The tastes of Italy without flying on Alitalia. A cozy spot, on the corner of Jane and Hudson, Piccolo Angelo offers a staggering variety of dishes (and every one of them is delicious). House made pastas including the most sumptuous and surprisingly delicate lasagna you could never replicate at home, grilled fishes and meats, a groaning board of antipasti, insalati, and contorni options. Marvel as the gracious host, Renato, explains a mouthwatering and nearly mind-numbing list of daily specials. Buon Appetito!

621 Hudson St at Jane St, 212-229-9177.

www.piccoloangolo.com