Gourmet Italian Cuisine - ABSECON

Last night we had my daughters 18th birthday here and I’ve been here many times and have always had amazing experiences but last night they knocked it out of the park. The food, the environment, the staff, everything 5 . The server Ryan was amazing, friendly and patient. I’ve been out to other establishments with just two people and the service he provided to over 20 people was leaps and bounds better. There was also a woman I forget her name but she had blonde hair and glasses she was so friendly and helpful as well. Thank you Ryan and the entire Gourmet staff for making my daughters birthday dinner truly amazing. We are customers for life. Thank you again.

I had bad experiences in the past here. I had to go recently for a holiday lunch with my employer and administration. I sat in the worst possible seat. The sun was shining through a window in front of my face. I could not see because of the brightness. I couldn't move because we were a table of 10 and the table behind me was occupied. I couldn't escape the brightness no matter how much I shifted my body. We ordered, an hour later our lunch arrived. We had to get back to work. My administrator asked for boxes as our food was being put in front of us. From what I understand the tip was already calculated in when my administrator received the bill?? I guess this establishment doesn't even have to try. I'll never go there again. I'd recommend it for take out but be careful, the last time I did that I overheard a comment that I didn't include a tip. Tip for what? It wasn't driven to my house, I picked it up!

We were treated upon entry and seated within a few minutes. Not busy so our request for a table away from the setting sun was granted. Our waitress was friendly at first but seemed more geared to training of the new hire. The meal was good for the type of food that was ordered. They have all kinds of Italian favorites on the menu. The cheese cake was delicious. They will bring a bottle of cold water to the table. The restaurant was no full but the bar was packed. Tables were preset and utensils wrapped in the cloth napkins. There is a outside smoking area. Restrooms are clean. The manager is quite concerned about the quality of service and did enquiry about our comfort. Nice place to have a catered event. Not cheap though. The atmosphere was comfortable. Could improve in the future on how to approach a customer in a friendly but professional manner.

Antipasto for 2 and the stuffed Mushrooms is what my husband and I had *DELICIOUS*

Charged my card wrong amount and I’m told it’s not fixable… huh? You guys charge $20 extra and can’t help me get my money? I’ve never left a bad review for anywhere in my life so that should tell you plenty about how this place conducts business. Avoid.