Filomena Cucina

13 Cross Keys Road
West Berlin, NJ 08091
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"Owner Giuseppe (Pepe) DiVentura brings the flavors of his native central Italy to West Berlin. The massive menu covers all the Italian classics, from potato-ricotta gnocchi to house-specialty osso buco, to brick-oven pizza, to must-have sides like roasted peppers and broccoli rabe."
                                                                Philadelphia Magazine

The husband and wife team of Giuseppe and Domenica Ventura are the architects of a spectacular and long-running restaurant that not surprisingly, is one of South Jersey’s all-time favorites. They didn’t miss a thing: a classic bar, a beautiful and romantic ambiance, great Italian cuisine, and friendly and professional service. It’s critically important to add one thing-they have kept it affordable. You will struggle to find a restaurant that delivers so much value at prices that their loyal guests so appreciate.

The little things are really the big things because they are so much a part of the dining experience. Things like fireplaces, the piano bar, and a beautiful patio for the always in demand outdoor seating. Things like a wine program that so perfectly complements their outstanding dishes. Of course, the important things also include quality ingredients and generous portions. What is of major significance is there is a real chef (Phil Maycott) in the kitchen. In an area where Italian restaurants are so dominated by the national chains, Filomena represents a real Italian experience, and the entire presentation is all part of it. 

Particulars

Price Range:
$30 and under

Credit Cards:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Parking:
on premise

Dress Code:
Casual

Reservations:
Accepted / Walk-ins are welcome

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Signature Dishes

Appetizers

RAPINI:
Sautéed broccoli rabe, white beans, garlic served with your choice of sausage

PORTOBELLO ALLA GRIGLIA:
Topped with jumbo lump crab, spinach and gorgonzola, pecorino cheese sauce

Entrees

STEAK SICIALIANO:
Chargrilled NY strip served with sautéed wild mushrooms, onions, pomodori sauce and long hot peppers stuffed with prosciutto and cheese

GAMBERI SCAMPI:
Jumbo shrimp sautéed in garlic, lemon, white wine sauce served over Cappellini pasta

VITELLO ELENA:
Sautéed veal medallions with artichokes, jumbo lump crabmeat, sun-dried tomatoes in a light fresh herb-lemon sauce served over cappellini

Filomena Signature Gnocchi:
Potato-filled gnocchi made by Mamma Filomena and tossed with fresh tomatoes and basil