Address: Pier Bandstand, The Esplanade, Weymouth DT4 7RN, United Kingdom
Phone: +441305839888
Rating: 4.5
based on 212 reviews.
Decor and Ambiance
Pros:
"Beautifully decorated with gorgeous views of the sea and bay, tables all set wonderfully and very clean."
"The area was clean and freshly decorated with an Art Deco vibe."
"Art Deco building was interesting - lovely, yet simple, curved staircase leads up to the first floor dining space."
"The interior reminds me of a restaurant that would feature in the Godfather films."
"Marvellous views across Weymouth Bay and along The Esplanade."
"Once you arrive, the restaurant area is bright, airy with a lovely view of the beach."
"The restaurant was the star though - very well laid out to give a really intimate experience."
Cons:
"The only thing that let them down was a table of young men and women in what looked like staff cloths sat near the bar on a central table."
"Don’t be put off by the entrance stairs…..I’m sure these will be decorated sometime soon."
"Unfortunately there was a very loud drunk lady inside the restaurant at the same time as us which ruined the authentic feel to the establishment."
"Building is very shabby but restaurant is done up nicely."
"Sat in corner with a little lamp on window sill. Light fitting hanging out of ceiling had to use torch on phone to see menus."
"First impressions were not overwhelming, situated as it is above an amusement arcade."
"The menu stuck to the window with tape is not the best first impression."
Food Quality
Pros:
"Best Italian in Weymouth for elaborated Italian. Aka fresh pasta and even truffle butter."
"Calimari starter was light, battered brilliantly and very fresh."
"Great menu, probably the best fillet steak I've ever had."
"The food was unbelievable (and a great price with their 35% off lunchtime deal!)."
"The freshness of the food was second to none, the presentation just outstanding and the quality mind blowing."
"Really lovely crab cakes, so delicate, followed by the seafood linguine, exquisite, just heavenly."
"The food was to die for. My fillet steak was absolutely perfect, well seasoned and cut like butter."
Cons:
"Sadly the food, despite a good looking Italian menu was well cooked but unexciting - very well presented, but sadly lacking in flavour."
"A bit over rated, food ok, didn't really fill me up."
"However food was just okay. It wasn't bad at all, just expecting more from the prices."
"The main course (ravioli) is not good, plain and not tasty."
"Food is overpriced and underwhelming."
"I ordered and so did my partner fillet steak medium rare which came with rocket and fries and I also ordered a side salad when it arrived it my steak looked like Chuck steak and I couldn’t even cut it with the steak knife."
"The food is mediocre and not fine dining."
Service
Pros:
"The staff were very polite with the exception of one who was very short when we tried to speak to her."
"Service was amazing, very attentive, speedy, incredibly polite, friendly."
"We were served by two lovely attentive members of staff."
"The staff were amazing, made my birthday meal just perfect."
"Service was exceptional, very attentive staff with pleasant dispositions."
"The serving staff were friendly but gave you space to eat each meal without ever feeling rushed."
"All waiters and waitresses were extremely professional but friendly and efficient."
Cons:
"Though the waitress was friendly and helpful, it was slow."
"Only issue is, if it's busy you will have to wait some time for service."
"Service was predominantly from under 21s, a little inexperienced."
"We were completely ignored by the waiting staff."
"Cancelled the table we had booked after being asked to leave 10 mins before our booking time because staff were not ready and still eating their dinner."
"Service wasn’t great at all."
"Service was almost comically poor, with an error-strewn evening."
Value
Pros:
"Wasn't cheap but not as expensive as expected."
"Not too expensive."
"Good helpings and reasonably priced."
"During the winter months there has been a deal with 50% of the food bill."
"It’s very reasonably priced for the exceptional quality."
"We had a 20% off voucher and it was very reasonably priced."
"Lunch affordable and extremely good value for money."
Cons:
"Not worth the high prices."
"Pudding was overpriced fresh from freezer."
"I went here 2 days ago expecting it to be a hearty large-portioned meal, WRONG!"
"Additionally, the drinks were overpriced hugely (£7 for 500ml of No1 Dorset Beer!!)."
"The prices are a little on the high side with a 3 course for 2 with drinks coming at around £70 - £80."
"The bill was £48 for a very expensive 2 half pieces of bread and a little wine which we did not even finish."