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The "Mixed" pizza at this New York-style pizzeria is piled so high with delicious ingredients that we needed a fork to manage it. Garlic cloves, big chunks of onion, semi-raw green peppers, spicy pepperoni slices - each bite full of pleasant surprises. Other varieties like Mushroom, Cheese, and Italian Sausage & Green Pepper are also toppings-heavy and quite satisfying. Jalapeno &.... [Continue reading]
Located in the quiet back streets of Omotesando and running for more than two decades, this trendy little cafe qualifies as a neighborhood institution. They stay open a bit later than their neighbors if you're looking for a late-night dessert or a quick drink, and lunch hour runs until 5pm. The attractively appointed interior is surpsingly big, including a long and narrow, brightly.... [Continue reading]
Maybe it's the luxurious atmosphere of the dining room or the beautifully presented, innovative cuisine, but dinner at Spica feels like a night out. The food definitely takes center stage, as Spica's two talented chefs turn out exciting Italian-inspired dishes made with top-quality ingredients and their own creative flair. One especially entertaining dish is their Risoni Carbonara ... [Continue reading]

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