Deliciously eerie dish at The Addams House
SCO-22, 1st Floor, Sector 29, Gurgaon, Haryana Meal for two: Rs 1,400 (approx.) plus taxes Situated amidst an array of plush restaurants and bars in Gurgaon’s Sector 29 market is a unique Gothic, theme-based kitchen and brewery, The Addams House, which pays ode to the popular American animated series “The Addams Family”.
The uniqueness of the place, which opened its doors for public last month, is exemplified by its ideas, which are taken from Gothic architecture, juxtaposed with the essentials of a modern restaurant- cum- bar. Even the exterior of the restaurant is eerily reminiscent of the famed Addams Family House with its emphasis on shades of grey.
Upon entering the restaurant, one notices false stairs, sofas designed in the way of a coffin and bar chairs with spider-web designs among a plethora of spooky elements that would enthral die-hard fans of the series or those with a liking for such dark themes. But what really catches one’s attention is a gigantic wall installation of The Addams Family with all the characters of the series. To make things creepier, two false hands holding bulbs are mounted beside the installation. Talking about the inspiration of the restaurant, co- owner Karan Parvesh Singh said, “As I was born in the 1980s, I was always a fan of cartoons. I was a big fan of “The Addams Family.” That was something I grew up with and I wanted to come up with something unique.”
“We came up with the idea last year in October and we wanted to deliver a restaurant which could actually make you relive your memory of the childhood days. By November-end we made sure the concept took shape,” he added.
The restaurant houses a large bar, with incandescent lighting and wooden carvings atop it. One could comfortably be seated at the bar and enjoy the meals along with the drinks on offer.
It’s logical for a restaurant called The Addams House to have names of food items inspired by the series. Dishes named Addams Indian Lamb Chops, Morticia’s PMajor Symphony, Wednesday’s Favourite and Bun Trapped Evil Chook Burger indicate that the inspiration behind the restaurant is indeed genuine.
There is a lot in store for the alcohol lovers too. Cocktail lovers can try the deliciously concocted Death from Below, a fruity cocktail with cranberry and white rum notes, to beat the heat. Beer lovers can enjoy the three brews — Belgium Wheat Beer, Dark Lager and Pilsner — on offer. The Dark Lager especially is a brilliant drink, with a rich and smooth malt taste. —Ankit Sinha,