MisoSexy — Restaurant in Delhi

I normally wouldn’t take the time or effort to provide such a detailed negative review, but MisoSexy deserves a special mention in the annals of places to avoid.

It began well with the manager Gautam taking some extra effort to provide us with an outdoor table with a beautiful view of the Qutub. Unfortunately, that was the only positive of the evening.

The dim sum was good, but the baos were spectacularly ordinary. The cocktails’ primary ingredients were ice and water. Perhaps if the cocktails had contained the recommended amount of alcohol, I may have overlooked most of the restaurant’s transgressions.

We were hard sold the Cantonese Sliced Chicken by more than one of their servers. The two of us shared one piece, and it was a complete disaster. We’ve had better Chinese chicken at roadside eateries.

Again, the manager Gautam sold us the black bean sauce chicken gravy with rice. This turned out to be a Rs.1,300 Dal Tadka with rice.

Having quite lost our appetites, we asked them to pack the remaining food and let us be on our way. We were brusquely and aggressively informed by different servers that (a) it’s the restaurant’s policy to not provide takeaway and b) they were out of packing boxes and hence could not give us takeaway. One server told us that “we won’t guarantee food quality beyond ten minutes”. Another told us “Pan Asian food cannot be packed”. We asked him if he was trying to tell us that other Pan Asian restaurants in the city (I provided some examples located in highly rated five-star hotels) were morons for providing takeaway or did not guarantee quality. His response was “Let me speak with my manager”.

None of the various servers we spoke to were clear on the policy. The chef had to intervene and get us a takeaway box, thereby refuting all the stances taken by the service staff.

When the bill arrived, it included service charge. I asked the floor manager (I was too annoyed to ask him his name) to remove it and he, with his clearly extensive legal expertise, proceeded to give me a discourse on the Delhi High Court order on service charge. This consummate legal expert’s interpretation was that the levy of service charge was at the discretion of the restaurant and not the customer. I deal with lawyers and hoteliers extensively as part of my job, and according to him, every single one of them was wrong for telling me that the Court’s order vested such discretion with the customer.

It was only when I offered to download a copy of the order and read it out to him word for word that he had it removed from the bill, all with the attitude of someone who was performing me a life-changing favour.

It was at this point that it struck us that the servers had neither offered us water to drink nor asked us we wanted mineral or regular. However, someone who has read my review up to this point would be right to ask me whether I was being optimistic to the point of foolishness.

As we were leaving, we walked out within a few inches of the manager Gautam, who having clearly performed his job of milking us for about 12K, did not even bother to acknowledge us or ask us about our experience.

Not only am I going to provide negative reviews in as many forums as I can, but I’m also going to go out of my way to let people know to avoid this place. Miso...

Went to Miso Sexy this Friday evening and had a horrible experience. It was quite chilly that evening and the AQI was 390 but the restaurant refused to give us indoor seating even though we had a reservation (they said indoors are booked for a private party but there was literally no one there). They gave us a seat on their rooftop and lighted a heater near us. At this point there were just 2 other tables occupied. We asked the manager to light another heater because it was too cold and he refused to do that saying if more people come they’ll need the heater - valid point, so we told him that he can take the other heater away when the other tables need it but the guy couldn’t care less. The table next to us ordered a hookah. My friends and I aren’t comfortable with smoke so we asked the waiter to move us to another table. At this point we were sitting on a long-chairs-table but the waiter said if you want to move, you need to take the couch tables, EVEN THOUGH ALL THE OTHER LONG-CHAIRS-TABLE WERE UNOCCUPIED. LOGIC?! Had to argue with the manager for that as well. The new table they moved us to had dew on it. But of course, they didn’t care to wipe it dry for us cause they literally have no sense of hospitality. Now let’s talk about food. We ordered a shrimp wonton soup which was quite good, and veg cigar rolls which were decent as well. But things went downhill after that. We ordered a hot toddy which was served COLD. We ordered turnip cake which tasted average and came with no dips, so we asked for mayonnaise/schezwan sauce but the terms were so foreign to the waiter, he just stood there with a blank face. Then we ordered Dan Dan noodles and MY GOD! THAT’S THE WORST THING I’VE PUT IN MY MOUTH IN ALL MY YEARS OF EXISTENCE. We also ordered a dragon roll sushi (apparently their speciality) which really wasn’t worth the price they charged us. And then, when we refused to pay the service charge (only because the service was PATHETIC) the waiter started arguing with us on that too!

All in all, nothing worked - the food, the ambience, their service.

Please don’t waste your time...

We recently hosted an office party at Misosexy, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, everything was impeccably managed, and we owe a huge thanks to Jay for making it all possible.

The restaurant's ambience was truly amazing, striking the perfect balance between modern chic and comfortable elegance. It provided the ideal backdrop for our celebration, and our team instantly felt at ease.

Now, let's talk about the food! The culinary delights served at Misosexy were nothing short of exceptional. From scrumptious appetizers to mouthwatering main courses, every dish was prepared with precision and care. The fusion of flavours and the presentation left us all impressed and craving for more. Even those with specific dietary requirements were catered to with a diverse and delicious selection.

Of course, what's a celebration without great drinks? Misosexy's bar did not disappoint! Their drink menu was extensive, offering a variety of handcrafted cocktails, premium spirits, and delightful mocktails. Whether someone preferred a classic favourite or wanted to explore something new, the bartenders expertly mixed each concoction to perfection.

However, the highlight of the evening was undoubtedly Jay's exceptional service. From the initial planning stages to the event's execution, Jay was an invaluable asset. With a friendly and professional demeanour, he went above and beyond to ensure that every detail of our party was flawless. His attention to our needs and his ability to handle any last-minute requests made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable for everyone.

In conclusion, Misosexy is a gem among restaurants, and Jay is a true hospitality superstar. If you're looking for a venue to host your event, be it an office party or any special occasion, I wholeheartedly recommend Misosexy. You won't be disappointed! Our team had a fantastic time, and we can't wait to return for another delightful experience.

A heartfelt thank you to the entire Misosexy team and a special shoutout to Jay for making our event an...