Yemanyá's culinary experience was one for the books. As an unexpected coincidence of passing by, unaware of, unfamiliar with, an encounter not scheduled, and with no reservations, we stepped into another worldly, in a way surreal environ of unique décor, fascinating design, expansive yet airy, breezy and tropical vibe and enamoring architecture. One of the most unique and exotic, artisanal yet modern, yet with tranquil aesthetics restaurant settings we've encountered to date, anywhere in our wide travels. I've described and bragged in reviews about restaurants before, but this is an experience far from the madding crowd - is one that ought to be personal to believe and enjoy. It's a long walk from the airy porch-like entrance, through the immense main dining area to the tropical, bohemian, and subtle palm wafting patio setting at the atrium - wonderful. Once in our comfortable and spacious seating we were graciously tended with menus showing an array of exceptionally described and wide array of items on their menu. A potpourri of remarkable Mediterranean-Caribbean style delicacies emitted from the bill of fare. We started our appetizers with an Aguachile Shrimp in chile de arbol and sachatomate sauce accompanied by pickled mustard, chambray onion, mango and avocado, simply incredible. Then we had the Bolinho de Bacalhau a Cod Fish and taro croquette on a lemon velouté and black recado, simply fantastic. And their rendition of a Plantain that was baked with grilled cheese, squashed yams and a marvelous pico de gallo de carambolo... which appetizer was best is undefinable! Later after enjoying delectable cocktails such as their Elegguá with Aged Rum, Fig Puree mixed with Strawberries and Lime, a wonderful un-Cuban Mojito in Aged Rum, along with Peppermint, Lime, some Sugar and Soda water. And the last drink to the table was the Shango, an American Bourbon Whiskey, mixed with Union Mezcal, and Watermelon & Agave Honey syrup - that could knock your socks off. I finally settled on ordering my main of Rice with Seafood, an Arborio rice, shrimp, octopus and scallops' concoction with savory pepper and a tomato stir-fry, in an incredible seafood stock, along with peas and coconut milk strewn in, which was to die for. My beautiful picture of it does no justice - wish you could taste and smell it! My Sister-in-Law enjoyed to the utmost their Octopus which was Char-Grilled in a papalo pesto, yummy and creamy yellow pepper chimichurri, with their local seasonal mushrooms, a cherry tomatoes confit and smooth, creamy and sweet roasted baby corn. Our Nephew went for the Mojo a Catch of the day fried Tilapia with garlic mojo, a Cuban-style congri rice with plantain tostones - perfectly rendered, incredibly appetizing and enough for two meals. My wife went for the Enchipotlados, what they call a Shrimp in creamy chipotle chili sauce with grilled hearts of palm - Wow! The final dish at the table was no worse than any of the fantastic one already there, the Escovitch based on a whole Striped Bass in Jamaican pickle sauce, and peppers, white onion, carrot, Lenten chili and coconut milk accompanied by rice with crispy quinoa - extraordinarily unique. One of the deserts we enjoyed was the Black Maluca, a somewhat of a Chocolate brownie, with creamy coconut and brigadeiro ice cream which melted in your mouth good and tasty. I have to say, we had one of the most unique, tasty, and satisfying meals ever this evening. While we sat here pondering both our next moves in touring the area, and reminiscing of the day's walks and experiences, we were enthralled by the sophisticated yet soothing surroundings we were experiencing - Yemanyá puts one in a phantasmagoric dream state of both palatable comfort and demonstrable repose. You really don't want to leave. But we had to. It was difficult. We eventually discovered that the word Yemanyá is the Goddess of Water, and as such they have created an oasis of cuisine, tranquility and serenity, that we at the table found evident and profound. It works! If ever nearby, this is a must encounter with yourself, their food, and a sobering moment in life. Comer con gusto y Buen provecho! read more