Celeb-Rated: Paul O'Connell

528 Commonwealth Ave (Hotel Commonwealth), Boston, MA 02215 (map)

"I love their take on French bistro/brasserie food and the bartenders are superb at mixing old school cocktails."

36 JFK St, Cambridge, MA 02138 (map)

"I eat lunch here at least once a week, before work. I'm still finding new menu items to explore -- rice chowder, steamed pork cakes."

190 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02474 (map)

"One of my stand-bys when dining out near my home in the suburbs. They use the best farm fresh ingredients and keep it simple."

552 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02118 (map)

"The Butcher Shop in the South End is Barbara Lynch's more casual, meatier place. Great charcuterie and cozy in the colder months."

1 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105 (map)

"The French/American menu is fun, surprising and solid. The bustling atmosphere feels like you are in Paris."

1 Ferry Bldg, San Francisco, CA 94105 (map)

"Vietnamese/Asian flavors and all the best produce California has to offer on one menu. New location in the ferry building has great water views."

601 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA 94109 (map)

"Old school, two-story place with a tiki bar around the pool in the courtyard. Lots of rockers, retro furniture in the rooms."

42 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003 (map)

"The food is fresh, tasty and seasonal. The atmosphere is relaxed with enough luxurious touches and great service."

156 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011 (map)

"Great place to go after gallery hopping. Great brunch on the weekends. Farm fresh food cooked with simplicity and integrity."

2 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10010 (map)

"I recently stayed there and love it still. I miss some of the old charm, but not that much. I mostly miss the old prices."