"Open for: Lunch and dinner Wednesday to Saturday Price range: $$$$ In-the-know diners, and there are plenty of them, head to Dax for a true taste of French fine dining from talented chef Graham Neville. His stuffed zucchini flower in lobster bisque is a signature dish, and you’ll also find classically cooked red mullet, lamb, and sweetbreads. Owner Olivier Meisonnave is one of the country’s top sommeliers, overseeing an enviable wine list. Vibe check: This is a spot with wonderfully polished service." - Corinna Hardgrave