UNIVERSITY CIRCLE. Located in a turn-of-the-century brownstone, the Baricelli Inn Restaurant has received wide acclaim for its fine European and American cuisine. Homemade pastas, sautéed veal tenderloin and sautéed duck are served in vibrant, beautifully appointed rooms. Garden dining is available in the summer. Chef Paul Manillo is well known for using local ingredients in innovative ways. Business attire. Reservations highly recommended.

A dedication to terrific food is the hallmark of this hip, intimate restaurant managed by chef /owner Karen Small. Basing her menu on fresh, seasonal offerings, Small courts diners with earthy, delicate combinations of ingredients that rely on techniques from Asia, America and Europe. A basket of savory breads initiates diners into the quality of the Fig's cuisine. Grilled veal tenderloin, crispy duck ravioli, penne with smoked chicken and Asian-barbecued pork provide a representation of what the menu may hold; all come with delectable side items as well. Rounding out the menu are ice creams, tarts and other dense, chewy desserts. Dessert cheeses and a terrific wine list are also available.

Awards are numerous for this restaurant, which was voted "Best Steak House" by readers of Cleveland Magazine for five years in a row. A short drive from downtown, Hyde Park is situated in trendy Cleveland Heights. The business crowd heads here for fine steaks, chops, lobster tail and crab legs as well as an extensive and varied wine list. All patrons enjoy the elegant, upscale ambience. Reservations recommended. Dress is business casual.

For classic continental dishes of veal, beef and pasta in an elegant, clubby atmosphere, Johnny's simply can't be beat. Consistently rated tops in Cleveland, Johnny's sumptuous northern Italian dishes are memorable, as is the nostalgic, art-deco dining room. Light-as-air pasta and famous gnocchi in garlic cream sauce are served up in substantial portions. Reservations highly recommended. Dress is business attire.

In the trendy Warehouse District, Mallorca serves a taste of sunny Spain. The Old World ambience is relaxing, and the continental cuisine is varied. The Spanish-born chef shows his heritage in his stunning creations. Large portions of gazpacho, veal in cream mozzarella sauce and pork chops in pungent garlic sauce are served with rice, fresh vegetables and Spanish-style potatoes. At least 20 seafood specialties are sure to satisfy any appetite. Flan or rich rum cake top off the meal. Reservations recommended. Dress is business casual.