To celebrate the grand opening of Baci (the Italian word for ‘kisses’) Ristorante, an open-air party for family and friends showcased the amenities offered by the full-service restaurant and cocktail lounge.

The spankin’ new dining spot at 1657 Richmond Rd. in Dongan Hills — the former home of Mario’s — is the brainchild of Alessandro (Alex) Borgognone of Chumley’s, an original Prohibition-era speakeasy, and Sushi Nakazawa, a popular, upscale Japanese sushi eatery, both in Manhattan.