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The conceit for this American Nouveau place is Southern manor dining. The room, whose centerpiece is a large crystal chandelier, resembles a New Orleans mansion: Walls are decorated with blown up etchings of ornate side entrances to European country mansions, and the rear wall displays a blown-up etching of a garden scene. While the younger crowd may not appreciate the formal style, it’s unlikely that anyone will object to the food, which is expertly prepared. Preparations are calculated and flavors are often piquant: A roasted fig is stuffed with blue cheese and served with strips of prosciutto. In the Kataifi Shrimp, the light and crisp outer pastry is delicately wound around remarkably tender pan-fried meat. A peach-poblano chutney tops a pan-seared Berkshire pork chop, and chili-crusted salmon comes with a zesty citrus vinaigrette. For those looking to venture beyond pecan pie, the rich and spicy Mexican Chocolate tart is a winner. — Rob Fischer

Mon-Fri; 2:30pm-4pm

Crispy Kataifi shrimp, $12; pan-seared Berkshire pork chop, $22; chili-crusted organic salmon, $24

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