.95
Mixed greens topped with tomatoes, olives, Bermuda onions, sweet cherry peppers, croutons, ham, salami, provolone, and diced fresh mozzarella.
Chicken Caesar
$15.95
Romaine lettuce tossed Caesar dressing and topped with grilled chicken, croutons, and parmesan cheese.
House Salad
$6.95
Mixed greens, onions, shredded carrots, tomatoes, black olives, and croutons served with your choice of dressing.
La Cucina Salad
$9.95
Mesclun greens topped with goat cheese and bruschetta.
Spinach Salad
$10.95
Baby spinach, apples, walnuts, and gorgonzola cheese served with raspberry balsamic dressing.
Sides
Blue Cheese Dressing
$1.50
Escarole and Beans
$9.95
Garlic Bread
$3.25
Hot Sauce
$1.50
Marinara Sauce
$1.50
Meatballs
$6.00
Sausage
$6.00
Sautéed Escarole
$8.95
Sautéed or Steamed Broccoli
$6.95
Sautéed Spinach
$8.95
Party Packages Back to top
For your convenience, La Cucina has arranged party packages to help you plan for the perfect party. We offer you the opportunity to select your own personalized menu while planning your lunch or dinner gathering. Appetizers and salads are served “family style” to each of the tables. Following your salads, each guest will individually order their entree from approximately six popular choices. This way, each of your guests will decide what they'd like. Our delicious hot bread will be served continuously throughout your meal, and packages also include unlimited soft drinks, coffee, and tea.
Package prices do not include dessert, tax, or gratuity for your server(s). La Cucina also allows you to
bring your own bottle. Lunch Package: $34 per person
Dinner Package: $39 per personMenu Choices
Appetizers
(Select 2)
Cold Antipasto Mozzarella In Carrozza Fried Calamari Mussels (Sweet of Spicy) Salads
(Both)
Caesar House Entrees
(Select 8)
Chicken Scarpariello Chicken Saltimbocca Veal Parmigiana Penne Pink Vodka Rigatoni Christina Salmon *For additional charge, the following may be offered.*
Shrimp Fra Diavolo Zuppa Di Pesce Veal Parmigiana Party Rooms
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Appetizers
Half/Full*
Cold Antipasto $65/$105 Mozzarella & R. Peppers $60/$95 Zuppa Di Clams $65/$90 Zuppa Di Mussels $65/$90 Mussels Fra Diavolo $65/$90 Stuffed Mushrooms $65/$90 Artichoke Cutlets $65/$95 Salads
Half/Full*
House $30/$45 Caesar $35/$45 Spinach $45/$70 Sides
Half/Full*
Meatballs with Marinara $55/$95 Sausage with Marinara $55/$95 String Beans Almondine $50/$75 Sauteed Escarole $55/$80 Sauteed Broccoli $45/$75 Garlic Bread $6.50/Loaf Entrees
Half/Full*
Chicken Francese $65/$110 Chicken Marsala $65/$110 Chicken Parmigiana $65/$110 Chicken Scarpariello $65/$110 Sausage Giambotta $55/$90 Sausage & Peppers $55/$90 Eggplant Parmigiana $55/$90 Eggplant Rollatini $55/$90 Tilapia Francese $70/$110 Calamari Marinara Market Calamari Fra Diavolo Market Shrimp Parmigiana Market Pasta
Half/Full*
Rigatoni Christina $50/$85 Penne Pink Vodka $50/$85 Rigatoni Taormina $50/$85 Manicotti $50/$85 Stuffed Shells $55/$90 Baked Ziti $50/$85 Cavatelli & Broccoli $50/$85 Ravioli Marinara $60/$95 Cheese Lasagna $55/$95 Meat Lasagna $55/$95 Vegetable Lasagna $55/$95 Tortellini Alfredo $55/$90 Penne Bolognese $60/$95 Sauces
Half/Full*
Pink Vodka $13/Quart Alfredo $13/Quart Bolenese $19/Quart Christina $15/Quart Marinara $9/Quart Entrees
Half/Full*
Chicken Franchese $65/$110 Chicken Marsala $65/$110 Chicken Parmigiana $65/$110 Chicken Scarpariello $65/$110 Sausage Giambotta $55/$90 Sausage & Peppers $55/$90 Eggplant Parmigiana $55/$90 Eggplant Rollatini $55/$90 Tilapia Franchese $70/$110 Calamari Marinara Market Calamari Fra Diavolo Market Shrimp Parmigiana Market Dessert
Half/Full*
Tiramisu $35/$70 Biscotti $24/3lbs Cannoli $2/each *Half tray serves 8–10/Full Tray serves 10–15
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