5% Cash Back at B V Tuscany

Owners Benny and Vicky Balidemaj have affixed their initials and personal stamp of excellence to all that is BV Tuscany. Happily, it is the restaurant's customers who reap the benefits - in terms of design, cuisine and hospitality. So don't be surprised if Vicky seats you herself, while Benny sends over a glass of homemade grappa to ensure you feel completely welcome. As part-owner of Nino's Tuscany in Manhattan, Benny became enamored with all things Tuscan, which led him to feature the food, wine and ambiance of this region at his bistro in Teaneck. Bold, cheery tiles light up the dining room, where terra cotta-colored walls display Tuscan landscapes and well-stocked racks of wine. It's a warm, intimate backdrop that lends itself perfectly to the enjoyment of a menu that plays out as something akin to a poetic ode to traditional - and wonderfully simple - Tuscan cuisine. Thus, expect homemade focaccia and breadsticks paired with marvelous appetizers, soups, salads and entrees. To start, the Lamb Meatballs are a favorite, as are the Wild Boar Sausage with broccoli rabe, and Jumbo Shrimp with cannellini beans. After that, homemade Pastas await (Gnocchi in Gorgonzola Sauce, Pappardelle with Filet Mignon Meatballs), as do outstanding veal, chicken, pork, lamb, cornish hen, Angus steak, and seafood options. In addition to house-made grappas, look for a fine selection of wines. BV Tuscany seats 50 diners in its cozy dining room, while outdoor seating is available during warm-weather months. Meanwhile, central to the restaurant is a top-shelf bar where guests are invited to enjoy cocktails or indulge in an espresso with dessert.