Candela's Restaurant

The Scene
Dark and moody, the brown painted walls, rustic wood stools and exposed ceiling beams contribute the feeling of an old colonial Mexican castle. Red and purple accent pillows, hand-embroidered table cloths and hundreds of candles enhance the romantic look in each of the four rooms. On the menu, it's upscale Mexican cuisine presented with classic French service. Try the ceviche for a divine beginning with the day's fresh fish smoked, marinated in olive oil and lemon and served with tomatoes and onions on a bed of mango-basil vinaigrette. Other seafood standouts include Chilean sea bass with grape sauce and wild mushrooms, and a twist on black bean soup made with homemade chicken stock and dark Mexican beer. Spanish and Latin labels dominate a selective wine list, with a few French and American options thrown in for good measure.