A newcomer to the see-and-be-scene, Vento, Italian for "wind", has swept away gallery-goers, critics and neighbors alike in search of a dining and drinking destination that's more than just a gust of hot air. Named a noteworthy newcomer by Zagat, and "a remarkably good Italian eatery" by the NY Post's Steve Cuozzo, Vento features casual, regional Italian fare that packs 'em in. The location in the Meatpacking District offers prime people-watching in the outdoor cafe in warm weather, and exposed brick walls, wooden beams and friendly staff make the cold weather more pleasant. For a nightcap after dinner head down to Level V, the sultry spot below Vento that Citysearch calls "pure, decadent fun".

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