Maximilien’s tucked-away location in Pike Place Market—behind the meat market that’s next to where they throw the fish, if you catch my drift—makes every visit feel a bit like a caper. But take in a late-night summer meal on Maximilien’s outdoor deck and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a public dinner party. There are precious few places you can drink and nosh while enjoying a view of Elliott Bay, and Maximilien’s—not to mention its French seafood—is the best. CHRIS KORNELIS 81 Pike St., 682-7270, maximilienrestaurant.com