Grandmaster Recorders Events

I visited this restaurant for a Valentine’s Day special, a surprise from my partner. While I tried to remain positive, the experience fell short of expectations, particularly when the main course arrived. Let me start from the beginning: upon arrival, the hostess appeared overwhelmed, and despite having a reservation, we weren’t given a clear wait time estimate. After being directed upstairs, we waited nearly an hour and were finally seated around 10 PM. Our server didn’t introduce themselves—I had to ask for their name. Given that my partner had requested plant-based options in advance and considering the pricing, we anticipated a well-prepared meal. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. For approximately $300 (including drinks), the meal consisted of uninspired dishes heavy on olive oil, wheat, tomato sauce, and semolina. While the drinks were enjoyable, the overall experience—from service to management to the food—was underwhelming. I understand that holidays like Valentine’s Day can be busy, but serving a lackluster pasta dish as the main course felt disrespectful, especially at that price point. It wouldn’t have been difficult to elevate the dish with simple additions like spinach, broccoli, or asparagus. In 2025, offering a thoughtful, inclusive vegan option shouldn’t be a challenge. This experience taught us a lesson: for future Valentine’s Days, we’ll likely stay home rather than fall for overpriced, underwhelming set menus. The restaurant seems to rely more on hype than quality. Thankfully, we redeemed the next day with an excellent meal at Pura Vita. While I dislike leaving negative reviews, the overall experience felt disrespectful given the amount we paid. Attached picture shows the “Main course Meal” (plant based) 🤯!