Sociale is perfect for an intimate rendezvous. A discreet awning marks the spot and a brick path transports you to this sunny, bucolic sanctuary. Inside, find a comfortable room decked with framed photos on buttery yellow walls. The cozy bar is lovely for a sip of sparkling prosecco. Seating in the heated courtyard patio is coveted, so make sure to book ahead, Chef Tia Harrison looks to Northern Italy for inspiration in starters like duck meatballs with dried cherry sugo, that are perfect to share. But if you dine like an Italian, pastas like homemade pappardelle tossed with braised duck and laced with porcini mushrooms may serve as a primer before pan-seared petrale sole stuffed with shrimp and served atop fingerling potatoes in a chive-beurre blanc sauce.