Innovative international cuisine, lively music, and a funky, hip decor define this popular Golden Mile restaurant. Chiles and spices highlight the sizzling menu. Soy-braised lamb, bruschetta of wild mushrooms with char-grilled radicchio and endive, and pan-fried halibut are among the exciting and eclectic entrees. Chocolate pot au crème is a winner on the dessert menu. The wine list features Canadian and Mexican vintages.

This sophisticated favorite offers a cool modern decor styled with lemon and burgundy furnishings and soft lighting. Sumptuous appetizers include lobster ravioli and the international menu offers entrees that combine hints of Irish, British, Pacific Rim, and North American cuisine. Sample Thai-style carpaccio, peppered venison with creamed artichokes, shiitake mushrooms and jus of lemon grass, or crisped salmon with couscous.

Sophisticated and energetic, this city center brasserie is popular with celebrities in the worlds of fashion, show business, sports, media, politics and business. The cosmopolitan menu includes pasta carbonnara, Thai fish cakes, risotto of scallops, smoked salmon and clonakilty black pudding.