Ox

Inspired by traditional Argentine cooking, Ox serves wood-fired dishes in a dining room that is anchored by the open kitchen and roaring grill, where everything from the flatbreads to the meats are prepared. Imbuing Argentinian cuisine with Northwestern elements, the foodie-adored eatery is known for such dynamic dishes as its bone marrow–topped clam chowder and asado for two, a spread with plentiful grilled short rib, skirt steak, chorizo, blood sausage and sides. The perfect start to a meal at Ox involves empanadas with cumin-spiced beef, green olives and sweet raisins.