J. Alexander's

Thanks to subdued lighting and private seating areas, J. Alexander's is ideal if you want time alone with someone special or just need to maintain focus for a business dinner. The upscale chain offers a range of dishes, most of which are homemade. If your appetite's light, the fresh fish sandwich, dressed with rémoulade, is a good bet, and burgers are unfailingly good. Other considerations include grilled fresh fish, baby back ribs, luscious prime rib, and flavorful, generous pasta dishes. Wines by the bottle and the glass also available.