Monday, 16 December 2013

The b-bar



 I have heard amazing things about the exciting b-bar in Plymouth's barbarian. this theatre come Thai restaurant has received rave reviews and hosts an excellent line up of comedy nights, acoustic nights and even the odd cabaret session.
Many of my friends have been here before and have all had lovely things to say: Unfortunately I could not say the same on my visit. Even though the atmosphere was lovely with local art work on display, jazz music playing in the background, we had to seat our self as the waitress completely ignored us. as we were the only customers in the restaurant you would have thought they would have made a bit of an effort.
When the waitress did approach our table, she was wearing flip flops. As a chef I know this to be a breach of basic health and hygiene. After we ordered we were asked to pay immediately. I felt this to be judgemental and a little rude.

The food was well presented and cooked beautifully. The Gaen Keow Wan (Thai green curry), priced at 6.95 was delicious, and reasonably priced for the portion size. The pad mee saw (King prawn noodles) at £6.45 was again a very large portion for the price, was was cooked very well.










Around 10 minutes later the chef came out of the kitchen wearing no shoes at all! This completely put me off my food. I don't think I will be returning to the B-Bar for food. I think for performances and drinks this place is excellently placed and situated, even though the standard of food hygiene needs some work.

Sunday, 15 December 2013

The Barbican steak house.











Situated at the end of the Barbican on Notte street this cosy little place was probably the best place for customer service I have ever visited.
The atmosphere was lovely and homely, with scented candles being burnt and music played quietly. the 1 waiter on shift that night was a delight. friendly, helpful but not pushy- professional to an end. He knew the menu and the extensive wine list inside out.

The starters consisted of:

Stuffed Jalapeños
Chicken strips
Marinated olives with toasted ciabatta and balsamic vinegar
Nachos











Mains:
Butter nut squash and spinach tart



Choice chicken
10 oz rump steak medium rare
16 oz T bone steak medium















Desset:
Oreo cheesecake









sticky toffee with ice cream










Creme brule










The simplicity of the menu meant that each item is cooked perfectly and made fresh to order.
The overall visit was excellent, excellent food, impeccable service and the cleanliness was of a very high standard.
Overall the Barbican steak house is well worth a second visit.