Christini's

	Cuisine	NORTHERN ITALIAN
	Hours	Daily 6-11pm
	Address	7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd
	Location	International Drive Area
	Transportation	From I-4, take Exit 74A, Sand Lake Rd./Hwy. 528, west to Dr. Phillips Blvd., turn right, then left into the Marketplace Shopping Plaza
	Reservations	Reservations recommended
	Dress Code	Jackets suggested for men
	Phone	407/345-8770
	Web site	www.christinis.com
	Prices	Main courses $18-$45 (many under $27)
	Credit Cards	AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Insiders from the Universal Orlando/Hollywood set like to hang out in this "survivor" restaurant, which had its coming out in 1984. A tender broiled veal chop seasoned with sage and served with applesauce is one of the headliners. Other acts include pan-seared Chilean sea bass over shrimp-and-lobster risotto; jumbo shrimp flamed with brandy and vodka, then simmered in a spicy sauce and served with linguine; and a prosciutto-wrapped tuna filet sautéed in butter with shiitake and oyster mushrooms. The food is quite good, and the wine list is definitely a winner. Christini's is a little more formal than some tourists like. It's also a little pricey, and some diners feel the restaurant and its staff put on airs because of the studio crowd. But on a good night, you may see the stars.