7. Parizade

We ate here for a Monday lunch because the options are thin for that day and time. But WOW. The food--a salmon special--was divine, the bread hearty and "real," and the wines by the glass, amazing. The menu was varied and creative, and the desserts amazing (esp if you like chocolate). The room is big and I would imagine noisy when full, but the decor is fun, the lighting and atmosphere funky and warm. We were taking two "foodies" to the airport, and they were very impressed. I will be honest that we chose this place for convenience, but loved it. An unexpected delight.