Taste

Mediterranean restaurant with Italian influences, just 150 steps from Red Square.

Taste is a restaurant serving innovative Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of Moscow. This elegant restaurant is located just a few minutes' walk from Red Square, offering Muscovites and visitors a taste of the true flavors of the Mediterranean. The interior of Taste is filled with light and air, featuring natural materials and contrasting combinations of pastel colors and green tiles. Panoramic windows offer views of the bustling city life, and you can get even closer to it by sitting on the wide windowsill. The restaurant also has large tables for gatherings with friends, and a bar where you can watch the magic of cocktail creation. There are separate rooms available for private events or business meetings. The kitchen is headed by Evgeny Meshcheryakov, who has extensive experience in the culinary field and has worked on projects such as "Aist," Bocconcino, and Oli Oli. The chef effortlessly combines classic techniques with modern trends in his recipes. He personally selects trusted suppliers of cheeses, fish, meat, and meat delicacies to ensure the impeccable quality of the dishes. The menu focuses on Mediterranean cuisine with distinct Italian influences. You can start with tuna vitello tonnato, bruschetta with Parma ham, or the freshest seafood, such as sea urchins or oysters, paired with a chilled sparkling wine. For a first course, the chef recommends Italian seafood soup or a cream of Jerusalem artichoke soup with stracciatella. For the main course, you can choose from dishes like halibut with mashed potatoes and a pizzaiola sauce, veal cheeks, or a generous portion of chicken with crispy potatoes, olives, and tomatoes. The dessert menu features both classic favorites and original creations, such as Napoleon cake with fresh berries and a carrot tart in dark chocolate. The wine list is curated by sommelier Natalia Kobina (GQ, "Nedalyi Vostok," White Cafe), who has selected wines from the best producers around the world to complement the dishes. The menu includes both time-tested classics and exciting new wines, including organic and biodynamic options. On Fridays and Saturdays, musicians perform on stage, adding a touch of jazz improvisation or relaxing lounge music to the evening. Whether you're planning a dinner with old friends or a romantic date, the good music at Taste will definitely add a festive atmosphere to your visit.