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🤮 1/5 - A Disappointing Return to Gymkhana: A Birthday Celebration Turns Awry
By 👻 @Suki B, 02/28/2024 3:00 am
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As I stepped into Gymkhana, my expectations were high, having previously enjoyed the excellent food and service for the first time back in October 2022. However, what was meant to be a birthday treat for my better half turned into an unmitigated disaster, revealing a stark contrast to my prior experiences. The first letdown was the table placement at the front of the restaurant. Having previously dined in more secluded booths, I failed to notice the poor spacing at the front. The proximity to other diners compromised any semblance of privacy, making maneuvering between tables a troublesome affair. The table setting seemed too casual for a Michelin-starred establishment, lacking the expected formality with cutlery placed haphazardly atop folded napkins. The absence of table linen further added to the un-Michelin atmosphere. Despite these initial disappointments, the sommelier managed to momentarily salvage the experience. The Chablis, perfectly chilled to the correct temperature, was poured with precision. Sadly, this marked the pinnacle of Michelin-worthy service for the evening. The downfall began as we placed our orders early, only to encounter a language barrier with the waitstaff. Then, despite my Indian origin, I was surprised to be asked if I needed the menu explained. The Punjabi Samosas and Gol Guppa were ordered, the latter arriving first. In an unfortunate turn of events, my girlfriend experienced discomfort as she began to eat, feeling the unwarranted gaze of the waitress fixated upon her. One can't help but wonder if this uncomfortable scrutiny arose from a misguided assumption that the white girl at the table lacked familiarity with the proper way to consume Gol Guppa. While the Gol Guppa proved delightful, the experience was further marred by the intrusive clearing of plates and cutlery while my girlfriend still held a morsel in her hand. This unnecessary haste left us feeling harassed and rushed. In a departure from the customary inquiries such as "Is everything to your liking?" and other tactful phrases, the relentless repetition of the question "Is everything good?" struck a chord as an excessive and somewhat aggressive departure from the norm. The intrusive nature of this inquiry not only deviated from the expected dining pleasantries but also left an impression of unnecessary and overbearing scrutiny, further diminishing the overall dining experience. The Punjabi Samosas, when they arrived, were mediocre, falling short of the standard found in many local curry houses. Despite the attentive sommelier, an overzealous waiter repeatedly topped up our glasses, pouring an excess of wine. This rushed service continued as the table was cleared before we could finish our starters, and we were immediately questioned about our main course preferences. The subsequent re-setting of the table was equally chaotic, with cutlery carelessly placed in the center of my setting (not to the side, or either side!), and my girlfriend's utensils slammed down and awkwardly dragged across the table and adjusted by the waiter, for whom the act of repositioning the cutlery required a somewhat awkward contortion across the table. It seems that the less-than-ideal table pitch played a significant role in this. Even as my wine glass was continually over-replenished, we decided to call it quits by requesting the bill at a mere 15 minutes past our booking time. To the credit of the manager, he inquired about our abrupt departure and insisted we not pay for the unsatisfactory experience. Regrettably, this visit to Gymkhana proved to be far from the relaxing and enjoyable dining experience we had anticipated. It appears that an outstanding experience at Gymkhana may be reserved for individuals bearing the name Giles Coren. For the rest of us mere mortals, the alterative prospect of paying someone to orchestrate such an ordeal, leaving us feeling aggrieved and our wallets ablaze, might be more preferable. Thus, it is with disappointment that we declare our decision not to return to Gymkhana.
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