Young and Jacksons — Restaurant in Melbourne

Chloe was the worst Bartender EVER. First she gave attitude with saying, “You’ve got 10 minutes to order”. That’s how we were greeted. So we ordered food first thing. I asked, “Did she have the ingredients to make a certain drink”. I asked if she had whiskey. Yes she answered, I asked if she had simple syrup. Yes, she answered,I asked if she had mint leaves. Yes! She’s like I can’t ring you up because that cocktail is not in the computer. I told her it’s not a cocktail because a cocktail is a mixture of two or more liquors, for this is just one and like the only shot of alcohol is whiskey you can’t charge me individually for a shot of whiskey? She’s like I feel you’re disrespecting me by telling me that. no, I’m just telling you what a cocktail is if you work in a bar. She said with attitude you can go upstairs and order the drink and bring it down here because you can’t bring your food upstairs. I go upstairs. The bar was not open. I come back downstairs to the second bar because Chloe was busy having a personal conversation and couldn’t be bothered with a guest of the bar. I asked the Coworker gentleman behind the bar. Can he make this drink? He said yes I like how according to your coworker she couldn’t because it wasn’t in the register as soon as she found out that I asked the guy that was going to make it a drink for me. She had a conniption fit and she’s like, maybe that’s how you do it in the states but you’re disrespecting me and you need to leave. I said, I think it’s funny how you cannot give what a customer desires, but this gentleman your coworker could. And she’s like that’s not the way we run here in Australia. She got security because she was not happy with the fact that she told me no the first time and I did what she asked and I came back downstairs and I found somebody else who could and then made her look stupid. I told her I was going to write a bad review of her service and she’s like go ahead. I get them all the time and then I said I would take some personal inventory if I were you if you get that many with that attitude of yours. The point is avoid this woman Chloe at all cost. She has major attitude and she has no guest service...

Chloé, a well-known oil painting by the French academic painter Jules Lefebvre, was completed in 1875. The painting, which is an iconic part of Melbourne, Australia's cultural landscape, has a fascinating history. The Painting and its Subject Artist and Year: Jules Lefebvre, 1875. Medium: Oil on canvas. Dimensions: 260 cm × 139 cm. Subject: The painting depicts a nude woman, representing the naiad (water nymph) Chloé from a poem by the 18th-century French poet André Chénier. Model: The model for the painting has been the subject of much speculation and myth-making. She is believed to have been a 19-year-old Parisian woman named Marie. History and Location Paris Salon: The painting was first exhibited at the prestigious Paris Salon in 1875, where it received critical acclaim and a Gold Medal of Honour. Arrival in Australia: Chloé was later brought to Australia, where it was displayed at the 1879 Sydney International Exhibition and the 1880 Melbourne International Exhibition, winning gold medals at both events. Purchase and Controversy: In 1883, it was purchased by a Melbourne doctor, Thomas Fitzgerald, for a very high price. He loaned it to the National Gallery of Victoria, but due to its full-frontal nudity, it caused a scandal in conservative Melbourne society and was removed after only three weeks. Permanent Home: In 1909, after Fitzgerald's death, the painting was acquired at auction by Henry Figsby Young, the owner of the Young and Jackson Hotel. It has been on permanent display in the hotel's main bar ever since, becoming a beloved cultural icon and a landmark of the city. Cultural Significance Chloé holds a special place in Australian history, particularly in Melbourne. It has been a subject of controversy and romantic mythologizing and is an enduring symbol for generations of Australian servicemen, who would visit the painting for good luck before being deployed. The painting's unusual location in a public pub has undoubtedly contributed to its widespread recognition and its status as a piece of...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Young and Jackson in Melbourne, and overall, it was a good experience. The ambiance of the restaurant was inviting and cozy, setting the stage for an enjoyable evening.

The standout of the evening was definitely the Mulled Wine. It was a delightful and comforting beverage, perfect for the colder weather. The warm and aromatic blend of spices in the Mulled Wine was a real treat, and it added a lovely touch to the dining experience.

While the majority of the meals were served promptly and tasted delicious, I must admit that there was a minor hiccup. Unfortunately, one of the meals took quite a bit longer to arrive, about 30 minutes after everyone else at the table had been served. It was a bit of a letdown, as we were all eagerly looking forward to enjoying our meals together. However, the staff was apologetic about the delay, and once the dish finally arrived, it was well-prepared and tasty.

Despite the slight delay, the attentive service and the enjoyable ambiance made up for it. The staff was friendly and accommodating throughout the evening, ensuring we had everything we needed to make our dinner enjoyable.

In conclusion, Young and Jackson provided a pleasant dining experience with the highlight being the wonderful Mulled Wine. The slight delay in one of the meals was a minor setback, but the overall atmosphere and service made the evening a positive one. I would consider revisiting Young and Jackson in the future, especially for their delightful drinks and...