Prato 850, Commack

Prato 850 is a wood-fired gastropub that specializes in classic pizzas and authentic Italian cuisine, but the story behind it began a thousand years ago in the city of Prato, in Tuscany. Back then, the sun-warmed tomatoes, fresh basil, and olive oil were the simple and humble ingredients that made every bite of flatbread oh-so delicious. Today, there may not be any Italian house-wives hand-crushing tomatoes in the kitchen, but the commitment to providing delicious food that's hand-crafted from the finest ingredients has never changed. At the center of the kitchen is the wood-fired oven that cooks at a searing 850-degrees. From it emerge fresh and fabulous pizzas like Grandma's smashed meatball with fresh mozzarella and tomato sauce, the Prato burrata with hot honey and roasted pistachios, and the street fair with sausage, peppers, and a red sauce. Heartier appetites might be tempted by the braised pork shank with rosemary fried polenta cakes, the scallop caponata, or the Tuscan chicken scarpiello. Shareable appetizers, their crave-worthy wood-fired tossed wings, and home-made pastas like tortolloni lasagna and zucchini linguini are also on the menu. Pair your meal with a craft cocktail, a cold beer or a glass of wine, or ask about the refreshing frozen sangria. Dine inside in the charming dining room or score a seat out on the magnificent patio, and enjoy a rustic Italian meal inspired by some of Italy's finest culinary creations! Please note: Be sure to check out daily specials like Happy Hour from 4-7 p.m. weekdays, and weekly specials like Taco Tuesdays with taco specials in the evening, Ladies Night on Thursday evenings, and bottomless brunch on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.