The Hanover area is blessed to be home to several top
quality restaurants. One of my favorites is La Cucina; a family owned and
operated Italian Restaurant owned by Armando and Christina Malvone. Armando is
a second generation Italian American who is carrying on the family tradition of
restaurant ownership. His family has been part of the Hanover community for
over 39 years. But saying that La Cucina is merely an Italian Restaurant is
like calling Pavarotti just a singer. Step into La Cucina and you are transported
to Italy. The ambiance of La Cucina is reminiscent of the sidewalk bistros that
Italy is famous for and the restaurant also includes seasonal outdoor seating.
Whether you chose lunch or dinner, La Cucina is designed to create an elegant
yet relaxing dining experience. Your dining experience begins as you walk into
the restaurant where you will be warmly greeted by Armando’s wife, Christina,
or one of their friendly staff. Armando neglects nothing. While tending to
staff and meals, Armando makes a point to stop and greet patrons. The staff at
La Cucina is attentive without being overbearing, we didn’t have to wait for
drinks nor did we have staff hanging about.
Once you are seated, the feast begins as the wait-staff
brings you a basket of a variety of freshly baked focaccio breads. I chose the
Antipasta Rustica as an appetizer ($9.95). This plate is definitely meant to be
shared with others and consists of an assortment of delicious fresh Italian
meats and cheeses, served with grilled eggplant, artichokes, roasted peppers,
tomatoes, olives, and bruschetta. One of my companions chose the Shrimp Bisque,
a soup that will transport you to heaven. My entrée was the crab and asparagus
salad, a delectable combination of lump crabmeat, fresh asparagus, and orange
segments over a crisp bed of mixed greens flavored with just the right amount
of homemade raspberry vinaigrette dressing ($16.95.) My two dining companions
choose the Seafood Baked Ziti ($19.95) and Margherita gourmet pizza (12” pie
$7.95) and both pronounced them superb. If you have any room left after, do not
miss the homemade desserts. We all chose the cannoli and yes, it was exactly
like my mom-mom Mazzulo used to make. I have eaten at La Cucina at various
times during the week for both lunch and dinner and have never been
disappointed in either the food or the service. Both are outstanding.
Reservations are accepted Sunday through Thursday and
call-ahead seating on Friday and Saturday nights.
Location:
496 Eisenhower Drive, Hanover, PA 17331
Parking: Private Lot
Price Range: $7 to $16 for lunch; $9 to $25 for dinner.
Alcohol: BYOB
Accepts: Cash and major credit cards
Takeout: Yes
Children’s Menu: (Includes any beverage and applesauce.)
Tortellini, Spaghetti, Ravioli, Chicken fingers with French fries, Chicken parm
with capellini or Personal cheese pizza.
Details: (717) 633-5700 or visit the website La Cucina
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