I am giving Rao's 4 stars because the service was amazing (thanks John) and I was able to order something not on the menu and have it executed beautifully. Is the food inspired? Not really. The portions are generous and flavorful. The caprese salad with buratta was fresh and served with a nice balsamic vinaigrette and basil. I was sorry we shared! The fried green tomato caprese was good too, though the fresh was better. My nephew ordered glorified Mac and cheese (Quattro formaggi)... OMG - best Mac and cheese ever, so rich you will have leftovers, but not greasy. I wanted frutti de mare and it wasn't on the menu. But I noticed the ingredients for it on other items. So I asked the waiter and he and the chef easily accommodated it. The calamari was fork tender, the shrimp plump and the clams in the shell were all open. Go for yummy Northern Italian and portions that will yield leftovers. Relax with great service and hopefully, great conversation.