Inventive takes on seasonal cuisine amongst chic, contemporary decor in the Grande Colonial Hotel. Welcome to NINE-TEN. Here, we reimagine the meaning of farm-to-table cuisine, with fresh hyper-local ingredients sourced from mere steps away. Our culinary experts have cultivated a menu that’s as ever-evolving as the seasons, using their decades of experience to merge the flavours of California with global influences.
The restaurant’s main focal point is the vibrant and locally-inspired ocean and fauna wall panorama created by acclaimed artist, Dana Montlack. The service is enthusiastic and spirited, while gracious and unassuming. Inside the narrow, high-ceiling dining room, the warm ambiance is enhanced with a refreshing colour scheme with infusions of emerald green and light wood. There may be no better way to end a day of watching the seals and surf than savouring a plate of Jamaican jerk pork belly at Nine-Ten. Located in the century-old Grande Colonial Hotel, the dining room is more relaxed than grand, populated by beachy sorts who keep their shades on through dinner. During lunch, the menu offers casual fare like sandwiches and salads; the front sidewalk and back area overlooking the pool are excellent spots to tuck in.
Those seeking the fullest experience at dinner may opt to put themselves at the “mercy of the chef,” their cheeky way of offering a tasting menu. The pastry program is a highlight, whether it’s freshly baked pastries at brunch or a “creamsicle” dessert with citrus cake, coconut ice cream and orange sherbet.
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