Have I told you I love Frankie’s? I think I did here. I tried this shortly after I read that  we tried it a couple after reading that NYT food critic Sam Sifton’s best meal on the job was there. This time I actually had a chance to take mediocre photos of and so I have to share.

Braised Octopus with Dandelion Greens & Castelvetrano Vinaigrette

This is perfection.

Duck liver pate and arugula salad.

They were out of our favorite liver crostini  and the waiter suggested this.

It was definitely not a disappointment.

Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Lemon & Castelrosso

I have yet to figure out how they make this, but I will replicate it soon. Promise.

My platter of appetizers.

House-made Cavatelli with Faiccos Hot Sausage & Browned Sage Butter.

This dish needs to win an award.

Full serving of cavatelli.

Meatballs. Very tender and juicy, but the raisins threw me off.