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A South Side touchstone with a bocce court, scratch sauces, and cavatelli made daily. Celebrated by Cityview’s food writers and readers for steadfast hospitality and classic Calabrese‑leaning comfort.
Family-oriented red-sauce Italian parlor with bocce court
1501 SE 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50315 Get directions
$20–30
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