Sisi

«Sisi» in Rostov-on-Don is set in a building with a historic façade on Temernitskaya Street. Floor-to-ceiling windows look out onto the city's main cathedral, and inside, guests are welcomed by a bright dining room designed for quiet, one-on-one conversations. The tables were brought in from Germany, set with custom-embroidered towels and thoughtfully designed tableware. The open kitchen lets guests watch the chefs plate dishes and work on new menu items. The restaurant's cuisine is European, shaped by the owner's own approach to flavor pairings. Trout ceviche is made with kiwi and mandarin ponzu, beef tartare is served with a kimchi sauce, cauliflower comes with red fish and pike roe, and tuna tartare with a carrot curd. The menu features three cream-textured soups: corn with langoustines, pumpkin with almond milk, and mushroom. Among the hot dishes, worth trying are the shrimp pasta in chorizo sauce, trout with zucchini and bell pepper sauce, and duck breast with young beets, currants, and chard. Breakfast is served daily until 1 p.m., and the main menu starts at noon — the hour of overlap lets guests order from both menus at once. The average check at «Sisi» is 1,000–2,000 ₽, and the menu also includes a cocktail list.