Scalini Fedeli

For twenty-five years, Scalini Fedeli has held court in an elegant 19th-century building in Tribeca. Chef Michael Cetrulo’s soulful Italian cuisine continues to draw a loyal clientele, and the prix-fixe menu remains one of the best fine dining deals in town. The graceful, vaulted ceilings and soft lighting make Scalini Fedeli one of the most romantic dining rooms in NYC, yet also spacious and accommodating for celebratory groups and business dinners. But one of the best-kept secrets in town is Scalini Fedeli’s extensive list of Italian wines. Longtime general manager and wine buyer Nijaz Mavric has compiled a list that includes acclaimed wines from virtually every region in Italy. The list emphasizes family-owned wineries and has an abundance of older vintages. Mavric has close relationships with many Italian producers and often surprises them with older vintages of their wines when they visit the restaurant. The list also includes top-notch bottles from Napa Valley and Sonoma. Serious wine lovers can book the cellar downstairs for wine-pairing dinners for groups of 10-20.