Seasonal Dishes at Mister A's

Mister A's Restaurant is running a new dessert menu this month, put together by Executive Pastry Chef Amy Simpson. It's on from October 1 through October 31, with service starting at 5 PM, Sunday through Friday, atop Banker's Hill at 2550 Fifth Avenue, 12th floor, in San Diego.

Simpson's approach centers on seasonal produce and desserts that bring a playful, nostalgic touch to technically polished plates. For this late-summer and early-autumn offering, she drew on stone fruit and pears from farm partners JR Organics and Sage Hill Ranch Gardens. One standout is the Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream, made by roasting 'jam berries' — very ripe strawberries not quite perfect enough to serve — with balsamic vinegar. The desserts are paired with wines selected by Wine Director Scott Rose, and reservations are available.

Since it runs every week through the end of October, you've got plenty of time to fit it in. Service starts at 5 PM, Sunday through Friday, at Mister A's Restaurant, 2550 Fifth Avenue, 12th floor, San Diego, CA 92103.