First off let me just say that the atmosphere and location of the restaurant are both great, but thats about it. The place is covered with dust and not very clean. The first thing I noticed after sitting down was how filthy the salt and pepper shakers are. The pepper in particular looked as if it had been in the... more

My family vacationed in SW Michigan two summers ago. We dined at La Cantina and found the service and food to be exceptional. Yes, the ribs are delicious and the family recipes are indeed authentic Italian. We're vacationing in the area again this summer, and we've already set our eyes on returning to this fine place. Table for four, please,... more

Traveled to Kalamazoo for a dog show and we couldn't find anything unique there. Read about La Cantina and just decided to drive the 20 miles to give it a try. We sat outside and had a WONDERFUL meal! Both our dishes were outstanding and the staff was super nice without being fake. They even let our pooch sit with... more

amazing, but over priced unless you go on there special nights more

I live in Chicago so I know good Italian and this place has got it. Best pizza in SW Michigan, it's addicting... it's so good it should be illegal. Dandy ribs as well. Huge portions large enough for two to share. Don't be shy... if it's not on the menu then ask - they aim to please. This 70-year old... more

The menu at La Cantina proudly says that they've been around since 1936 and some dishes are said to use the original recipe from the founding. While I can't claim to have gone since 1936, I am in my 30+ year of being a customer and I can state that many things haven't changed since then. Some things have changed,... more

This is a fine place to get a good meal. Service was good. Servings were large. We couldn't find anything to complain about regarding this establishment. more

The warmth of the greeting we received as we entered the restaurant, made us feel as if we were part of the family. As a family owned and operated restaurant, it was not surprising that the food was fresh and prepared daily. Many of the food items were "homemade" from recipes of the founding matriarch. The present owner is the... more

My husband and I tried La Cantina with a large party 3 or 4 yrs ago. It was okay food but was nothing to rave about. We recently gave it another try after being invited by two couples meeting at a half way point for dinner. The pasta and thin crust pizza were both marginal at best. The portions were... more