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I have dined in many Ritz-Carlton "The Grill" restaurants. This was the worst when it came to setting. I felt like I was in a big cafeteria under huge square gl... read more I have dined in many Ritz-Carlton "The Grill" restaurants. This was the worst when it came to setting. I felt like I was in a big cafeteria under huge square glaring fluorescent lights (see photos) that killed any atmosphere. Honestly, my high school cafeteria was nicer. And they are so bright, the candle on the table is hilarious and there's no way you can see out the window to the water due to the reflection. I have never seen a "Grill" room quite like this. Apparently the VW people make the restaurant turn on all the lights and that's too bad since it totally ruins the atmosphere for any non-VW diners. After a day of touring and drive from Berlin, we had arrived hopeful for a relaxing dinner in the hotel. One restaurant, Aqua, was closed. The bar was under construction. The Grill was the one and only choice. When we went to reserve, we were told there were parties that night and they could not handle hotel guests until after 8:30 PM (??). So we went down at that time, and still had to wait; we were given a drink which was nice, they really tried, but clearly the VW crowd is very demanding and comes first ahead of hotel guests. The meal was average, they tried really hard with the service and the manager was just lovely and kind and apologized, it wasn't her fault. But clearly VW rules here, and what a really ugly restaurant this is - no warmth, no charm, just big bright horrible fluorescent lights and middle of the road food.

Ritz Carlton standard; great food and almost perfect service. The dresscode was less formal than expected and therefore very appreciated. Take a pre-dinner drin... read more Ritz Carlton standard; great food and almost perfect service. The dresscode was less formal than expected and therefore very appreciated. Take a pre-dinner drink in the bar and watch the outdoor pool