There are a million words to describe this Claude Lane jewel but, honestly, just one will suffice: sexy! Tucked in a clandestine little alley with just a few sidewalk tables to give her away, Gitane-French for "gypsy woman" and also a brand of cigarettes-may have a Gallic name but the reference stops there. This is an exotic hideaway. Wrought-iron chandeliers and red lamps cast a dim light on mirrored walls, which reflect rich textiles and cushioned banquettes. Sound sultry? The cuisine is equally seductive. You'll salivate for Catalan-style flatbread with cilantro, caramelized onions, and merguez sausage; flaky pan-seared opah with herbed yogurt and seasoned chickpea stew; and a chicken tagine with green olives, almonds, and saffron-tomato broth.