"Piperno is pretty old-school in its décor—polished wood-paneled walls, platters full of fresh fruit, chandeliers—and that formality extends to the service. Ever-courteous staff, enrobed in white jackets and bowties, welcomes you to your table like you’re nobility. Start your meal with some oh-so-Roman fried potato croquettes and suppli, then head straight for a first course in the form of potato gnocchi in creamy fontina cheese, plus a seafood risotto for good measure. The mains game is all about seafood." - Maresa Manara