I first tried food at Spaghetti, at Lido Mall Bangalore and completely loved it.
The food was great, the wine was great and the service even better.
Had a great time there and complimented the chef many times.
Then tried spaghetti at Saket and the service was cold, food not so tasty and overall not a nice experience.
Nothing much to write about the restaurants though.
My rating would be 5 out of 10 as all the franchisees don't maintain the same standards.
Showing posts with label Bangalore. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bangalore. Show all posts
Friday, 1 May 2009
Monday, 1 December 2008
Cafe Coffee Day
I love going to cafe coffee day outlets across the city and enjoy a cup of coffee. But slowly the standard of service is going down on some of the cafe coffee day outlets. Some points which I noticed were:
1. Staff is pathetically lethargic.
2. Because of the above mentioned reason, when it gets busy in the evenings - there are missed orders, mud on the floor, dirty table tops etc.
3. Lately, I have observed at 4 different cafe coffee day outlets that they run out of stock for basically everything. (Whitefield, Hormavu, Kalyan Nagar and RMZ Infinity).
I had not been to barista lately so cannot compare their service. Barista is also catching up to CCD by opening more outlets across bangalore.
1. Staff is pathetically lethargic.
2. Because of the above mentioned reason, when it gets busy in the evenings - there are missed orders, mud on the floor, dirty table tops etc.
3. Lately, I have observed at 4 different cafe coffee day outlets that they run out of stock for basically everything. (Whitefield, Hormavu, Kalyan Nagar and RMZ Infinity).
I had not been to barista lately so cannot compare their service. Barista is also catching up to CCD by opening more outlets across bangalore.
Saturday, 18 October 2008
Jalsa, Outer ring road, Bangalore
Jalsa is located on the outer ring road between Marthalli junction and KR puram flyover.
About the restaurant - as the name and the picture above suggests it is a Mughlai restaurant. It truly lives up to its name in context to what it appears from outside. Stepping inside is like going backward in time. It is like a dance bar from the mughal times (no puns intended). All the staff is dressed in theme based mughlai attire. All this takes some time to sink and then the enjoyment starts.
They have seating in the middle area of huge hall (that is under the dome). They have seating around the central hall which is kind of small semi-private cabins and then there is seating outside. So there is loads to choose from.
Now coming on to food. Food is excellent but is priced slightly higher than the restaurants of same class. I personally loved the 'Aam Panna' (Mango drink). They have good variety of drinks, snacks, veg and non-veg food. Service is prompt and efficient.
Overall a nice restaurant which is different in its own way and provides a fun evening out with friends or family.
Average meal for 4 (without alcohol) would be 2000.00 INR
Wednesday, 3 September 2008
Fun Cinemas
Fun cinema located at Sigma mall, Cunningham road, Bangalore used to be one of the quite multiplexes in the city. However, now it seems everybody who wants to escape from the maddening crowds of Forum (PVR) or Garuda (InoX) is running to the fun cinemas.
The multiplex is same as any other across the country. However there are two major points at which the multiplex management should look at and also people going to watch movies there should consider.
1. Cleanliness
While you first sit in your allocated seat UGH!!! Factor kicks in. I don’t know whether they clean or do they dirty it?
2. Safety
(i) We usually watch 9-12 show and by that time the food court on the lower floor place all
their chairs in the service stairs area (which is used as exit for the cinema hall). Also, the staircase is very poorly lit, slippery and full of unknown dangers.
(ii) No proper security checks. People walk in with their helmets, gift wrapped gifts etc. Which
is major concern especially since Bangalore is now on the terror hit list.
Well overall the hall is very congested. It is not a place where you would like to be. But, due to scarcity of multiplexes in Bangalore, in spite of so many shortfalls they are doing good business.
I would rate the cinemas as poor.
The multiplex is same as any other across the country. However there are two major points at which the multiplex management should look at and also people going to watch movies there should consider.
1. Cleanliness
While you first sit in your allocated seat UGH!!! Factor kicks in. I don’t know whether they clean or do they dirty it?
2. Safety
(i) We usually watch 9-12 show and by that time the food court on the lower floor place all
their chairs in the service stairs area (which is used as exit for the cinema hall). Also, the staircase is very poorly lit, slippery and full of unknown dangers.
(ii) No proper security checks. People walk in with their helmets, gift wrapped gifts etc. Which
is major concern especially since Bangalore is now on the terror hit list.
Well overall the hall is very congested. It is not a place where you would like to be. But, due to scarcity of multiplexes in Bangalore, in spite of so many shortfalls they are doing good business.
I would rate the cinemas as poor.
Tuesday, 10 June 2008
Dragon Air
Flying to Hong Kong from Bangalore just got easier.
Dragon air a sister concern of Cathy Pacific has started a daily service from Bangalore to Hong Kong from 2nd July, 2008.
Dragon air a sister concern of Cathy Pacific has started a daily service from Bangalore to Hong Kong from 2nd July, 2008.
Tuesday, 20 May 2008
Cafe Masala, Eva Mall (Bangalore, India)
CAFE MASALA
This is another BJN hotels property on the 5th floor of Eva Mall.
One can either chose to sit outside and enjoy pleasant bangalore weather or sit inside. However, balcony seating is void of any views. The food is really good, but avoid rumaali rotis.
We enjoyed north indian food that was ordered and the Kulfi was amazing. The tables provide enough privacy and are decently spaced. Also, the seating is very comfortable - puts you in nice position to enjoy food and conversation.
Turn around time is also decent and waiters are responsive. For example, as soon as our drinks were done. Table was set up immedietly for dinner and dinner was served.
For Saturdays and Sundays one needs reservation.
This is a decent joint in the heart of the city. I would recommened this joint for a casual dinner after shopping. I was also told that their lunctime buffet is really good and there are plenty of items to choose from.
I will post more on other BJN hotels property like Samarkand, Hypnosis, Indijoe etc.
This is another BJN hotels property on the 5th floor of Eva Mall.
One can either chose to sit outside and enjoy pleasant bangalore weather or sit inside. However, balcony seating is void of any views. The food is really good, but avoid rumaali rotis.
We enjoyed north indian food that was ordered and the Kulfi was amazing. The tables provide enough privacy and are decently spaced. Also, the seating is very comfortable - puts you in nice position to enjoy food and conversation.
Turn around time is also decent and waiters are responsive. For example, as soon as our drinks were done. Table was set up immedietly for dinner and dinner was served.
For Saturdays and Sundays one needs reservation.
This is a decent joint in the heart of the city. I would recommened this joint for a casual dinner after shopping. I was also told that their lunctime buffet is really good and there are plenty of items to choose from.
I will post more on other BJN hotels property like Samarkand, Hypnosis, Indijoe etc.
Wednesday, 14 May 2008
Spice Jet
Spice Jet Flight - Bangalore to New Delhi
Experience on a Spice jet flight, on a recent trip from Bangalore to Delhi.
I have been on this same flight on two occasions, and it has never been on time. The original flight was at 8:55PM (Friday). As usual I got an SMS 1 week before; that the flight has been rescheduled to 9:30PM.
However, I was expecting further delays.
On the day of flight; the flight was then delayed to 10:30PM. However on reaching the airport the flight took off only at 00:00AM. The only plus point was, that the luggage was released quickly and I was out of the airport within 30 minutes of landing.
Well coming to the point. The whole idea of taking 8:55PM flight was that I will reach New Delhi at decent enough time and the problem is, that on both the occasions the flight was rescheduled and took off at midnight.
What I understand from this is that the airline ignores customer feedback. However I will have to take the same flight again if I book the tickets late as it is the only airline available.
Experience on a Spice jet flight, on a recent trip from Bangalore to Delhi.
I have been on this same flight on two occasions, and it has never been on time. The original flight was at 8:55PM (Friday). As usual I got an SMS 1 week before; that the flight has been rescheduled to 9:30PM.
However, I was expecting further delays.
On the day of flight; the flight was then delayed to 10:30PM. However on reaching the airport the flight took off only at 00:00AM. The only plus point was, that the luggage was released quickly and I was out of the airport within 30 minutes of landing.
Well coming to the point. The whole idea of taking 8:55PM flight was that I will reach New Delhi at decent enough time and the problem is, that on both the occasions the flight was rescheduled and took off at midnight.
What I understand from this is that the airline ignores customer feedback. However I will have to take the same flight again if I book the tickets late as it is the only airline available.
Sunday, 30 March 2008
Tandoor, MG Road (Bangalore, India)
To start off Tandoor is a restaurant on MG Road, Bangalore.
The décor is 'haveli style', this is the best I could think of to explain the decor. And yes the seating is not that comfortable.
I don’t know when my search for perfect seating and perfect food will end. Coming back to food, it is amazingly delicious at Tandoor. It is a heaven for a North Indian residing in Bangalore. The food is 'Lajwaab' in short.
The restaurant is a bit on the expensive side. Drinks and food for two will cost anywhere around 800.00INR to 1200.00INR depending upon one’s appetite.
Please beware the servings are quite generous and if you are not that hungry. Think twice before ordering multiple dishes. Food should never go wasted, there are millions of people starving to death on this planet.
Our (As we are two now) two favorites dal makhani with naan was delicious and chicken was fabulous. The ambiance is good on the ground floor. However on the first floor towards the other end of the floor, some tables are too close to the toilets and some old furniture is piled up in full view of the customers. This looks quite shabby and is not expected from a restaurant of such a repute.
Tip: Like any other restaurant in Bangalore, while going for dinner on weekends – PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE.
The décor is 'haveli style', this is the best I could think of to explain the decor. And yes the seating is not that comfortable.
I don’t know when my search for perfect seating and perfect food will end. Coming back to food, it is amazingly delicious at Tandoor. It is a heaven for a North Indian residing in Bangalore. The food is 'Lajwaab' in short.
The restaurant is a bit on the expensive side. Drinks and food for two will cost anywhere around 800.00INR to 1200.00INR depending upon one’s appetite.
Please beware the servings are quite generous and if you are not that hungry. Think twice before ordering multiple dishes. Food should never go wasted, there are millions of people starving to death on this planet.
Our (As we are two now) two favorites dal makhani with naan was delicious and chicken was fabulous. The ambiance is good on the ground floor. However on the first floor towards the other end of the floor, some tables are too close to the toilets and some old furniture is piled up in full view of the customers. This looks quite shabby and is not expected from a restaurant of such a repute.
Tip: Like any other restaurant in Bangalore, while going for dinner on weekends – PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE.
HAKA, RMZ Infinity (Bangalore, India)
Haka is located at RMZ Infinity, Old Madras Road.
The RMZ infinity building has shops and food court on the ground floor and offices above it. Companies such as Agilent, Synopsys, Reuters have their offices here. Haka looks nice and attractive from outside and the ambience is also modern. Seating is not the best but comfortable. One does not end up sitting in some awkward position or one arm distance from the table. Food and service is average – nothing much to write about. Quantity of food when compared to other restaurants of same standard and pricing is less.
Infact this is the trend with all the stores and food joints at RMZ infinity. Low on quality and high on price. This may be because there is no mall in nearby areas and they are holding people for ransom, which is a trend in Bangalore. Well this is not the topic of this post so I would refrain from writing anymore on this.
Overall I would not rate the restaurant above average, but you may visit the restaurant if you have some extra money in your pockets ready to be spent. Mainland china at Indiranagar and Church Street is anytime better at comparable prices and provides better ambiance and better quality of the food.
The RMZ infinity building has shops and food court on the ground floor and offices above it. Companies such as Agilent, Synopsys, Reuters have their offices here. Haka looks nice and attractive from outside and the ambience is also modern. Seating is not the best but comfortable. One does not end up sitting in some awkward position or one arm distance from the table. Food and service is average – nothing much to write about. Quantity of food when compared to other restaurants of same standard and pricing is less.
Infact this is the trend with all the stores and food joints at RMZ infinity. Low on quality and high on price. This may be because there is no mall in nearby areas and they are holding people for ransom, which is a trend in Bangalore. Well this is not the topic of this post so I would refrain from writing anymore on this.
Overall I would not rate the restaurant above average, but you may visit the restaurant if you have some extra money in your pockets ready to be spent. Mainland china at Indiranagar and Church Street is anytime better at comparable prices and provides better ambiance and better quality of the food.
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