"This casual corner cafe is famous for its pizzettes, which do their job of soaking up that second bottle of natural wine, especially if you choose the admirably rich cacio e pepe or tomato-mozzarella with dollops of spicy ’nduja. But the true stars of the menu are seafood-adjacent. There are thunderously crispy, slightly smoky fish croquettes and whole sardines dusted in flour, fried to a crisp, and set on rich labneh with a salsa verde topping. With such creative, flavorful, and reasonably priced options, it’s no wonder this no-reservations spot fills up fast. Get here before the 7:30pm rush, especially if you want a seat on the sidewalk terrace. (You do.)" - emily monaco
Ilya Kagan