Trendy, hip, and gleaming with polished woods, Azalea serves an eclectic cuisine that features Asian, Southwestern, and Italian influences. Get an introduction with a whole sizzling catfish appetizer, fileted tableside with a flourish. Afterwards, sample seared Hawaiian snapper with potato-broccoli casserole, slow-braised lamb rib rack, or one of the gourmet pizzas or savory pastas. Outdoor dining available.

HISTORIC CRESCENT HILL. Its decor suitably chunky and appealing, Porcini mesmerizes folks with delicious northern Italian cuisine. Autumnal colors and brick accents surround diners as they tuck into grilled veal chops, New York strip steaks, pizzas, seafood capellini, and a classic linguine with white clam sauce. The wine list is international in scope, and after-dinner drinks include ports, grappas, cognacs, and more. The bar promotes sociable encounters, and the outdoor patio is a warm-weather favorite with its own menu.

If you love fantastic Italian cuisine, make your way to this classy establishment for excellent meat dishes and tasty pastas. The elegant, romantic interior in what was once a bank features traditional paintings and comfortable leather chairs. The menu boasts temptations like swordfish with crushed olives and capers, several varieties of veal scaloppine, roasted rack of lamb, and spagetti with lobster and asparagus. There's also an excellent wine list. Business dress suggested.