If all Italian food means to you is spaghetti and meatballs or penne alla vodka, then listen up. Traditional Italian cuisine has a rich history with so much to offer, and there are many restaurants waiting — one of which is right in Stony Brook’s backyard.

Two colleagues and I had the pleasure of dining at Pietro Cucina Italiana in Saint James. While there were a few minor issues, we had a wonderful meal that will keep us coming back for more.