We should have thought of this earlier. kestrel just started a "Restaurants?" thread in the dailyheights forums. Quick takes so far: Tavern on Dean,Tom’s Diner, Cafe Shane, Carls Place, "The fancy Italian place on Vanderbilt" (Aliseo), George’s (The Usual), Soda, New Prospect Cafe, City Lighting, La Gamin…
Go sound off. Pull no punches. Drew wouldn’t.