Week of April 2-8, 2009

Ricotta, artichoke, mint and parsley pizza at Ignazio's

Photograph: Jeff Gurwin

Ignazio's Just a stone's throw from Grimaldi's comes this pie contender courtesy of Hartford pizza maven Louis Termini (Luna Pizza). Aside from a selection of small plates (meatballs!) and salads (arugula with oil-cured olives and melted caciocavallo cheese), the menu is mostly devoted to thin-crust and Sicilian pies. Special versions include toppings such as lobster or seasonal greens, like baby dandelion and chicory. Drinks skew local, with Brooklyn brews (Sixpoint, Kelso, Brooklyn Brewery) and New York State wines—in case the East River views aren't enough to remind you of where you are. 4 Water St between Dock and Old Fulton Sts, Dumbo, Brooklyn (718-522-2100)

Comida Mercado Fresco Margaritte Malfy, owner of La Palapa Mexican restaurant, extends her reach uptown with this Yucatecan eatery in the former Madeleine Mae space. The airy, frescoed dining room—inspired by the Yucatan's colonial architecture—offers guests the chance to sample regional plates like the pollo Comida, a free-range half chicken that's been rubbed with achiote and citrus and then slow-roasted, and buñuelos de coliflor y salsa verde, cauliflower fritters with a tomatillo sauce. Stop at the bar for a refreshing margarita, made with fresh lime or watermelon juice. 461 Columbus Ave at 82nd St (212-496-3000)—Compiled by Daniel Gritzer

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