Marea is one of New York’s most accomplished Italian seafood restaurants, with a major pasta program, excellent wine, strong service, and a clear coastal Italian foundation. Final rating: 4.0 out of 5.

Ci Siamo is one of New York’s stronger contemporary Italian restaurants. Final rating: 3.5 out of 5.

Fiaschetteria Pistoia delivers one of New York’s stronger Tuscan restaurant experiences, with a coherent regional identity, excellent pasta, and very little unnecessary distortion. Final rating: 4.0 out of 5.