High-quality veal makes any of the scallopine options a good bet. But the dish, accented with a splash or two of olive oil, is terrific. Sauteed mussels are a good bet in white or red sauce. Fresh artichoke salad, which uses barely cooked baby artichokes, has more of those coarse parmesan chunks and a somewhat too-vinegary dressing. So too is the tarfufo, a ball of rich bittersweet-chocolate gelato rolled in chunks of chocolate candy.
Waiters vary widely in terms of sophistication, but all servers are friendly and helpful.
The wine list is mostly Italian and offers a broad selection and good values. Barely 7 months old, Ristorante Due Mondi is doing impressive work in an unimpressive location. Not everything is clicking just yet, but already this place is worth seeking out. Ristorante Due Mondi 3811 N. Harlem Ave. Afghani African Amer.