Baoburg

Thai native Suchanan "Bao Bao" Aksornnan (Bar Boulud, Mercer Kitchen) retools French plates with Asian and Spanish flavors at this 20-stool spot. Off the cross-cultural menu, choose from dishes like roasted octopus with edamame and chipotle bernaise; baked cod with sushi-rice mushroom risotto; and seared duck ramen with poached daikon and shiitake mushrooms. The trim wine list features nine French and Spanish selections, while cocktails are of the brunch variety (mimosas, bellinis). Contrasting the fusion fare, the all-American digs are outfitted with mason-jar lights, sunflower-filled vases and a vintage apron.