Matisse
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Matisse Restaurant
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This popular oceanfront BYOB fine dining restaurant, with a waterfront view, serves up good creative dishes, in an upscale casual atmosphere. The decor is brightened with white walls, large polished mirrors and artwork. The ceiling is set with wood beams and Casablanca fans. Virtually all tables having a fantastic view of the ocean front. During the warmer summer months, outdoor dining is available on the deck with gorgeous views of the beach and the ocean. Chef/Owner Anthony Wall is an artist at creating dishes that are well prepared with fresh ingredients. His appetizers are outstanding, starting with excellent hot rolls and sun-dried tomato-garlic olive oil. From there a drop off occurs with entrees that are inconsistent, and can range from above average to excellent. The popular appetizers are; the Crispy Shrimp with Orange-Radish Dipping Sauce; Grilled Noisette of Hudson Valley Foie Gras With Granny Smith Apple Sauce; and the Maine Lobster and Roasted Corn ChowderThe favorite entrees are; The Crispy Seared Red Snapper with Ginger, Garlic, Cilantro Soy; the Seared Yellow Fin Tuna Loin with Chive Mashed, Port Wine and Crispy Onions; and the Pan Seared Angus Rib Eye Steak with Matchstick Potatoes And Parsley Shallot Butter. Service at Matisse is attentive and friendly. They also offer an excellent Sunday Brunch. Brunch includes a plentiful offering of salads and seafoods, a carving station, omelet bar, artisan breads and spreads, and samples of five hot entrees including eggs benedict, crispy french toast and three other hot dishes that change weekly. Note: During the warmer summer months with excellent beach days, parking can be difficult on Saturdays before 7 pm.
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