El Giardino: Italians do wine so well, but who knew they did patios even better? With a clientele that ranges from upscale to tourist, Il Giardino takes you on a getaway to Tuscany that may seem intimidating expensive, but is actually reasonable in price. So rustic, yet so elegant, in its décor you’ll feel like you’re at home in Italy (or at least in an Italians back yard), and with the food so true in spirit to its origins you won’t find Italian better anywhere else.

Excluded from everything but its own serenity, Il Giardino’s patio is a great place to find some tranquility, some true Italian eats and some fine wine…all in the comfort of someone else’s backyard. – B.J.