In its 26th year, Benny's in Westbury is still doing exceedingly well. It earned four stars in 1995 and deserves them today, too.

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Benny's in Westbury. (March 26, 2013)

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Benny's comfortable dining area has a lived-in feel. Fans might say it has developed a patina, in yellow-gold with green accents. (March 23, 2013)

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The comfortable dining area has a lived-in feel. Fans might say it has developed a patina, in yellow-gold with green accents. (March 23, 2013)

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Benny's in Westbury features an intimate dining room that accommodates small and large parties, as well as a small bar for waiting parties. (March 23, 2013)

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Jose Sorto has been executive chef at Benny's for three years and has cooked for more than 20 years. (March 23, 2013)

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An appetizer of grilled sausage and broccoli rabe at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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An eggplant rollatini appetizer at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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Clams casino at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 26, 2013)

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Airy gnocchi accompany a savory, tender, zeppelin-size beef braciola in brown sauce at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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Veal Sorrentina, a breaded veal cutlet topped with prosciutto and mozzarella at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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Fettucini carbonara at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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Tri-color pasta with arugula, radicchio and endive at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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A braised veal shank served with pan jus and risotto at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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Rigatoni alla Pugliese, rigatoni with broccoli rabe and sweet sausage at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

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Apple pie, topped with ice cream at Benny's Ristorante in Westbury. (March 23, 2013)

 
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