Bistro Chloe Élan, Ada

Bistro Chloe Élan mirrors the cultural melting pot of America itself—and the result is a mélange of regional dishes from around the country and the globe. New chef Ryan Bolhuis came to the restaurant with all the inspiration he could carry from New York City, where he trained at The French Culinary Institute before making his work known in the kitchens of highly rated Nobu Fifty Seven and Michelin-starred The Modern.

Bolhuis' menu is built on a foundation on proteins that include Artic char, scallops, and beef filet, each arranged beneath a colorful explosion of seasonings and garnishes. Shareable small plates allow diners to compare notes on lime-scented shrimp ssam, and large plates pile truffle mashed potatoes atop cuts of grilled bison strip loin. Not only do these dishes pair with an eclectic wine list, but they're also served in a space that, like an evening gown sewn from a burlap sack, seamlessly blends rustic and elegant notes. In the main dining room, bare light and dark wood tables sit beneath hanging geometric light fixtures, and the restaurant's other venues offer equally modern accents, both indoors and out.