Ordered the seafood paella for two - as I recalled my visit a year back, it was tasty. This time round we also ordered the fried white bait as entree.
First, compliments to the waiter whose service is impeccable - served with a smile, prompt...to respond, polite and always keeping busy with ensuring all guests are satisfied. Haven't seen this level of service in a long long time.
We requested for an alfresco seating, that was reserved for us. The table location itself was perfect, with an unblocked view of the river and the lawns. This location is perfect for romantic dates - as I see a few (young) couples dining here, clearing enjoying the ambience.
The fried white bait, as an entree, came within a reasonable time. It was well presented (alas forgot to take a photo) but the chef was heavy handed with salt. We felt that the salt level was 2-3 times more than what it should have been - but again not sure whether it was MSG or salt; as we felt incredibly thirsty later in the night.
The seafood paella was faultless. Seafood was perfectly cooked, though no bay bugs as another Tripadvisor had claimed. Ours was filled with shrimps, mussels, prawns, calamari and two large servings of what tasted like snapper. The rice was al dente and had a good level of seafood broth taste with each bite - even though there were pieces clumped together like a chunk - which we overlooked simply based on taste. For $50 and the size of the paella (there was some leftover that we could not finish), it was vey reasonable; if I were to compare with the paella served at the Upper Deck in Bulimba.
Definitely worth returning - this place is a gem!
Overall we would returnMore