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Sadly disappointed with La Tavernetta

Sep82007

We are new to Folkestone and a neighbour recommended La Tavernetta for our 10 year anniversay dinner. We are the type who manage to go out to dinner once a year as we have 2 small children and an even smaller budget for luxuries. I am the type who rarely manages to wear high heels and any makeup so last night was hopefully going to be really special for us.

I wish I had asked Folkestone Gerald for a recommended restaurant - all we ask for is soft lighting, a candle, a little ambience, hot food and some interesting blackboard specials. Our dinner was more like the dining room at Faulty Towers so we left immediately after main course. Plus babysitter fee we are sorry to say £50 could have bought a week of nice suppers at home, even if I would have to cook it is better than a dismal night on the town.

Please help Folkestone Gerald - where next year? Maybe we'll win a dinner voucher in our local area before then with luck!

There must be lots of great dining in Folkestone/Sandgate area - wish we knew what the local foodies know.

Many thanks, Jenn Peters

jennpeters :: 2007 :: Comment / reply

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I agree we went there Friday 25th January 2008 the wine wine was good and that was the best part of the meal.Old fashioned and over priced springs to mind with over rated food,my wife was nearly in tears as it was are 15th wedding aniversary and a treat for us to go out.We also have children and i wish we had stayed at home.

Craig Ramsden :: 29 Jan :: 2008 :: Comment / reply

RE: Sadly disappointed with La Tavernetta

He estado en este restaurante y solo puedo decir que ha sido espectacular, bueno, bueno y bueno. hemos comido y bebido de lo mejorcito en Folkestone.
Repitiriamos una y mil veces.
salud.

Javier :: 23 Jul :: 2010 :: Comment / reply

RE: Sadly disappointed with La Tavernetta

To the couple who had a bad 15th anniversary dinner - we would like to offer you both a free meal at The Hermitage, at your convenience. You can see our menu on:
thehermitagerestaurant.com
Just phone us on 251 251 to arrange a day and time.

fchb

fchb :: 16 May :: 2008 :: Comment / reply

What a lovely thought!

Unfortunately they did not leave their email address, I hope they see this page.

Actually, what am I thinking, it was me! I'm Craig Ramsden! And so's my wife!

16 May :: 2008 :: Comment / reply

RE: Sadly disappointed with La Tavernetta

I have been eating there for the last years and I can say, hand on heart that I have never had a bad meal in there,in fact I would go so far to say the food is superb.

They have new owners now and it has got even better.

Give it another try, I was really surprised to have read that,Maybe one of the other Italian restaurants made this post up?

Cheers..

Folkestone Boy :: 14 May :: 2008 :: Comment / reply

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My wife and i ate there after always being told it was booked up. We were happy with the meal although the wine was a bit pricey at nearly 18 pound a bottle. The staff were friendly and helpfull. Very satisfied and we will be eating there again very shortly.Would reccomend.

John folkestone :: 10 Oct :: 2009 :: Comment / reply

the first two posters left their name, and your review was anonymous

Who are we to trust?

14 May :: 2008 :: Comment / reply

RE: the first two posters left their name, and your review was anonymous

I don't really care to be honest,its no big deal to me but I just don't think those other two post's are real as I hae found the Tav to be a brillant place to eat throughout the years.

Its your choice, but I would speak very bery highly of the place.

Folkestone Boy :: 14 May :: 2008 :: Comment / reply

This makes me sad Jenn!

I recommend Escondido in Sandgate, always, although Tinto Tapas in Sandgate is also good (this is based more on friends recommendations as I've only been there once). The Hermitage sounds like it might be just about right though, in terms of ambience and specials.

8 Sep :: 2007 :: Comment / reply

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