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| - I can't wait to go back! I'm sure you're all familiar with the concept by now: you eat in complete darkness and your served by blind waiters.
K to be honest, when I first heard of the place and found out you eat in the dark, I pictured dark but like when you're at home and can still see shadows and outlines...ya... that's not the case. I put my hand about 3 inches from my face (not that I would kno) and couldn't see it.
After you order from the room with lights, you get led in to the dark dinner hall by your waiter who introduces himself. At the table, you can hear people talking all around you. I got sat side by side with my guest and we actually had to feel accross to the other side of the table because we weren't sure if there were people at our table facing us.
The waiters guide you through what's on your table and how it's arranged. When they bring you your food, they touch the side of the plate to your shoulder so that you know where it is, before they place it on the table. Off the record... I was startled when he called my name. I had no idea someone was behind me.
The food was probably one of the best meals I've ever had. I wasn't adventurous enough to try the surprise meal but my guest tried the surprise dessert and on that night it was a chocolate mousse, I believe.
There is one night a week when they have jazz band playing, I believe it's on sundays, which only adds to the atmosphere.
I just have to say how impressive it is that they are able to serve food and run the restaurant in the pitch black.
Just a tip though, if you're the type to stay in the washroom for a while, I suggest going before. Since you can't walk to or from the bathroom alone (you can't see... remember) your waiter has to wait near the door the entire time.
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