Wabora, Boston

Stylish in red, black brick, and steel, Wabora's dining room woos its guests before they even sit down to eat. And when they do, they're greeted with an inviting, approachable menu of flavorful pan-Asian fare. The specialty here is sushi, which chefs layer with fresh salmon and tuna, avocado, and crown with the likes of scarlet caviar. When an evening calls for a meal that’s been simmered instead of rolled, fire chicken and tidy bento boxes holding multiple courses are winning options. For a frosty finish, there's also Sapporo beer and Hawaiian shaved ice for dessert.