Mattia
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Two sandwiches cost a whopping €36! That on its own should speak volumes but it's worth elaborating just how profoundly disappointing this place is. One might mistakenly think the price is warranted by some form of logic. Let me be clear: there is no form of business mental gymnastics that can provide a satisfactory answer. First, the positives, so you know that I do not troll. The space is beyond cute, it is adorable. Juniors has a simple but refined outdoor covered outdoor space that has quite an idyllic charm to it. It makes up in vibe and charm what it thoroughly lacks in real view (it really only looks onto the SPAR and pub across the road, quite grimly if you ask me). Service is middling. The waitresses are accommodating but they are dreadfully slow to prepare the food which also takes ages and comes colder than takeaway that needs to traverse the city. Considering these two criteria alone I would not rate Juniors higher than a 3. Harsh but abundantly fair. Once we tried the food and realized the price/value ratio (or lack thereof) that is unfortunately when it became apparent that a decent cratering of this otherwise bland and average outfit was required. First know that they specialize in sandwiches and brunch food and every item on the menu approaches €20 or is a few € over that threshold. The food itself is as generic as it can get. Juniors is not the first place, nor will it be the last, to make it's business model putting together very standard amalgamations of extremely cheap ingredients and passing them off as "gourmet". We were there at 1.15 (a very reasonable lunch hour) and they had already run out of their steak and chicken sandwiches (which frankly sounded the most appetizing). A pointed but not insurmountable disappointment. I ordered the Beef Brisket, kindly asking the kitchen to swap out the bagel for a ciabatta (the right choice IMO), while my partner settled on the California, also on a ciabatta instead of the bagel found on the menu. I'm fond of Beef Brisket especially considering its very humble history as an overlooked cut that would in fact often get binned. I was shocked to see Juniors pass it off as of similar value to a steak. Especially considering their Beef Brisket sandwich is 1 part brisket (very dry and overcooked), 4 parts coleslaw (another incredibly cheap to make concoction) and just a few leaves of rocket... The California similarly is nothing more than a BLT with avocado and arugula instead of the lettuce. Lazy and far from impressive if you ask me. Additional negative points would be warranted for just slapping the avocado in the sandwich with no form of treatment, adding to the total lack of flavour and enjoyability as you will often find yourself fighting against slippery motions of the single slice of avocado, trying to eat it before it has a chance to slide out. Both came with fries. I've been more impressed by frozen fries from Tesco. Overall an abysmal experience. This was also my first time visiting despite being in the area for 5 years. I will happily go another 5 years (and hopefully longer) without returning.
