With a menu inspired by the cuisine of the Italian Riviera, Riva makes a worthwhile distraction off the 3rd St. Promenade.

This sister restaurant to Fraiche truly delivers. Chef Jason Travi's menu consists of crudo (raw fish) such as fluke and cuttlefish, mouthwatering pizzas from the wood-burning oven topped with the likes of potato, rosemary, fontina and sea salt and main dishes such as a Kurobuta pork chop and monkfish saltimbocca. We implore you not to let the torta della nonna go unnoticed. Riva has its own pulse --an airy feel, white walls, a sexy crowd, candles and a breeze from the ocean if you happen to be there at the right time of day.

Tip: A wonderful bar scene lends itself to one of the best happy hours in town. Monday - Sunday 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. A generous happy hour menu of well-priced wines by the glass and cocktails rounds out this nightly occasion. Our favorite $4 happy hour cocktail was the Sois Sage which consists of Sagatiba Cachaca, lime juice and sage leaves.