Contemporary Northwest

Steam Plant Grill (159 S. Lincoln, 509/777-3900, www.steamplantgrill.com [1], Sun.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m.) is a stylish grill and lounge housed by a steam plant with 225 smokestacks.

Mizuna (214 N. Howard, 509/747-2004, www.mizuna.com [2], daily 5–10 p.m. and Mon.–Fri. 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.), a classy enclave with exposed brick walls, wood floors, and marble tables, serves up beautifully presented dishes that feature fresh seasonal ingredients.