Mixed message: A four-in-one restaurant

At Ana La Santa there are four eating areas, visually demarcated by different but cohesive interior spaces, created by studio Sandra Tarruella Interioristas.

There is the greenhouse-style café where diners can pick at tapas and casual fare, sitting on wooden chairs, surrounded by greenery. On the other side of the room is a lounge with couches, a fireplace and bookcases for casual afternoon relaxing. Then there is the fine dining corner, replete with white tables cloths, wine glasses and a full menu. Bringing the entire split-level space together is a central bar, which encapsulates the spirit of Ana La Santa.

We are beginning to see the retail notion of zoning used more in restaurants to create a novel dining experience. For more, read our Innovate profile of Jason Atherton’s Shanghai restaurant The Commune Social.