If you had to distill Sal's Italian Ristorante's philosophy into one word, it would be "freedom." Diners certainly have free rein over their pizzas: the build-your-own, selecting from a long list of toppings that includes pineapple, bacon, and roasted red peppers, as well as more unusual ingredients like arugula, clams, and gorgonzola. For those who like to leave the flavor profiles to the chefs, there are several different gourmet pizzas made with pre-approved topping combinations. Favorites include the midtown pizza with meatballs, ricotta cheese, mozzarella, and tomato sauce.

Of course, pizza is only the beginning of what the Italian eatery has to offer. Dishes range from classic pastas, like fettuccine alfredo, to upscale entrees like salmon bruschetta, with fresh grilled salmon resting on a mix of diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, and balsamic olive oil.