Lucia, a North End favorite since 1977, remains a steady choice for regional Italian fare. Owned by the Frattaroli family, the restaurant is marked by over-the-top and very large floor-to-ceiling murals, while the menu is most noted for the robust dishes of Italy's Abruzzi region, like Granasso d'Italia (a light dish of veal, peas, artichokes, prosciutto, pine nuts, eggplant, and mozzarella), and Gnocchi d'Abruzzo (with pesto), as well as a bold selection of country-style meat dishes. There's also a second location in Winchester.

Lucia Information:

• Italian menu. Lunch, dinner. Closed Thanksgiving, Dec 25. Bar. Casual attire. Reservations recommended. Valet parking. Credit cards accepted.