Creative Californian spot with strong seafood and pastas, lively downtown vibe, and generally attentive service; prices are premium and execution can occasionally miss.
Opal delivers competitive quality with strong food quality anchored by reliable seafood and steaks, paired with attentive, well-paced service that keeps the pre-show energy flowing smoothly. Inconsistent execution on risotto, pizza, and paella prevents a higher grade, though the prime State Street location and pleasant patio add appeal. Worth visiting for the signatures, but execution variability and premium pricing keep it in solid neighborhood-restaurant territory rather than destination status.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive (many mains $27-46) which may surprise casual diners