Playabeach Restaurant — Restaurant in Lignano Sabbiadoro

An absolute gem right on the beach! The location alone is stunning, but what really impressed us was the beautiful design of the place. Every detail is perfectly arranged: stylish décor, cozy cushions, and citronella to keep the mosquitoes away. Elegant plates and linen napkins add a refined touch and even make the €5 cover charge feel completely justified. The food is simply outstanding. It’s truly fine dining by the sea, yet still family-friendly. Our kids had Wiener Schnitzel with fries — honestly, the best I’ve ever tasted. The Angus burger was also unforgettable, easily one of the best I’ve had in years. The tuna tataki was divine, and the lobster risotto was pure perfection. Even the Hugo cocktail was something special not just served. The service deserves a big compliment: fast, attentive, and so friendly. You can immediately see the chef is in charge, keeping an eye on everything and making sure it all runs smoothly. The staff speaks both German and English and provides excellent recommendations. We are a family with two kids, and we couldn’t have asked for a better dining experience. Next year, if we’re back in the area, this place will definitely be a must-visit. Highly...

Beautiful Location, But Absolutely Awful Service

The place itself is undeniably beautiful — stylish décor, great atmosphere, and a lovely setting that really stands out from the neighboring bars. We came in hoping to enjoy a couple of cocktails and some ice cream, drawn in by the unique vibe and the promise of something a bit special, even though the prices were notably higher than nearby places.

Unfortunately, the experience was completely ruined by the service. Despite the bar being almost empty and us sitting right next to it, the waiter refused to acknowledge our presence. It felt as if we were invisible. He moved around with the urgency of a sloth on a coffee break, slowly polishing glasses while deliberately avoiding any eye contact or basic courtesy. No greeting, no menu, nothing — just pure indifference.

After being ignored for 30 minutes, we simply got up and left. A beautiful venue is meaningless if the staff makes you feel unwelcome. Disappointing and frustrating — we won’t be...

WORST SERVICE I EVER GOT. Here was the worst service I have ever received. The lady who placed the food on our table just put it anywhere, not directly in front of us where it was set, but just randomly. Additionally, they are unable to distinguish between the main course and the appetizer. Unfortunately they only want italian guests 'cause they are not able to communicate in any other language AND DO NOT WANT TO. We explained the waitress that we don‘t speak italian, she still keeps talking italian, I don’t know if it was intentional but it came across as very provocative.

Beautiful place, good food!

BUT I do not feel comfortable when the service is treating me and my family like pure $hit. I don‘t even want to tell you about the Boss. Embarrassing when you treat your...