Executive chef Thach Tran and his team turn out the likes of housemade pastrami; banh mi sandwiches stuffed with lemongrass pork; and green curry mussels for dinner, while breakfast ranges from a light and healthy bruléed grapefruit to decadent French toast and homey pancakes.
For more photos of pastries and provisions, see our complete Stella's on 16th slideshow.

Grandma Jean's pancakes are inspired by co-owner Dawn "Stella" Cohen's childhood memories.
Danielle Lirette

Stella's patio at the base of the Triangle Building opens onto a plaza bewteen 15th and 16th streets.
Danielle Lirette