Troquet owners Chris and Diane Campbell take their wine and food-pairing skills seriously. So it’s no surprise that this bistro wine bar boasts one of the most comprehensive lists in the city—just be prepared to pay to play, as many of the bottles carry a three-digit price tag. The atmosphere is sophisticated yet understated, with impressive views of Boston Common and the State House. In contrast with the exhaustive wine list, chef Scott Hebert’s food menu appears pleasantly limited, offering light dishes like East Coast halibut with lobster succotash and more substantial entrées such as pan-roasted rib steak with root vegetables and potato purée. If there’s any confusion as to which wine should accompany your dish of choice, suggestions are provided next to each menu item (and a knowledgeable waitstaff serves as a great back-up). A newly installed desserterie on the lower level is a relaxing spot to sample a smattering of creative sweet plates like the delicately crunchy milk chocolate mille feuille drizzled with a rum-and-honey reduction sauce. And, of course, there’s a nice selection of dessert wines to match.

Troquet Information:

• Contemporary American, French menu. Dinner. Closed Sunday-Monday