Owner Joe Salerno recreates his childhood memories of stirring sauces and making sausage in this popular downtown cafe. Voted the best Italian restaurant in Napa by locals, the menu features homemade pastas and sausages, fresh seafood and pizzas. Specialties include Veal Piccata and Fettucine Mare with a choice of three sauces. The family-style dinners include a choice of lasagna or two types of spaghetti, with bread. The wine list includes worthy offerings from local wineries as well as a few Italian wines. Follow dinner with an espresso and decadent dessert. There is live music Friday and Saturday nights.
• Hours: M-F 11a-9p; Sa, Su 11a-9p