This Eatery is Now Known as The Best Italian Restaurant in Michigan
When you want to indulge, Italian food seems to really hit the spot. From hearty lasagna, to wood-fired pizza, to delightful tiramisu, there's decadence and comfort in each bite.
Restaurants serving up delicious Italian cuisine abound in Michigan - but which one is the best?
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Some of my favorite Italian restaurants include Amore Trattoria Italiana in Comstock Park and Sorellina in Traverse City!
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Lifestyle publication 5 Reasons to Visit sought to find the best Italian eateries in the country. Their editors narrowed it down to a top pick in each state.
5 Reason to Visits choice for the No. 1 Italian restaurant in Michigan is PepeNero in Traverse City.
PepeNero has been on my list for a long time! It's located at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons - which is a whole experience in and of itself! The former Traverse City State Hospital once served as an asylum. The more than 100 year old buildings have now been transformed into a sprawling shopping and dining hotspot. Seriously, it's such a cool place.
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While I've dined (and wined) at other spots there like Left Food Charley and Red Spire Brunch House, I always seem to go when PepeNero isn't open - I'll have to change that!
PepeNero first opened at 700 Cottageview Dr Suite 100 in 2013.
According to the restaurant's website, Pepenero tells the story of the two places chef Giorgio Lo Greco considers home: Palermo, Sicily and Traverse City, Michigan.
Here is 5 Reason to Visit's praise for PepeNero:
PepeNero Italian in Traverse City, Michigan, offers an exceptional dining experience that beautifully marries traditional Italian cuisine with a vibrant local flair. The menu features a range of handcrafted pasta dishes, fresh seafood, and wood-fired pizzas that are made from locally sourced ingredients, ensuring each bite bursts with flavor. The warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive service make it an ideal spot for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. Dining at PepeNero is not just a meal, but a celebration of culinary passion and a dedication to quality that invites you back for more.
PepeNero's hours are Tuesday through Saturday: 4.30p.m.through 9:30p.m., closed Sunday and Monday - something I'll need to keep in mind on my next visit!
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