Okay, so far for rec's we have (in no particular order)... & reviews for all are on Metromix.com
Cafe Iberico (tapas; a party on the weekends but I"ve not been there during the week to comment on a Thursday night atmosphere)
1492 (also tapas; definitely more quiet than Iberico)
Cafe Spiaggia (nice Italian but not quite as upscale or pricey as Spiaggia)
The Palm (becoming a local FT favorite for upscale steak)
Flat Top Grill (another local FT favorite); all-you-can-eat stir fry where you pick the ingredients & sauces yourself, home of the infamous chocolate storm & horny monkey)
Any other suggestions? Preferences????