- In the ten years Stage Left has been open, we have been ranked among the best restaurants in the state. Chef Clemens Averbeck has brought the kitchen to new heights since taking over in April 2002. He comes from Europe where he held a coveted star from The Michelin Guide for more than a decade (See Interview With Chef). The extraordinary cuisine is matched by an equally extraordinary wine list.www.stageleft.com/sl/dine