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    Lascala’s Fire

    3.8 (50 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Sushi menu
    Kelli M.

    We were excited to try this place and thought it was mediocre at best. We were seated right away on a Saturday evening. Food was ok. Service was slow. I think it was a little overpriced as well. The music was loud, we had to talk over it just to hear each other. Also maybe it's just me but they don't have salt and pepper at the table. I wanted salt but didn't want to have try to track down our waitress that kept going MIA. But I think they had her customers seated in different sections so it was taking awhile. Our pizza wasn't even hot when we got it.

    Espresso and two chocolate martinis
    Deirdre C.

    I didn't even know this location was there! A friend mentioned it so three of us met up for dinner on a Sunday evening. Our waiter was wonderful (I wish I knew his name!)! The drinks were strong and the food was great!!! We started with the ricotta board and some dumplings. I had the eggplant parm for dinner with a meatball on the side. That meatball was one of the best meatballs I've ever had! We all were so happy with our meals! I am looking forward to going back!

    Meatball and riccota salad
    Heather K.

    Wow. I don't throw these five star reviews out to just anywhere, but the combination of the incredibly delightful staff, the large, clean, roomy dining area, the quality of the food, the portions all melded together for a dining experience not just a bite to eat. The new Lascalas Fire. Located right just near the border of Bensalem and Philly on the blvd, (where the old nabisco once stood) perched proudly in front of Topgolf will have you wanting to come back for more. Let's talk about that salad. Is that a meatball... Why yes, indeed. It is a salad with meatball and ricotta, with a dressing that perfectly adorned it all. Short Rib Pizza anyone? Who would have thought mushrooms, onions and short ribs on a pizza - Lascala's did, and it blew me away. Flavors that blend so effortlessly yet pack such a flavorful punch. I will definitely be back, I will definitely be telling my friends, and I highly recommend you don't miss out on this place. Craft drinks, a full bar, two full dining areas and a staff that shines. A full and well deserved 5 star review.

    Cookie, brownie skillet with ice cream and chocolate shavings.
    Linda F.

    New restaurant within walking distance to my house! Food is so good. We split cheesesteak egg rolls and they were amazing. Everyone enjoyed their meals. Desserts were delicious as well. The staff is friendly and quick. Our waitress checked in on us often. I am definitely coming back to try the pizza! It is definitely bigger than it looks on the outside. Brightly lit and welcoming.

    La Scala fries
    Kurt V.

    Heard some good and bad things about this place... wanted to try. First off, place is huge. Modern vibe, upbeat music. Overall, a bit pricey for what you get but very good. Started with their signature ricotta board (whipped ricotta with honey and bread). Sooooooo good. We shared the la scala fries (cheese sauce, long hots, old bay, lump crab). Large amount and legit. Main course I got the spicy chicken cutlet (burrata, hot honey, vodka cream rigatoni). It was also super good. I'd definitely return. The pizza looks slamming. Going to try the short rib panini next visit.

    Lisa S.

    LaScala's Fire is a brand new restaurant in Northeast Philadelphia with a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant itself feels very upscale and is a great addition to the Somerton plaza. I visited last night without a reservation. It was busy, but not crowded. We were seated within 5 minutes of arriving. Service was average. Our waitress was fine, but didn't check in with us much. She asked if we had dined there before and provided background information about how the meals are prepared at the restaurant. She said the pasta and paninis are their largest dishes. To start, we got the crispy parmigiano artichokes. They were too plain to enjoy without the salad underneath. Something was missing - they needed either an accompanying dip or a drizzle on top. I was SO excited for the pizza... and it wasn't anything special. Way too mushroom forward and not enough salt/seasoning in my opinion. It tasted like mushrooms on bread. The pizza dough was crispy. The Tuscan Ricotta Cheesecake was also missing a drizzle or something to help moisten it. It was thick and dry. Perhaps it was the ricotta cheese that purposely made it taste that way. My suggestion would be an orange compote with the orange peels or even honey. I wanted to love LaScala's, but I'm not in a rush to come back here anytime soon.

    Lisa I.

    I've wanted to try this place for some time and finally had an opportunity. We have chicken parm, gnocchi and sangria. Our server Luis as attentive and descriptive of the menu. I couldn't believe how quick the food came out. The zeppole were outstanding served warm with cannoli cream. All of the portions were large and can easily be shared. Amazing! I can't wait to return.

    Aperol spritz
    Grace M.

    AMAZING service!!!! The food was also amazing and tasted so good all of the apps were delicious and I would definitely recommend coming here!!!

    Short rib panini
    Keith G.

    In the area and found them via google maps, taking a chance based on images and proximity. Located just out front of North East Philly's Top Golf, with their store front facing Rosevelt Blvd / Route 1; they were easy to find with the exception of which cross street / light to make a left. Out first impression on arrival, something was "visually" off with their front door and window area as we both questioned "are they open?" Something hinting they might be still under construction. Undeterred we took a let's check and see approach, upon entering I even remarked to the hostess "oh so you are open" confirmed her nodding smile and the handful of other patrons enjoying a late lunch and drinks. We were warmly greeted by the hostess and our server. Atmosphere was bright, clean, modern and inviting. Menus are simple, easy to digest with just enough choices without being an anthology of food options like some other venues. I ordered the short rib panini and my wife got the Poke bowl (raw salmon salad over rice). And we split a side Cesar. Everything came out in short order (though it was 2 oclock and maybe 5 other tables being served) and we were both pleasantly surprised (shocked even) at the portions. I even brought home half my panini and fries for tomorrow's lunch at work! I did let our server know the salad was delicious but they might want to pull back a bit on the dressing as it was close to swimming in it, and a little fresh black pepper would have been a nice touch. We both really enjoyed our meals, portions, preparation, presentation and service was spot on. Pricing was a bit high but then the portions definitely balanced that out. A couple could easily split a meal for the price for one and still leave full. For management; I think my fries were a smidge undercooked but portion was good. Also you could consider reducing your main portions by 1/3rd and charging 1/4th less; which will still put you ahead and your customers will still be full. As for the Cesar that was a good size but the dressing could be cut by 1/3rd or even 1/2. I'll keep them in mind for a return visit if and when we are in the area again. My two cents, overall you will probably enjoy and leave full!

    Wild Mushroom Truffle pizza
    Taliyah W.

    This place is average at best. Service is ok, food is ok, ambiance is fine. Our server was pleasant but kept forgetting little things we requested and ran away from the table pretty quick at the beginning of our experience. She didn't know the menu well and told us some wrong info about the dishes. Management came to fix it but the guy (bald manager on duty) kinda had a vibe like "Idc what happened here's the food to replace what was wrong". Menu items are on the pricier side, not worth it in my opinion. Mushroom pizza and Italian pork rolls didn't have much flavor. Drinks were fine but not good enough to order a second one.

    Chicken parm, Brussel sprouts, lemon and crab pasta
    Monica L.

    I decided to come here for my birthday, and we were beyond impressed! The food is excellent. We got the loaded fries with crabmeat, delicious. Fresh crab, and NOT imitation. Chicken parm was solid, the chicken cutlet has a great taste. My favorite was the tiramisu; one of the BEST I've ever had! Servers and waitresses are very nice and accommodating. Only thing I don't recommend is ordering a cup of coffee- my mom wanted one and saw after that it was $8! That's a little ridiculous honestly. Other than that, everything was great! Nice, clean atmosphere.

    Seafood Fra Diavolo
    Jackie P.

    This is my second time at a LaScala Fire but my first at this location. Went with a group of 8, made prior reservations. We were sat immediately. They had live music on Wednesday which was a really nice touch. The place is huge and really nice inside. Now for the food. We did order LaScala Fries, shrimp tempura roll and a cheesesteak roll for appetizers that didn't get a picture of. All very good. The fries are table portion, huge and loaded. They had a nice kick to them. Cheesesteaks rolls were plated with like a cheese wiz which was really really good combo. I had the baked lasagna. The portion was huge. Came with 2 pieces, I had to take the other for lunch. The pizza was good, not too spicy. My brother had the seafood Diavlo and he was the only one who ate his entire portion. He thoroughly enjoyed it. It is spicy, he took his glasses off and was sweating from the spiciness but he didn't leave a drop of food. My baby ate the spaghetti with meatball and she liked it. Ate the rest after school. Everyone enjoyed their meals. I will say it was a bit pricy but worth it. Food was portioned nicely and packed with flavor.

    Chicken Italiano
    Margie K.

    Very good definitely will be back! Service n food was great and atmosphere is nice , little noisy because it's Sunday !! Football day !!! But still nice

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    Fun date night spot! Most dishes are shareable size. Live music in the background made it feel more upscale.

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    Great atmosphere. Nice wait staff and delicious food. Loved the huge bar and the tv's.

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    Ordered online and a really nice experience. Huge portions. Good food. Couldn't ask for more.

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    3.5
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    ​I recently dined at Aki Nom Nom for lunch on a Tuesday, and it has easily become my new favorite…read moresushi spot! We were a party of two and the experience was fantastic from start to finish. ​The Highlights: ​Quality: This is hands-down the best quality "all-you-can-eat" (AYCE) sushi I've had. Unlike other places where the fish can sometimes taste frozen, everything here tasted fresh and high-quality. ​Service: Our server, Jordan, was incredibly attentive and made our lunch even better. ​Menu: The miso soup was delicious, and the salad portion was generous. The fried calamari was also great, though the pieces were on the smaller side. While the chicken teriyaki was a bit disappointing, the rest of the meal more than made up for it. ​Value: At approximately $33.85, the AYCE price is a great value for the quality you receive. They also have an extensive ramen menu--while it's not included in the AYCE price, it looked delicious and is something I'm excited to try next time. ​Overall Thoughts: The restaurant was very quiet during our lunch visit, which made for a relaxing meal, though I imagine it gets lively during happy hour. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're looking for fresh sushi and great service!

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