escravo

While escravo operates under the banner of a wine bar, its kitchen delivers hearty, fully realised dishes. The standout signature is the Australian lamb burger. Featuring a patty that embraces the distinct savour and aroma of lamb, it matches wonderfully with full-bodied red wines and has become a favourite choice for rounding off a session of drinks.

The small plates reveal an equally creative sensibility. Intriguing choices designed to pique the curiosity over a glass include gizzard confit with mustard soy sauce, a steamed savoury egg custard (chawanmushi) accented with Parmigiano and black truffle that crosses Western and Japanese traditions, and a decadent interplay of foie gras, Narazuke pickles, and miso. The meal can be shaped in countless ways, extending to olive-oil-finished clam ochazuke for a satisfying rice course, or house ice creams such as a bittersweet adult caramel and Valrhona chocolate.

Alongside approachable wines by the glass, the drinks list encompasses French highballs blending Cognac or Calvados with soda and tonic water, as well as fortified wines and spirits like Pineau des Charentes, ensuring an option for every palate. The tranquil interior features both counter and table seating, and with doors open until 2:00 late at night, it serves as a welcome retreat whether settling in solo or seeking a second stop on an evening out.