Aziza - San Francisco, California

Many Moroccan restaurants play into the cliche with low tables and amateurish belly dancing, but Aziza has a sophisticated approach: Diners can choose a Western-style table, often tucked back into a romantic cubbyhole, or one of the more traditional dining rooms. Chef-owner Mourad Lahlou modernizes his native Moroccan cuisine, giving even the long-cooked dishes a fresh and organic perspective. Diners can order a la carte, although the five-course tasting menu is the best deal and shows off Lahlou's culinary talents.

In addition to being known for their authentic food, Aziza is also quickly gaining a following for their specialty cocktails,including the fleur de sel rimmed Almond Margarita, Balsamic Morocco Mary, and Cucumber Fresca Martini.

Levende Lounge - San Francisco, California

Trendy urbanites crowd this sexy restaurant and lounge. The room is dressed with overstuffed leather furniture, mahogany tables, amber lighting, and a ever-changing gallery of local creating an intimate setting despite the lounge’s size. Delicious cocktails like the Fresa (house-made berry infused vodka and fresh strawberries) or the Melon (rum with fresh honeydew) delight the senses. The fare is equally outstanding featuring a fusion of Nuevo Latino, Asian, and French cuisine. International DJs spin global music nightly. As it Midnight Nears, food service stops and the lounge takes on a clubbier vibe.

Sugar Cafe - San Francisco, California

During the day, patrons get their caffeine fix from fresh coffee roasted in-house daily. Once night falls, the establishment changes into an intimate lounge complete with custom lighting, film screenings and a nine-foot-wide fireplace for cozying up with a cocktail or glass of wine.

Luxe-leather lounge areas offer the perfect space to share a namesake "Decadent Dessert" such as chocolate espresso cake or rhubarb truffle. Don't miss the Espresso Butterscotch Martini, a blend of Stoli Vanilla, Kahlua and butterscotch liqueur.