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7am-9pm Mon-
Thu, to 10pm Fri, 8am-10pm Sat, to 9pm Sun; )
Big Sky is a big room, and still the wait can be long - its tagline is 'analog food for a digit-
al world.' Vegetarians have almost as many options as carnivores, and many of the in-
gredients are sourced locally. Big-plate dinners can be a bit bland, but breakfast (served
until 1pm daily) gets top marks.
Luna Red
FUSION
mains $20-39; 11am-9pm Mon-Wed, to 11:30pm Thu-Fri, 9:30am-11:30pm Sat, to 9pm Sun; )
Local bounty from the land and sea, artisan cheeses and farmers-market produce pervade
the chef's Californian, Asian and Mediterranean small-plates menu. Cocktails and glowing
lanterns enhance a sophisticated ambience indoors, or linger over brunch on the mission-
view garden patio. Reservations recommended.
Novo
FUSION
11am-9pm Mon-Thu, to 1am Fri & Sat, 10am-9pm Sun)
Novo spins out hit-and-miss European, Latin and Asian-inspired tapas, but with an artistic
eye towards presentation. Pick from dozens of international beers, wines or sakes, then sa-
vor the view from tables on the creekside deck. Reservations essential.
Sidecar
CALIFORNIAN
11am-10pm Mon-Fri, from 10am Sat & Sun)
A long saloon-style bar where locals mingle with serious cocktails, and a casual Californi-
an menu - try the fried brussel sprouts or the signature house burger with smoked mozza-
rella - make this downtown eatery a social spot.
Drinking & Nightlife
Downtown, Higuera St is littered with college-student-jammed bars.
