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Nestled in the vibrant heart of Tampa's Downtown, Lilac offers a modern Mediterranean dining experience crafted by the acclaimed Michelin-starred chef John Fraser. This menu is a celebration of fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients, delivering bold flavors that excite the palate and invite guests into a world of refined taste.
starters
Begin your culinary journey with a selection of exquisite starters that perfectly balance indulgence and sophistication. The Caviar Service is a luxurious treat featuring shimmering caviar accompanied by creamy spinach béchamel, tangy onion crème, and crispy duck fat hash browns—a true delight for the senses. For those seeking a fresh and vibrant bite, the Tuna Tartare Mont Blanc dazzles with raw tuna, aromatic herbs, and a delicate garlic meringue, delivering a harmonious blend of flavors. Don't miss the Poultry Liver Mousse, paired with port wine jam and flaky croissants, offering a rich, velvety texture that sets the tone for the meal ahead.
mains
For the main course, Lilac presents a thoughtfully curated selection that highlights Mediterranean influences with a modern twist. The Braised Prime Short Rib is a standout, slow-cooked to tender perfection with a blend of herbs, spices, and seasonal vegetables that infuse deep, savory richness. The Herb Fusilli offers a vegetarian delight with al dente fusilli pasta tossed in fragrant herbs, silky egg, earthy chanterelle mushrooms, and a splash of sherry for depth. Seafood lovers will relish the Grouper Cataplana, a vibrant dish combining fresh grouper fish, ripe tomatoes, and a medley of herbs and spices, delivering coastal flavors that transport you to the Mediterranean seaside.
desserts
End your meal on a sweet and sophisticated note with Lilac's tempting dessert offerings. The Chocolate Budino combines rich dark chocolate, salted caramel, and whipped cream, crowned with cherry shortbread cookies for a satisfying crunch. The Limoncello Crostata brightens the palate with zesty limoncello curd, toasted meringue, and fragrant thyme blossoms, offering a perfect balance of sweet and tart. For a unique vegan delight, the Olive Oil Layer Cake is moist and flavorful, paired with seasonal compote and topped with vegan cream cheese frosting. The Pistachio Praline Cannoli features a crisp shell filled with silky crémeux and whipped ricotta, while the Tiramisu Affogato presents a luscious vanilla bean semifreddo soaked with grind coffee liqueur and layered with classic ladyfingers.
