Paganelli's

Opened in 1997 as Romagna Mia, this restaurant recently underwent a small facelift and a rebranding and is now named after chef and owner Gabriele Paganelli. The restaurant's menu reflects Paganelli's home region of Emilia Romagna in Italy, birthplace of balsamic vinegar, prosciutto di Parma, parmesan cheese, tortellini and so many other iconic Italian foods. Diners flock to Paganelli's for the chef's award-winning risotto dishes, including the risotto con fagiano e tartufo that combines pheasant ragu and black truffle paste, and the risotto alla forma con tartufo and noci, which is served in a parmesan wheel and flambéed tableside. Other menu standouts include the house-made tagliatelle pasta with traditional Bolognese sauce, the wide selection of Paganelli's own salumi, and pizzas. The wine list is focused on Sangiovese, offering diners the chance to sample Emilia Romagna's most popular grape.