LE COLONIAL—French–influenced Vietnamese cuisine in an ornate setting evocative of a South Seas bungalow. The second-floor lounge hosts DJ parties throughout the week. $$$. Serves dinner nightly. 20 Cosmo Place, the alley between Sutter and Post streets off Taylor St. 931-3600 Map 1, C5

SLANTED DOOR—A phenomenally popular spot for refined Vietnamese cuisine, popular dishes include the shaking beef and the pan-seared day-boat scallops with organic spinach and black-bean sauce. $$$. Serves lunch and dinner daily. 1 Ferry Building #3. 861-8032 Map 1, F4