Top of the Town 2012

Truth be told, the power lunch ain’t what it used to be; who has time anymore for a fancy sit-down meal in the middle of the workday? Well, those who do can afford a place like the Capital Grille, even if they’re replacing the multiple martinis with iced teas to ensure a productive return to the office. Plus, what power luncher can resist the $18 lunch combo, which allows you to choose soup or salad, select between three available entrées, and pick from a trio of sides. With its high-end, steakhouse-style menu, impeccable service, and Larimer Square location, Cap Grille’s still the place where politicians, business moguls, and legal honchos meet to plot their next move-and-shake. 1450 Larimer St., 303-539-2500, thecapitalgrille.com