Fodor's Expert Review 12th Avenue Grill

A local favorite since the doors opened, this award-winning American brasserie from chef-owner Kevin Hanney keeps surprising loyalists with an expanding menu and lively bar scene. The longtime favorite grilled pork chop is joined on the menu by other excellent meat and fish dishes and beautifully prepared soups, salads, and small plates. The specials are always excellent, as are the desserts. The handcrafted cocktails here are especially inventive, and they pair well with a variety of appetizers when you can't decide what to try. Sharing is a smart decision here, since you'll have a hard time selecting just one item.