Coolinary

A small, ambitious kitchen turning out creative New American plates, Southern, Latin, and Asian touches on seasonal local ingredients, that punch well above the strip-mall setting (it's Michelin Recommended). The chicken and waffles, Singapore-style octopus, and the Wagyu and flap-steak specials are the dinner draws; the happy-hour smash burger is the smart, lower-key entry point. The open kitchen and refined-but-unfussy room make it good for a date or a meal with someone who pays attention to the food. Reserve via Resy; the cooking is the whole point here.