Crying Tiger

Crying Tiger is the kind of place that makes a first date feel like an event. The jaw-dropping interior — think glowing chandeliers from a Bangkok metalwork artist, hand-glazed ceramic tile mosaics, and vibrant leather Pullman-style booths — gives you instant conversation starters, while the shareable Southeast Asian plates create natural moments of connection. Named one of the 21 Most Beautiful New Restaurants in America by Robb Report, it's bold, beautiful, and buzzy enough to keep any awkward silences at bay. Don't miss the Clay Pot Lobster Pad Thai or the Crying Tiger dessert.