text: Exactly what Mesa needed!  It was a very nice surprise to find this gem in N/E Mesa!  Usually when we were looking for a fine dining experience in a stylish, modern, elegant setting, we...as a lot of people would look to Scottsdale.  I had read about Cafe Boa Bistro in an article \"Phoenix's Best New Restaurants\", and was interested in trying it, not only for its close proximity to my home, but because they support our local economy by using mostly local ingredients...I love that!  So we decided to try it, and fell in love!  Everything we ordered was done to perfection!  Quality, presentation, quantity, and atmosphere...this place has it all!  We went earlier in the evening with our daughter, then after dinner, we dropped her off at the sitters and returned for drinks at the bar.  Its a great place if you are looking for a modern twist of sophistication, without having to deal with the Scottsdale scene, crowds, and attitude.  The food is amazing and not you typical Mesa chain Italian restaurant!  Again, this is a place with a modern flair, and the food reflects that as well...so come expecting a new experience in Italian cuisine!