Photograph: Alex Krauss
Don't skip dessert: here, the French classics are done right, with a gorgeous, crackling crème brulee and dark chocolate mousse served with chantilly cream. It's all very romantic—and why wouldn't it be, in the intimate room of just 12 tables? Chez Fifi is named for Firouzeh Foulquier, the mother of the brothers who run the place, and while it doesn't feel like home, necessarily, it's a lovely little place to stay awhile. After all, you scored the reservation—and it'll take a while to get another—so you'll want to make it last.
The vibe: Folks who can afford a $78 roast chicken or have an assistant who can nab a table, plus foodies who simply must try the hottest table.
The food: Elegant charcuterie, bistro classics like steak frites and an omelette and French desserts that are worth the wait.
The drink: Espresso martinis served with ladyfingers, rhubarb sours and other elevated twists on classic cocktails.
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