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troquet To complement its modern French cuisine, this Theater District bistro boasts what is likely Boston's most impressive wine list. 140 Boylston St., 617-695-9463; troquetboston.com iTALiAN ArAgostA BAr And Bistro This Italian eatery is known for its terrace with views of Boston Harbor—in addition to its locally sourced Italian fare. 3 Battery Wharf, 617-994- 9001; aragostabistro.com coppA Tapas go Italian-style at this Shawmut hot spot specializing in pizzas, pastas, and charcuterie. 253 Shawmut Ave., 617-391- 0902; coppaboston.com dAnte Panoramic views of the Charles River and Boston skyline complement chef Dante de Magistris's ever-creative Italian cuisine. 40 Edwin H. Land Blvd., Cambridge, 617-497-4200; restaurantdante.com dAvio's An upscale Northern Italian steakhouse, Davio's is also home to one of Boston's most extensive wine lists. 75 Arlington St., 617-357- 4810; davios.com LuccA This sophisticated Northern Italian bistro in Boston's North End goes beyond the classics with a creative menu utilizing seasonal produce. 226 Hanover St., 617-742-9200; luccaboston.com riALto restAurAnt Chef Jody Adams crafts award-winning, Italian- inspired dishes from local ingredients at this Cambridge staple off of Boston's finest sake services, O Ya offers an extravagant, prix-fixe grand omakase tasting experience in its luxurious space in the Leather District. 9 East St., 617-654-9900; o-ya .restaurant/o-ya-boston tiger MAMA "Fresh," "spicy," and "earthy" describe the main flavor foci of Tiger Mama's Southeast Asian-inspired menu. 1363 Boylston St., 617-425-6262; tigermamaboston.com sTEAKHOUsEs ABe & Louie's Boston's uber-classic, comfortable steakhouse lives in the Back Bay. 793 Boylston St., 617-536-6300; abeandlouies.com Bokx 109 Enjoy steak and seafood to the tune of live music at this swanky American Prime restaurant at the Hotel Indigo. 399 Grove St., Newton, 617-454-3399; bokx109prime.com Boston chops This modern steakhouse, located in the South End, features high ceilings, wood- rich décor, and a nose-to-tail cooking philosophy. 1375 Washington St., 617-227-5011; bostonchops.com the cApitAL griLLe This Back Bay institution is the classic, go-to fine dining steakhouse in Boston. 900 Boylston St., 617-262-8900; thecapitalgrille.com griLL 23 & BAr This ever-elegant steakhouse is celebrated for its surf-and- turf specialities. 161 Berkeley St., 617-542-2255; grill23.com sMith And WoLLensky Visit any of this fine-dining steakhouse's many Boston locations for classic, Harvard Square. 1 Bennett St., Cambridge, 617-661- 5050; rialto-restaurant.com scAMpo Located in the chic lobby of the Liberty Hotel, Scampo is famous for sophisticated Italian cuisine (with culinary touches from the Mediterranean and Middle East) as well as its renowned "mozzarella bar." 15 Charles St., 617-536-2100; scampoboston.com soreLLinA Enjoy exceptional Italian cuisine in a subdued and elegant setting. 1 Huntington Ave., 617-412-4600; sorellinaboston.com AsiAN douzo Find fresh sushi and other Japanese fare at this lounge-like Back Bay restaurant. 131 Dartmouth St., 617-859-8886; douzosushi.com eMpire restAurAnt And Lounge With an already-beloved bar and lounge scene, Empire is a trendy and energetic Pan-Asian addition to the Seaport District. 1 Marina Park Dr., 617-295-0001; empireboston.com hAru Famous for its classic and inventive sushi rolls, in addition to other Japanese dishes, this sleek chain holds court at the Prudential Center. 55 Huntington Ave., 617-536-0770; harusushi.com hojoko A sophisticated sushi restaurant, Hojoko also focuses on craft beers and cocktails. 1271 Boylston St., 617-670-0507; hojoko boston.com o yA In addition to renowned, creative sushi and one of 60 bostoncommon-magazine.com scene The guide BCRF BOSTON HOT PINK PARTY Mark your calendars with a pink pen for Tuesday, May 17, 2016 when the Breast Cancer Research Foundation will be holding its annual Boston Hot Pink Party at the InterContinental Hotel. Karen and Rob Hale will receive this year's Humanitarian Award for their devout support of medical research. Dress to impress - Men in pink ties, Ladies in pink pumps. BostonHotPinkParty.org Mgreene@bcrfcure.org 646-497-2675