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Cosi Cucina

Cosi's

Traditionally known as one of the most authentic Italian restaurants in the area, with over 30 wines by the glass. Fresh bread and minestrone. According to their Website, it was once voted Best Italian Restaurant and Most Romantic Restaurant. Small and also near some other bars and trendy clubs.

Address: 1975 NW 86th St, Clive
Getting there: 2 blocks S of Hickman Rd
Hours: Tue-Thu 11AM-9:30PM, Fri 11AM-10:30PM, Sat noon-10:30PM, Sun 4PM-9:30PM
Price: $20
Website: cosicucina.com (opens in a new tab)

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