The expansion of the highly-regarded San Francisco pinseria Montesacro Pinseria Romana to New York has been sweeping the local headlines. Below are four stories highlighting the move by owner Gianluca Legrottaglie to open a new location on the East Coast!

Prominent Roman chef bringing authentic Italian cuisine to Brooklyn:

Eater NY

Legrottaglie making homecoming with second Pinseria location with original team:

Free Williamsburg

Popular California-based Italian restaurant opens new location in former home of popular 2000s meeting spot in Brooklyn:

Brownstoner

Anchored by delicious Antipastas and Pinsas, Williamsburg’s new Montesacro delivers Roman treats:

Gothamist