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Sweetest al fresco scene this side of, well, West Broadway. Big, elegant dining room with high ceilings, white tablecloths, and oversized chandeliers. But real action's in the backyard. Come summer, the tanned and Gucci-clad abscond to leafy oasis for decadent twists on Nor-Ital plates (ravioli filled with Granny Smith apple, spaghetti with mixed seafood and spicy tomato sauce, gnocchi with taleggio cheese and green peppercorns). Laidback Mediterranean vibe steals show, but people watching -- is that Donatella? -- none too shabby either.
The anti-Cipriani (which is around the corner) for decent value, real-deal Italian cuiz. Elegant, rustic, warm feel with lots of wood, antique touches, and soft lighting. Small, bustling bar in fro... read more
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