October 1, 2009

Clio Boston

James Beard Foundation award-winning chef serves serious French food with all the fixins and flair. If you’re looking for a drink you’ll dream about, try the Enter the Dragon martini (oh. my. god.). The fancy spot is right in The Eliot Hotel and is attached to sister resto Uni, a sashimi bar.

  Back Bay, Food & Drink, Breakfast, Celebrity Chef

September 24, 2009

Oliverio Los Angeles

It had you at poolside. But the recently revamped indoor-outdoor trattoria at the Avalon Hotel has chef Mirko Paderno to get you, too.

  Beverly Hills, Food & Drink, Hotel Restaurant, Poolside Dining

September 8, 2009

Hotel Griffou New York

Old world is the new downtown feel. Leather banquettes, gold-framed paintings, and soft light from chandeliers call for stuffed lobster tails with brown butter veloute and steak tartare with a fried quail egg. Cocktails obligatory: Try the Trophy Wife.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Exclusive

September 8, 2009

Canteen San Francisco

  Tendernob, Food & Drink, Charmer, Hotel Restaurant

September 8, 2009

Indigo London

Relaxed and informal, this mezzanine-level restaurant overlooks the hotel lobby, making it the perfect spot for people-watching. The modern European menu is popular for pre- and posttheatre dinners, as well as weekend brunch.

  Covent Garden, Food & Drink, Brunch, Hotel Restaurant

September 8, 2009

China Tang London

Sir David Tang creates a rigorously authentic Chinese experience with its menu of classic specialties and all-day dim sum. To add to the experience, the lavish themed dining room at The Dorchester is outfitted with deco mirrored paneling and chinoiserie.

  West End, Food & Drink, Hotel Restaurant, Lunch Spot

September 8, 2009

Stir Martini + Raw Bar Seattle

A chic-urban spot to light up your board. Hit the fiber-optic ice bar for a martini poured fresh from an ice-encrusted tap, then order a plate of poke, sushi, oysters, or tartare.

  City Center North, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Hotel Bar