- 整體 2
- 食物 4
- 服務 2
- 氛圍 2
I had a small filet duo (photo attached), French fries, a side mixed green salad, a bottle of sparkling water, two glasses of the second cheapest house red wine (Argentinian) and my bill, including VAT of 8% on Food, plus VAT of 10%, came to a total of VND 3,195,600.
The food was all prepared to a high standard and the house wine was pleasing.
Four caveats I should mention to qualify my review comments.
1. I was shocked that smoking is allowed inside the restaurant. It was explained that the manager allows smoking by people seated at the bar. Given that the bar seating area dominates what is a small ground floor table seating area, this means that if you are with children, have chest issues, or simply expect to eat in a "smoke free" environment, you are in for a surprise. The friend of the manager - shown in the white shirt in my photo - was vaping all evening and the air stank with the smell. When I raised this issue, the staff refused to intervene so the smoke smell got worse throughout my meal. The manager sanctions, approves smoking in this restaurant. Shock, horror. Be warned.
2. The internal area is quite dense, with not much space between tables. This is common in bistro-type environments, but would not be suitable if you expect a quiet dinner with space around you.
3. Be careful when you read the menu pricing. The actual prices are shown in black - ignore the red prices unless you go on the one evening each month when these lower prices apply. This pricing is misleading on the Web site - it seems in places that the red prices apply at all times. You will pay the black prices, unless you plan your trip for the one time a month when the lower prices apply.
4. The overall bill I received was correct, but I though the pricing was too high. There are other, better value options if you want a good steak dinner in Ho Chi Minh City.
I hope this review is helpful.