Jolene

The white brick-front building, a color palette of warm creams and browns, a neon sign advertising the world's greatest cup of coffee...Jolene has all the trappings of a casual neighborhood favorite. It's not just looks that lean American bistro; the compact menu spans the classics from smoked trout to chicken Milanese. The dishes are straightforward with focused flavors and good-sized portions. Filled with a soupçon of Boursin cheese, served with a hearty side salad of watercress and frisee in a house-made vinaigrette and sided by a thick slice of toasted country sourdough, the perfectly fluffy omelet is a good choice any time of day. There is only one dessert to be had, but the olive oil cake finished with fresh strawberry jam doesn't miss a beat.