Morris ParkThis is Sushi Nakazawa honcho Alessandro Borgognone’s family restaurant, the place where he cut his teeth before serendipitously watching Jiro Dreams of Sushi. It appears to be a classic Italian-American spot, but it’s more sophisticated than it looks. The thin crust pizzas are cooked in a wood-fired oven visible through a glass partition, and while they're clearly Neapolitan-inspired, they don’t fit neatly into that category.

Much more than a neighborhood staple, Patricia’s is an elegant restaurant committed to the convivial spirit of Southern Italy. The brick oven churns out pleasing pizzas with lightly charred crusts, like the Regina simply adorned with buffalo mozzarella, torn basil and a drizzle of excellent olive oil. Spaghetti Frank Sinatra is a stain-making bowl of slippery pasta loaded with shrimp, clams, olives and capers in chunky tomato sauce.

This Morris Park beacon is famous among chowhounds for its brick-oven pizza, and that’s not all Patricia’s does right. Antipasti options include buttery stuffed artichoke, crispy octopus, and creamy Buratta . You can’t go wrong with the Spaghetti Frank Sinatra, which is chock full of shrimp, clams, black olives, capers and fresh tomatoes.

Located in the Morris Park swath of the Bronx, Patricia’s serves up a menu that leans heavily on southern Italy. The wood-fired pizzas are some of the best in the borough; first-timers should dive into the Regina, fancy Margarita pizza topped with D.O.P. San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella cheese, and basil. On the pasta side, the pumpkin stuffed ravioli and the rigatoni Pavarotti, laced with broccoli rabe and shrimp, are top-notch.

A post shared by Patricia’s of Morris Park (@patriciasofmorrispark_official) on Mar 23, 2020 at 2:26pm PDT. If classic Italian is what you seek, classic Italian is what you’ll get. This icon in Morris Park goes beyond just pizza and chicken parmesan with its Spaghetti Frank Sinatra made with shrimps, clams, black olives, capers & fresh tomato along with plenty more — such as the Tagliata Di Manzo steak served with wild mushrooms.

1082 Morris Park Ave, The Bronx, NY 10461 patriciasofmorrispark.com. Even though flights to your romantic destination might be temporarily halted, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a romantic dinner in the Bronx. Just along Morris Park Avenue is Patricia’s of Morris Park, an Italian-themed restaurant perfect for enjoying a special night with your spouse.

Patricia’s offers a fine dining experience in the heart of Morris Park. It has become popular not only for its delicious food but also for its beautifully decorated interior and romantic atmosphere. Patricia’s specializes in fine Italian cuisine, while many of the ingredients used are sourced locally.

Open for lunch and dinner, Patricia’s food is consistently good, as is the service. Owner, Louis, has a reputation for being friendly, along with his staff and offering a large array of pizza options from tomato and garlic and no cheese to a full array of toppings of meats, vegetables and cheeses.

Locals keep going back to Patricia’s of Morris Park for their attention to ingredients. Seasonal produce from nearby markets helps shape the menu, and their event services draw regulars for celebrations of all sizes. Staff stay hands-on, which helps everything run smoothly.

More than a neighborhood Italian restaurant, Patricia’s of Morris Park is an Italian landmark in the Bronx. Patricia’s has been serving homemade Italian cuisine since 1979. Patricia’s of Morris Park, located on Park Avenue in the Bronx, serves classic Italian dishes.

Newly added were Artie’s on City Island, the two Patricia’s Pizza & Pasta restaurants in Morris Park and Throgs Neck, and Fratelli’s in Pelham Gardens.