Gastronomic holidays in Sochi: restaurants with sea views
People come to Sochi not only for recreation according to all the rules of a busy resort life, but also for culinary discoveries. Of course, the southern city is considered the gastronomic capital of the Black Sea coast. And if the delicious dishes are complemented by a panoramic view of the endless sea, the pleasure of the meal increases a hundredfold. Where to go for fine cuisine combined with beautiful views? For example, to the restaurants of the Accor hotel chain. We tell you which ones to look out for and which ones are definitely worth a try.
The best restaurants with sea views in Accor hotels
Restaurant in Swissotel Resort Sochi Camellia
There are several gastronomic points on the territory of the five-star hotel:
- Kamelia Cafe traditional restaurant for guests;
- Pan-Asian "Bao" with a view of the Black Sea and a green park;
- Premium "Rivage" with seafood and charcoal dishes;
- Swiss Gourmet pastry shop with desserts according to a secret Swiss recipe;
- Phoenix Beach Cafe.
You can enter each of the establishments according to the occasion or mood. Well, don't forget to look out the windows too, in between culinary delights.
Address: Kurortny Prospekt, 89.
Alternative: restaurants in Sochi with mountain views
Romantic restaurants in Sochi by the sea captivate with their atmosphere. But if you change the horizon to mountains, you can open up a new space for feelings: silence, stars overhead and dinner against the backdrop of the Caucasian ridges is no less magical scenario.
Restaurant in Novotel Fit Krasnaya Polyana
The Belvedere restaurant's menu includes a variety of hit dishes: tartare, Nicoise, steaks, mussels, goulash, burgers and more. And from the large panoramic windows, the mountain landscape opens up to the view — a worthy alternative to the sea.
Average check: 1300 rubles.
Working hours: from 7:00 to 23:00.
Address: Krasnaya Polyana, Gornaya St., 6.
Restaurant in Panorama by Mercure
The Roma restaurant welcomes fans of Italian cuisine. The views from the windows are amazing: the fact is that the establishment is the highest-altitude Italian restaurant in our country.
What should I try? Homemade pasta, pizza on thin dough, intricate desserts that you will definitely want to photograph before tasting.
Average check: 1,500 rubles.
Working hours: from 6:30 to 23:00.
Address: Krasnaya Polyana, 960 Polyana, Fevralskaya St., 5.
Restaurant in ibis styles Krasnaya Polyana
Another restaurant with memorable panoramic views is Kashtan, which is located on the territory of the ibis styles hotel in Krasnaya Polyana. High wooden ceilings, an abundance of greenery, lots of light, soft sofas with mountains of pillows, floor-to-ceiling windows — everything here seems to whisper: "Relax, slowing down." Pleasant to the eye and stylish design.
Here you can freely come for lunch or dinner: the establishment operates a la carte. The cuisine is international. By the way, there are chestnut items on the menu that were harvested in Krasnaya Polyana: unusual and delicious.
One of the advantages, besides the picturesque view, is quite reasonable prices. Therefore, the establishment can be safely included in the list of the best restaurants in Sochi by the sea.
Average check: 1600 rubles.
Working hours: from 12:00 to 23:00.
Address: Krasnaya Polyana, 960 Polyana, 5 Gornaya Street.
Tips for choosing a restaurant in Sochi
It's easy to get lost in all the variety of Sochi panoramic establishments. But if you have definitely planned to visit one, catch some simple but important tips:
- The sea is beautiful at any time of the day, but it looks most atmospheric at sunset. Therefore, choose the exact moment for dinner when the sun sets. The exact time of sunset is easy to find on any smartphone or in the public domain on the Internet.
- Popular establishments have a lot of visitors out of season, and even more so when there is an influx of tourists in the city. Be sure to book a table in advance, preferably a few days in advance. Dinner with a panoramic view is an extremely popular entertainment. Keep in mind that the restaurant may ask for an advance payment: most often, this is a deposit that you can spend at the institution.
- If you are traveling with a child, you may need a children's room. It is worth knowing about its availability in the restaurant in advance. Not all panoramic establishments have children's areas, but some even have rooms with nannies.
- Give preference to local cuisine. In Sochi, it is diverse. First of all, these are seafood: mutton, mullet, horse mackerel, bullhead, flounder, mussels, rapan, oysters. Then there are local fruits and vegetables, cheeses, nuts, spices and wines. Appreciate the gastronomic culture of the south to the maximum.
- By all means alternate between a beach holiday and a gastronomic one — do not miss the opportunity to explore restaurants within walking distance: at the hotel, across the street, on the next street. You can often trust online reviews: many people find the most delicious locations. The rating will also play an important role. Sometimes, however, it's worth succumbing to intuition: sometimes modest reviews and an inconspicuous sign hide a real gastronomic diamond.
Sochi is not only about beaches and mountains, but also excellent restaurants that are ready to give even the most discerning gourmet a gastronomic trip. And unforgettable sea views, of course. If you want to appreciate the charm of Black Sea cuisine, do not hesitate: the restaurants of the Accor chain will be able to surprise. Discover Sochi to taste — it inspires.
