Möet Chandon
Opus One Manchester

Opus One Manchester

Radisson Blu Edwardian, Manchester, United Kingdom

Tea • Steak • Coffee • Cheese


"We booked here for an Afternoon Tea to celebrate our Anniversary It is a shame that there wasn 't any choice of afternoon teas today apart from the Easter Afternoon Tea as we had been there before and had the Gentlemans Tea menu On the plus side, the staff were friendly and welcoming here. The warm scones were good but could have been slightly larger like normal scones). The sandwiches however were very poor as the bread was dry and some of the fillings were quite sparse between the slices of bread the classic cucumber with beetroot cream cheese on tomato bread for example) had hardly any beetroot and cream cheese on it. We mentioned about the dry bread issue when paying for the Afternoon Tea but not much of a response came back or offer of any compensation. The selection of cakes looked very 'artisan ' but were very sweet. Some were quite sickly sweet. The little nest with the chocolate eggs inside was probably the best of the cakes. This Afternoon Tea was quite expensive for what it was £56 for 2 people) this included a pot of tea or a cup of coffee which they would top up on request). My rating is based on this Afternoon Tea is of poor value. The attentiveness of the staff over the teas and coffee 's and the relaxing feel of the birch room where we dined were the only plus points of the experience. So overall not what we hoped our Anniversary Afternoon Tea Celebration was going to have been."

San Carlo

San Carlo

4 Temple Street, B2 5BN, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Pasta • Steak • Pizza • Italian


"As we ventured into San Carlos in Birmingham for a delightful family birthday lunch, the atmosphere was alive with anticipation. The restaurant 's elegant yet comfortable setting was the perfect stage for our midday culinary adventure. The lunch was headlined by the 'pizza of wonder ', an extraordinary creation that reimagined the classic pizza. With its impeccably charred crust and a medley of exquisite toppings, each bite was a symphony of flavours, making it much more than just a pizza it was a celebration of gastronomic artistry. Next came the rib eye steak, which was the epitome of 'melt in the mouth '. Cooked to perfection, it was a tender, flavour packed delight that tantalised our taste buds. It wasn 't just a dish; it was an ode to the sublime joys of well prepared meat. The lasagne, staying true to its Italian heritage, was a culinary masterpiece. Its layers of al dente pasta, rich ragu, and silky bechamel sauce combined to create a dish that was both comforting and sophisticated. This lasagne was a charming mix of rustic and refined, capturing the essence of Italian comfort food. Then there was the chicken in white wine sauce, an absolute sensation. The chicken, tender and succulent, was bathed in a heavenly sauce that was both light and richly flavoured. It was a dish that showcased the perfect balance of ingredients, each mouthful a testament to the chef 's skill in harnessing and elevating simple flavours to create something truly memorable. Amidst this feast, the staff of San Carlos were the unsung heroes. Their attentive and genuine service added a layer of warmth to the dining experience, making us feel both valued and well looked after. The meal culminated with a Tiramisu that was a dream come true for the connoisseurs among us. It was an impeccable mix of coffee, mascarpone, and cocoa, a dessert that spoke of Italian elegance and indulgence. In summary, San Carlos in Birmingham is more than just a restaurant; it’s a midday retreat into the world of fine Italian dining. From the mesmerising pizza to the sensational chicken in white wine sauce, and the unrivalled Tiramisu, each dish is a testament to the beauty and depth of Italian cuisine. For a memorable lunch experience, San Carlos is a beacon of culinary excellence."

JUJU Chelsea

JUJU Chelsea

316 - 318 King's Road Chelsea London, SW3 5UH, United Kingdom

Tea • Beer • Drinks • Chicken


"We booked a wowcher deal for 8 of us on Saturday originally at 5.30pm, the restaurant moved this to 6.30pm a couple of weeks before no issue. We had problems with the piccadilly line all under ground so no mobile signal which turned a 40 minute journey into 1 hour 45 which meant we arrived at South Kensington tube at 6.40. We walked quickly the mile to the restaurant while calling , on the way. There were no replies and the voicemail was full. When we arrived at Jujus at 7.02 we were that our table had been given away as they only hold the booking for half a hour . After getting the manager out who told us 1. no one was in the office to answer the phone 2. she had already given our table away 10 minutes ago 3. we are being rude and she didn't want to talk to us anymore . After pointing our that that means they didn't hold our table for the half hour, she finally relented and let us in saying she would push a table together but they had a booking at 8.30 so we would have to go by then. When we got to the table, it was clearly the one they had ready for us anyway so it was set for 8 and there was only 5 of us who went in the end. Also the restaurant was half empty and at no point until we left around 9.30 so no 8.30 booking were all the tables full. They said they had already redeemed all four wowchers so we were unable to cancel one although they did give us food for 8. Food itself was very nice , chow mein or green curries and once we were sat down it was a good atmosphere however the fight to get in spoiled it somewhat. Toilets also , although what was obviously an expensive refurb, had probably not been cleaned all day with overflowing bins and lots of paper on the floor. I'm not sure if staff had an issue with guests using wowchers instead of paying full price in which case don't use those sites or the fact that we are all girls that need to work for a living and lack high end designer clothes and bags. First bad wowcher/groupon I've had."