Chef Carrie Nahabadian cooked at the Four Seasons Beverly Hills before opening her own River North spot, NAHA, where she merges her Armenian background with her California training. The result is a luscious Mediterranean-like blend of flavors in creative dishes such as sea scallops with grapefruit, bass with olive oil-poached tomatoes, and roast pheasant with grilled asparagus. The sleek, sophisticated décor and attentive service vault NAHA above area competitors.

NAHA Information:

• American menu. Lunch, dinner. Closed Sun; holidays. Bar. Business casual attire. Reservations recommended. Valet parking. Outdoor seating.