CoCo Pazzo

Diners who have tried the herb-seasoned grilled lamb leg praise its tenderness—the fork slips in easily—and the herbs that bring out the meat’s savoury flavour. The accompanying potatoes also drew appreciation. It is a dish to keep in mind as a possible centrepiece for dinner at CoCo Pazzo.

Chicken liver and mushroom pâté is a tempting antipasto to enjoy alongside it. One diner found it paired well with wine, making it a good choice for an evening of sharing small plates over a glass. The menu also includes mushroom salad and fried mozzarella, offering a choice between something fresh and a plate of cheese. Some diners have enjoyed the salad’s clean flavour and the taste of the mushrooms; it could make a welcome change of pace between richer dishes.

Diners who came for the pasta have praised its al dente texture and the tomato-sauce spaghetti. Other menu options include carrettiera, fusilli with mushroom sauce and a tomato sauce generously filled with seafood. There are plenty of choices for a pasta-centred meal, as well as for a dinner built around meat.

This Italian restaurant is in Higashisuginomiyacho, Ichijoji, and reservations are recommended for dinner. With a wide selection of wines, it suits a leisurely meal spent putting together a combination of antipasti, pasta and a main course to your taste.