SOLE SEAFOOD & GRILL

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Belle découverte.....

A negative review that's likely to get swallowed in the apparent ocean of positivity, yet a bitterly disappointing first-time experience deserving of circulation.

I booked a table at Sole for my Fiancée's birthday, fully expecting a memorable occasion in seafood excellence. Unfortunately that couldn't have been furtuer from what we received. Within one minute of taking our seats and perusing the menu, our waitress asked if we were ready to order. Her demeanour was one of haste and impatience. Fortunately a second waitress happened to take over, whose mannerisms we cannot fault.

The food itself however left a lot to be desired. While quality is earmarked at Sole, I have never left a restaurant still hungry. Portion sizes across the board were staggeringly small, including a near €100 lobster with barely enough meat to fill a ramekin dish. Moreover, the baby potatoes side were partially bruised, and the scallops to start lacked in the expected succulence and flavour. The linguine main was tasty, but lacking in actual seafood with a mere x3 pieces of crab. Finally, no bread was presented to the table despite there being butter on the table; a complaint truly emblematic of the broader insufficiencies.

I informed the waitress of our dissatisfaction and she apologised sincerely, promising to relay the information. However nothing further came of it despite a present restaurant manager who regularly checked up on guests at one particular table - seemingly overlooking all others, including ours.

A truly disappointing and frustrating experience, and a special birthday occasion dampened by its shortcomings.

Decor is really lovely, very interesting and stylish (unique).. The staff were excellent from greeting to paying.. The food and wine are very good.. Really enjoyed our experience.

Scallops were a treat, followed by monkfish and, as I was repleat I should have left it there but had icecream for dessert. Usually go for a cheese board, looked good, so I'll return for that and a shared 'sole tower'. Seafood was excellent. We were warmly welcomed and our service was professional and attentive. Surroundings are smart and sophisticated, it is a busy spot. Early bird options available and do offer good value. Smart wine list and cocktail bar.