Abantal
Abantal ♥♥♥ —After the intensely decorated bars of Sevilla, the minimalist dining room at Julio Fernández’s award-winning restaurant feels almost too sparse. But when the dishes start to appear, the chef’s artistry and ambition shine through. Two tasting menus are available, nine and 12 courses paired with carefully curated wines. The culinary traditions of Andalucía—Ibérico pork, crustaceans, sherry reductions—provide the inspiration, but the execution is cutting edge contemporary. One dish comes disguised as a stone, another is spray finished in gold. A chef’s table option is available, offering a close-up view of Julio’s spartan kitchen and his stunning virtuosity.
The only down sides? The restaurant is a taxi ride from the historic center and you'll definitely need to reserve far in advance to secure a table.
Abantal ♥♥♥ —After the intensely decorated bars of Sevilla, the minimalist dining room at Julio Fernández’s award-winning restaurant feels almost too sparse. But when the dishes start to appear, the chef’s artistry and ambition shine through. Two tasting menus are available, nine and 12 courses paired with carefully curated wines. The culinary traditions of Andalucía—Ibérico pork, crustaceans, sherry reductions—provide the inspiration, but the execution is cutting edge contemporary. One dish comes disguised as a stone, another is spray finished in gold. A chef’s table option is available, offering a close-up view of Julio’s spartan kitchen and his stunning virtuosity.
The only down sides? The restaurant is a taxi ride from the historic center and you'll definitely need to reserve far in advance to secure a table.
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