Sisao Restaurant — Restaurant in Lambertville

I'm happy to say that Chef Brian Held just opened Lambertville’s newest restaurant, Sisao. Chef Brian is already a celebrated name in the local food scene, known for his mastery in creating French culinary delights. Now, he brings his expertise to the fore with the opening of Sisao, a new gem in the heart of Lambertville, located at the nostalgic 9 Klines Court – the very place where his old “Brian's Restaurant” once stood.

The renovated space is beautiful and warmly inviting, featuring comfortable furnishings, lush ferns, elegant chandeliers, and an open kitchen that sets the stage.

The food, oh the food! Each dish was amazing, from the artistic presentation to the symphony of flavors. The yellowtail snapper with seafood paella risotto, the duck breast with spaetzle, the seared rare tuna, and the caramelized onion lasagna were fabulous. Not to mention the unforgettable scallop gnocchi, quail egg over bacon and rye toast, sweet potato ravioli, and more.

Sisao redefines seafood dining, infusing it with the soul of the South of France. but Brian’s menu isn’t just seafood. The menu has other choices– from succulent beef and chicken to perfectly executed duck and imaginative vegetarian dishes.

Whether you choose from the a la carte menu during the week or indulge in the weekend's $75 three-course prix fixe, every dish is a testament to Brian's unwavering commitment to quality and creativity.

And for wine enthusiasts, Sisao's BYOB policy is a delightful perk, complemented by the wine shop just across the street.

Last evening at Sisao was not just a meal, but a memorable experience in fine dining. From the warm welcome to the last bite, everything was impeccable.

We left with plans to return, eager to explore more of Chef Brian's culinary creations including Lobster Thermidor and his locally famous Bananas Foster.

Please check out Sisao and welcome Chef Brian Held and his lovely wife, Judith, back to...

Sisao (‘oasis’ backwards) is a hidden gem of a BYOB on the side streets of Lambertville. We had never heard of the restaurant and thought we’d give it a try. Let me tell you - Chef Brian did not disappoint with his three-course price fixed dinner. There is SO much to pick from, it was near impossible to choose. What was even more amazing is you can do the standard size dish or a smaller version depending on how hungry you are. And no, it’s not lunch prices and sizes. It’s genius for a multi-course meal. The highlights from our meal- The staff: seriously. Shout out to them. So welcoming from the start. Never rushed us. Asked us if we needed a break before jumping in to dessert. Attentive without being overbearing. A difficult balance they executed flawlessly. Sea scallops with black truffle risotto: sensational. I would have licked my bowl if that was acceptable Squid puttanesca: it’s a fine line between undercooked squid til it turns rubbery, and this was an exceptional cook. Pork tenderloin: flavorful and so moist Rack of lamb with leeks: a jus you never knew you needed. Bread pudding: unsung hero of the desserts. Amazing. And simple berries and vanilla ice cream? There’s nothing simple about it.

Shout out to Chef Brian and Sisao. We cannot wait to come back.

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We had a nice meal but service was strange. We sat for a very, very long time before anyone took our order & there were only 3 other tables full at the time. The man was sassy when my husband asked him to describe a dish, but his interaction was better later on. I was excited when I saw monkfish on the menu & it was delicious. The hash brown like potatoes with it had no flavor, I wished it had come with the tasty mashed potatoes like the other meals. I really enjoyed the carrots & surprisingly was one of my favorite things, everyone gave me there's. (I say surprisingly bc I usually don't like cooked carrots, but the al dente, slight sweet flavor was perfect) Everything was good but I was disappointed for my husband when they set down a very flat piece of lasagna. Where were all the layers? Other diners pictures showed a very tall full layered portion of lasagna, I don't know what happened to his, it was weird & small. We dined here alot as Brian's & sadly have to say we liked it better then. Overall, the food was good but we don't feel the beef warranted an extra $15 surcharge & the set price was a bit too...