"At Parcelles, you’ll get both charm and sophistication from a daily-changing menu of French classics done up with clever touches. Expect dishes like chou farci, or stuffed cabbage, filled with minced pork, foie gras, and flecks of pistachios. And if the starter of slightly seared escargot-style scallops topped with thin guanciale slices is on the menu, order it. While this Le Marais spot is white tablecloth territory, it somehow feels fun and fresh. In other words, get here for a long lunch, or anytime you need a fancy-ish meal and want to show up in sneakers and jeans without anyone telling you to beat it." - sara lieberman, lindsey tramuta