Jean Kilroe

Warmly welcomed on a busy Saturday afternoon. Given the finest seat in the house, apparently where the boss sits! We made ourselves at home and the excellent service ensured that we continued to feel like that from start to finish. The lunch menu is not convoluted so it's easy to decide and order without fuss. The gambas are recommended, so we had this and a starter salad that was fresh and substantial. Next we went for the chicken dish and fish (hake) and chips, a smaller offering on the plate, but tasty and delicious. Still room, so we went all in with a cheese board and creme brulee, a must in any French establishment. The biscotti with it was different, and welcomed. If one is to look for anything to improve, we could only suggest that the soft cheese be better...easy fix. Lots of high bar stool seating, which may not be for you, but worked well for us in this bistro-style set-up. Staff were wonderful and had fabulous energy and commitment. Good for families, seating down the back and or a friendly meet up- as it's so central and good value with the lunch/pre-theatre special. Tres bien.

Fine museum dedicated to many cultures. I got to experience the perspectives and artifacts from around the world, many of which were new to me. Fine building, old, restored and new. FREE

Queued to enter. 3 storey Berlin gallery, with a floor dedicated to an artist! Another floor was closed off to us, disappointingly early! Having said that, we were 'impressed' as we did get to see Manet, Monet, Cezane and Renoir too. My perspective, as for our Gallery back home we too have invested in such a fine collection...and it's free.

Lovely walk around the grounds, but trail is mucky. Kids played in both playgrounds. Coffee available in coach House. Toilets available.

Great find. Romantic style with authentic French food. Great choice, great value too in 'plage du jour' however we did our own and went for the escargot, veal casserole, seabass- which was succulent and divine. Had the vine de Chen.. fermented wine aperitif that worked well with the rich snail sauce. Friendly French relaxed service too.