If you already know the NOBU Hotel Ibiza Bay, an elegant and exclusive accommodation located in the bay of Talamanca, surely you will have fallen at its feet, and no wonder. its unbeatable oceanfront location, accompanied by its relaxed atmosphere, its two pools, balinese beds on the shore, his exclusive Spa by Six Senses, the Rooftop with the most impressive panoramic views of the island, or its designer rooms and suites, make it an essential in Ibiza.
In addition, it has established itself as one of the most outstanding gastronomic destinations on the white island. The beach club Chambao by the Beach and the internationally renowned NOBU Ibiza Bay restaurant have been joined this summer by the new gastronomic space TASTE, with an opening in the shape pop-up. in front and how guest chef, Nieves Barragán Mohacho, the Bilbao-born woman living in the United Kingdom and chosen by the Financial Times as one of the most relevant women of 2019, after achieving a Michelin Star with her restaurant Sabor.
Away from formalities and conventions, GUSTO brings a selection of dishes inspired by the Spanish tradition, from Galician lands to the Canary Islands, designed to tap and share. An authentic kitchen where tapas and portions prevail with a menu focused on seasonal products of the highest quality, both from the islands and the Peninsula. The menu pays special attention to the local raw material with ingredients as appetizing as the fresh fish, garden vegetables, oysters, or red shrimp from Formentera.
Among the gastronomic proposals, among others, its Galician octopus with red Canary mojo sauce, the honeyed omelette with crunchy artichoke or the exquisite soupy rice with Mediterranean prawns stand out. you will also find non-carte dishes that change daily so that there is always something new to surprise the palate with, as well as Vegan and vegetarian options. On desserts you cannot miss the chocolate cake with Idiazabal and Ses Cabretes cheese accompanied by Chantilli cream, Maldón salt, Arbequina extra virgin olive oil and grated coffee beans; the coconut lime ice cream, a refreshing and very summery finish, with fresh coconut and Malibu, finished with fresh mango; or fresh strawberries marinated in licorice sauce with mascarpone and whiskey cream, and biscuit crunch.
The liquid menu offers a wine selection, Some natural and organic, of which almost 80% come from various Spanish wine regions, especially the Balearic Islands. You can also enjoy a careful selection of classic cocktails with signature winks, in which there is no shortage of liquors and Ibizan herbs.
Another of GUSTO's strengths, in addition to a impeccable service that makes the diner feel at home, is the magical environment in which it is located: a privileged enclave next to the sea shore. The bright and airy outdoor spaces of Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay, flush with the Mediterranean and a few meters from the sand, they allow themselves to be enveloped by the golden light at sunset, the sea breeze, the boats anchored in front and the bay of Talamanca as the main setting. And it is that, with just one visit, you will discover that GUSTO is much more than a restaurant: it is the lively fusion between tradition and avant-garde thanks to the excellent know-how of Nieves Barragán.
Recommendation
To start, try their tuna with avocado and lime or the caviar pintxo with shrimp and quail egg. The Iberian prey or the fish of the day are a great option as main courses.
