Although my first visit, shortly after the restaurant opened, was somewhat disappointing, several more recent meals indicate that things are most definitely on the way up here. The opening Parker House rolls are excellent, as were first courses of shrimps in a porcini-rich mushroom sauce; Parmesan filled raviolis in tomato and olive oil; and zucchini stuffed with minced lamb. As main courses we were very pleased with the rich and luxurious lamb casserole, the plump and flavorful house pork and cheese based sausages served with steamed red cabbage and potato puree; and a portion of clamari on a bed of goat's milk yoghurt. Excellent service, a good wine list and often exciting dishes make this a place well worth visiting. Monday - Saturday, 19:00 - 24:00.

The very best first course offered is of a "salad" of chopped beef and lamb served with Swiss chard and pine nuts. Other very good mezes include Greek tzadziki; eggplant in pine nuts and a spicy tomato sauce; sweet grilled peppers in a garlic and thyme vinaigrette; Syrian style cabbage and celery with sun-dried tomatoes; and another eggplant dish, this one done Moroccan style with pickled lemons and the grilled chalumi-like Greek cheese. As main courses consider the splendid offering of young pigeons filled with the internal parts of beef and mutton along with coarse wheat, pine nuts and lightly hot tomato sauce, all coated with a rich brown sauce and then being baked until the meat was virtually falling off the bones. All of the meat dishes here are worth trying but keep in mind that Pini's true specialty is in the preparation of offal meats. Service is pleasant and responsive if not somewhat naïve but the wine list is weak so do not hestitate to bring your own special bottle. Portions are generous and prices are moderate. Open daily 09:00 - 01:00.