"Penny Roma is the younger sibling restaurant to the certified Cal-Ital pasta icon, Flour + Water. But despite having a lot to live up to, the Mission spot holds its own by focusing on traditional-leaning dishes that might convince you to buy a one-way ticket to a countryside villa somewhere in Italy. The fresh, handmade pastas change from time to time—if it's on the menu, the pillow-like agnolotti dal plin is a must-order, as is the tortelloni with a roasted squash filling that tastes like fall in a spoon. Sip on some wine as you contemplate the pros and cons of booking that flight. " - julia chen 1, lani conway, ricky rodriguez