Await it with anticipation — it’s a kind of kinda locations. We left Outdated City Good by foot and headed over to the SEEN Restaurant & Bar. Mysterious, elegant, trendy and stylish are all phrases to explain this wonderful meals and wine gem set atop the enduring Anantara Plaza in Good. You would possibly say that SEEN by Olivier is a venue the place solar, sea, and skyline movement into one daring, elevated expertise. Of their phrases, “Wrapped in French stylish and Riviera allure, SEEN strikes with the sunshine, from luminous lunches to late-night rhythm.” I couldn’t agree extra, though word that we solely expertise it by day. I can simply think about its fashionable and enjoyable vibe by night time nonetheless with its outside bar that boasts beautiful views day or night time.
Let’s begin with what its pure and exquisite decor that engulfs you if you enter the restaurant and that is earlier than you get to the breathtaking views of the town under.
SEEN by Olivier within the Riviera
Though it was a scorching day, maybe too sunny for an out of doors desk, I couldn’t say no to the ambiance. In any case, how may I? Alas, we began with an outside desk overlooking the town. BTW, all of the tables run alongside the facet of the balcony, so there’s actually not a nasty outside desk in the home.
Let me begin by saying that it’s NOT a sushi restaurant however there may be a whole sushi menu and let’s simply say that the addition isn’t an after thought. Certain, they’ve numerous artistic sushi rolls, reminiscent of Unagi with Foie Gras and Apple Sunomono — have you ever ever seen that on a sushi menu within the states? Or how about this one: Yellowtail and Candy Shrimp with Fried Candy Potatoes.
However earlier than we get to our sushi expertise, let’s chat about their typical starters for lunch or brunch. For instance, there’s a Carpaccio with multicolored beetroot, or Ceviche with Apples, Veggies and Lime, or Oysters, Duck Foie Gras on Brioche Toast and Fruit Chutney or Fried Eggs on Truffle Puree served with mushrooms and truffles. Or, or, or — I may go on. The menu is that good.
Above and under, the Carpaccio with Beetroot, Feta and Perigord Walnuts at SEEN
I needed to attempt their Buffalo Burrata with Tomato and Basil salad (under).
Need Caviar by itself? They’ve received you coated with a number of choices, together with Gunkan Wagyu Tartare and Caviar or straight Nigiri Toro Caviar. Subsequent time, I’d like to attempt the Wagyu. Initially, I used to be pondering of a essential course with a sushi roll or sashimi to start out (tuna stomach, bluefin tuna, yellowtail, seabass filet or sea scallops are a number of the choices), till I noticed the 16 piece sushi choice (chef’s selection). They serve it with a bang is one of the best ways to explain it. “Good selection, Renee”, I stated to myself after it arrived. This was no extraordinary sushi platter as you may see from its beautiful plating.
It was massive sufficient to not warrant a essential course and so we didn’t — between the appetizers and the sushi, it was greater than sufficient, particularly on a scorching afternoon. I paired all of it with the Chablis Billaud Simon (Chardonnay) and Anthony had a mocktail made with vanilla, martini vibrante and gingerade. It was an ideal day for one – oh so refreshing, particularly with a twig of Rosemary. I observed that most of the wines on the menu had a mix with the Rolle grape, typically combined with a Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay.
For many who need one thing lighter, they’ve Veggie and Fish Bento Containers: Veggie Bento and Bento de la Mer respectfully. Word that each one of their fish and seafood are sustainable caught. You can too go for an entree (appetizer), essential and dessert for 48€. The worth fixe once we have been there included a Candy Cream Corn with Crispy Shrimp, adopted by Rooster with Mushroom Risotto and Pearled Juice. Dessert was an Almond Streusel with Alpaco Chocolate Cream and Pomelo Sauce. Yum, proper?
If you wish to order straight from the menu, that’s additionally an choice. Along with freshly caught fish, you may order a Black Angus Rib Steak with Shallot Sauce, an Asian-Model Beef Fillet Tartar, a Breaded Lamb Cutlet Milanese Model, a Wagyu Beef with Ivory Sauce and Mushroom Linguini and a number of other others choices. None of those jumped on a heat fall day however would make nice selections for a dinner one night time underneath the celebrities.
Ultimately we moved in to satisfy one other journalist and to get a break from the solar, though fairly frankly, I may have fortunately stayed there all afternoon. Inside, the vibe is equally beautiful due to the glass doorways that adorn the whole facet of the restaurant. Like I stated, there’s not a nasty desk in the home.
Okay, so we shared a dessert, however solely as a result of the waiter inspired it. How will you say no to one thing this decadent?
Cappuccino anybody? All of it was totally heavenly. The waiters have been attentive and went out of their strategy to make us really feel at dwelling.
And the views of the town from the outside patio is breathtaking. Now you perceive why it was so laborious to depart.
Behind all of it is chef-entrepreneur Olivier da Costa who is understood for creating authentic gastronomic experiences. Different areas have the panoramic view and gastronomy mix, together with Sao Paulo Brazil, Bangkok Thailand and Lisbon Portugal. It’s also current in Rome, Tenerife and Koh Samui. Would we return? You betcha. Two thumbs up! For extra data, together with their hours, go to their web site.
Additionally make sure to learn our Good Journey Information for extra details about the town, and what sights and actions to see and do. Additionally make sure to try our France part in addition to our Meals & Wine part.
DETAILS:
SEEN Restaurant & Bar
12 Avenue de Verdun
06000 Good, France
+33.493.1611.75
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