TERRA Replaces Rickshaw
Posted: July 26th, 2010 | Author: LumDimSum | Filed under: Foodies & Dining Scene, Special Events | Tags: Alameda, Apothecary, Gaby Alves, Jennifer Eden, Rickshaw, Sanlitun, TERRA | 3 Comments »
By the same culinary geniuses behind SALT (and before that Alameda), TERRA is a new cevicheria and bar that has taken over what was once The Rickshaw. Once a shabby, run-down joint is now slick and brand-spanking new. Although TERRA has kept the building’s exterior shape intact, their team has replaced absolutely everything else inside and replaced the walls with glass (according to PR chief, Jennifer Eden).
With a menu serving Peruvian-inspired dishes with an emphasis around delicious ceviches (seafood flavored with citrus fruits), the 2-story restaurant features a ceviche bar on the first floor with the main dining restaurant and full-service bar upstairs serving “boutique” beers, healthy cocktails and an extensive selection of fine wines.
“Drawing on the ages old traditions of ceviche – fruits of the sea delicately seared in citrus and perfectly balanced with fresh herbs and flavors – TERRA presents a cevicheria with a large selection of tempting treats as well as contemporary cuisine with Peruvian inspirations.“
The decor is contemporary and fresh with black wood furniture and a high bar area with stools. While the outside is mostly sprayed with blotches of black paint, insiders will still have a nice view of Sanlitun Nanlu through the glass walls.
First Floor Ceviche Bar/Second Floor Full-Service Bar:
Opening Party Pics:
While Alameda still remains consistent with their unbeatable lunch deal (click for article), it’s great to have Gaby back in the Sanlitun hood. In addition to serving a great lunch, I have no doubt that TERRA will quickly become known as the new “after-work drinks” destination and start to give Apothecary a run for their money. Only time can tell…
Congratulations to Gaby Alves and her unstoppable team on a successful new restaurant opening!
TERRA:
- Hours: Open 11AM-1AM daily.
- Address: 1 Sanlitun Nanlu, 三里屯南路1号
- Tel: 6591-9148
Dear Lum, I’m following and like most of your reviews but this time I need to add sth.
“Once a shabby, run-down joint…” was a street public toilet once, definitely not recommended as a dining place and big NO-NO for a restaurant biz. Pay attention please and do some background research in future.
All the best, Bob.
@ Bob: Thank you for your comment. I did in fact already know that the space was once a public toilet and the space was also The Rickshaw, which was once quite a popular hang out spot despite it’s location. And even if it was once a public toilet, TERRA’s set up is very well done and it’s a great location. Even if you consider this a “No-No for a restaurant biz”, I have no doubt it will do incredibly well considering their successful track record and loyal following.
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