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| - I believe that service is as equally important as the quality of food, and is a vital component to a well-rounded and memorable dining experience. Bar Isabel has top notch food - delicious plates for sharing that are full of flavour, creative, and leaves you wanting more.
On the other hand, if you are looking for a place to dine comfortably where you can feel like a free agent to order whatever that pleases you on the menu - then this isn't the place for you. Our server, right as we sat down, was trying hard to up-sell us on food and drinks, despite the fact that we were clearly waiting for the rest of the party to arrive. There were subtle arrogant tones from when we refused the tasting menu, and judgement when asking for clarification about the prices of the specials for the evening. Never have I felt so inferior as a paying customer, as though I wasn't good enough to be at this restaurant. Disappointed, I left a mediocre tip and predictably, our server let us leave without a thank you for coming or even a goodbye. (Come on, at least pretend to try.)
Would I return to Bar Isabel? Likely not. It's unfortunate because I really enjoyed the food, but I think I would rather eat good food at a place where I felt like I was welcomed.
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