Snack Bar La Bajada — Restaurant in Alghero

First we had to wait over 30 minutes before a seat was provided. No complaints about that, it was announced in advance. However several people were skipping the line with permission of the personnel, quite annoying.

After that we ordered our drinks and food. Drinks were served immediately but it took over an hour for the food. With only three more tables around, a ridiculously long lead time. Again no complaints, we are on vacation and enjoyed our time together.

But only one, out of two, plates was served. After five minutes, when my wife almost finished here meal, we reminded the staff. They fully forgoty order and they responded in a very impolite way; it was our fault because we did not remember them earlier on. No excuse at all. After that we had a fierce discussion on the price, they tried to fully charge us. Not my way of operating but I almost walked away without paying at all.

Summary: not very special food, very impolite staff taking advantage of Saturday night crowds....

If you are not in a hurry the restaurant is perfect for you. We started out with a coffee around 6pm and just let the evening go by while enjoying a few a drinks and reading a good book. The atmosphere is really chill and the owner- who is also the chef- very sympatic. At around 7:30pm we ordered our food which took at least an hour which we didnt mind. The menu is composed out of a small selection of basic italian/sicilian cuisine. The dishes are executed very well. The server was really nice but really stressed,still she managed to not forget anything and was always nice. In total we spent about 4-5 hours in La Bajada and didn't get tired of it. It's the perfect place if you want to have a slow and relaxing day not for a quick dinner with...

This is a one men show - and it's gorgeous. Julio is the best cook ever, also going around tables and taking orders. I came Saturday late at night and was only person for some time, so did not wait long for a food. Pasta with sea food was absolutely amazing - exactly what I was craving for coming to Sardinia. On plus for this place - no need for reservation, very friendly, family atmosphere, noone was treating me worse due to my lack of Italian (and happened to me in other restaurants in Alghero). Wine was cheap and tasty, dessert - creme Catalana - with thick, crispy sugar layer. And don't be mistaken by the name "Snack Bar" - its proper restaurant, with short but great menu....