Why You Should Go: You may consider yourself an Italian chief when boiling pasta, pouring on sauce from a jar and thawing out the store-bought garlic bread. But once you put down the frozen meatballs and experience Trattoria Giuseppe, you'll truly see how authentic Italian cuisine is done right.

Why You'll Love It: Drawing on his past experiences as a chef in Sicily and Switzerland, Giuseppe Musso designed his unique sauces and specialties using his special southern Italian flair. Combining savory spices, cultivated seasonings, fresh vegetables, and delectable cheeses with his array of tender meats, seafood, fish and pastas, he creates a dining experience so authentic, it may have you second guessing if you’re in the right country.

What to Eat: Start the meal off right with Calamari alla Griglia or Insalata ai Fruitti di Mare, each bursting with flavor. Linguini ai Frutti di Mare is an excellent pasta entrée combining fresh tomato sauce, garlic, mussels, squid & crab meat. However, your experience is not complete without trying one of the many pizzas, handmade with the fresh ingredients like olives, basil, eggplant and zucchini. And of course, save some room for one of his mouthwatering desserts, like the traditional tiramisu.