Secret Sicilian Reviews Summary

Authenticity and Food Quality

Pros:

• "The food was absolutely delicious and so different to what is available in the local Italian restaurants. It felt very authentic."
• "I had the aubergine parmigiana both times, as it was so good that I couldn't possibly have anything else!"
• "I loved my dining experience and will definitely be visiting again. The food was spectacular. 10/10 would recommend."
• "Our meal was flavoursome and authentic."
• "Absolutely outstanding! Everything was so fresh and flavoursome."
• "I’ve been coming to this restaurant for over a year now and the MELANZANE PARMIGIANA beats pasta in Italy."
• "Absolutely lovely place! Food was delicious and fairly priced."

Cons:

• "Unfortunately the food is no longer what it was: I ordered the same dishes that I have had previously and they were just much blander."
• "The batter on the zucchini fritters was thicky, oily and undercooked."
• "The starter (soup) was incredibly salty. Too salty to eat but the waitress didn't seem that bothered."
• "The food was cold, undercooked, definitely not an Italian experience that you'd expect from 'PROUD' Sicilian."
• "Food was also not tasty & my mrs got stomach problems, Food seems hard maybe dough not fresh."
• "Frozen lasagna... could hear the microwave beeping.. they don't even bother hiding it hahaha"
• "Took ages just to get a drink, such slow service. There’s was barely anyone there & the service was long. Starters were average & came with no dressing or sauce."

Service and Staff

Pros:

• "The staff were welcoming & smiling & we were seated quickly. The service was good, the food was lovely."
• "Everyone there was lovely and very helpful, we enjoyed a nice twist on their version of afternoon tea and it was amazing."
• "Very good service. Warm and friendly waiters. All hands on deck with the owner also waiting the tables."
• "Great food and an even better chef. Top notch food and the service was five stars."
• "We were well looked after by the friendly staff, and the host Barbara was attentive and very welcoming."
• "The waitress passed the kids menu to us which was 1 pound but finally when we settled the bill, the price was 7.5 pounds and she said the promotion of 1 pound meal was ended."
• "The most stunning little restaurant with amazing staff and even better food."

Cons:

• "Service was really lovely. Unfortunately, I didn't get the ladies' names. Restaurant beautifully decorated I even commented on the Peacock which happens to be one of my favourite birds."
• "This was a very disappointing evening with regard to the food."
• "4 stars because I thought the food was okay (6/10) but my husband the birthday boy loved it (10/10). However, the atmosphere, ambience, setting and customer service was spot on."
• "Service, location and decorum are all great. Food is mediocre at best."
• "Overall great experience but don't order the trout Alfredo. It's salmon...literally tried convincing me it was trout."
• "What a lovely place! All decked out for Halloween when we visited. Wonderful food, good portions and friendly staff."
• "Attentive service and first class food. Lovely atmosphere- It was one of our party’s birthdays - cake and a happy birthday sing song ensued at the end of our meal (plus limoncello of course!)"

Ambiance and Decor

Pros:

• "Enjoyable cocktails and a lovely atmosphere."
• "The atmosphere was also delightful and it is clear that a lot of effort has been put into the interior, making you feel like you're outside even when you're not."
• "The restaurant's decor is particularly charming and while the service is a little slow, the staff are very friendly."
• "It looked very nice from the outside, & what a lovely surprise as you walk through the door."
• "This is a great restaurant, definitely worthy of 5 stars. The rustic decor adds to the authentic feel."
• "Came here for a long overdue catch up with a friend. The place was exquisite. Very calm and zen setting."
• "Beautifully decorated restaurant, so sunny it felt like being on holiday!"

Cons:

• "Setting was lovely. And the next door restaurant was lively adding to the atmosphere of this part of the High Street."
• "The music playing outside, however, was a bit loud. (but inside it was ok and was more just background)."
• "The highlight of Harborne High Street! Whether you're after a coffee and an aragostine, a roast chicken with the most delicious accompaniments, fresh pasta or their outdoor BBQ (I recommend the wild boar sausage) - The Proud Sicilian is the BEST place you can go."
• "Whilst everyone else is being asked to obey the rules this restaurant didn't there was no register if contacts which made tracing people if someone tested positive for covid 19"
• "We had orederd online before and the food was nothing impressive; it felt like the avarage food you can find anywhere, but for sure not proud Italian or Sicilian."
• "The best authentic Sicilian food I have had to date. Perfect seasoning, fresh ingredients and one for the garlic lovers."
• "Great value and great service."