Reviews

Overall Total Score
2.8 out of 5
Average | 255 reviews

What User doesn't like about The Alex:
My steak arrived without the garnish, which went unnoticed at first, but then an apologetic waiter brought us a bowl of cress and arugula. We chose to sit under the terrace heating, but by the end of our meal, it became too hot, and when we asked to turn it off, the staff couldn’t isolate that heater from the others. As a result, we decided to skip dessert and leave. If I had read the other negative reviews of this r... View all feedback. What User likes about The Alex:
The cocktails were great, the staff and the ambience were both amazing. The crispy chicken was pretty bland, chewy and a bit too oily for my taste. Other than that it was a really nice experience View all feedback.

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1.8 ★ from 10 reviews

My steak arrived without the garnish, which went unnoticed at first, but then an apologetic waiter brought us a bowl of cress and arugula. We chose to sit under...

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This restaurant accepted our reservation but failed to mention that they were closed. We arrived to dine, only to find them shut!

We were not allowed to sit at the table we reserved, and when our food arrived, it was not only incorrect but also not even from the full menu. I ordered a medi...

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Only 6 things on the main course menu and two of them they did not have. Ended up eating dry, undercooked, bland pasta. My friend had lamb that was supposed to...

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While the brunch menu is on Open Table, the venue does not serve brunch. Wish I knew that before booking.

Opentable
3.6 ★ from 245 reviews
ChloeF
25.12.2023 - 10:40

From the beginning, we were treated quite unfairly. The staff didn’t seem eager to serve us at all. I had made a reservation for my 18th birthday, and while I w...

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ClaireM
25.12.2023 - 10:40

My food arrived cold, so I had to send it back twice, and they still charged me for the meal.

SorchaNiLuing
25.12.2023 - 10:40

The Secret Garden is a charming place with a lovely atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Although the menu is limited, the quality of t...

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Rodrigo
25.12.2023 - 10:40

Loved everything and my friends really did enjoy. We would definitely be doing this again

MaireadD
25.12.2023 - 10:40

Food was absolutely delicious and good value. We had to wait a while but I understand it was lunchtime and it was busy. Staff are always very professional and f...

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