"In a city where French food rules the restaurant scene, Battuto sticks out in the best way. The 24-seat Italian spot was opened by chef Guillaume St-Pierre, pastry chef Paul Croteau, and sommelier Pascal Bussières. A few bites in, you’ll understand why they toppedthisBest New Restaurants list in 2017. There’s the saffron arancini that nail the whole crispy on the outside, melty on the inside thing. Delicate squash blossoms are stuffed with a rich lamb bolognese, fried, and served with a mint and basil aioli. All of the pastas are made by hand, so order every single one (the ravioli with ricotta, fresh green peas, and lemon beurre blanc was a standout) and have no regrets. By this point you’ll want another bottle from Bussières’ curation—a list made up mostly of biodynamic and natural Italian wines. The dessert move? One of everything, obviously. (The mountain of chamomile bomboloni!) This is a special place that’s worth the two-month wait to get in." - ByRachel Karten
