All reader reviews by Jamie

Gordon Ramsay's Boxwood Cafe

Took a mate there last night for his birthday and had a really enjoyable experience. Based on reviews on this site I steered clear of the suckling pig which I may usually have ordered and went for something recommended by the waitress. I started with a tasty Romero red pepper entree and he had a parma ham roast onion starter, neither were overly elaborate or particularly interesting but definitely quite delicious. For main I enjoyed a lamb and polenta dish. The lamb was perfectly cooked and the flavours had me moaning with delight. Meanwhile my mate couldn't push his baked maccaroni down fast enough. I would have to agree with a previous reviewer, the raspberry and vanilla cheesecake was one of the best I've had too. They caught wind of the fact it was his birthday and put a candle in his dessert which he got a kick out of. The waiting staff were very attentive and helpful while still quite down to earth. We started with a spirit each and moved on to a nice bottle of Rioja. It was $140 for the both of us, but we were happy. I'd definitely go back and be tempted to try another Gordon Ramsay restaurant based on this experience.

Thursday, November 24, 2005
Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8