Brunina's Pizza & Pasta

Brunina's Pizza & Pasta is an East Naples Italian restaurant founded by the Carvelli family and devoted to the traditional flavors of Calabria. Pizzas come in three sizes, from a simple Margherita to the Calabrese, which is loaded with sausage, meatballs, pepperoni, prosciutto and ham. Calzones, stromboli and antipasti such as arancini, fried mini calzones and garlic shrimp round out the menu.

The pastas range from spaghetti carbonara and lasagna al forno to homemade gnocchi with short rib and the Raviolo alla Brunina, stuffed with lobster meat. Owner Brunina is often seen mingling with guests, and her homemade tiramisu is a house signature. Gluten-free options include a cauliflower crust, so the restaurant works for relaxed family dinners and small celebrations alike.