Provisional Kitchen, Cafe & Mercantile

There are plenty of delectable options at Provisional Kitchen, Cafe & Mercantile, including Everything Fry Bread & Lox, build-your-own omelets, wood-fired pizzas made using the Poolish technique, and a full complement of pancakes and waffles. On Saturday and Sunday until 1 pm, chef Brandon Sloan also creates a five-course brunch tasting menu. You can get bottomless bubbles for a reasonable $25, plus there’s a solid Bloody Mary and craft cocktail menu. Be on the lookout for the viral sensation Ostrich Egg Platter, available on select weekends and in limited quantities.
How to book: Reservations are recommended and can be made online. Walk-ins are accepted if seating is available.

Happy hour: Wednesday–Friday, 5–7 pm
Situated in the ultra-modern Pendry Hotel, Provisional Kitchen’s executive chef Brandon Sloan reflects his Italian influences and favorite flavors in his menu. Happy hour showcases Italian-inspired bites paired with aperitivo wine and cocktails, with highlights like an Aperol Spritz and Apple Negroni, or a glass of wine for $8. Classic artisanal formaggio and salumi plates, Baby Kale Strawberry Salad, Veal Meatballs, and Alla Benno with calabrese, pineapple, calabrian chiles, ranch, mozzarella, and Bianco DiNapoli tomato sauce provide savory pairings, or have dessert first and get tiramisu for $10 each.