that he creates behind the sushi bar. Partner that with delicious fresh creations that Head Chef, John Lin brings you from the kitchen and you have the first fine restaurant in Gulf Breeze. From pan-seared salmon to the Thai Seafood Curry Hot Pot you will find something new everyday.

Paradise Roll topped with crab salad and yellowfin tuna. Owner Kevin Lin trained for six years under the head sushi master at Tao, a famous Manhattan sushi restaurant, after arriving in the U.S. He later moved to Greenwich Connecticut to serve as Head Chef at Bamboo Asian Tapas for three years, where he met chef John Lin who previously trained at Nobu Japanese Restaurant.

Both chefs taste every piece of fresh seafood delivered and with their discriminating taste only buys the freshest to make their creations. Once the seafood has been chosen, Head Chef John Lin gets to work on his creative process, like a sculpture with his clay, fusing western flavors with eastern cuisine and presenting them like a work of art. Sushi Chef Kevin Lin artfully rolls fresh fish into sushi rolls sashimi dinners and appetizers like Tuna Tar tare, almost too beautiful to eat.

Chefs John & Kevin Lin With the friendly, smiling faces of the staff and the fused cuisine the dining experience is unforgettable. Mandarin Moon is an establishment that was greatly needed in Gulf Breeze and will be around for a long time.

Wes Fontaine gives his testimonial on Mandarin Moon, who opened Sunday July 18th. "Everything about this restaurant defies your preconceived notions. From the stylishly modern decor to the edible art that comes pouring out of the kitchen, this is not your typical sweet and sour chicken/fried rice Chinese restaurant.

From the tuna Tar tare appetizer to the seafood curry to the spare ribs to the unbelievably fresh sushi and sashimi, Mandarin Moon brings you familiar ingredients in new, exciting ways. The plates arrive with fresh flower garnishes and an attention to detail that is sorely lacking in most establishments. The chef's French training is on magnificent display with each new fusion of flavors and ingredients that finds its way to your table.

The service is attentive and very friendly and the prices are very reasonable for the quality of dining experience you will enjoy. Make Mandarin Moon your new favorite restaurant. I did."

Don't forget to call 932-8868 for take out, catering, private parties and private chef for hire. Mandarin Moon is open Monday thru Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday and Saturday 11am - 11pm and Sunday 12pm - 9:30pm at 3733 Gulf Breeze Pkwy in Tiger Point, just west of Wal-Mart behind Tuffy's.

Tuna tartare appetizer, below and sashimi dinner, right