Locanda Vini e Olii opened as a restaurant in 2001, after months of renovating a charming, old neighborhood pharmacy space dated back to 1896. The interior contains much of the original woodwork, cabinetry, and ceilings of the pharmacy. The kitchen is run by owner/chef Michele Baldacci, a native of Florence. He puts out some of the most authentic Tuscan cuisine in NY, with dishes that Tuscans have been cooking and eating for generations. Come get a true taste of Italy right here in BK.