"I have to first say the quality of steak and the price we paid for it was an absolute steal! This was our first visit to the restaurant. We had a decent steak nearby and both these restaurants had been recommended. This year we opted for Carlos V. After reading recent reviews about service, I have to say it is a contrast to our experience. The waiter was polite, warm, friendly and accommodating. We had steak on our mind but noticed a special menu, which was three courses for €12.90. I opted for Canarian Croquettes and my partner Garlic Shrimps. A very generous portion of six spinach croquettes accompanied by a tomato purée sauce with a hint of curry is how I can only describe it. In fairness, it was not the best Canarian croquettes I’ve had, but nevertheless acceptable and enjoyable. The waiter warmly took our steak order and fully understood that we wanted a medium well and well done steak. The steak was brought to us with a very generous amount of fries and plenty of peppercorn sauce covering the steak. Both steaks were cooked to perfection and exact to the order. The steak was also very tender and melted in your mouth. We couldn’t finish all of the accompanying fries or Canarian potatoes with our meals and was very close to surrendering our third course. Nevertheless, the waiter warmly insisted and said we had paid for it, so enjoy. I opted for ice cream, again given a choice of flavours, and my partner had a tea instead of coffee. With milk brought afterwards. Again no trouble for the waiter. We were offered a complimentary brandy or liquor, but with bellies full and satisfied, we declined so we could walk it off. Our first experience of Carlos V was a very positive one. From the front of house waiter service, to the back of house where the chef cooked the steaks to perfection and a very delicious sauce. Couple the service with a very tasty product, we have to say €30 for this experience was value for money and would have happily paid double for this. If Carlos V continue offering the experience we had, then I’m sure the all round reviews will be positive."
