Il Mercato

Frommer's Review

Light-colored Tuscan sponged walls and big rustic terra-cotta tiles on the floor set an appropriate mood at this popular spot amid the clamor of Spring Garden. Come early or late or expect to wait a bit (no reservations accepted), but make the effort either way -- it's worth it. You'll find a great selection of meals at prices that approach bargain level. Start by selecting antipasti from the deli counter in the front (you point; the waitstaff will bring them to your table). The focaccias are superb and come with a pleasing salad, while the ravioli with roast chicken and wild mushrooms is sublime. There are plenty of pastas and thin-crust pizzas on the menu to satisfy your fix, while non-Italian entrees include grilled rack of lamb with Dijon, a seafood medley cooked up with peppers, and a strip steak topped with gorgonzola.

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