After a delightful Italian movie we headed to Est, where we have always had tasty, thin-based pizzas over a number of years, interesting wines and great service. We arrived just before 9pm
It all started well, with orders taken by our cheerful and efficient waiter. Pizzas arrived promptly. When I asked that music volume be turned down, so we could chat, the staff obliged.
Not long afterwards, two more tables of customers arrived. The music volume had been increased again, and this time a client from another table asked for it to be reduced. Once again, it was done promptly.
Not long after 10pm head-banging music was playing - loud enough that it was difficult to talk. Feeling uncomfortable, we decided to leave. As we went downstairs, we saw the staff cleaning up for the night. One can only wonder about the reasons for the choice and volume of music.