La Sala

Posted by: OM | 18 November 2007, 3.13pm

Lovely food and atmosphere, but they lost our order, waiters weren't available when you needed them and when we finally did attract someone's attention, she knew very little about the menu.

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Posted by: 00andy00 | 28 July 2007, 9.23am

While food, wine and feel are quite exceptional, the staff's attitude and service quality have definitely major improvement potential... frankly, we have experienced an attitude, which one would not expect from such an establishment. It is one thing to hurry and indicate that you are busy (e.g. another seating coming). It is quite another thing, however, to dish up desserts for $15 and subsequently (borderline with immediately, e.g. within ten minutes) ask the party of 8 to leave... It appears they forgot their second seating (who was apparently waiting at the bar at the time) when excitedly taking the desert and coffee order.

A (more) professional and service-oriented restaurant would have suggested to have desserts in the beautiful bar area and/or advised not having desserts, rather than making the money as such.

In short, nice place - food, feel and wine-wise. If you are after a relaxing and less pressured experience, I do suggest, however, not going there as the service and staff attitude have significant improvement potential. I usually don't do reports, however, I felt obliged to inform others about our unexpected experience so that you are more prepared for expecting the unexpected. It may also offers the guys a chance to change the way they approach issues and re-focus on food and feel, rather than ego and dollars.

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Posted by: amandasj | 14 March 2007, 1.55pm

what can i say....was dubious after a bad experience at Aqua Luna but this was amazing. The service was top notch, attentive without overbearing and thoughtful touches throughout the night made the service outstanding. Not to mention the waiters were very easy on the eye!
The food was incredible, presentation and taste. The interior also to die for. Also good to see prices aren't over the top either. Keep up the good work!

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Posted by: Unregistered user | 13 March 2006, 11.58am

I was visiting Sydney and asked a few very trusty friends where I should eat out - La Sala came up a few too many times not to be booked for a catch-up with friends. Despite being assured that we'd only have to wait a short while for our table at 9pm we were still in the bar waiting 45mins later. Once we did get a table it was a disappointment as we'd been stuck upstairs in the corner. What was not disappointing was the food - absolute winner! There wasn't a thing we ordered that wasn't cooked to perfection or interesting and different. The wait staff were good - professional, discreet and helpful. I would return if only for the food but if service areas are fixed it will become a firm favourite whenever I return to Sydney!

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Posted by: Unregistered user | 8 March 2006, 1.45pm

I have been to La Sala a few times and love it every time I am there. The food is superb. The fish soup for entree is to die for. And the chicken is just excellent!!

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Posted by: Amethyst | 6 March 2006, 6.42pm

I always enjoyed dining at Aqua Luna and this restaurant is just as good. I was alone and was given very good treatment with lots of attention from the waiters. I went on a Thursday lunch and didn't expect it to be half as busy as it was - it was very noisy but if the place is full, the noise comes naturally. I had no complaints with the food, all very fresh. This would be a lovely restaurant to bring friends from interstate or overseas. Can't wait to go back.

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Posted by: Unregistered user | 11 February 2006, 9.50am

I was extremely disapointed in La Sala. The food was ok but I've had better Italian. However, nothing could make up for the appalling service we received all night. After waiting for an hour at the bar, I enquired about our booking as it was already 10pm to discover we had been forgotten. This was topped off by our waiter asking us if we would like to move back to the bar for coffee when we hadn't even been offered desert!

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Posted by: Registered user - name withheld | 27 January 2006, 2.33pm

We had a great meal and great service at La Sala last week. Our booking was at 6.30pm and we were to be out by 8.30pm, however three of our party of four were 20 minutes late. Despite our tardiness, we were able to stay later and were not rushed in any way. The food was fabulous, with special attention to the meal for our allergy-ridden friend. Will definitely visit again soon.

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Posted by: Unregistered user | 18 January 2006, 5.27pm

We just LOVE La Sala. This was my fourth visit and it just keeps getting better. Some of the small kinks have been ironed out and La Sala is now operating at 110%. The Vitello Tonato is executed exceptionally well and the Gnocchi with Gorgonzola is a must-try. Well done to Darren, Andreas & the team.

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Posted by: Unregistered user | 9 January 2006, 6.02pm

This was a superb evening - excellent food and great atmosphere. I also feel that this is one of the few high end Sydney restaurants that offers great value for money.

Its also very refreshing to actually see the chef. Note the chocolate nemesis is not to be missed.

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Posted by: Unregistered user | 30 November 2005, 5.47pm

When we called up late Friday night to enquire about a table and were told that unfortunately they were booked but we could certainly grab a meal in the bar area, we didn't know what to expect. Considering the place had only been open a couple of weeks, we were shocked to see how busy it was.

On arrival, we could see why. The restaurant looks fantastic, and has throwbacks to a trendy New York diner. The bar up the front was busy and had a great vibe and the restaurant looked pumping.

Upon arriving we were amazed at how well the restaurant ran considering it had only been open for a couple of days. The bartenders were professional and knowedgeable, and the waiter that served us was fantastic. Although we were dining in the bar, we were constantly looked after with diligence and professionality that far surpassed our expectations.

The food was simple, yet delicious - a perfect match to the drinks and service.

Overall it was an amazing experience, and we look forward to coming back again and again.

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