Easily the crown jewel in Steve Hanson's empire, Fiamma manages to be sleek and homey at the same time--in looks and food. The dining areas are handsome, not hyper-designed, but it still radiates youthful energy, not old-world stuffiness. The food is refined yet earthy; the flavors are simple, pure and thankfully free of any ""nouveau"" pretense. Beyond the excellent food (the touted garganelli with prosciutto, peas and truffle butter really IS amazing), Fiamma's most striking--and pleasing--feature is the quality of service. From the reservations desk to the hostess to the headwaiter to the sommelier to the table waiter, everyone made the customer feel like a true VIP. And THAT is what often separates a good restaurant from a great one. Fiamma has all the right ingredients for many years of deserved success.
Pros: Wonderful service, Lively atmosphere, Excellent food
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