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17934 Ventura Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 91316 17934 Ventura Boulevard, Los Angeles Directions
Today 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Closed All Hours
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If you're in the mood for spaghetti and meatballs, Los Angeles' Cafe Carolina serves up an Italian experience in the heart of Los Angeles. Meeting the gang for a movie? Pick up some food from this restaurant.

About this Business

  • Hours
    Sun
    5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue-Sat
    5:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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If you're in the mood for spaghetti and meatballs, Los Angeles's Cafe Carolina serves up an Italian experience in the heart of Los Angeles. Save money on a sitter ? kids are welcome to join the table at this restaurant.

Want to enjoy this restaurant without the wait? Get it to go.

Drivers will find quick and easy parking just around the corner from Cafe Carolina. Bike parking is quick and easy at Cafe Carolina.

Deep pockets not required! Cafe Carolina takes pride in its over-the-top flavor and just-right prices. Cafe Carolina offers a wide variety of payment options, including payment by major credit card. When in Rome, you do as the Romans do. When at Cafe Carolina, you eat as deliciously as the Italians do.

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Cafe Carolina
Cafe Carolina

Savory

Crespella Piemontese - Chicken Crepe
Organic chicken, leeks, crushed tomatoes, spinach, mozzarella cheese.
$12.25
Crespella Funghi Mushroom Crepe
Sautéed mushrooms, basil, sundried tomatoes, shallots, mozzarella.
$11.25
Capperi che Salmone - Gravlax
House-cured lox served with bagel, mascarpone cheese, red onion, capers.
$12.50
Frittata di Gorgonzola
Two organic eggs, caramelized onions, walnuts, spinach, gorgonzola cheese.
$11.25
Frittata Montanara - Veggie
Two organic eggs, broccoli, artichokes, red onion, roasted red bell pepper, gruyere cheese.
$11.50
Tofu Scramble
Organic tofu, broccoli, shallots, mushrooms, sundried tomatoes.
$10.95

Sweet

Crespella al Cioccolato - Nutella Crepe
Chocolate-hazelnut spread.
Sgl.
Chocolate-hazelnut spread.
Dbl.
Chocolate-hazelnut spread.
$4.50
French Toast Italian - style
French toast made with Italian panettone, served with mascarpone cheese and maple syrup.
$10.95
Zuppa
Non-dairy vegetarian soup - ask about today's selection.
Cup
Non-dairy vegetarian soup - ask about today's selection.
Bowl
Non-dairy vegetarian soup - ask about today's selection.
$5.50

Insalate - Salads

Insalata Verde - House Salad
Organic mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and topped with shaved parmesan.
Sm.
Organic mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and topped with shaved parmesan.
Lg.
Organic mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and topped with shaved parmesan.
$5.95
Semplice di Spinaci - Spinach Salad
Organic spinach, red onion, walnuts, mushrooms, tossed with a warm shallot vinaigrette, topped with salted ricotta.
Sm.
Organic spinach, red onion, walnuts, mushrooms, tossed with a warm shallot vinaigrette, topped with salted ricotta.
Lg.
Organic spinach, red onion, walnuts, mushrooms, tossed with a warm shallot vinaigrette, topped with salted ricotta.
$7.50
Cesare SPQR - Caesar Salad
Organic romaine tossed with homemade Caesar dressing, croutons, topped with shaved parmesan.
$8.50
Insalata di Parma - Parma Salad
Slices of imported Parma prosciutto, organic arugula, fresh mozzarella, tossed with balsamic vinaigrette, topped with shaved parmesan.
$11.75

Paste E Gnocchi - Pastas

Penne Marinara or Alfredo
Traditional tomato sauce or cream sauce.
$10.75
Farfalle alla Boscaiola
Bowties, mushrooms, shallots, peas and pancetta in a cream sauce.
$13.25
Linguine coi Gamberetti
Shrimp, crushed tomato and a white wine sauce.
$13.95
Penne alla Sorrentina
Marinara, crushed tomatoes and fresh mozzarella.
$11.75
Penne al Pesto
Basil, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan; or vegan.
$12.25
Penne or Linguine with Butter or Olive Oil
Plain and simple, with or without parmesan. No substitutions please
$9.75

Dolci - Desserts

Tiramisú - Specialty of the House
Ladyfingers, mascarpone, espresso and rum in a delicious layered cake. Our customers say, Best Tiramisú in the Valley!
$5.95
La Dolce Vita - Italian-style Cheesecake
Individual homemade maple and mascarpone mousse shortbread crumbles.
$5.95
Torta della Nonna - Grandmother's Cake
Traditional Italian cake with short pastry and lemon cream, topped with pine nuts and almonds.
$5.75
Vesuvio al Cioccolato - Triple Layer Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse with layers of rum, orange zest and espresso beans served with a raspberry sauce.
$6.50
Fruttasotto - Fruit Cobbler
Non-dairy cobbler of seasonal fruit, made with organic flour, sweetened with agave nectar.
$6.95
Affogato al Caffé
Two scoops vanilla ice cream soaked in espresso, topped with whipped cream.
$5.50
Scoop of Ice Cream or Sorbet
Ice cream: vanilla, chocolate. Sorbet: coconut, raspberry, chocolate.
$1.95

Dolci - Desserts

Tiramisú
Ladyfingers, mascarpone, espresso and rum in a delicious layered cake. Our customers say: Best Tiramisu in the Valley!
$5.95
Vesuvio al Cioccolato - Triple Layer Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse with layers of rum, orange zest and espresso beans served with a berry sauce.
$6.50
La Dolce Vita - Italian-style Cheesecake
Individual homemade maple and mascarpone mousse served with a butter waffle cookie.
$5.95
Torta della Nonna - Grandmother's Cake
Traditional Italian cake with short pastry and lemon cream, topped with pine nuts and almonds.
$5.75
Fruttasotto - Fruit Cobbler
Non-dairy cobbler of seasonal fruit, made with organic flour and sweetened with agave nectar.
$0.75
Carob - Coconut Torte
Carob, coconut and cashew torte with an almond-date crust, topped with a fresh berry sauce, and sweetened with agave nectar. No soy, dairy, gluten.
$6.65
Hot Chocolate Decadence
European-style real hot chocolate made from scratch, topped with whipped cream. At chef's discretion; please allow extra time to prepare.
$5.75
Scoop(s) of Ice Cream or Sorbet
Ice cream: chocolate, vanilla. Sorbet: coconut, raspberry, chocolate.
$1.95

Antipasti - Appetizers

Soup of the Day
Non-dairy vegetarian soup ask about today's selection.
Cup
Non-dairy vegetarian soup ask about today's selection.
Bowl
Non-dairy vegetarian soup ask about today's selection.
$5.65
Insalata Verde House Salad
Organic mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette, topped with shaved parmesan.
$6.25
Semplice di Spinaci Spinach Salad
Organic spinach, red onion, mushrooms, walnuts, and a warm shallot vinaigrette, topped with salted ricotta.
$8.20
Insalata Romana Roman Salad
Romaine, radicchio, dried figs, walnuts and red onions, tossed with a creamy gorgonzola dressing.
$9.35
Burrata Invernale
Fresh burrata (mozzarella with a creamy center), heirloom tomatoes, pesto, shaved parmesan.
$10.95
Insalata Rossa Beet Salad
Beets, cannellini beans, caramelized onions, topped with salted ricotta.
$8.95
Insalata di Parma Parma Salad
Sliced imported Parma prosciutto topped with organic arugula tossed with balsamic vinaigrette, and sprinkled with shaved parmesan.
$11.95
Bruschetta Invernale (pronounced brusketta)
Two pieces buttered crostini topped with crimini mushrooms, macadamia nut spread, caramelized onions, gruyere cheese.
$9.75
Arancini Fried Rice Balls
Appetizer of arborio rice stuffed with carrots, peas, parsley, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, marinara.
$10.25

Primi - Pastas

Ravioli Cremaschi
Authentic regional ravioli stuffed with a sweet filling of amaretti, raisins, citron and parmesan cheese, served in a sage-brown butter sauce.
$14.85
Pizzoccheri*
Lots of fresh diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, splash of lemon juice, olive oil, and parmesan.
$14.95
Strozzapreti
Homemade ricotta and spinach gnocchi baked in a porcini and white mushroom-cream sauce.
$14.50
Gnocchi Gorgonzola
Homemade classic Italian-style potato dumplings in a creamy gorgonzola sauce. A favorite!
$13.25
Rigatoni al Pollo
Tube pasta, diced organic chicken breast, broccoli, leeks, tomatoes, parmesan, white wine sauce.
$14.25
Linguine all'Adriatico*
Linguine with tomatoes, garlic, basil and shrimp in a white wine sauce.
$15.65
Tagliatelle alla Thomas
Flat pasta with homemade organic chicken meatballs and marinara sauce.
$14.25
Rigatoni alla Buttera
Tube pasta with pork sausage, onion, mushrooms and pink sauce.
$13.25
Lasagna alla Bolognese*
Layers of homemade organic pasta, Angus beef ragù, marinara and béchamel sauce.
$14.95
Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
Flat pasta with Angus beef ragù, crushed tomatoes, butter, and parmesan.
$14.50
Penne with Butter or Olive Oil
Plain and simple, with or without cheese.
$9.95

The Classics

Marinara
Traditional tomato
$11.85
Arrabbiata
Spicy marinara
$11.85
Alfredo
Shallots, cream, parmesan
$11.95
Pink
Marinara, cream
$11.95
Puttanesca
Capers, olives, anchovies, marinara
$13.25
Carbonara*
Eggs, pancetta, parmesan
$13.35
Pesto
Basil, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan; or vegan
$13.50
Funghi
White mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, shallots and cream
$13.25
Sorrentina
Marinara, tomatoes and fresh mozzarella; especially good with gnocchi
$13.25

Secondi - Entrees

Pollo al Marsala
Organic half chicken braised in a Marsala wine sauce with dried figs.
$17.50
Tagliata al Pepe Verde
Grilled Angus flat iron steak, served sliced and topped with a green peppercorn sauce.
$16.25
Agnello al Balsamico
Grilled lamb chops with balsamic reduction sauce.
$29.95
Sogliola alla Livornese
Filet of sole braised with crushed tomatoes, black olives, capers, garlic, and basil.
$15.25
Scallopine al Limone e Capperi
Pork tenderloin with a lemon-caper sauce.
$14.95

Le Pizze

Margherita
Marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and parmesan.
$10.95
Napoletana
Marinara, fresh mozzarella, anchovies, sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
$11.95
Funghi
Marinara, fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, red onion, parmesan, parsley.
$13.50
Gorgonzola
Walnuts, caramelized onion, fresh mozzarella, fresh sage, and gorgonzola cheese.
$13.75
Isabella
Marinara, grilled eggplant, artichokes, roasted red bell peppers, goat cheese.
$13.95
Bianca
Fresh mozzarella, Parma prosciutto, arugula, olive oil, shaved parmesan.
$14.50
Salsiccia
Marinara, fresh mozzarella, roasted red bell peppers, parmesan, parsley, and choice of pepperoni or Italian sausage.
$12.95
Calzone
Marinara, ricotta (with beaten egg), fresh mozzarella, artichokes, turkey sausage, caramalized onions, parmesan, olive oil.
$13.75

Add Toppings

Artichokes
$2.00
Goat cheese
$3.00
Mushrooms
$2.00
Italian sausage
$2.00
Chicken
$3.50
Grilled eggplant
$2.00
Kalamata olives
$2.00
Shrimp
$3.50
Pepperoni
$2.25
Anchovies
$1.00
Roasted red bell peppers
$2.00
Fresh mozzarella
$2.00
Peppeoni
$2.25

Homemade Pastas

Plain
Spinach, Black (squid ink)
$4.00
Sun-dried Tomato
Buckwheat
$4.00

Fresh Sauces

Marinara
Arra Bbiata
$8.00
Funghi
Buttera
$9.50
Pesto
8 oz.
$5.00
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