Ninety-Nine Restaurant,

900 West Boylston Street, Worcester, 852-2999.

Above all it's a sports pub, but high dividers, subdued lighting, lots of plants, and excellent acoustics allow a more intimate feel to a place that will surprise you with its pleasant setting, food quality and creativity, and enthusiastic, right-on service. Both the standard pub fare and more ambitious offerings are fully successful.

Price Range: $5 - $14.