Zia Maria

This Chelsea restaurant serves fresh, seasonal Italian fare from its brick-walled kitchen. The specialty here is the pizza: Think classic margherita ($14 for a small, $20 for a large), mozzarella with spicy sopressata and caramelized onion ($15 for a small, $25 for a large) and prosciutto with shaved parmesan and arugula ($17 for a small, $27 for a large). Diners with allergies can make any pie gluten-free (starting at $19 for a small). You might want to order a salad to share, like the prosciutto with pear and gorgonzola ($14.95), or just go all in on appetizers like arancini ($12.95), traditional bruschetta ($12.95) or polenta with sausage, mushrooms and truffle oil ($14.95). Other entrees include eggplant parmesan ($17.95), gnocchi with bolognese ($17.95) and veal piccata ($22.95). As for drinks, the bartenders will be happy to mix you anything you like from the fully stocked top-shelf bar.