6TH STREET. This elegant restaurant features classical Spanish cuisine, with a fusion of Mediterranean and European tastes. Choices might include Valencian paella, risottos, and bouillabaisse. Extensive wine list and excellent desserts. After dinner, head for the sophisticated cigar room that boasts a nice selection of single-malt whiskeys and premium brandies. Located in the historic Littlefield Building.

WAREHOUSE DISTRICT. This sophisticated wine and tapas bar offers a cozy atmosphere with hardwood floors and intimate tables overlooking a lovely courtyard. It's a great place for meeting up with friends or colleagues and sharing a few savory dishes from the scrumptious menu. Try garlic-sauteed shrimp, grilled sea scallops, crawfish cakes, fried chicken ravioli, and salmon marinated in adobo sauce. A variety of wines is available by the bottle or glass, along with a handful of specialty drinks. Live jazz is an added occasional perk.

WAREHOUSE DISTRICT. Saba Blue Water Café capitalizes on an island theme, not only with its attractive, tropical decor but with a lively menu of Caribbean, Yucatan, and Pacific Rim tapas. Items to try include unusual shrimp chips, crispy veggie spring rolls, and light, tender fried calamari with a Cajun dipping sauce. They also offer an eclectic variety of main dishes, such as Spanish paella and stacked shrimp enchiladas. If you're looking for a relaxing experience, get to Saba early because after 9pm, the scene turns decidedly nightclub-ish.