In an effort to get a producer’s attention in 25 words or less, screenwriters in Hollywood often combine two known movies to describe their own. If I were to do this for the new tapas bar on the square called Entourage, I would say “A Tale of Two Cities” meets “Sex and the City.”

I say “A Tale of Two Cities,” not because there were any “worst of times,” there really only were the “best of times” during my visit. I say two cities because the before 10 p.m. and after 10 p.m. ambiance was completely different – before 10 p.m., a reflection of quiet sophistication (like Great Britain) and after 10, a walk on the wild side (like France).

I’ll speak here mostly about the before 10 p.m. atmosphere; that’s when Entourage serves food and was the stretch of time my dining companion and I hung out.

We entered around 8 p.m. one recent Saturday night and were impressed by the Scandinavian-esque modern decor with clean lines, muted bright colors and smooth woods. The eclectic symmetry and geometric shapes offered a relaxing aura before 10 p.m. and became sensual and upbeat when the light jazz went off and the techno mix came on.

Techno music and the close attention to first-rate drinks is where “Sex and the City” comes in. My dining companion ordered a dirty martini, and in a New York state of mind, I decided to try one, too. I enjoyed the sophisticated taste, and, according to her, since it was my first, it was one of the best dirty martinis she’d ever had.

We looked over the complete menu of 12 tapas choices, three salads and two desserts.

The tapas were a unique, delightful mix, and more than enough to make a meal. Included were the traditional, like spinach and artichoke dip or stuffed prawns, and things I’d never seen on an appetizer menu, like lamb chops topped with mint pesto and wrapped in phyllo dough; stuffed prawns wrapped in Serrano ham, stuffed with goat cheese; or thinly sliced filet mignon served with carpaccio sauce and parmesan cheese. I wish I could think of a word to combine “wow” and “yum” in on syllable – but nothing captures the appealing tastes I experienced that night.

My dining companion and I started with the cheese fondue and Italian gateau and were deliciously pleased. The cheese fondue included an appetizing and unique mix of melted white cheeses served with vegetables, artisan breads, olives, apple slices and more.

The Italian gateau impressively presented layers of roasted vegetables like eggplant, peppers, squash and zucchini with basil pesto, fresh mozzarella and drizzled with a balsamic reduction. Fantastic, first rate and healthy with a big city luscious taste.

After a while we also decided to try the calamari a la Romana and were pleased with the crisp, seasoned calamari and the citrus marinara served for dipping.

To end a dip into the melting pot that is part of every city, we ordered the chocolate fondue dessert, a truly premium milk chocolate bath to dip the variety of fruits, cookies and pretzels. It was a light yet rich finish to a truly incredible meal.

While you won’t lose yourself in a crowd, like you would in a big city club, the after-10 scene seems like a nice addition to our local square for those looking for some nightlife in a completely smokeless environment.

Entourage does have one-of-a-kind, delectable food for Bowling Green and is a well-executed piece of the big city within the comfort of a small town. I highly recommend you pay a visit, during the “city” of your choice.

— Our anonymous food reviewer gives new restaurants a six-week grace period before reviewing. To comment, contact Managing Editor Mike Alexieff at 783-3235 or via e-mail to malexieff@bgdailynews.com.

Entourage

935 College St. Bowling Green 781-8366

Hours: Kitchen open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays

Cuisine: American/European mix

Price range: $5 to $13

Specialties: Tapas

Libation situation: Full bar open until 2 a.m. Thursdays through Saturdays

Smoking: No