Enoteca
Surrey House, Charing Cross, St. Brelade, Jersey, JE3 8AA
Rating: 4.5 ★ (42 ratings)
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Enoteca is an Italian restaurant and wine bar located in the harbour village of St. Aubin, Jersey. Run by chef Marcello from Modena, Emilia Romagna, and his Jersey-born partner Kate, the restaurant focuses on "cucina tipica," creating traditional Italian dishes with a strong emphasis on local and seasonal Jersey produce. They work closely with Jersey farmers and fishermen, as well as Italian food artisans and natural winemakers who employ sustainable, organic, and biodynamic farming methods. Enoteca also cultivates its own wild garden for aromatic herbs and edible flowers, highlighting their commitment to biodiversity and fresh supplies.
The name Enoteca translates to "wine library," which is fitting given their extensive selection of natural wines, sourced directly from small producers who use traditional methods without additives. The restaurant offers an intimate and casual dining experience within a historic 8th-century building. Their menu features fresh, daily-made pasta, artisan salumi and formaggi, and house-made gelato, with a focus on simple, high-quality ingredients. Jersey meets Italy at this establishment, which was once a delicatessen and is also associated with the business Wild Wine, importing natural wines.