Currently staying here for four days.first impressions very good. Then once settled it's a training centre for students.two young under trained staff front of lounge, only doing light duties not collecting empty glasses or mugs also male member eating whilst walking around on duty. Female member pulling the other staff back from clearing up outside sitting area ashtrays not been emptied half finished coffee glasses and napkins laying around on the floor. Whilst sitting outside a four star hotel, seems more like 3stars.did mention to restaurant manager, but nothing done left on deaf ears. Breakfast self service at 18 euros per person.average quality of sausages . And over cooked eggs. Last comment. Reading reviews on meals 2 years ago regarding mash and two legs still the same under cooked and bland for a four star. Shame really as some staff...
Read moreNew restaurant in an old hotel in Drumcondra. The refurbishment done inside the restaurants is really nice and brightened up the place. We went here for a Sunday dinner. For starter we got small portions of prawn skewers and sticky wings, both were amazing. The skewers had a sweet chilli taste to them and the wings were spicy. Although there wasn't much blue cheese taste from the dressing. For mains we got rack of pork with creamy potato and slider trio (lamb, beef burger and pulled pork). The pork was in very generous potions and really juicy and well cooked. The trio was good as well although a bit dry. The pulled pork was best of three. The staffs were really nice and...
Read moreVisited for a meal 16-04-23. Keeping things short you have a 4 star grade, why not show it with some imagination with the food. Would I be correct in saying that you lean heavily on mash potatoes, broccoli and carrots. Like a throwback to rural hotels back in the 70's. Had the fish and chips and while edible there was very little fish to be found inside dark brown batter. Only live across the road so handy to frequent for a glass if wine, but the food is stuck in a time warp. If you are not a lover if above 3 veggies you...
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