Salvatore "Sam" Garozzo, the congenial nephew of restaurateur Mike Garozzo, took over this Independence location formerly run by his uncle and father. A comfortable, intimate trattoria, Sam’s place offers a few signature items, including a garlic-broiled Tuscan filet and thin-crust St. Louis-style pizza as well as excellent salads, veal dishes and five variations on the broiled chicken innovation known as spiedini. The most decadent dish on the menu is a hunk of beef tenderloin stuffed with lobster in a white wine sauce. But for big eaters on a budget, there’s a hefty Three-Way Pasta loaded with ravioli, spaghetti and mostaccioli topped with a fat meatball or Italian sausage. — Charles Ferruzza
Price: $$
Payment Type: All Major Credit Cards, cash
Parking: Lot Available
Reservations: Accepted, Recommended for Large Parties, Not Necessary
Attire: casual
Extra Info: children's menu available
