Tchaikovsky - Tallinn

We visited Restaurant Tchaikovsky on Saturday, May 2nd, at 6:00 PM to celebrate my 40th birthday with 12 of my closest friends. We were looking forward to an ev... read more We visited Restaurant Tchaikovsky on Saturday, May 2nd, at 6:00 PM to celebrate my 40th birthday with 12 of my closest friends. We were looking forward to an evening of exquisite food and excellent service, but unfortunately, the experience turned out to be a great disappointment. We opted for the restaurant's five-course menu with a paired wine package, but the meal stretched over three and a half hours—far beyond what is reasonable for this type of service. Several of the courses were delayed for an unnecessary amount of time, and on multiple occasions, we had to go to the bar ourselves to get drinks, as the waiters did not follow up. We raised our concerns early with the waiter, but the response was minimal. Only after bringing it up again were we informed that the kitchen had insufficient capacity that evening, and we were offered an extra round of wine as compensation. One of the most striking details was the use of a measuring glass to portion the wine before pouring it into our glasses—an unusual practice that reinforced the impression of minimal generosity. Despite the restaurant’s reputation, we left the place both hungry and thirsty after what was supposed to be a high-class dining experience. Unfortunately, Restaurant Tchaikovsky did not live up to expectations, and we cannot recommend the place based on our experience. Food: 4 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 4 Meal type: Dinner Price per person: €100+

Terrible service, or actually no service at all. Please do not waist your time, there is a lot more better restaurants in Tallinn… read more Terrible service, or actually no service at all. Please do not waist your time, there is a lot more better restaurants in Tallinn…

No space; running like horses! Half empty restaurant. Seemed a little weak to me. Now it took them 10 minutes to even come to the front to speak with me, soooo... read more No space; running like horses! Half empty restaurant. Seemed a little weak to me. Now it took them 10 minutes to even come to the front to speak with me, soooo not impressed with such great service comments. Oh well...things change.

I am writing this a bit late and unfortunately I have forgotten what we ate at Tchaikovsky. I do remember that it was good. The most memorable thing about the e... read more I am writing this a bit late and unfortunately I have forgotten what we ate at Tchaikovsky. I do remember that it was good. The most memorable thing about the evening was the service, and not in a good way unfortunately. A white wine in my wife’s wine package was obviously faulty. However, the waiter did not seem to believe her. I was forced to say very emphatically that the wine was indeed faulty. Only then did the waiter take it back and we were offered a glass from a newly opened bottle. Not sure how often this happens but it was not a nice experience. And not something that should happen in a restaurant like this.

One of the finest restaurants I have ever had the pleasure of eating at. Breakfast has a Buffett option or a generous menu selection. Breakfast Buffett has eggs... read more One of the finest restaurants I have ever had the pleasure of eating at. Breakfast has a Buffett option or a generous menu selection. Breakfast Buffett has eggs, bacon, cereals, porridge, a variety of cut meats, breads, salad items, juices, and drinks. Service is very attentive and responsive. Dinner selections are fairly broad, with beef, duck, nice deserts, and a good wine selection. Reservations for dinner like many restaurants in Old Town are pretty much required.