1 hour(s)
English
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Experience refined dining inspired by nature and elegant design
Watch live-cooking stations with chefs preparing global dishes
Enjoy an ambiance filled with exotic mosaic décor and garden charm
Relish meals crafted from fresh, local ingredients
€ 64.47
€ 59.31
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Step into the elegant world of Giardino, where nature’s beauty meets refined luxury. The restaurant’s expansive spaces are adorned with intricate mosaic patterns and vibrant floral motifs, creating a serene atmosphere that celebrates natural elegance. Every corner reflects an artistic tribute to the outdoors, blending earthy tones with lush décor for an immersive dining experience. The setting, inspired by garden landscapes, offers a calm and refreshing environment that perfectly complements the culinary artistry presented at every meal. The dining experience at Giardino goes beyond taste—it’s a feast for all the senses. Guests are invited to interact with skilled chefs at live-cooking stations, where the freshest ingredients sourced from local markets are transformed into authentic dishes from around the world. From sizzling grills to aromatic spices, each dish tells a story of global flavors with a touch of homegrown charm. Whether enjoying breakfast, lunch, or dinner, every visit promises creativity, comfort, and culinary excellence in a setting that feels both luxurious and welcoming.
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Selection of international dishes
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Melbourne Cup 2025 signature seafood buffet and beverage package. Great atmosphere, the staff were very friendly and polite. Service was wonderful, staff were always one step ahead with drinks and never had to ask for anything. The food was fantastic. Also had breakfast there which was fantastic. Such a wide range of foods. Something to suit everyone
We dined here for the Melbourne Cup Function. The food was amazing, the service was excellent but unfortunately we all felt the ambience was a little not quite there. Most of the other hotel venues have table set up for groups but it seemed that most of the tables were for couples or 4 people - no real mixing and there as no best dressed or mc to bring the event together. At the end when they did the raffle it was hard to hear what they were saying because their microphone would only work one way and not to both sides of the restaurant area. I think next year maybe look at a function in one of the ballrooms and have entertainment or an MC - fashions etc and lucky door prizes etc. But on a brighter note we will be back for the buffet in the future - it was amazing and we all agreed
My husband and I chose to have dinner at the Coastal Carvery & Catch Buffet as we were staying at the Imperial Hotel plus the description of the buffet sounded very nice. However, unfortunately, we came away feeling quite disappointed. The seafood choices were very underwhelming. The sand crab was very dry and tasteless, seemed like it had been over cooked, frozen and thawed. Whilst the prawns looked nice, they too were tasteless. The oysters were very nice except they were not replenished once they were gone which was very early on in the evening. Fortunately, we did find some oysters Kilpatric which were also very tasty. The salad bar was average, not a lot of choice and the carvery nothing special. The cheese selection by 7:30 was also very limited as it too, was not being replenished. The dessert bar was very nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful, but the service was very, very slow as was the service in the main lobby lounge where we had pre dinner drinks. Would we go back to Il Barocco? No, sorry. We have had prawn trawlers and fishing charter boats in the past, so we have a fair idea about quality when it comes to seafood. For the money, we felt that the value and the quality was not there. The variation in seafood options was very limited but maybe by the time we arrived, which was 7pm, most had been eaten and not replenished?
Christmas In July Great Food Grinchy Service ! We were warmly greeted by the doorman and shown to the restaurant by the friendly concierge. We were seated at a nicely presented table , the set menu was a pre-booked Christmas in July lunch. Our smiling Waitress introduced herself and said she would be looking after us, unfortunately this was where the good service ended! So I can only award 1 Star for Service prior to seating. We had to wait quite a while for our drinks and order to be placed, our assigned waitress seemed more interested in clearing empty tables and was oblivious even though the restaurant was not busy! We finally placed our orders with another waitress , who apologised but still it was a wait until the Champagne arrived. The entree soup was served from a jug by a younger waitress who seemed completely disengaged-no greeting-no smile and then she spilled some soup it was just a few drops on the tablecloth , but no apology or effort to rectify. Anyway I decided to let it go and just enjoy our lunch here. The main course was thankfully served by another waitress. The food itself was a highlight. Delicious, generous potions of sliced Wagyu beef, perfect crispy Yorkshire puddings, accompanied by flavoursome vegetables. Dessert was equally enjoyable. However the service continued to disappoint. We still couldn’t get the attention of our waitress, so we decided to leave and go and settle our bill. Another staff member unsmiling and no communication , in fact quite abrupt mannerisms, but ok maybe these staff are just all having a bad day. To top it the lady at the cash point handed us someone else’s bill. When I flagged it up as I appreciate it can happen though bearing in mind the restaurant was certainly not busy at this time, her reaction was to say nothing just print off the correct bill. So in summary, while the food was very good, the customer service was very disappointing. Our experience was appalling and left a lasting negative impression. Sadly despite the lovely surroundings and the beautiful music played by the pianist. It’s not a dining experience I would like to repeat. The lack of hospitality in this restaurant was lacking.
A nice seafood buffet, and the desert bar is very impressive. The desert bar and seafood such as oyster, scallops, bugs and crab legs are always be refilled. if they could add more hot dishes, that would be perfect!
