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Best Italian in Belmont & Fordham
Best Romantic Restaurants in Belmont & Fordham
Master Critic Review
Trattoria Zero Otto Nove
8.8
Trattoria Zero Otto Nove brings a Salerno-style trattoria to Arthur Avenue with a villa-like dining room, wood-fired pizzas, and Southern Italian pastas. Couples use it for date nights when they want dramatic lighting, brick arches, and food that feels geared toward lingering over a bottle of wine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pasta al Forno, La Riccardo pizza, Insalata di Mare
Scores:
Value: 7.3
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 9
Food Quality: 9.2
Atmosphere: 9.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Neapolitan trattoria with villa-style dining room and wood-fired pizzas.
Who should go: Couples seeking atmospheric Italian date night near Arthur Avenue.
When to visit: Evenings for candlelit energy and slower, more relaxed pacing.
What to order: Pasta al Forno, La Riccardo pizza, Insalata di Mare.
Insider tip: Ask for a table deeper in the room for the most intimate lighting.