Sal de Mar

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Sal de Mar Restaurant in Olomouc | Gault&Millau Recognized French & International Dining

A Refined Setting Near the Center

Sal de Mar occupies the ground floor of the NH Collection Congress hotel, placing French and international cuisine within easy reach of Olomouc’s historic core. Designer furniture and natural materials fill the room, while careful acoustic treatment keeps conversations comfortably private. The culinary team’s recent Gault&Millau recognition highlights how cleanly the kitchen balances seasonal ingredients with reliable classical techniques. Pressed linen towels and automatic water dispensers reinforce this focus on understated hospitality before the first plate arrives.

Standout Plates and Seasonal Pairings

Grilled scallops rest atop orange gel and pomegranate purée, finished with coprosma leaves and a sharp parsley oil reduction. The French and international kitchen balances these seafood preparations with robust meat selections and clearly marked vegan alternatives. Desserts receive equal precision, as seen in the macadamia nougat paired with warm sabayon and tart currant caviar. Even simple amuse bouches like the ham mousse canapé arrive layered with curry-infused sea salt and aged balsamic.

The Wine List and In-House Bar

A curated cellar holds roughly fifty bottles, mixing established Moravian vineyards with select European labels. Ten sparkling wines anchor the selection, offering crisp alternatives to richer reds and whites. Guests who prefer spirits or mixed drinks can step directly into the attached bar, which stocks classic cocktails alongside premium liqueurs. Quiet evenings often see patrons lingering over a single glass while the kitchen finishes its evening service.