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This buzzy neighborhood spot has no shortage of admirers, and it's not hard to see why, between the friendly, down-to-earth service, thoughtful bar program, and satisfying, lively cooking. The small menu of seafood-centric offerings changes frequently, but bold, punchy flavors are a consistent element. Guests are liable to start with raw items like oysters on the half shell, paired with fermented hot sauce made from red jalapeño, or hiramasa, dry aged in house and served with a passionfruit aguachile and cantaloupe. More substantial options might include seared Hokkaido scallops with coconut, fregola, and kuri squash, or house-made pasta like tagliolini with a Humboldt squid "bolognese," herbed ricotta, and Taggiasca olives.