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GlowingGlobe
5 reviews on 1 places
A popular spot for drinks near Liverpool Street with pleasant surroundings, especially the decking area in good weather. However, our experience was underwhelming. I ordered the Bee Positive cocktail, which was neither refined nor balanced and arrived rushed after a long wait. The presentation was poor, indicating a lack of care.
Service was disjointed. If you stand at the bar, you might get served quickly, but table orders can be painfully slow. One waitress, in particular, was notably rude, standing silently looking at us until we moved without any courtesy. The team seemed unmotivated overall.
While the location is convenient and attracts a nice crowd, I won't be returning. There are better options nearby.
Service was disjointed. If you stand at the bar, you might get served quickly, but table orders can be painfully slow. One waitress, in particular, was notably rude, standing silently looking at us until we moved without any courtesy. The team seemed unmotivated overall.
While the location is convenient and attracts a nice crowd, I won't be returning. There are better options nearby.
Regrettably, our visit fell short of expectations. Despite the Cappuccino and Cinnamon French Toast being nice, the rest was all poor. The pancakes were undercooked, and the 'Nutella' was more of a runny hazelnut sauce, not the anticipated spread. Even the Choka Chocolate Shake arrived at room temperature, despite efforts to remedy it by giving me a glass of ice cubes to make it colder. Although the staff removed the pancake charge, the compensation felt inadequate for the overall experience's disappointment. A gesture more commensurate with the lapses in quality, such as waiving the entire bill of £22, would have been more fitting. Consequently, the underwhelming experience makes it unlikely for us to revisit, especially with other establishments offering consistently higher standards.
Excellent Gelateria! The ice cream flavours are mind-blowing. I can highly recommend so many from Cherry, Pineapple, Mango, Coconut, Caramel, and the real Nutella option. €3 for 2 scoops in a waffle cone – unbeatable quality and value.
Perfect for a quick stop on your travels. There are a few seats in the back to get away from the sun and enjoy your ice cream, crepes and waffles. The unexpected Bachata music was good, but a lovely Italian ambiance could heighten the experience. Fast service, though a bit indifferent. Still, I'll be back to try more flavours.
A few suggestions: Promote your brand upfront; you deserve the attention! With your awning down, you can't tell the name of the business from the opposite side of the street. Display the ice cream prominently and move the slush machine elsewhere – your ice cream is the real deal here! Keep delighting taste buds!
Perfect for a quick stop on your travels. There are a few seats in the back to get away from the sun and enjoy your ice cream, crepes and waffles. The unexpected Bachata music was good, but a lovely Italian ambiance could heighten the experience. Fast service, though a bit indifferent. Still, I'll be back to try more flavours.
A few suggestions: Promote your brand upfront; you deserve the attention! With your awning down, you can't tell the name of the business from the opposite side of the street. Display the ice cream prominently and move the slush machine elsewhere – your ice cream is the real deal here! Keep delighting taste buds!
This place is a hidden gem!
FOOD 5/5
The Prawn and Chive Dumplings blew my mind. They had whole prawns packed inside each one, making them the best dumplings I've ever had. The Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings were out of this world. They were more like a delicacy than fast food. The Chinese Wat Tan King Prawns were a pleasant surprise. I chose them based on a photo from another Google review, but the actual dish surpassed all expectations. Trust me, the photo didn't do it justice. And the Fried Ho Fun Seafood? Unbelievable.
SERVICE 4/5
The service was good, nothing extraordinary, but the server knew their stuff when asked about the dishes. The atmosphere was chilled out, and even though we arrived at 12:30, the place was already half full within 30 minutes of opening.
VALUE 4.5/5
Now let's talk value. The lunch special is a great deal at £15.95, available from 11:30 to 3 PM, Monday to Friday. If you're into seafood, it's even better. They also have a kids menu for £6.95, although it's not very authentic. Cultured kids would probably prefer the main menu. For two adults ordering the lunch special, our bill came to £38.50 with 2 large soft drinks, excluding tip. Considering the portion sizes and quality of the food, it's a bit on the pricey side for lunch, but still fair value.
This is where I finally discovered what a crab stick is truly supposed to taste like! It's mind-boggling that this place doesn't have at least a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor. It deserves more recognition for its exceptional food.
FOOD 5/5
The Prawn and Chive Dumplings blew my mind. They had whole prawns packed inside each one, making them the best dumplings I've ever had. The Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings were out of this world. They were more like a delicacy than fast food. The Chinese Wat Tan King Prawns were a pleasant surprise. I chose them based on a photo from another Google review, but the actual dish surpassed all expectations. Trust me, the photo didn't do it justice. And the Fried Ho Fun Seafood? Unbelievable.
SERVICE 4/5
The service was good, nothing extraordinary, but the server knew their stuff when asked about the dishes. The atmosphere was chilled out, and even though we arrived at 12:30, the place was already half full within 30 minutes of opening.
VALUE 4.5/5
Now let's talk value. The lunch special is a great deal at £15.95, available from 11:30 to 3 PM, Monday to Friday. If you're into seafood, it's even better. They also have a kids menu for £6.95, although it's not very authentic. Cultured kids would probably prefer the main menu. For two adults ordering the lunch special, our bill came to £38.50 with 2 large soft drinks, excluding tip. Considering the portion sizes and quality of the food, it's a bit on the pricey side for lunch, but still fair value.
This is where I finally discovered what a crab stick is truly supposed to taste like! It's mind-boggling that this place doesn't have at least a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor. It deserves more recognition for its exceptional food.
Great location, atmosphere and service. Food was nice but nothing wow!
Lamb kebab 4/5. Chicken souvlaki 3/5. Saganaki 5/5. Mussels in wine 4.5/5 Salmon tagliatelle 4.5/5. Cod Fish 4/5. Greek Salad 5/5.
We were recommended by a local to go here as it is his favourite place for a swim and then coming here for the fish. He was definitely right about the location on the beach but atmosphere was better than the food.
Lamb kebab 4/5. Chicken souvlaki 3/5. Saganaki 5/5. Mussels in wine 4.5/5 Salmon tagliatelle 4.5/5. Cod Fish 4/5. Greek Salad 5/5.
We were recommended by a local to go here as it is his favourite place for a swim and then coming here for the fish. He was definitely right about the location on the beach but atmosphere was better than the food.