Kwong Hung Tang
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Thoughtful Service at Le Comptoir
My companion and I dined at Le Comptoir, opting for the “à la truffle" set dinner with a 7-glass wine pairing for myself. What stood out most was the spontaneous, attentive service.
Initially seated near the entrance where airflow was weaker, the staff quickly noticed our discomfort and adjusted the air conditioning for us—a small but meaningful gesture.
Before the “heart of veal filet” course is served on the table, my wine was heavily oxidized already, making it difficult to enjoy the dish. Upon mentioning this, the team promptly replaced it with a freshly opened bottle, ensuring the pairing shone as intended.
Later, with the cheese board” (3 soft cheeses + 1 medium as we opted for), the sommelier initially served a wine that didn’t match my preference. But after I expressed a desire for something with more structured tannins, they switched it to a Port without hesitation—perfect!
Noticing we couldn’t finish the last few dishes, the staff checked if we were full and even offered sweets to take home, lest we felt hungry later. Such proactive thoughtfulness is rare.
Final Thoughts
Le Comptoir excels in reading guests’ needs and responding gracefully. Highly recommended for those who value intuitive service (though the pre-course bread is served stone cold, if that matters to you).