"This nautical-themed Italian restaurant in the Bronx remains mostly off the beaten tourist path, so you'll be sharing space with low-key locals and the occasional group who have made the 15-minute walk from Yankee Stadium. At brunch, your options range from creative omelettes studded with Italy-inspired ingredients (the prosciutto and mozzarella one is savory and satisfying) to hearty homemade pastas and excellent paninis. If you're in the mood for something sweet, go for the pancakes, which come in traditional and chocolate varieties, both topped with fresh whipped cream and seasonal fruit." - Andrea Whittle
