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"Mention Delfina to anyone in the know and two words spring to mind: Spaghetti Pomodoro, which was and still is Delfina's go-to dish. All pasta is made in-house so you can't go wrong. But diners will find much to love deeper in the menu too, such as the liberty duck breast with brown butter polenta, clam pizza, and whole grilled fish. You’re not coming here for cocktails, though they do have a signature Delfina Spritz, that satiates dolce vita cravings. The wine list is where to lollygag, and Delfina has a small but attentive selection of whites, reds, and bubbles from Italy, with a few California choices sprinkled in for good measure." - Kimberley Lovato, Jenna Scatena