Gianni's is an Italian cuisine eatery and wine bar in Broward County's largely Italian American community of Pompano Beach. Since 1989, the Florida eatery has specialized in cuisine that continues the regional culinary traditions of southern Italy. In the past, such appetizer selections as fried calamari, baked clams oreganato and eggplant rollatini have helped Gianni's secure favorable reviews in publications like the local "Sun Sentinel" newspaper. Soups and salads are available to order as starters. Linguini with clam sauce, penne vodka and gnocchi are among the restaurant's pasta entrées, while Italian specialty dishes like eggplant parmigiana and chicken piccata are all served with spaghetti. Cannoli, tiramisu and mousse cake are only a few of the traditional Italian treats Gianni's patrons can have for dessert.
Gianni's Ristorante
1601 E. Atlantic Blvd.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
954-942-1733
giannis.net
Lirio's Italian Restaurant is in the southwestern Broward County city of Weston. Fred calamari, eggplant rolatini and clams al pomodoro are among appetizers, while patrons can also choose bruschetta and any of a variety of toppings. Main courses include pasta, chicken, fish and veal dishes. Lasagna, chicken parmigiana and shrimp casino are among the dishes served at Lirio's. From baked Alaska and berry cake to soufflé and sorbet, guests of the Broward County Italian eatery can complete their dinner experience with a treat from the dessert menu. In addition to expansive offerings of traditional Italian lunch and dinner selections, Lirio's features a vast wine list that includes whites, reds, sparkling wine and even a restaurant house wine.
Lirio's Italian Restaurant
189 Weston Rd.
Weston, FL 33326
954-217-1910
liriosrestaurant.com
Established in 2004, Café Verdi serves contemporary Italian cuisine in the downtown area of Fort Lauderdale. In addition to soups and salads, starters include fried cheese ravioli, fresh tomato bruschetta and fried calamari. Café Verdi's menu of modern Italian dishes includes panini sandwiches and pizzas, as well as a small selection of pasta dishes like spinach tortellini, gnocchi Bolognese and shrimp fettuccine alfredo. Entrées like steak Javier, salmon picatta and Café Verdi's oven roasted chicken each come with a complimentary house salad. The Fort Lauderdale eatery also features specials on tapas, drinks and dinner entrées throughout the week.
Café Verdi
100 East Broward Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-522-1230
cafeverdi.com
