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"It’s no surprise that as a neighborhood restaurant La Ciccia is a magnet for regulars. But for a such tiny restaurant this place has assembled quite an extensive wine list—Italian leaning, of course. Given the food’s focus is on Sicilian cuisine, the offerings tend to be from southern Italy. Even the simplest dishes make a lasting impression, like the marinated white anchovies with oranges and onions, or the roasted calamari in basil oil. The pasta course (obviously) should not to be overlooked—the semolina gnochetti with pork sugo is a perfect winter day comfort dish, while the citrus fettuccine with seafood and squid ink calls for a summer evening. For the main, the seared lamb chops with Sardinian olive tapenade is a top hit. La Ciccia’s staff seems to treat each patron like a neighbor, or even a distant relative." - Kimberley Lovato, Jenna Scatena