Madam Geneva

"Gin joint" takes on new meaning at this "cool" but "unpretentious" hideaway in Saxon & Parole's back room, where the namesake spirit of choice (old-time Brit slang for 'gin') gives a "strong" kick to "delicious", "Asian-inspired" cocktails; the "intimate setting" features "antique" accents courtesy of AvroKO, and even with "expensive" pricing, you should expect a "full room."

Serving Northwest cuisine with a French accent, the Heathman Restaurant is Portland's grande dame nouvelle/regional restaurant. Philippe Boulot, a James Beard Foundation Award winner, changes his menu daily, but one thing remains constant: The ingredients used are the freshest of Oregon and Northwest seafood, meat, wild game, and produce. The interior is Art Deco inspired, the atmosphere...

A nod to French-British colonial Asia, Madam Geneva is a sensory experience that intoxicates before you've even had your first drink. Lovingly designed by the pervasively popular AvroKO folks, the place is a near spot-on recreation that's as easy to drink in as the cocktails. A small menu of "Madam's Treats" like prawn dumplings, duck steamed buns, and raw oysters are on offer to offset the...

Signature jam cocktails (tastier than it sounds) best served hidden in the back of Saxon & Parole. Staff looks good bringing you quince and vodka concoctions while MePo trendy types who love the Bowery check the scene from dashing old-timey, blue leather couches. This one's from the ultra-designey Public crew so your retinas will be as immersed as your fruit preserve-pleased mouth. Good place...

Subdued lighting and cool hues greet you at Madam Geneva, a stylish lounge in NoHo. The bar is warmly-lit with candle-lights and overhead lanterns. In striking contrast, the lounge area, bathed in a deep blue hues with contemporary lighting, gives off a sleek and sexy vibe. An abruptly placed brick-exposed arch hides the little lounge area. On offer is a diverse selection of cocktails that...