Our first evening out since the March 15 lockdown and chose this long-time neighborhood favorite. Had 5:30 reservation so we could enjoy Spring evening dining on the Firenze patio, next to the fountain. Tables are bare until guests sit down and staff, in masks, brings...the table settings, water, bread, breadsticks and olive oil and balsamic vinegar to start. Excellent menu, abundant choices. Extensive wine list at reasonable prices. We did bring an older Barolo from home, but checked the list for future reference ($25 corkage). We selected small bottles of the Minonetto Prosecco to start ($13 each), in clever packaging that looks like sparkling wine closures, but are twist-offs. Split the calamari fritti appetizer ($20), fried with a marinara sauce; a bit try and tough. We enjoyed two veal dishes: picatta ($32) and marsala ($33). Each came with fresh green beans and pasta. Both cuts were tender and tasty. The picatta was sautéed with white wine, garlic, lemon butter, and capers. The marsala was covered with fresh mushrooms and a rich marsala sauce. Portions were large enough that we skipped dessert and had some leftovers of each for lunch the next day. Service by Yvette and supporting staff was skilled and timely, which made for an enjoyable first night out in three months.More
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