Wicked Jane

Chef Zod Arifai's tenet of clean, unmasked cooking comes to life at this correspondingly simple yet well-mannered spot. Split between a more casual front room featuring an ample bar along with vibrant purple banquettes, and a more intimate back section with more generously spaced tables clad in white linen—you’ll find gracious, attentive service on either side, particularly when it comes to wine. A tasting menu of contemporary plates keeps a seasonal theme: gently cooked blackfish is paired with a rich miso butter and savoy cabbage, and crisp-skinned duck breast is matched with a butternut squash puree and spiced berry sauce. The check might arrive in a Black Sabbath or David Bowie CD case, in keeping with the place’s eclectic playlist.