4. Ruscello; Costa Mesa, Calif.
In an effort to coax customers to stay (and shop) a while, a Southern California Nordstrom has converted its casual on-premise eatery into a full-service restaurant offering Italian and Mediterranean fare. The remodeled spot features a 10-seat bar, communal seating and an expanded booze list.
“Folks coming into stores can get a cocktail and go try some clothes, and come back and get an appetizer,” Michael Thoms, an area restaurant manager for Nordstrom, told the OC Register.