SEVVA – The Place to be Seen in Hong Kong

Chic, glamorous, elegant, and sophisticated are adjectives that are often used to describe SEVVA, the place to see and be seen in Hong Kong.

With stunning 360-degree views over Hong Kong’s breath-taking skyline and located in Central, the heart of the city, SEVVA delivers an impressive and quintessentially Hong Kong dining experience inspired by what Ms. Bonnae Gokson describes as ‘the DNA’ of Hong Kong – traditional regional Asian cuisines intermixed with Western fine dining, coupled with her own travels and experiences.

She says: “This is my contribution and passion to the city that I love.”

The name is inspired by the word ‘SEVA’ in Sanskrit, meaning to contribute, and is pronounced ‘Savour’, meaning to experience a taste; it is more than just a stylish restaurant.

SEVVA is the place for gourmet dining, impressing clients or chilling out with friends.  Its penthouse location with a wrap-around terrace is perfect for lounging or simply enjoying the stunning views of Hong Kong’s harbour and city skyline.

SEVVA is designed in such a way as to give its guests a variety of surroundings – the place is divided into four distinct areas, namely Harbourside, Bankside, Taste Bar, and the Terrace, each with its own ambience and mood. There is also a sweet corner, Ms. B’s Sweet, a cake corner with the most delectable cakes and sweets on offer.

The setting is stunning and stylish, not unlike the woman behind it. The food served is undeniably good. The menu reads like her personal food history: a mix of East and West.  Many of the dishes are reminiscent of her well-travelled and fashion-exposed lifestyle; others are remakes of memorable meals enjoyed abroad. Her attention to detail is evident from the interiors through to the food styling.

SEVVA oozes warmth, sophistication and glamour.  Its décor is on trend yet timeless, and just like its food, a blend of East with West, masculine with feminine, every day versus ceremonial and casual versus formal.

Each enclave of the restaurant has its own distinctive design and key features within the four spaces include a domed ceiling, a baby grand piano, a vertical green wall.  Stunning 20th Century International artworks from London’s Fine Art Gallery are exhibited throughout.

Taking the essence of food back to its basic and rudimentary, the cuisine served at SEVVA is simple yet tasty, always with the best and freshest ingredients sourced from the most reputable supplies around the globe. Created with a mind to well-being, the food is healthy without being finicky about calories.

An example of the quality ingredients served at SEVVA is Ionica chicken from Australia; chemically free, the meat is healthy and tender and retains its natural juices.  Even the water is from a specialised water system which completely cleanses it of chemicals and metals and is beneficial to the body.  Award-winning coffee Graffeo Dark Blend is also served.

Offering stunning views of Hong Kong’s cityscape, The Terrace is the perfect place to unwind after a long day’s work with a glass of champagne while watching the ships ply the iconic harbour. The muffled buzz of the street below is drowned by the cool and contemporary background music.

Iconic buildings are only a breath away from your seat. It is no wonder local press terms it the “unbeatable view and terrace of ALL”.  Comfortable lounge seating and seductive music set the mood for guests to linger till the wee hours of the morning.

Created by New York mixologist Joseph Boroksi, SEVVA cocktails are some of the best in the city.  Guests are addicted to signature drinks like Honeydew Royale, Ginger & Cherry Mojito, Straight To the Head, Pink Sangria, Yakultini and the best Chocolate Martinis that one could savour in both Dark Chocolate and White Chocolate concoctions.

Taste Bar is most popular with delicious signature cocktails and wines together with a Small Plates Menu of over 25 varieties of delicious platters, which is actually more of a meal in itself. Highlights of the menu include:

Wagu Steak bites with garlic chips, Yin Yang Prawns, Baked Escargots on Bruschetta, Vietnamese Wrap with Fried Sole & Salsa, Crabmeat Poppers, SEVVA Poori. (delicious tangy Indian Nachos)

Both Bankside and Harbourside offer the same menu of home favourites and weekly specials. There are many signature favourites such as Baked Crabmeat in Shell, Gourmet South Indian Dosas, Claypot Rice, Wagyu Beef Cheek & Ox Tongue Pie and SEVVA Special Salad

Ms. B’s Sweets at the Cake Corner has been one of the busiest cake counters in town. Mouth-watering homemade cakes, pastries, and sweet titbits have made this a favourite among the diners here.  Guests often order days in advance.

Ms. B’s repertoire includes:

• The Original Crunch Cake
• Pear & Chocolate Tart
• Fatal Attraction – Layers of Espresso Jelly & Coffee Pannacotta Expectations
• The Sunkist Melange – Everything orange…mousse, jelly and fruits
• Lemon Meringue Torte
• Chocolate Fudge Cake with Marmalade
• Carmen Cake – Marshmallow, Raspberry cream and Dark Chocolate Sponge Cake
• Carrot Cake – with Pineapple & Spice
• Divine – Chocolate Truffle, Chocolate Sponge with Raspberries & Blackberries
• Marrakesh – Pistachio Butter Cream and Almond Sponge
• COCO – Coconut Jellie Mousse, Coconut Sponge, Coconut Meringue & Light Cream with Coco Flakes
• Prune and Earl Grey – Prune Cake with Early Grey Jelly & Prunes
• Passionfruit Tart
• Casino – Espresso Sponge, Coffee Mouse and Italian Meringue
• Pazzo – Vanilla Sponge and Milk Chocolate Mousse Covered with Chocolate Meringue Sticks

A delicious selection of treats is available for takeaway from Miss. B’s Sweets (Cake Corner).

SEVVA also serves a selection of rare vintage wines, New World labels and fine Champagnes alongside a menu of beers, spirits, freshly mixed fruit-infused cocktails and organic vegetable juices.

With a total seating capacity of approximately 240 guests and a bar that can accommodate 70, SEVVA has earned its spot as the chicest and most fashionable place to see and be seen.

Make sure you go during cocktail hour to catch the smartest city suits and fashionistas unwinding after a long day’s work or trawling the smart designer shops and make a reservation for dinner to savour the unique and delectable cuisine.