Aspera Reviews Summary

Food Quality and Variety

Pros:

• "Food was another level we literally could not move after eating."
• "Everything was superb from start to finish, the food, the service, the speed."
• "The mains are big portions so don’t get piggy on starters if you’re not big eaters lol."
• "The food was delicious and piping hot, the service was fantastic."
• "Sincerely excellent food! Made me feel right at home!"
• "Wow!!! Great food and delicious cocktails!"
• "The Mixed Grill and Mixed Kebab we ordered were truly delightful."
• "The food was phenomenal, as was the service."

Cons:

• "My only gripe was the place was literally filled with loads of screaming kids."
• "However, I was disappointed with the lobster Thermidor. Couldn’t really taste the lobster and some parts were chewy!"
• "Same great food and service however portions reduced and now you have to pay for salad and rice as an additional cost!"
• "The sardines i ordered werent very nice either."
• "Food was cold and portion size was poor."
• "Left a very fatty taste in my mouth and thought the meat was bland."
• "Food is ok...I believe is just a bite too expensive for what it."
• "Pre-booked a table, so was seated quickly. Food, in my opinion, wasn't exactly exceptional."

Service and Atmosphere

Pros:

• "We turned up 30 mins before our reservation was warmly greeted and told we could go straight to our table if we like."
• "Really lovely restaurant- service was 5*."
• "Service was excellent and time taken to help me choose my food as I am partially sighted."
• "The staff are so polite and always have a smile."
• "Service was outstanding such a welcoming restaurant with a personal touch."
• "Visited aspera last night & had a lovely evening. Delicious food, lovely atmosphere & staff very friendly & welcoming."
• "The service was friendly and very efficient."
• "Fantastic food and excellent service, we celebrated my Mum's birthday and had a party of 18."

Cons:

• "My only gripe was the place was literally filled with loads of screaming kids and trying to have a conversation with a group of adults was near impossible."
• "However, the main guy went on a break I think because we had to call the waiter over to order round 2 and 3 of drinks."
• "You must tell your staff to wait till the last person has finished eating, before you start clearing plates around the person that hasn't finished eating."
• "Service a little slow & not very attentive. Felt a little rushed when ordering."
• "After we were shown to our table I felt initial service to offer us drinks was a bit slow."
• "Very busy, too many tables for the space."
• "Tables crammed in, so loud you couldn't hear each other talk."
• "Ordered a takeaway...absolute shambles."