1. Frasca Food and Wine
What is it? Dishes inspired by northern Italy’s Friuli region graces the white tablecloths at this rustically elegant space where the only thing more impeccable than the wine list is the service.
Why go: To indulge. This is not everyday food, and the owners—the head chef and master sommelier, who met working at the French Laundry—have resumes peppered with the most prestigious awards in the industry (think: James Beard Foundation). Treat your table (bill be damned) with the Friulano Tradizionale tasting menu.
Price: Blowout