Reno-Sparks dishes up fine Italian dining

From the high-end formal fineries to the casual Italian delis, Reno provides cuisine that seems to come right from enchanting Italy itself. Head over to Paisan's for a lunchtime stop, or treat yourself to a heavenly dinner with dessert at La Famiglia. Don't forget the wine and cheese!

Finding a local favorite among these top choices will lead to some delectable dining, guaranteed:

• Carella's Italian Specialties
2888 Vista Blvd., Sparks
(775) 359-9922

• Coney Island Bar
2644 Prater Way, Sparks
(775) 358-6485

• Dolce Enoteca e Ristorant
2500 E. Second Street, Reno
(775) 324-9444

• Johnny Carino's Italian Restaurant
13901 S. Virginia St., Reno
(775) 852-8875

• La Famiglia Ristorante
180 E. 1st St., Reno
(775) 324-1414

• La Pasta Bistro
7499 Longley Lane Ste. B, Reno
(775) 853-6099

• La Strada - Eldorado Casino
345 N. Virginia St., Reno
(775) 786-5700

• La Vecchia Italian Restaurant
3501 S. Virginia St., Reno
(775) 825-1113

• Luciano's
6135 Lakeside Dr. Ste. 145, Reno
(775) 828-0400

• Mario's Portofino Ristorante
1505 S. Virginia St., Reno
(775) 825-7779

• Monte Vigna Italian Ristorante – Atlantis Casino
3800 S. Virginia St., Reno
(775) 825-4700

• Paisan's Old World Deli & Catering
4826 Longley Ln., Reno
(775) 826-9444
100 W. Liberty St., Reno
(775) 284-1250

• Pedros Famiglia Ristorante
834 Victorian Ave. Ste. 200, Sparks
(775) 355-7557

• Romanza Ristorante Italiano – Peppermill Casino
2707 S. Virginia St., Reno
(775) 689-7474

• Sardina's Restaurant
3314 S. McCarran Blvd., Reno
(775) 828-0105

• Tivoli Gardens- Eldorado Casino
345 N. Virginia St., Reno
(775) 786-5700

• Zozo's Ristorante
3446 Lakeside Dr., Reno
(775) 829-9449