BEST DOWNTOWN DINING

Saputo’s Italian Restaurant

801 East Monroe St., 544-2523

What do you say about a restaurant that is voted Best of Springfield year after year? Well, we say that if you have not dined at Saputo’s Italian Restaurant than you are missing out on a Springfield staple. Saputo’s, which has operated for nearly 65 years, is a family-owned and operated establishment that offers tasty Italian dishes passed down for several generations. Saputo’s is best known for its baked pasta dishes as well as its friendly and knowledgeable staff. We recommend the lasagna, which is loaded with gooey mozzarella, also the pizza and the special house dressing for your salad.

Runner-up: Maldaner’s