Lucca

The long, narrow space, with its exposed brick walls and open kitchen, brings that edgy what's-old-is-new appeal. More important is the where-it's-at vibe. Lucca is a downtown head-turning hot spot that attracts a stylish urban crowd. The menu changes often, but expect northern Italian-influenced food, starring the likes of gnocchi, risotto and polenta. A cheese cave houses artisan cheeses from Europe and the U.S.

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