Figs\' sangria is a cool concoction of cranberry and citrus with Petite Syrah. (Gary Coronado / Palm Beach Post)

The bar: Figs by Todd English

The vibe: Ducking through the shiny racks and displays of the bright Macy's store at The Gardens Mall and finding a sophisticatedly low-lit, low-key, neutrally colored restaurant is like opening a wardrobe and finding a culinary Narnia. It packs a lot of class into a small space, with a cozy bar in the center, as well as the Farm Table, a large space meant for communal dining and drinking.

The drink: Figs usually boasts a strong wine list, but for season, it's featuring Figs Sangria ($7), a cool concoction of cranberry and citrus flavor with Petite Syrah. It's just the perfect drink to sip slowly and consider your next shoe purchase.

Other noteworthy libations: That aforementioned wine list offers an impressive number of wines by the glass, starting at $6, as well as three choices of the sparkling bubbly stuff. (In case you're toasting that last shoe purchase.)

Bar bites: The premiere appetizer is the asparagus frites ($8), which are healthy rods of asparagus lightly battered and served with a honey mustard aioli and arugula, if you require green things with your fried treats. Also try the eggplant stack ($7.50), served with mozzarella and tomato.

Deals: Figs offers its Great Gatherings, featuring one appetizer, two entrees (excluding the New York Strip) and one dessert, for $29, at the bar and the Farm Table.

Info: Figs by Todd English, outside of the Macy's store at the Gardens Mall; (561) 775 -2384. | Directions, invite a friend

Figs' Sangria

2 ounces Parducci Petite Syrah

2 ounces cranberry juice

Juice of 1/2 lime

Juice of 1/2 orange

1 tablespoon simple syrup

Splash Sprite

Stir together all ingredients. Serve chilled.