Azotea del Círculo

This comment is exclusively for the restaurant, the view remains amazing.

It was with high hopes and anticipation that my friends and I entered the restaurant on Monday, March 25th, to celebrate my birthday. Having visited this establishment three years ago and enjoyed a pleasant experience, I was looking forward to reliving those fond memories. However, what transpired left me deeply disappointed and disheartened.

Let me start by addressing the elephant in the room: the food quality. Despite shelling out nearly 200 euros for four people, our meal left much to be desired. With the exception of the artichoke and shrimp appetizers, everything else fell short of even basic expectations. The octopus lacked freshness, the minced meat seemed far from fresh, and the brioche resembled something one would find in a budget supermarket aisle. Even the burger bun lacked the freshness one would expect. It felt like we were served reheated, low-grade frozen food warmed up in a microwave.

Returning to this restaurant after three years, I had hoped for a consistent or even improved experience. Instead, I found myself questioning whether leftovers from the weekend were being reheated on Monday nights. Such practices are unacceptable for an establishment of this caliber.

While I could delve into other aspects, such as the unsmiling staff, the absence of sparkling water in a place like this, or the overcharging for tough bread, I'll focus on the crux of the matter: the food quality. I would have rated this experience a dismal 0 out of 5. Never have I paid such a hefty price for food that not only left me with an upset stomach but also a sense of regret for subjecting my loved ones to it.

I'm uncertain if this review will prompt any changes, as it appears that the business model may have shifted, with quality no longer being a priority. However, I hope it serves as a wake-up call for the management to reconsider their approach and prioritize the standards that patrons rightfully expect from a reputable establishment.