Otto - Not Just For Pizza Anymore

Almost hate to share this info for fear that there will be a stampede over to Mario Batali's Otto. (Sidbar: Notice the funfilled buffalo-theme that's emerging between yesterday and today's postings?) Well, now that I've started to share, guess I've gotta go all the way:

Otto has just expanded it's menu to include a range of pastas, each with a $9 pricetag.

Fab, ain't it?

Mind you, the menu doesn't include ritzy, Babbo-worthy pastas like Mario's Spaghetti with Black Truffles. But, how can you argue with a plate of homey Spaghetti Carbonara with the classic combo of egg, cream, parmesan and pancetta? For under $10?

No arguments from me. And, if Carbonara doesn't float your boat, there are about seven other pastas to choose from.

And, no, they haven't dropped the pizzas from the menu - nor the antipasti. The wine list is as massive as ever. There's just more to love - and mangia now!