Giraffe (Spitalfields)

Based on my recent experience and contrasted against the previous review (below) which I hadn’t read before my visit they have certainly got their act together. This is good (but not exceptional) food, efficiently served by friendly staff in a warm and clean environment. The value (given the highly-priced) location is good. Okay, yes compared to other chains such as Zizzi, Prezzo and Ask this particular location’s overall offering is not outstanding value nor outstanding in any particular aspect. But it is pleasant. If one takes into account that they are not in my experience claiming to offer anything more than a basic uncomplicated experience, then it delivers on that promise. A more imaginative menu with perhaps a 10% to 15% reduction in a typical bill could easily elevate them to the next quality and value band.
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Howard Popeck - View all reviews by this user
7 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 6
Thursday, February 02, 2012

The food here was not great. Very greasy and overloaded with cheese and mayo. I had a salad, which was completely drenched in dressing. It was meant to be a chicken salad, but I was literally having to hunt the chicken, as there was so much feta cheese in it. The service was abrupt and not friendly and the 12.5% service charge was added on, even though the food was far from great. I won't be going back!
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3 Overall rating
Food 2 | Service 3 | Atmosphere 3 | Value for money 2
Thursday, January 21, 2010