Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar, Sacramento

Every day, fish are plucked from the ocean and delivered straight to the door of Scott's Seafood Folsom. They may fly hundreds of miles to get there, but that's just the first leg of the journey. Once in the kitchen, the fish are seasoned, grilled, fried, and poached by chefs who are known for their creative streak. Some of their more innovative preparations include oysters topped with creamed spinach and Pernod, but they can also fry a beer-battered cod with the best of them. The bartenders are no slouches, either; their extensive drink menu includes wines from local vineyards, microbrews, and dessert drinks.