Pisticci

Harlem & Upper Manhattan


When the weather is lousy, Pisticci makes a fine retreat, with its cozy two-room interior graced by low-lit chandeliers, vintage paintings and globe lights over the bar. Creative cocktails make a fine prelude to the excellent Italian fare and daily specials like baked tilapia. Many vegetables are grown at Pisticci's upstate farm (don't miss the flavor-packed grilled eggplant).

Brunch, with such offerings as spinach-and-goat-cheese omelets or lemon ricotta pancakes, is also a hit.


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