Named after the freewheeling gypsy, Gitane is a modern, funky, and artistically bold new restaurant coming to San Francisco. The interior decor from Mr. Important Design unabashedly integrates vibes from three separate decades — the Euro-themed 50's, Hippie-Driven 60's and Big Bling 70's giving the space a traditional yet modern, eclectic feel. Artwork from Turkey and the U.K. will flank the walls, including the Goya-esque photography of Nazif Topçuoglu and the vintage fantasies of Deborah Bowness's hand printed wallpapers. Riffs on French mid-century design elements come by way of two huge vintage chandeliers based on 50's French design as well as mid-century lighting that has been collected from various sources throughout Europe. Specialty fabrics designed by Nina Campbell, furnishings from Anthropolgie and Tom Dixon will round out the rooms. Simple, approachable bistro fare emblematic of the Basque Region will draw inspiration from neighboring Spain, France, and Portugal and an elevated bar program will pair these exotic tastes and sensations with unique and interesting sherries, cavas, madeiras, Spanish brandies, and innovative hand-crafted cocktails and small-estate wines.

Gitane Restaurant and Bar is set to open mid Summer 2008.