Posted: Fri Jun 19, 2020 11:39pm
Thanks for sharing Looksie.
I remember reading recently of someone in this area pitching up at their local Indian for the Menu del Dia, expecting to be served what they'd been used to ordering for many a lunchtime prior to lockdown, and thinking, because the restaurant had re-opened, that everything should be as before. So they fiercely complained about being "overcharged", even though they conceded that they hadn't actually been offered the Menu del Dia card.
In these strange times, I think we need to be sure that we check beforehand what we think we're getting for our money. It sounds like you certainly tried, but bars and restaurants in particular are struggling after 3 months without business and I think others may have unrealistic expectations.
On a positive note, we went to Ayutthaya Thai last week, one of our favourite restaurants in Guardamar and the first restaurant meal we've had for over 3 months. It was fabulous, no doubt helped by us speaking to the owner first about what we wanted. The limited paper menus on the tables were actually his take-away menu, but regulations mean he has to use these disposable versions, instead of the more extensive, bound presentations he would usually place on tables. In any event, he said he could cook whatever we wanted. Chatting to him at the end of the meal, he was telling us how difficult things had been not being able to trade - no sob story, just a matter of fact.
From what you've explained, Looksie, it sounds like you had genuine reason for complaint and although the restaurant dealt with it appropriately in terms of reducing the price, I understand that feeling 'ripped off' can spoil your meal, whether it costs €5 or €50.
Never mind, one thing's for sure - there are plenty of other places in Benidorm for you to try!
Best wishes,
Kim