seconded. we have never had food that was less than excellent and the service has always been great here. this would be where i would schedule a dinner for a small group before a show if i wanted a full-service sit-down restaurant with a relaxing atmosphere

if i was looking for something more informal i would choose mr. crepe (see ron's link above). this has something for everyone, won't take a long time and is delicious. (note: if you've never been here before, you order and pay and get a number then sit down at your table and they will bring your order when it is done). this has a very cafe-feel to it.

i've been underwhelmed at kickass cupcakes (dry and small and overpriced)

we've been food poisoned at martsa (about a year ago, but still)

gargoyle's had great food and great service but there are more choices at orleans (and just slightly lower prices)

we've had great food at the italian place (possibly named 'al fresca') near kickass cupcakes. we were the only people there early on a weeknight.

diesel has dismal overpriced food and is always overcrowded but people seem to love it for its offbeat vibe despite these things.