Tagine, Beverly Hills

Tagine is the ultimate date spot. Located in a very low key area off Robertson Blvd., this modern Moroccan restaurant offers a delicious hideout for those seeking a little spice romance. Some know this place as the vision Ryan Gosling helped bring to life with Chef Ben, but celeb status or not, this establishment is a real gem among the usual in Beverly Hills. I had the privilege to enjoy Tagine’s tasting menu this fall, and it’s a dining experience that won’t soon be forgotten. For $71 per person, you can enjoy a six course meal, cozied up with Moroccan pillows, soft lighting and a good mix of indie rock.

Our meal started with a delicious amuse bouche consisting of an asparagus, baby zucchini, carrot soup, paired a sauteed vegetable stuffed filo dough and a goat cheese spread topped with dates. Following that was the Moroccan Mezze, served with hummus, marinated olives, a tomato cucumber tartare and a sauté of eggplants. Everything about the mezze spoke to my culinary desires; it was incredibly vibrant, fresh and the warm pita bread was nice touch. Out next in a cast iron skillet was a flavorful rendition of Black Tiger Shrimp, encrusted in herbs, and served with mini zucchini, mini squash, and spinach. Crunchy and light, this vegetable rich creation is ha perfect example of eating something healthy and incredibly flavorful. Much to my enjoyment came the Sea Bass Tagine, pan roasted and placed a top a bed of sauteed vegetables with a carrot puree. Delicate and moist, I gently pulled apart layers of the fish and swirled it in the tiny drops of liquid spice lending each bite a burst of flavor. The show stopping Lamb Chops concluded our savory portion of the tasting, and were so soft and rich, they practically fell off the bone. I didn’t want to waste time with a fork, so I coddled my chop with my fingers and began to gnaw on it. Any chance that I have to call upon my animal instincts, I will. Marinated in 7 different spices, these grilled chops played quite a number on my senses and I loved it.

Last but certainly not least, a unique dessert that I have never seen on a menu before: Chocolate Soup. Warm chocolate served in a carafe then slowly poured over a scoop of vanilla ice cream, sounds incredible because it tastes just so. Maybe not the most beautiful thing in a cup, but the sweetness was just right and paired with a piece of baklava, made for quite the finish to an already stellar meal.

Tagine, 132 N Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211

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