MEDITERRANEO,

Mediterraneo seems to have reinvented the sidewalk cafe. The front and side walls literally fold out onto the street. As an added bonus, tables are set up on the sidewalk. We loved the openness of Mediterraneo, which has a definite European feel, with lights glowing from behind the bottles of liquor at the bar. Even neater are the hanging sculptures that light up after dark. For a main course, the grigliata mista della terra Mediterrenea ($19.95) features a grilled pork chop, veal sausage, and a chicken breast. To top it off, the strawberry shortcake ($4.95), with fresh whipped cream sandwiched between two layers of biscuit-like cake, is to die for. Or try the white chocolate mousse ($4.95). Lightly whipped with a delicate chocolate flavor, its sweetness is balanced by a tart strawberry sauce lightly drizzled across the plate.

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