Alastair Dsouza
Google
Edit: I would encourage people to read the owners response to any negative reviews posted. to where the owner continues to prove my point and is dismissive of any and all criticism having formulated that the customer is always in the wrong.By requesting to speak to the manager we are now labelled disruptive and loud.My opinion still stands and I do not recommend this restaurant.
As my friend and I were walking past this restaurant, we noticed a signboard advertising Happy Hour from 4–6 p.m. and decided to give it a try. We arrived at 5:15 p.m., ordered two cocktails (assuming they were under the Happy Hour offer), a starter — Tandoori Broccoli Pakora — and two mains: the “Finger Licking Lamb Shoulder Curry” and Stuffed Paneer + Charred Red Pepper Korma. We followed up with a few more cocktails — all ordered before 6 p.m. — and wrapped up with a Suji Halva Cake for dessert, which was recommended by our waitress and thoroughly enjoyable.
While the food was flavorful, I found it a bit overpriced for the portion sizes — $30 and $29 for the mains felt steep.
After receiving and paying the bill, we noticed that the cocktails were not charged at the Happy Hour rate. When we asked our hostess about the discrepancy, she explained that the promotion applied to a separate Happy Hour menu, which we had not been given. When we asked why it wasn't offered, she told us we should have asked for it.
We shared our feedback, noting that this seemed misleading and could easily be avoided in the future by simply informing guests about the separate menu. The manager, who had seated us, came over — but was dismissive and condescending, saying we “should have specifically asked for the Happy Hour menu,” and that he “wasn’t aware of the time” and “can’t offer all menu items at Happy Hour prices.”
We weren’t looking for compensation — just offering feedback so others aren’t misled as we were. Unfortunately, the manager’s attitude left a bad impression. A restaurant is a reflection of its leadership, and when that leadership is unprofessional and dismissive, it overshadows the efforts of the rest of the staff.
While the hostess was lovely and the dessert was a highlight, I would not recommend this restaurant. The food may be decent, but the owner’s attitude much like their cocktails — left a sour taste in my mouth.