"Hogsalt, the owners of Au Cheval, are known for dimly lit restaurants. And Bavette’s seductive lighting, marble-topped tables, cozy red-leather booths, and gilt-edged mirrors are an entire mood. That vibe calls for rich bone marrow, dry-aged steaks, and one of the extravagant seafood towers, all washed down by a bottle or two from the extensive wine list. Finish the decadent evening with an Old Fashioned and a giant slice of carrot cake." - Lisa Shames, Samantha Nelson