Cyrano's wants you to get comfortable; after all, you could be there all night. With plenty of wine and food available, comfy quarters and a Parisian cabaret club downstairs (otherwise known as Cafe Simone) that features live jazz and cabaret music, you might not want to find your way home. So get lost among the bright, primary colors, settle into a leather chair or plush booth—lined with throw pillows for maximum comfort—and let your friendly server be your guide.

The modern French menu offers starters like escargot and lobster bisque. Pair the pre-meal glass, or bottle, of wine with les fromages, a six-cheese decked platter served with grapes and walnut bread. No matter where you start, the average appetizer costs less than $14.

If the idea of sampling appeals to your adventurous side, try the degustation menu, featuring a selection of traditional French bistro favorites in three to seven course options ($27-$55). Hop from chilled lobster, grilled prosciutto and steamed mussel mariniere to frog legs and grilled salmon with ease. There's even a charcuterie plate and duck salad. Delicious sweets like a chocolate petit pot and a French vanilla crepe end the elaborate food parade.

Each dish on the degustation menu is available a la carte along with other single-course options. Try the rotisserie chicken or duck (the house specialty), roasted rabbit with summer corn cake or sauteed beef tenderloin braised short ribs with root vegetables. Entrees cost $15-$27.

Average cost: $21-$30

Centerstage Reviewer: Albrey Nuss