Bistro Aix

Bistro Aix in San Marco is, in my humble opinion, one of the best restaurants in North Florida. Even Emeril Lagasse chose to dine there recently when he was in town. There's always a lively, well-heeled crowd sipping specialty martinis at the glowing bar. The Mediterranean menu features steak-frites, grilled Ahi, wood-fired pizzas and creative pastas. Last night I chose seared hake served over polenta with sugar snap peas and a red pepper coulis. It was deliciously fresh and light; perfect on a hot summer night. Hint: stop by the bakery on the way out for a fresh loaf of their yummy bread (and a macaroon or two!).