Topnotch Steaks and Breathtaking Ocean Views: This Boracay Spot Makes for a Picture-Perfect Dinner

Mosaic
Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay, Baranga Yapak, Boracay
Contact: 0998-596-4629
Website: crimsonhotel.com/boracay/dining/mosaic-latin-american-grill
Open from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday to Sunday

(SPOT.ph) A mosaic, at least in the words of the Cambridge Dictionary, is “a pattern or picture made using many small pieces of colored stone or glass.” In the case of this restaurant dubbed Mosaic at the secluded Crimson Resort and Spa in Boracay's Station Zero, those pieces might refer to the small details like Boracay Island’s white sand, blue waters, breathtaking view of the sunset or the night sky, and great Latin American eats—all of which come together to form a picture-perfect dinner (a.k.a an intimate proposal, wink wink). You can have the whole picture (and more!) when you dine in at Mosaic, one of the resort’s restaurants along Azure Beach Club and Saffron Cafe.

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Here’s what to expect when you dine in at Crimson Resort and Spa’s Mosaic:

If the small pond with Mosaic’s name on top that greets you is anything to go by, you’ll know the spot is elevated—both literally and figuratively. It’s nestled on the top of Crimson Resort, overlooking its accommodations with, of course, the stunning view of the ocean, beach, and the skies.

Mosaic’s doors open around 6 p.m., and remain open until 11 p.m. Should nighttime come and darkness start to envelop the skies—the property is huge, so getting lost seems inevitable—don’t worry, big lamps will show you the way inside this can’t-be-missed dinner spot. You’d be greeted by an expanse of wine featuring rare vintages and top-shelf labels, i.e. the best type of welcome. There’s an exclusive cocktail hour for villa guests from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., right before dinner.

The restaurant boasts high ceilings with elegant wood paneling and ornate lighting complete with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow natural light inside. Beyond that is a spacious balcony up front; the best spot to be seated should you be planning to propose to your partner—or even if you just want a romantic dinner under the stars, be it for a special occasion like anniversaries or just because.

If you’re lucky enough, you might be able to catch the sun as it sets; golden yellow and orange or purple and pink hues dance before your eyes as you chow down on some of the finest meats and dishes with a Latin American flair.

As for Mosaic’s menu, the flavors of the sea swim on your tastebuds through their lineup of ceviche, like the Ostras (P600/P1150), which has fresh oysters with citrus and passion fruit gelies. You can also go for salmon sashimi with the zest of yuzu by getting the Clasico Tiradito (P750). If you want to jump into the entrees, you’ve got options like char-grilled octopus or El Pulpo (P550); for a little bit of kick, there’s the Chorizo Picante (P450) with homemade spicy chorizo, potato salad, and a chimichurri sauce.

You can't not dine at Mosaic without getting a taste of their prime meats, all cooked over charcoal inside their very own Bertha oven (one of the only two that exist on the whole island!). They work only with the three grades of meat, Crimson's Executive Chef Nickolai Stoyanov says: Wagyu, Prime, and Choice. “If we don’t like it, we don’t serve it,” he quips.

These melt-in-your-mouth meats are served with a side dish and a sauce (choose from chimichurri, criolla, aji amarillo, and chipotle). One of the popular cuts at Mosaic is its tender and bursting-with-flavor Flat Iron Steak, also called the Butler’s Steak (P1,850/200g). It feels like butter on the tongue, with just the right amount of saltiness to bring out its natural flavor.

The restaurant has a wide range of salts, including the Asín tibuok, which is a rare Filipino artisanal sea salt. Unlike the usual table salt, this one’s mild and has a touch of sweetness and smokiness—a nice pair for the steaks. They’ve also got their signature cuts such as the Tomahawk and other meats such as Striploin, and T-Bone, among others to mix and match with a good ‘ol bottle of wine. Because wine not? Mosaic also offers a refined degustation menu featuring five courses with carefully selected wines for P3,500/net per person.

Art on a Plate

If catching the sunset is lucky, you’ll feel luckier, if you are able to book a reservation just in time for their Art on a Plate.

Art on a Plate is a recurring special dinner event, supposedly every other two months, at the restaurant—one we’d gotten a chance to try during our visit, and it’s truly a spectacle of the senses. You get to feed all your senses in one.

There’s a live performer serenading you for your ears throughout the evening while your eyes, if they’re not marveling at the dishes once served, are fed with live art (they showcased a masterpiece from threads and nails by Govinda Jean Marquesto during our visit). Of course, the highlight is the five-course meal that also did a delightful dance on the tastebuds.

Mosaic sets up a picture-perfect romantic dinner overlooking the breathtaking side of one of the most beautiful islands in the world. The Crimson Resort and Spa’s seclusion in Station Zero, with the waves crashing in the distance, the beach at arm’s length, and the even more memorable flavors make for an intimate dinner, with the people you love around the table.

For inquiries and reservations, check out Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay's website.

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