Brio NYC (CLOSED)

The tables here are served by Italian waiters with accents so authentic, they could be mistaken for over-the-top put-ons. But the place is for real: Pastas are prepared simply and served piping hot (black-ink linguine is tossed with shrimp, bell peppers and tomato sauce). Hearty main dishes, including chicken breast sautéed with sweet Italian sausage, mushrooms and herbs, make up for the somewhat predictable starters.