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Nando Trattoria: Manhattan Beach, CA

Brothers Dario and Alessio Vullo are building on a family restaurant legacy that dates back to 1954, when their grandfather founded the bakery Bar Esperia in Sicily. They’ve since opened Nando, a successful Sicilian trattoria in Champaign, Illinois, just outside of Chicago, and most recently brought their venture to the West Coast, just blocks from the Manhattan Beach pier. Here you’ll find freshly imported delights like 24-month-aged DOP Parmigiano Reggiano that’s dusted over thin-sliced ​​Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with artichoke heart and kumquat, and a Misto Fritto with fried calamari, scallops, and prawns served with house-made potato crisps. For mains, you’ll find yourself stumped over notable options like Crab and Lobster Ravioli, Truffle Gnocchi, and Pan-Seared Swordfish. A lengthy wine list filled with Italian and European labels is on offer, and there’s plenty of al fresco dining as well as dining room seating.

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