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| - I thought it was fitting to have dinner here before heading to the Beyonce & JayZ concert as they really put this place on the map after lunching here last summer.
The restaurant is split in 3 levels - an outside patio that on the ground level, the main floor dining area and the top floor dining area. I would have loved to dine on the ground floor patio however it was quite windy out so we just decided to go for the main floor.
Upon entering a waiter greeted us and offered us a cozy table in the corner next to floor to ceiling windows that open up. It was nice to be a level up and gaze down at the happenings on Yorkville.
For drinks we decide to go with two glasses of nice rich Pinot Grigio
For appetizers we decide to share two items
Polpette con Provolone Affumicato - beef, veal and pork meatballs braised in tomato sauce & smoked provolone
The meatballs themselves are nothing spectacular however I loved the addition of the melted smoked provolone draped over top. It really elevated the dish from being boring old meatballs and added a nice smokey flavour.
Insalata di Cavolo Nero - lacinate kale, zante currants, toasted pine nuts, shaved pecorino parmigiano, lemon vinaigrette
I loveddd this salad! It had all the elements bitter kale, sweet currants, salty parmigiano, and crunchy pinenuts all evenly coated in a mild tangy vinaigrette
For Main we of course had to try out the pizza
Margherita - tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil
Nice thin crispy crust, fresh gooey mozzarella, ample sauce, and crispy basil. Just the way I like my pizza!
Finally for dessert I couldn't resist but order the Tiramisu. It did not disappoint, in fact I'd say it's one of the best in the city! Two layers high with a thick layer of sweet and tangy mascarpone and those espresso drenched lady fingers it was sinfully delicious!
Overall I have to say it's definitely worth checking out. Tasty food, friendly service, and in the heart of Yorkville, if J&B like it why not give it a try?
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