Tempest sits on N Market Street in Ansonborough, running as a coastal modern-American restaurant built around a raw bar and a full dinner menu. The raw bar covers chilled and charcoal-roasted oysters and shrimp, plus tuna crudo dressed in ponzu and calamansi, while the Ocean Rolls — nori milk bread with whipped butter and furikake — have become a standout starter.
The rest of the menu splits between pasta (cacio e pepe, rigatoni bolognese) and mains like charcoal roasted swordfish, braised short ribs, steak frites, and a burger finished with bay sauce. Smaller plates include PEI mussels with bacon and fennel and short rib arancini with Pecorino Romano.
The bar runs a full cocktail list, including house drinks like the Stained Glass Ceiling and Tradewind alongside spirit-free options, backed by a wine list running from by-the-glass pours to Champagne. Regulars point to consistent service and atmosphere alongside the food.
The rest of the menu splits between pasta (cacio e pepe, rigatoni bolognese) and mains like charcoal roasted swordfish, braised short ribs, steak frites, and a burger finished with bay sauce. Smaller plates include PEI mussels with bacon and fennel and short rib arancini with Pecorino Romano.
The bar runs a full cocktail list, including house drinks like the Stained Glass Ceiling and Tradewind alongside spirit-free options, backed by a wine list running from by-the-glass pours to Champagne. Regulars point to consistent service and atmosphere alongside the food.