Taipei Tokyo Cafe Overview: A blend of Chinese cuisine and Japanese Sushi, the menu at Taipei Tokyo Café is both approachable and exotic. If you want to kick things up a notch, Taipei Tokyo allows patrons to bring their own beer and wine to complement their meal. Decor: A mix of modern and oriental, the open space offers a comfortable dining experience. Beverages: If you decide not to bring your own beer or wine, you can choose from their modest selection of sodas or an Oolong tea, complete with decorative pot and tea cup, to have with your meal. Appetizers: Start off your dining experience …

You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Winchester Patch picks a great restaurant either in the city or nearby that is worth checking out in our Bites Nearby feature. Here's this week's choice: Overview: Masa Southwest Bar and Grill features an eclectic menu of Southwestern and Spanish delights. You’ll find lots of delicious fusions from their selection of tapas, entrees and cocktails. On Thursday nights, Masa livens it up with Salsa lessons and dancing. Decor: The dimly-lit restaurant has a sleek modern design …

If you haven’t tried Parsons Table yet, this is the weekend to do it. The restaurant opened a year ago this month. Sure, the same person still owns it, but Chris Parsons’ name-change from Catch to Parsons Table also saw a slight change in the menu. Before, what used to be a seafood-heavy selection is now a nice mix of salads, chicken, fish and beef. And for those of you who aren’t risk-takers here’s your chance: Parsons Table likes to change its menu frequently. Instead of seeing what’s due to be served beforehand, head down to Church Street, and try something different. Ever have trout …