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‘Great food with a flair’ Although the name of the grill accentuates its Italian learnings, co-owner Ron Giannella describes the cuisine as northern Italian, Continental and American. But a word to the wise: Check out the specials. Fresh fish selections change daily, while housemade pastas, seafood, chicken, veal and chops and, for the choosy, thin and crispy-crusted pizza with gourmet toppings, are all on the menu. Before anything, relax for a while at the welcoming bar. 168 West Crescent Ave. Allendale, NJ (201) 760-3700 www.savinirestaurant.com 3x WINNER Best Italian RUNNER-UP Restaurant 36 Jefferson Ave. Westwood, NJ (201) 722-1900 www.baciwestwood.com Considered one of the most attractive restaurants in Bergen County, food is served at Savini Restaurant in what was once a colonial home. What remains of the original only contributes to the aesthetics. But it is a positive culinary experience that diners seek and that is what they get at Savini’s. It excels in the three most significant barometers of a restaurant’s health: Food, Service and Atmosphere. The cuisine is northern Italian/Continental. Specialties cover the gamut – fresh fish selection daily, seafood to homemade pasta, veal, chicken, steaks and chops. Enjoy coffee, an after-dinner drink and perhaps late night music in the lounge.