Lé Fresca | Ristorante Italiano | Pasta, Pizza, Italian

2218 2nd Ave N Birmingham, AL 35203

(205) 593-4241

THE MENU WINE & DRINKS

call 205-593-4241

for reservations & curbside

RESERVATIONS ARE SUGGESTED

open 11am-9pm

tuesday through thursday

open 11am-9:30pm

Friday & saturday

Lé Fresca brings the taste and excitement of Northern Italy to 2nd Ave North Birmingham, AL. We offer a wide variety of Italian cuisine, imported pizza oven, full bar & wine.

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lefresca

Ristorante Italiano🍷🍕Passione per il cibo e vino Italiano
Da Peschiera a Birmingham
(205) 593-4241
A taste of Peschiera del Garda in Birmingham, Al.

Introducing a new cocktail for spring! Here we hav

Introducing a new cocktail for spring!
Here we have the Aperol Splash using Dread River vodka, Aperol, Triple Sec, and Steigl. What better way to relax in the afternoon after lunch.
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We are open from 11-9pm Tues-Thurs
and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat.
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations.
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Antinori winery Marchesi Antinori Srl is an Itali

Antinori winery
Marchesi Antinori Srl is an Italian wine company that can trace its history back to 1385. They are one of the biggest wine companies in Italy, and their innovations played a large part in the "Super-Tuscan" revolution of the 1970s. Antinori is a member of the Primum Familiae Vini and the 10th oldest family owned company in the world.

The real revolution came in 1974 with the launch of Tignanello's first vintage, 1971: a barrique-aged wine from the vineyard bearing the same name containing Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Although the initial blend did not yet contain any Cabernet Sauvignon or Cabernet Franc, no white grape varieties were used, which meant that the wine was ineligible for the Chianti Classico appellation; from the vintage 1975 onwards the blend contained Cabernet Sauvignon. Technically Tignanello was not the first 'Super Tuscan' – that honor goes to Sassicaia, created by a relative of the Antinoris, the Marquis Mario Incisa della Rocchetta – even though the Antinoris were experimenting with Cabernet blends since the 1920s. But it was Tignanello that really shook up the Italian wine industry, leading to far-reaching changes in rules and attitudes. However, even though the Chianti Classico DOCG rules have now been changed to accommodate wines such as Tignanello, the Antinoris continue to sell it as a Toscana IGT wine. Emboldened by the success of the 20% Bordeaux blend Tignanello, in 1978 Antinori launched Solaia - containing 80% Cabernet Sauvignon - from the neighboring vineyard.
The two wineries that produce the Antinori wines we sell at Lé Fresca.
• Tignanello - is a 47 hectare vineyard acquired in 1900 and gives its name to Antinori's most famous wine, designated a Vino da Tavola since the mid-1970s and IGT Toscana since the early 1990s. Since 1982, Tignanello has been made from 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. The vineyard lies at 1150–1312 feet above sea level, within the Santa Cristina estate (also known as Tenuta Tignanello).
• Pian delle Vigne Estate - Sixty hectares of vineyard in a 186 hectare estate bought in 1995, which provides their Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalicino.

It's back by very popular demand! Our house made p

It's back by very popular demand!
Our house made potato gnocchi, with basil pesto burro fuso and grana padano.
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We are open lunch and dinner Tue-Sat.
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations. Also we are now keeping our bar and outside tables first come first serve when the weather permits. So even if you don't have a reservation you can come by and grab a drink while you wait for a table or put your name down and walk across the street to our friend's wine bar @avinebham until your table is ready.
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#Gnoochi #italianfood #foodie #authenticitalian #ristoranteitaliano #instagrambham #ristorante #ristoranteitaliano #northenitalian #Lefresca #lefrescabham #lefrescabhm #bhamloftdistrict #lunchtime #lunch #springtime #spring

Yes we are open today from 11am-9pm! . Octopus Sal

Yes we are open today from 11am-9pm!
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Octopus Salad: Octopus is cooked in a pan on low heat with garlic, parsley, and chili. After cooling, it is sliced and served in a bowl with chopped garlic, sliced carrot & celery, and new potatoes.
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Now open 11am-9pm Tuesday through Thursday and 11am-9:30pm Friday and Saturday. Call 205-593-4241 for reservations.
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Join us for lunch today and every Tuesday through

Join us for lunch today and every Tuesday through Saturday. No reservations needed for lunch service.
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Today we wanted to highlight our lunch sandwich.
Our lunch sandwich is made in our wood fire oven using the same dough used to make our pizzas. We then add salami, tomatoes, mozzarella, arugula and a side chips for a great lunch option. By the glass we are serving the Feudi di San Gregorio Rosato.
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No reservation needed for lunch. Call 205-593-4241 for curbside and reservations.
Open 11am-9pm Tue-Thurs
and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat.
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2017 Zenato Alanera Rosso Veronese. . Alanera tran

2017 Zenato Alanera Rosso Veronese.
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Alanera translates as "black wing," a reference to the raven, "corvo" in Italian, and an homage to the Valpolicella region's treasured indigenous grape, "Corvina". Alanera is a seductive wine that derives extra richness from an innovative variation on the traditional appassimento method practiced throughout the zone. 50% of all the grapes harvested to produce this wine are partially dried for 45-60 days. The classic Valpolicella varietals are dried in the main drying facility in Sant' Ambrogio where the Zenato family dry their Amarone grapes, while the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are dried at Zenato's Santa Cristina winery. The highly concentrated juice from these partially dried grapes adds an unusually complex spectrum of aromas and flavors to the blend. 12 months in barrel round out the tannin structure in this eminently drinkable red.
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Tasting Notes
Brilliant ruby in color, Alanera delights the senses with a variety of aromas and flavors that include fresh and dried cherries and prunes, sweet spice, and hints of coffee and tobacco. On the palate, Alanera is full-bodied with elegant and velvety tannins. Vibrant acidity brings balance and freshness, and supports a long and harmonious finish.
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Food Pairing
Pair Zenato's Alanera with medium-aged cheeses, cured meats, meaty fish such as sea bass fillet with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, or with braised meats and stews.
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Varietal composition: 55% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, 10% Corvinone, 5% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon

Our traditional Italian pizzas. We start by import

Our traditional Italian pizzas. We start by import the highest grade flour from Italy to make our pizza dough. This high ph flour is one of the keys to our light and crispy pizzas. We spread a thin layer of sauce on the dough to start. From there we add the ingredients for one of our signature Italian pizzas followed by crumbled pieces of mozzarella. As the pizza cooks in the oven the crumbles of mozzarella melt creating a thin layer of cheese. Now many of our first time guest are suprised to discover that we serve our pizzas uncut. We do this for a few reason. First of course this is how your pizza would be served in "in the old country". Second by not cutting the pizza that thin layer of cheese traps the heat keeping our thin pizzas hot for much longer. Finally this allows you to decide the size of your slice. Marco says that his mother always cuts eight slices for her pizza, Marco always cuts seven slices from his pizza and his brother Luca only cuts his pizza into two slices. Our servers of course are more than happy to slice your pizza table side upon request. While our American servers are getting quicker ever service none are quite as fast as Marco at cutting your pizza table side.

Today's pizzas:

Margherita: mozzarella and basil - $15
Diavola: hot salami and red peppers - $16
Porky: bacon, sausage and hot salami - $16
Capricciosa: prosciutto, mushrooms, artichoke and black olives - $16
Speck: speck and mozzarella - $16
Carbonara: bacon, egg, lemon zest -$17
Rucola: sausage, arugula - $16
Saporita: sausage, gorgonzola - $16

We are open from 11am-9pm today and every Tuesday through Thursday and 11am-9:30pm FridayandSaturday. For reservation call (205) 593-424. While we take reservations for our dinning room tables both our bar and outside tables are first come first serve. This means you of course do not have to have a reservation to eat with us.

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Our bone-in duroc pork chop from @comfreyfarmpork

Our bone-in duroc pork chop from @comfreyfarmpork served over a potato puree with cavolo nero and finished with our pan sauce. For our pan sauce we are using vermouth and a compound butter consisting of many of the same herbs and seasoning we used on our very popular porchetta. Join us for lunch & dinner today and ever Tue-Sat.
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Open 11am-9pm Tuesday through Thursday
Open 11am-9:30pm Friday and Saturday
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations.
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#pastalover #cucina #italianpasta #eatlocal #pizzeria #takeout #picoftheday #italianfoodlover #cocktails #takeaway #italianstyle #supportlocal #gourmet #homemade #comfortfood #rome #homemadepasta #dessert #foodies #happyhour #pizzalover #spaghetti #cheflife #catering #goodfood #ig #foodpic #italianfoodporn #bar #fish

You couldn't have a more perfect day for rosé. Jo

You couldn't have a more perfect day for rosé.
Join us for lunch and dinner Tue-Sat.
We are open 11am-9pm Tue-Thurs
and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat. No reservations needed for lunch and we are now keeping our bar and outside tables for first come first serve service. For reservations in our dinning room call (205) 593-4241.
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What an honor to be named best pizza in Alabama by

What an honor to be named best pizza in Alabama by Food & Wine magazine. We are making our pizzas in an authentic Northern Italian style with our flour which is imported from Italy. Join us for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday. We are open 11am-9pm Tue-Thurs and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat. Our Bar and outside tables are first come first serve but we do take reservations for our dinning room tables.
Call (205) 593-4241 for reservations.
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source: https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/restaurants/best-pizza-every-state
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New on our by the glass list we have the Feudi di

New on our by the glass list we have the Feudi di San Gregorio Rubrato
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In the heart of Irpinia originates Rubrato, a wine that expresses the pleasure of Aglianico in its youth.
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Denomination:
Irpinia Aglianico DOC
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Grape:
Aglianico
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Fermentation:
Fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks for about 2-3 weeks.
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Maturation:
About 8-10 months in bottle.
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Aging:
Minimum 6 months in bottle.
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Organoleptic Examination:
Intense and lucid ruby red. On the nose, it recalls wild black fruit, licorice and the underbrush. In the mouth, it is balanced with a finish that is reminiscent of fresh fruit, ending with a delicate balsamic note.
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Food Pairings:
It combines perfectly with roasted red and white meats, eggplant parmigiana and rice sartu(cake).
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source: https://www.feudi.it/en/taste-our-wines/rubrato

We learned two things during service yesterday. .

We learned two things during service yesterday.
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1. Ms Luna does not like sharing her treats with other dogs.
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2. The old girl Scarlett is not concerned about Luna.
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Our spring salad. Here we use local spring salad

Our spring salad.
Here we use local spring salad from @terrapretaorganic with ricotta, asparagus, peas and a lemon vinaigrette.
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Join us for lunch and dinner Tue-Sat.
We are open from 11-9pm Tues-Thurs
and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat.
Our bar and outside tables are first come first serve however, you can call 205-593-4241 for reservations in our dinning room.
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What can we say, we have friends in high places. T

What can we say, we have friends in high places. Thank you as always @elbarriobham.
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Join us for lunch and dinner Tue-Sat.
We are open from 11-9pm Tues-Thurs
and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat.
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations. We are now keeping the bar and outside tables first come first serve and only taking reservations for the dining room tables. So if you forgot to make a reservation still swing by and grab a drink while you wait.
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This is a public service announcement! In an effor

This is a public service announcement! In an effort to cut down on conflict between guest we do not suggest sharing the tiramisu. Share you dessert at Lé Fresca at your own risk.
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Join us for lunch or dinner Tue-Sat.
We are open from 11-9pm Tues-Thurs
and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat.
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations.
We are now only accepting reservations for our inside table. We are leaving the bar and outside tables open for first come first serve.
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#tiramisu #dessert #italianfood #authenticitalian #northenitalian #birmingham #birminghamalabama #alabama #lunchtime #Lefresca #lefrescabham #lefrescabhm

Join us for lunch today! Today we roll out our new

Join us for lunch today!
Today we roll out our new seared yellowfin tuna with shaved fennel salad and lemon vinaigrette. This is a perfect dish for an appetizer or even a light lunch when accompanied with a salad or side item.
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We are open from 11-9pm Tues-Thurs
and 11am-9:30pm Fri&Sat.
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations.
We have changed our outdoor and bar seating to first come first serve so that a reservations is not required to eat with us.
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#no1yellowfin #no1 #yellowfintuna #tuna #springtime #lunchtime #Lefresca #lefrescabham #lefrescabhm #bhamloftdistrict #instagrambham #bhamrestaurants #bhamnow

It's back by very popular demand! Our house made p

It's back by very popular demand!
Our house made potato gnocchi, with basil pesto burro fuso and grana padano.
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We are open lunch and dinner Tue-Sat.
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations. Also we are now keeping our bar and outside tables first come first serve when the weather permits. So even if you don't have a reservation you can come by and grab a drink while you wait for a table or put your name down and walk across the street to our friend's wine bar @avinebham until your table is ready.

We found some "classic French burgers" @avinebham

We found some "classic French burgers" @avinebham tonight after work. Needless to say we are fans of the sliders.
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To quote Marco "You have to try the slide at A'vine!"

No reservations needed for lunch! . Affettati Mist

No reservations needed for lunch!
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Affettati Misti:
Italian for mixed cold cuts. All three meats are sliced to order. Sopressata (a variety of salami), Lonza (cured pork loin), and Speck (smoked prosciutto) are plated with pickled vegetables, taleggio (semi firm cow's milk cheese), pecorino (hard Italian cheese made from sheep’s milk), and gorgonzola (a rich, assertive Italian blue cheese). This dish comes with 2 rolls of bread from Birmingham Breadworks.

Call us to make reservations: (205) 593-4241

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Join us for lunch today! To celebrate the return o

Join us for lunch today!
To celebrate the return of spring we have added asparagus risotto to our menu. No reservations needed for lunch. We are open lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday.
Call 205-593-4241 for reservations and curbside.
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