Found it to be the ideal way to cap off an ""alternative"" day. Saw an independent film (""Morvern Callar""), finished off an independent book (""Only in America"" by John Soltez)... met a couple friends here and capped off the ""alternative"" day. What a change from the expected -- first off, the Fiamma makes for a nice ""alternative"" cocktail, and the Garganelli plate reminded me of nothing I'd had before. Earthy, not too garlicky. Even the shrimp departed from the standard scampiness you're all too used to encounter. At the risk of sounding ""expected,"" I'll say save room for dessert, again a departure from the standard Tirami towers. A different take on the cuisine that costs a little more, but worth it if you want something fresh.
Pros: different, top ingredients
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