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- 4.9Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.8Value
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La Cucina Piccola offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 830-3163.
La Cucina Piccola is rated 4.9 stars by 626 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
178 Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland, NJ 07068