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Cuisine Italian
Hours Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm; dinner: Mon-Thurs 5:30-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 5:30-10:30pm
Address
2801 Capitol Ave
Location Around Town
Reservations Reservations recommended
Phone 916/455-2422
Web site www.biba-restaurant.com
Prices Entrees $15-$28
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

Locals flock to this Art Deco restaurant to sample the classical Italian cuisine of Bologna-born owner Biba Caggiano, who has published nine cookbooks and also has a syndicated television show called Biba's Italian Kitchen. Although the menu changes seasonally, you can expect to find about 10 pastas and an equal number of main courses. There might be a delicate pappardelle with a fresh-seafood sauce, or a more pungent spaghetti alla Siciliana, which combines eggplant, tomatoes, capers, garlic, and anchovies. For a main course, the classic osso buco Milanese served with a soft, creamy polenta is excellent, but save room for the double-chocolate trifle made with dark and white chocolate, Grand Marnier-soaked pound cake, and raspberry purée.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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