
The most intriguing thing about fusion food is that it brings together complete opposites that somehow manage to complement each other naturally. Asia de Cuba’s menu takes the flavors of Latin food with Asian cuisine to create various plates that open your mind and tingle your taste buds. Sweet and spicy, fruity and savory, crisp and creamy—these are just a few of the tastes and textures that make up the menu. A new world awaits…on your plate.

If atmosphere is a deciding factor when it comes to dining, then Asia de Cuba should be on your list for that reason alone. The vibrancy of the scene starkly contrasts with the colorful menu because the entire restaurant is lacking color. In fact, the interior is a monochromatic setting of bright white and creamy beiges designed by Philippe Starck. The outside patio with its lighted trellis, oversized terra cotta pots overflowing with trees and vines and views overlooking the city adds a splash of color to any outdoor dining or cocktails. The design is very much in line with the remainder of the Mondrian Hotel, which stands out from other Sunset hotels with its sleek, sophisticated interior. The restaurant is just a matching addition.

Serving breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner, Asia de Cuba dishes it out from early morning to late night. The prices may run high, but the presentation and quality of food make it worth the price. Breakfast, lunch and brunch are individually plated, but the dinner items are meant to be shared. Plates are served family-style, so everyone can fill their plate with whatever is on the table. The evening specialties include calamari salad with bananas and sesame orange dressing, spiced pork spare ribs with corn and avocado salad, hoisin roasted duck with papaya, cuban barbecue chicken with coconut sticky rice and the renowned miso cured butterfish, which is cured for at least four days and served with tempura shisito peppers. To read more CLICK HERE!