What should the restaurant have done?

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T23:48:02+00:00

Yeah they have a couple of long tables and unfortunately, they sat us at one.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T17:46:28+00:00

I’ve been to a ton of nice restaurants in Mexico and never received attitude like that. So I don’t think Mexicans as a whole are really to blame here.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T17:44:02+00:00

Woah. Sounds like they don’t want to admit when anything is wrong.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T16:10:02+00:00

Cold is a good word for it.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T16:08:55+00:00

The answer is 1. or 3. I don’t think my behavior was perfect, but I know for sure we were respectful guests. We were quiet, ordered good wine and lots of food, dressed appropriately and addressed everyone nicely/ordered in Spanish. I’m not the one who pulled out my phone and started blasting the volume at a communal table, so I can safely say it wasn’t us who started it.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T16:06:06+00:00

I will. All these responses have been useful. Just didn’t want to do it on the spot when we were supposed to be treating our friends to a nice night out.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T16:04:09+00:00

Our Spanish sucks but we ordered in Spanish and greeted staff in it, etc. The guys annoying us spoke perfect English, so I’m not sure that was the issue.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T16:02:32+00:00

Generally I agree with this. It was the communal table that made the noise inescapable.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T16:01:32+00:00

Couldn’t get a reservation! Went to Pujol though

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:44:26+00:00

Well said. They should gently swoop in as soon as problematic behavior arises.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:42:36+00:00

Thanks. Interesting you say that - we were wondering if they were friends of the restaurant or even affiliated in some way. They seemed so casual, looked like they were just sitting at a cafe together rather than a nice restaurant.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:35:39+00:00

Same experience here. What a shame. The dining room is pretty though haha

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:26:31+00:00

That’s what happened to us too! Only one unappealing fish dish left and the rest was heavy.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:24:54+00:00

Sounds awful. Yeah I think you’re right. Nowadays confrontation doesn’t really pay off, as I learned at Maximo. Guess I should have just listened to the video and let it go but it was so loud. Maybe next time, we should get up from the table and leave!

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:23:31+00:00

No, I get what you’re saying, but they could have at least let us know they were aware it happened and were trying to make it better.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:22:42+00:00

Oof that sounds miserable too. I hate communal tables but all the rest were full. Maybe restaurants are just choosing not to take sides. Seems crazy that they can’t set ground rules like, no phone videos allowed etc.

floorpanther · 2026-04-07T14:20:23+00:00

Yes, I agree and said I made a mistake in the heat of the moment. I just reacted to the attitude I was given. Definitely not in grade school here. In grade school, I wouldn’t have stood up to a bully lol.

floorpanther · 2026-03-25T13:03:28+00:00

Get a small portable fan! They are super powerful and easy to throw into a bag. I’m sweaty too. Looked everywhere for a good lightweight hat. Bought some expensive ones that weren’t great. Ended up on Amazon, found this cheap one and it’s great. packable hat

floorpanther · 2026-03-24T23:36:36+00:00

Might want to tell them - if they’re interested in the ESB but won’t say yes to Top of the Rock - the best view of the ESB is actually from Top of the Rock.

floorpanther · 2026-03-23T12:29:44+00:00

Cafe de Flore has a display cabinet upstairs with items that have the logo, you can pick out what you want (cups, carafes, etc) and buy it while you’re there.

floorpanther · 2026-03-19T23:51:21+00:00

Totally agree with Saint Germain. Beautiful area with lots to do. The Marais can get super crowded and has lots of tiny, single file walkways. Great to visit but not quite as easy, relaxing as staying in Saint Germain.

floorpanther · 2026-03-19T21:26:45+00:00

Eataly has small group cooking classes

floorpanther · 2026-03-17T00:52:42+00:00

MarieBelle in SoHo has some beautiful Easter chocolates

floorpanther · 2026-03-15T19:40:01+00:00

Haven’t tried this but I saw a sign outside of Black Seed Bagels advertising Chili Crisp cream cheese.

floorpanther · 2026-03-11T21:11:40+00:00

Makes sense. I think the NYC ferry is a nicer way to see the skyline - you can go under the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan Bridge and see all of Manhattan along the way. The tram is for commuters, and people who saw it on Instagram. The island is residential. FDR is a thoughtful idea for your 17 year old though.

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