Nikko, Tarrytown

Purple fluorescent lighting lends a modern chicness to Nikko Hibachi and Lounge's sleek leather chairs and cylindrical light fixtures. Read on to learn about the cuisine at this contemporary Japanese restaurant:

• Best way to start a meal: share an order of sliced octopus in ponzu sauce
• Types of sushi and sashimi available a la carte: 25, including king crab, salmon toro, and eel
• Specialty roll to try: the Autumn roll with spicy crab, salmon, and avocado
• Number of teriyaki entrées: six, including tofu, steak, and shrimp