Don Marco Reviews Summary

Atmosphere & Ambience

Pros:

• "Great atmosphere."
• "A very romantic venue...clean attractive and if you wish u can sit outside."
• "There was a very lively atmosphere and would probably suit a group that values ambiance."
• "The courtyard area was a very pleasant dining area during the summer, with some sunshine coming through, and yet a gentle breeze bringing the heat away."
• "Lovely atmosphere and surroundings."
• "Atmosphere was very nice inside and decor very nice."
• "Nice atmosphere in the courtyard."

Cons:

• "Small indoor venue, slightly cramped really, we sat indoors."
• "Although there was overhead calor gas heaters they didn't heat all areas and it was drafty."
• "The restaurant itself was dated and a bit scruffy."
• "The ambience was OK. Like a normal restaurant. Nothing bad but nothing special either."
• "We sat in the outdoors portion and it just looked a bit dirty as well."
• "The part we were in was quite open, it had a roof and 3 sides but it was a little drafty and not at all cosy."
• "During the dinner they put rock music, a concert from YouTube. Are you serious guys? Next time Slipknot?"

Service

Pros:

• "Service very nice..all staff 100% helpful."
• "The servers are very efficient and take any finished dishes away as the table we had was rather petite- in a cute way."
• "Service was quick and friendly I couldn't ask for more."
• "Service was great, were all together three waitress assisting us, which gave very little waiting time."
• "Staff were really friendly and professional as well."
• "Service staff were amazing and the food is delicious."
• "I was astounded by the professionalism of the staff, the warmth of a small establishment."

Cons:

• "Waited around 45 minutes for mains, had to ask 3 members staff how long the food was going to be."
• "Ordering our food the waiter stopped half way though to see to some other customers."
• "The service wasn't very consistent."
• "Tonight, my friends and I wanted to have dinner at Don Marco, but the waiter was very rude to us."
• "Service wasn't particularly friendly."
• "However, we were not asked how our meal was."
• "The taking of the orders must be properly organised instead of running around."

Food Quality

Pros:

• "We had bruschetta pomodoro and vegan portobello mushroom pizza, both were very good."
• "The wild boar ragu was very nicely done, and the cod with pancetta and couscous was fantastic."
• "Fresh and delicious food made on the day."
• "Unbelievable food and wine."
• "The food is fuss free but delicious, and it is certainly excellent value for money!"
• "Ordered the Spaghetti de Mare, was brilliant."
• "Love this little Italian tucked away just off Deansgate. The food is fantastic, especially the tomato garlic bread!"