Of the thousands of restaurants in New York City, very few withstand the tests of time—and only one can lay claim to being Frank Sinatra’s favorite. And where Frank went, his friends followed—from close pals such as Tony Bennett and fellow Rat Packers Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. to the show-biz colleagues they brought in. Established nearly 60 years ago, Patsy’s has long been a celebrity favorite and a New York institution. Why? Great food, family friendliness, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve come home. And the fare is the classic southern Italian cuisine that’s become America’s comfort food. Check out the recipe for Frank Sinatra’s veal cutlets milanese from “Patsy’s Cookbook,” below.
Sal Scognamillo is the third-generation executive chef of Patsy’s restaurant, still at its only location at 236 West 56th Street in New York City. This recipe, a favorite of Patsy’s regular Frank Sinatra, can be found in the best-selling Patsy’s Cookbook: Classic Italian Recipes From A New York City Landmark Restaurant.Recipes, Patsy’s packaged pasta sauces and foods can be found at www.patsys.com.