Ivan Ivanov
Google
My wife and I had an absolutely unforgettable evening at the Gallery Restaurant. From the moment we arrived, everything just felt easy and welcoming — including parking, which was a pleasant surprise given how busy the resort was. Despite the lot being full, there were still plenty of spots available right by the entrance.
Walking into the grand hall with the piano as a centerpiece immediately set the tone — upscale and elegant, yet warm and inviting. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with high-backed booths that provide a wonderful sense of privacy while still letting you enjoy the atmosphere.
We were greeted and seated right away, and our server Gerry arrived almost instantly. She introduced herself, thanked us for coming, and asked about our plans for the evening. We told her we weren’t in a rush — just looking to relax, enjoy great food and drinks, and meet some people along the way. She smiled and promised we’d have a lot of fun. And she was absolutely right.
The evening unfolded like something out of a movie. As we settled in with appetizers and drinks, Gerry introduced us to Sal from Italy — a server who’s been with the team for over a decade. We casually mentioned that I had proposed to my wife at this very table ten years ago, and that sparked a really special conversation. Shortly after, Robert, the restaurant manager and sommelier, came by to introduce himself and warmly welcome us.
Then came the food. Everything was delicious and beautifully presented. Juan, the F&B manager, came out personally to greet us — which gave us the chance to thank him directly. We had chosen the lamb for our main course, but my wife had mentioned earlier that the only time she’d ever had truly perfect scallops was years ago.
Not long after, a surprise plate arrived — a special scallop appetizer, sent by the Chef de Cuisine, Bryan Peterson, just for her to try. It was a complete surprise and absolutely incredible. The fact that Gerry had quietly passed along what my wife said, and that the chef took the time to create something just for her, really blew us away. A few minutes later, Bryan himself came out to our table, told us about the dish, and chatted with us. My wife told him — sincerely — that he’s a rising star, and she wouldn’t be surprised if one day he’s running a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Throughout the evening, Gerry kept us smiling with thoughtful wine pairings and wonderful conversation. Sal returned later to share a few laughs with us, and by the end of the night, it genuinely felt like we’d spent the evening among friends. At one point, I glanced at the clock and couldn’t believe it — we had arrived at 6:30 PM, and it was already 9:30. Three hours had flown by.
We dine at top restaurants often, and while many of them are excellent, I rarely leave reviews. But this experience was different. It wasn’t just a great meal — it was a truly special night. Gerry and the entire team turned what started as “just dinner” into something we’ll remember for a long time.
Thank you, Gerry, Sal, Robert, Bryan, and Juan — you truly made our night. We’ll be back.