Summary: A gem for Italian cuisine and fine wines.
Fausto stands out in Brooklyn for its sophisticated take on Italian cuisine, emphasizing seasonal ingredients and a notable wine selection. With a sleek, modern interior that includes a marble bar and Venetian-plastered walls, Fausto provides an upscale dining atmosphere. The restaurant is a labor of love from sommelier Joe Campanale and chef Erin Shambura, who have transformed the former space into a destination for food enthusiasts. The menu features standout pasta dishes like whole-wheat bigoli with duck ragù and spicy capellini neri with rock shrimp, as well as a selection of antipasti, including irresistible arancini. Seafood options impress as well, and meals are perfectly concluded with a choice of gelato or sorbet. Alongside the food, Fausto's focus on Italian wine, with options ranging from biodynamic to reserve, ensures that each meal is paired with the perfect glass.