Thalia

Posttheater folk and neighborhood nightcrawlers converge in this dramatic 5,000-square-foot space named for the muse of comedy. But executive chef Patrick Frawley doesn’t joke around with his menu: Subtly inventive seasonal creations offer something for everyone. He makes a “jerked” Florida grouper with chipotle sauce; a seared duck breast with Asian vegetables and even steak frites. There’s also a raw bar—so come on out of your shell.