Bar Mezzana

Chef Colin Lynch, a Barbara Lynch protege, whips up straightforward coastal Italian fare. The ever-changing crudo menu offers a lighter counterpoint to the house-made pastas on offer. Other crowd favorites include crostinis (grilled Iggy’s bread topped with everything from smoked whitefish to Spanish octopus), homemade mozzarella, and chicken under a brick. You’d expect a strong wine and cocktail list at a spot like this—and Bar Mezzana delivers—but another surprise is the well-curated beer list, perfect for a quick after-work stopover.