Boka is like the kid in high school who was not only the quarterback and star of the musicals but you couldn't hate him because he was also a great guy. Boka does it all and excellently. Four consecutive Michelin Stars, Best New Chef and Pastry Chef awards and an extensive redesign attract a conga line of curious diners old and new. Chef/Partner Lee Wolen has his way with seasonal American cuisine elevating even a pedestrian veg - heirloom carrots with sesame, buttermilk and dates - as to stagger the taste buds. So imagine what he does with Whole Roasted Dry Aged Duck for two or seared monkfish accompanied by cauliflower, apple and smoked trout roe for a salty, tart, umami ride. Don't miss arresting, right-sized desserts that won't make you groan but glad. Service is impeccable and you'll leave with a "everything is beautiful" feeling despite the steep tab.