Located within the Ritz-Carlton, Bistro 24 serves classic dishes such as steak au poivre and grilled seafood such as butter-poached halibut. The restaurant is spacious and unpretentious with colorful murals and an outdoor patio, and the service is impeccable. Come for happy hour for half-priced martinis and appetizers.

Bistro 24 Information:

• French bistro menu. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch. Bar. Children’s menu. Business casual attire. Reservations recommended. Valet parking. Outdoor seating.