Review

Named in tribute to Sathorn Soi 12, XII Mediterranean promises authentic dishes in a tastefully decorated and relaxed setting. The gastropub restaurant offers classic Mediterranean dishes, prepared in a familiar style. The menu is impressively broad, given the quality and freshness of the ingredients. All dishes come in very shareable portions, so order a few tapas and appetisers for the table. If dining with a group, begin with an extensive cold cuts platter, which includes highlights of 24-month aged San Daniele ham, confit duck rillettes, and an assortment of regional cheeses, accompanied by house-made bread. Alternatively, a dips platter with flatbreads features hummus, tzatziki, and zaalouk, a Moroccan staple of grilled eggplant, tomato, and garlic. Slow-cooked and grilled octopus with smoked paprika mayonnaise and hand-cut beef tartare with organic egg yolk and crostini showcase the kitchen team’s culinary talent. For larger plates, chicken tagine is a pot of melting chicken thighs, figs, almonds, and couscous in rich North African spices. Seafood paella is generous and fantastically saffron-fragrant. Desserts include Spanish churros, baklava cheesecake, and a stunning tiramisu. In true Mediterranean style, the drinks menu is lively and extensive. With a full page of signature cocktails, followed by listings of sangria, Mediterranean spritzes, and wines, you will be challenged to stick to just one glass.