Zero Otto Nove

Walk past the bar, down the long hallway and straight into an Italian street-side trattoria. While the ambiance at Zero Otto Nove in the Bronx's Little Italy neighborhood is lovely, it's the wood-fired pizzas that are the name of the game. And speaking of names, it's well-known in foodie circles that the name of the restaurant, which translates to 089, hails from chef-owner Roberto's Italian roots â€" 089 is the area code of his Salerno hometown. Along with harkening flavors from the old country, Roberto also draws on influences from his chef father to bring his authentic pies to life. Again, you'll find the classics here, though they're executed flawlessly with the help of fresh mozzarella from nearby Casa della Mozzarella and sauce from San Marzano tomatoes.