Dennis Leary was at the forefront of a trend when he opened this fine-dining diner in 2004. He?d just come off a stint at the now-closed Rubicon and wanted a place where he could control all aspects of the experience. He landed in a tiny space with stools (recently remodeled to add backs) along a counter and a few tables along the wall, lined with shelves of his favorite books. His menu -- four appetizers, main courses and desserts -- changes weekly, but might include polenta soup with rabbit confit; guinea hen with apple puree; sauerkraut and bacon; and gingerbread with caramelized pineapple.

 
Specialties: Weekly changing menu (he?ll hit his 300th this year); vanilla souffle always available.

Hours

Brunch 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday; lunch 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday-Friday; dinner 6-10 p.m. Tues.-Sat.

Cuisines

• American
• California
• French

Features

• Beer and wine
• Corkage ($10)
• Credit Cards: Accepted
• Parking: Difficult
• Parking: Street
• Seating (22)