I recently had a conversation with a waiter at this establishment when trying to book a table for a group of 11 people, which included 4 children and 7 adults, with ages ranging from 7 to 56. I was shocked and deeply disappointed by the treatment we received. Not only did the waiter inform me of a minimum spend requirement of £70, but he also stated that there was no availability for the entire week at the Salt Rooms. What made this encounter even more distressing was that this all unfolded in front of my children.

To my astonishment, the waiter went on to recommend an alternative location on the pier. The fact that he assumed we would be better suited there was not only presumptuous but also reeked of racism. It is disheartening to think that in this day and age, such attitudes still exist.

I want to make it clear to both the waiter and the owners of this establishment that I will actively discourage everyone I know from setting foot in their restaurant due to the reprehensible behavior displayed by this individual. It is crucial that we address and challenge racism whenever we encounter it. Writing this review is a step towards raising awareness and ensuring that such behavior is not tolerated.

I'd like to emphasise that I have dined at some of the finest Michelin star restaurants around the world , and cost has never been an issue for me. What truly matters is the respect and fairness shown to all customers. This incident has left me furious, and I hope that by sharing my experience, others can learn from it. Councillor Janet Campbell