"Being
based next to Albert's Shed restaurant in Castlefield,
we get to see the hundreds of customers who flock
there on a daily basis. We've obviously also been
customers ourselves on many an occasion. The decor
and location, with plenty of parking too, make
it the ideal restaurant for a business meeting
or romantic meal. The food is also of a good quality,
an International menu with more than a nod to
Italy. On our latest visit, my Salmon and Lemongrass
Fishcake starter was tasty but so hot it burnt
the top of my mouth - fortunately not enough to
kill my taste buds. Service was good although
during the course of the night would see us served
by almost every member of staff. A personal waiter
delegated to serve specific tables would have
been far better and resulted in less "somebody's
already taken our order" responses to their
questions.
Described
on the menu as 'definitely one to try!', the Confit
Duckleg with a Strawberry and Cracked Black Pepper
sauce was slightly overhyped but still tasty and
great value for money at just £12.95 with
two side portions included in the price. The fact
that we ordered two duck portions may have explained
the lengthy wait for it to be served, however
looking at people on other tables around us, mainly
business people, there seemed to be a few other
diners growing impatient too - perhaps they'd
also fallen for the description of the 'definitely
one to try' duck. Prices are excellent yet it
is still up there with the smartest restaurants
in town. A few minor changes and it would certainly
become the best restaurant in town. That said,
the view from our office window confirms it is
definitely one of the busiest restaurants in town
so they're obviously doing something right."
-
Restaurants Of Manchester ~ 17/9/2007 (visited
on a Monday evening)
