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Soul Bar & Bistro
Viaduct Harbour, Auckland City Centre, Auckland
Physical address
PO Box 106218, Auckland City, Auckland, 1143
Postal address
Soul Bar & Bistro is a multi award winning restaurant and prides itself on its use of the finest freshest local ingredients with an emphasis on very fresh seafood. We also cater to Corporate Functions
Shelene
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Soul is in the heart of Auckland's Viaduct Harbour. It is a hugely popular bar and bistro with views out across the water that take in America's Cup boats, super yachts, water taxis and even fishing boats. Its elegant all-weather terrace faces west to catch the spectacular sunsets, and is enjoyed by the many business people, tourist and local diners who enjoy the distinctive location and the fresh, stylish food.
The bistro prides itself on its use of the finest, freshest local ingredients and, as may be expected from its location, Soul has an emphasis on seafood. Whether you're looking for a delicious restaurant meal or meeting friends for a drink, Soul Bar & Bistro is the ideal location. You'll find us in the heart of Auckland's Viaduct Harbour. Take in the sights and sounds overlooking the sparkling water from our large deck, informal bar or all weather dining area.
Enjoy the superb fresh New Zealand cuisine with an emphasis on seafood and our excellent friendly service. Last year international 'foodies' Conde Naste were so impressed with Soul, they voted us one of their TOP 50 new restaurants in the world.
We have a private room available for hire that can accommodate up to 26 people comfortably. It's perfect for that special occasion dinner or conference. Talk to us about hosting your next cocktail party at Soul. We can accommodate up to 100 people and also provide an exclusive deck area, weather permitting of course.
Soul can take care of all the arrangements for you including: hireage of conference equipment (overhead projectors, etc) and creation of special menus to suit your requirements.
CUISINE New Zealand with emphasis on seafood OUTDOOR SEATING Harbour views SMOKING Smoking terrace
Metro Top 50 restaurants in Auckland 2011
Winner, HANZ Awards 2010 Supreme Overall Winner
Winner, HANZ Awards 2010 for Excellence 2010, Best Restaurant, Excellence in Customer Service, Training and Staff Development
Finalist, HANZ Awards 2010 for Excellence in Marketing
Winner, Cuisine Magazine NZ Restaurant of the Year 2010, Best Casual Dining, Metropolitan
Finalist, Cuisine Magazine Restaurant of the Year 2010
HSI Supreme Award for Excellence in Training and Innovation 2010
Winner, HANZ Awards for Excellence 2009, Best Restaurant
Excellence in Customer Service, Training and Staff Development and Excellence in Marketing
Finalist, HANZ Awards for Excellence 2009, Best Bar
Products/Services
- Restaurants Fully Licensed
- Viaduct Harbour
- Fantastic Harbour Views
- Corporate Functions
- Special Family Occasions
- Xmas Parties
- Fresh Seafood Daily
- Menu
- Online Reservations
- Events
Business Hours
- Mon
- 11:00am – Late
- Tue
- 11:00am – Late
- Wed
- 11:00am – Late
- Thu
- 11:00am – Late
- Fri
- 11:00am – Late
- Sat
- 11:00am – Late
- Sun
- 11:00am – Late
Meal Price
Mid Range - $20 to $30
Size
50 - 99 Employees
Payment Options
- Cash
- EFTPOS
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Diners Club
Dress
- Casual
- Shorts/Jandals OK
- Jeans OK
- Sneakers OK
- T-shirt OK
Facilities
- Private Functions
- Disabled Access
- Disabled Toilet
Venue Type
Restaurant/Cafe
We offer
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Vegetarian Meals
Amenities
- 1 inch big screen
- 1 televisions
Awards Won
- Winner, Cuisine Magazine NZ Restaurant of the Year 2010, Best Casual Dining, Metropolitan
- Metro Top 50 restaurants in Auckland 2011
Cuisines
New Zealand , Seafood
Established
2001
About the venue
- Children
- Allowed anytime
- Smoking
- Heated smoking porch
- Capacity
- 300
Outdoor Seating
- Streetside
- Private
Licensing
- Fully licensed
- Beer - bottled
- Beer - tap
- Wine
- Spirits
- Cocktails
Reservation
Required
Food Served
- Bar snacks
- Full menu
Entertainment
- thu
- DJ plays from 5pm until late
- fri
- DJ plays from 5pm until late
- sat
- DJ plays from 8pm until late
Entrance Fee
- Never
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Shelene
10th February 2012
Awesome food ,Awesome people, Awesome atmoshpere, what can I say? :)
Awesome food ,Awesome people, Awesome atmoshpere, what can I say? :)
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5.0
Awesome food ,Awesome people, Awesome atmoshpere, what can I say? :)
apples7
30th September 2011
Great spotting for people watching and the is always of the highest standard. Great all around.
Great spotting for people watching and the is always of the highest standard. Great all around.
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5.0
Great spotting for people watching and the is always of the highest standard. Great all around.
petercrowe
23rd July 2011
Great food at Soul Bar. The staff manage a busy restaurant with a smile and the seafood I've had on my visits has been exceptional.
Great food at Soul Bar. The staff manage a busy restaurant with a smile and the seafood I've had on my visits has been exceptional.
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5.0
Great food at Soul Bar. The staff manage a busy restaurant with a smile and the seafood I've had on my visits has been exceptional.
theozziechick
18th April 2011
Went with a friend from Sydney on a beautiful Auckland evening. Such a great location with lots of buzz around and the food and service was excellent. They had a new wine waiter who matched our wines with our 2 courses perfectly. A great place to go.
Went with a friend from Sydney on a beautiful Auckland evening. Such a great location with lots of buzz around and the food and service was excellent. They had a new wine waiter who matched our wines with our 2 courses perfectly. A great place to go.
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5.0
Went with a friend from Sydney on a beautiful Auckland evening. Such a great location with lots of buzz around and the food and service was excellent. They had a new wine waiter who matched our wines with our 2 courses perfectly. A great place to go.
cutiepie_angel_1
26th March 2011
Perfect location, really gorgeous atmosphere and the food was absolutely delicious. They have specials for every day of the week so you can get a really good deal any day that you go! I would definitely recommend this place. NB - They have a different menu after around 11pm or so I think? So be sure to get in before the good stuff has stopped being served!
Perfect location, really gorgeous atmosphere and the food was absolutely delicious. They have specials for every day of the week so you can get a really good deal any day that you go! I would definitely recommend this place. NB - They have a different menu after around 11pm or so I think? So be sure to get in before the good stuff has stopped being served!
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4.0
Perfect location, really gorgeous atmosphere and the food was absolutely delicious. They have specials for every day of the week so you can get a really good deal any day that you go!
I would definitely recommend this place.
NB - They have a different menu after around 11pm or so I think? So be sure to get in before the good stuff has stopped being served!
TaniaRussell
20th February 2011
The best spot in town to catch the glorious summer sunsets along the waters edge. You must check out the hanging baskets on the decks, something i've never seen before but they sure can pull it off! Amazing! Service was great. Very friendly and felt spoilt for choice with the menu. Great seafood selection! Theres always such a vibrant atmosphere at Soul! Nice touch being thanked by the manager as we were leaving. We'll be back!
The best spot in town to catch the glorious summer sunsets along the waters edge. You must check out the hanging baskets on the decks, something i've never seen before but they sure can pull it off! Amazing! Service was great. Very friendly and felt spoilt for choice with the menu. Great seafood selection! Theres always such a vibrant atmosphere at Soul! Nice touch being thanked by the manager as we were leaving. We'll be back!
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3.5
The best spot in town to catch the glorious summer sunsets along the waters edge. You must check out the hanging baskets on the decks, something i've never seen before but they sure can pull it off! Amazing!
Service was great. Very friendly and felt spoilt for choice with the menu. Great seafood selection! Theres always such a vibrant atmosphere at Soul! Nice touch being thanked by the manager as we were leaving. We'll be back!
StevenDboo
26th October 2010
Went to Soul last saturday night. We were walking past and thought it would be a good place to have a few drinks then dinner. spoke to the brunette at reception who was more than accomodating & very welcoming.. thought she was the Maitre de until we met him. He interrupted her and told us to "be seated or wait". obviously he didnt realise what our plans were. a little too touchy feely with my wife and spoke to the brunette very rudley, as if she wasnt competent- believe me when she was. (perhaps just my opinion, its a pecking order? -to her credit she kept smiling and didn't flinch, although i was cringing for her). after drinks in the bar, (again, great service, this time the english (i think?) barman). dinner was great. entrees good- although squid was spicier than i expected and maybe slightly undercooked the main courses were delicious (fish and pasta) we were full but just te right amount, leaving room for desert . the waiter was fantastic with wine recommendations to go with our meals. There is a really nice ambience there, upbeat, but also classic and after asking how long it had been open, regret that i had never dined there before. generally a great time. 4 out of 5. We will certainly be back.
Went to Soul last saturday night. We were walking past and thought it would be a good place to have a few drinks then dinner. spoke to the brunette at reception who was more than accomodating & very welcoming.. thought she was the Maitre de until we met him. He interrupted her and told us to "be seated or wait". obviously he didnt realise what our plans were. a little too touchy feely with my wife and spoke to the brunette very rudley, as if she wasnt competent- believe me when she was. (perhaps just my opinion, its a pecking order? -to her credit she kept smiling and didn't flinch, although i was cringing for her). after drinks in the bar, (again, great service, this time the english (i think?) barman). dinner was great. entrees good- although squid was spicier than i expected and maybe slightly undercooked the main courses were delicious (fish and pasta) we were full but just te right amount, leaving room for desert . the waiter was fantastic with wine recommendations to go with our meals. There is a really nice ambience there, upbeat, but also classic and after asking how long it had been open, regret that i had never dined there before. generally a great time. 4 out of 5. We will certainly be back.
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4.0
Went to Soul last saturday night. We were walking past and thought it would be a good place to have a few drinks then dinner. spoke to the brunette at reception who was more than accomodating & very welcoming.. thought she was the Maitre de until we met him. He interrupted her and told us to "be seated or wait". obviously he didnt realise what our plans were. a little too touchy feely with my wife and spoke to the brunette very rudley, as if she wasnt competent- believe me when she was. (perhaps just my opinion, its a pecking order? -to her credit she kept smiling and didn't flinch, although i was cringing for her). after drinks in the bar, (again, great service, this time the english (i think?) barman). dinner was great. entrees good- although squid was spicier than i expected and maybe slightly undercooked the main courses were delicious (fish and pasta) we were full but just te right amount, leaving room for desert . the waiter was fantastic with wine recommendations to go with our meals. There is a really nice ambience there, upbeat, but also classic and after asking how long it had been open, regret that i had never dined there before. generally a great time. 4 out of 5. We will certainly be back.
Vickeez
10th September 2010
Soul Bar and Bistro is the BEST dining out experience EVER. I took my husband there for our 30th wedding anniversary and we were THOROUGHLY spoilt, complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival and a cute little complimentary cake/dessert complete with candles. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Soul Bar and Bistro
Soul Bar and Bistro is the BEST dining out experience EVER. I took my husband there for our 30th wedding anniversary and we were THOROUGHLY spoilt, complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival and a cute little complimentary cake/dessert complete with candles. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Soul Bar and Bistro
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5.0
Soul Bar and Bistro is the BEST dining out experience EVER. I took my husband there for our 30th wedding anniversary and we were THOROUGHLY spoilt, complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival and a cute little complimentary cake/dessert complete with candles. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Soul Bar and Bistro
MissTay
7th September 2010
Best place to go for bluff oysters and a glass of rose with the girls on a Sunday afternoon.
Best place to go for bluff oysters and a glass of rose with the girls on a Sunday afternoon.
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4.0
Best place to go for bluff oysters and a glass of rose with the girls on a Sunday afternoon.
hungrygirl
2nd September 2010
Great location for people watching. The service is good, but you tend to only get great service if you're spending large. Cocktails and wine list are great and they do some of the best calamari in town.
Great location for people watching. The service is good, but you tend to only get great service if you're spending large. Cocktails and wine list are great and they do some of the best calamari in town.
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4.0
Great location for people watching. The service is good, but you tend to only get great service if you're spending large. Cocktails and wine list are great and they do some of the best calamari in town.
f00die
31st August 2010
Can't get a better position on a sunny Auckland day. The food is superb, wine selection great and the restaurant is beautiful. Service is a little inconsistent - I've had fab service on some visits and at other times the waiter has been a bit frosty. It's pricey but the food and atmosphere are hard to beat. If they were more consistent with delivering great service I'd be happy to give the extra star.
Can't get a better position on a sunny Auckland day. The food is superb, wine selection great and the restaurant is beautiful. Service is a little inconsistent - I've had fab service on some visits and at other times the waiter has been a bit frosty. It's pricey but the food and atmosphere are hard to beat. If they were more consistent with delivering great service I'd be happy to give the extra star.
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4.0
Can't get a better position on a sunny Auckland day. The food is superb, wine selection great and the restaurant is beautiful. Service is a little inconsistent - I've had fab service on some visits and at other times the waiter has been a bit frosty. It's pricey but the food and atmosphere are hard to beat. If they were more consistent with delivering great service I'd be happy to give the extra star.
MetroVivant
26th July 2010
Great place for drinks after work! Also spent New Years there and it always has a good vibe and great atmosphere. They make good cocktails too!
Great place for drinks after work! Also spent New Years there and it always has a good vibe and great atmosphere. They make good cocktails too!
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4.0
Great place for drinks after work! Also spent New Years there and it always has a good vibe and great atmosphere. They make good cocktails too!
Cartell
26th July 2010
Had a fabulous lunch at Soul. For my main I had the grilled fish which was amazing. The desserts were divine as well. Service is ok, not the friendliness bunch but the food and wine make up for it.
Had a fabulous lunch at Soul. For my main I had the grilled fish which was amazing. The desserts were divine as well. Service is ok, not the friendliness bunch but the food and wine make up for it.
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4.5
Had a fabulous lunch at Soul. For my main I had the grilled fish which was amazing. The desserts were divine as well.
Service is ok, not the friendliness bunch but the food and wine make up for it.
JimiiV
26th July 2010
Neat after work venue or for more of night out with dinner and drinks this is the place to come. I have dined for breakfast, and dinner and each time have had great food, really good waiters and the venue placing and atmosphere is wonderful... definitely recommend have a night out at Soul.
Neat after work venue or for more of night out with dinner and drinks this is the place to come. I have dined for breakfast, and dinner and each time have had great food, really good waiters and the venue placing and atmosphere is wonderful... definitely recommend have a night out at Soul.
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4.5
Neat after work venue or for more of night out with dinner and drinks this is the place to come. I have dined for breakfast, and dinner and each time have had great food, really good waiters and the venue placing and atmosphere is wonderful... definitely recommend have a night out at Soul.
riddell11
22nd July 2010
Great location - fabulous for people watching and for enjoying the sun on a summers day! Good is fantastic and the service is always top notch.
Great location - fabulous for people watching and for enjoying the sun on a summers day! Good is fantastic and the service is always top notch.
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3.5
Great location - fabulous for people watching and for enjoying the sun on a summers day! Good is fantastic and the service is always top notch.
joeysbrew3
21st July 2010
If your a young or old guy looking for a Cougar, this is the place to go, Soul Bar is Cougar Town on a Sat Night, with the D.J that plays dance/rave music, we saw 3 hens nights in one hour who enjoyed dancing around their handbags with mums in tow, and dressed up like.....you guessed it cats. Enough Said !
If your a young or old guy looking for a Cougar, this is the place to go, Soul Bar is Cougar Town on a Sat Night, with the D.J that plays dance/rave music, we saw 3 hens nights in one hour who enjoyed dancing around their handbags with mums in tow, and dressed up like.....you guessed it cats. Enough Said !
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3.0
If your a young or old guy looking for a Cougar, this is the place to go, Soul Bar is Cougar Town on a Sat Night, with the D.J that plays dance/rave music, we saw 3 hens nights in one hour who enjoyed dancing around their handbags with mums in tow, and dressed up like.....you guessed it cats. Enough Said !
badess
21st July 2010
great enviornment and cool place to chill with friends. Fodd is really good too. So close to the city and has orrrrsum vibe.
great enviornment and cool place to chill with friends. Fodd is really good too. So close to the city and has orrrrsum vibe.
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4.0
great enviornment and cool place to chill with friends. Fodd is really good too. So close to the city and has orrrrsum vibe.
Jackson1234
14th July 2010
Walking along the harbour our tummies rumble and yet we are so very picky. So many to chose from but who will be the one? I take one look then glance either side to my peers. With out a word the feeling is mutual and we walk towards the entrance. Hit with a smile, warm lights and delectable aromas! We each grin knowing we have made the right move. “Welcome , its so nice to meet you” With a day full of ill mannered business people tearing at your sides for service a fresh feeling comes and it all seems so easy to forget the days woes. A polite pause, one word said in the right way. Be sure you do what’s best for you and your soul.
Walking along the harbour our tummies rumble and yet we are so very picky. So many to chose from but who will be the one? I take one look then glance either side to my peers. With out a word the feeling is mutual and we walk towards the entrance. Hit with a smile, warm lights and delectable aromas! We each grin knowing we have made the right move. “Welcome , its so nice to meet you” With a day full of ill mannered business people tearing at your sides for service a fresh feeling comes and it all seems so easy to forget the days woes. A polite pause, one word said in the right way. Be sure you do what’s best for you and your soul.
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5.0
Walking along the harbour our tummies rumble and yet we are so very picky. So many to chose from but who will be the one? I take one look then glance either side to my peers. With out a word the feeling is mutual and we walk towards the entrance. Hit with a smile, warm lights and delectable aromas! We each grin knowing we have made the right move. “Welcome , its so nice to meet you” With a day full of ill mannered business people tearing at your sides for service a fresh feeling comes and it all seems so easy to forget the days woes. A polite pause, one word said in the right way. Be sure you do what’s best for you and your soul.
Village_Local
12th July 2010
The food here is great, as is the location. Service could be improved but we go for the waterfront atmosphere and views.
The food here is great, as is the location. Service could be improved but we go for the waterfront atmosphere and views.
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3.5
The food here is great, as is the location. Service could be improved but we go for the waterfront atmosphere and views.
london06
7th July 2010
Dont forget to book a seat here - you cant turn up unannouced but the snapper was definitely worth talking about! Superb food and good service, maybe a little delayed in bring out the mains after the starter.
Dont forget to book a seat here - you cant turn up unannouced but the snapper was definitely worth talking about! Superb food and good service, maybe a little delayed in bring out the mains after the starter.
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3.0
Dont forget to book a seat here - you cant turn up unannouced but the snapper was definitely worth talking about! Superb food and good service, maybe a little delayed in bring out the mains after the starter.
Wallbert
3rd June 2010
After reading all the good reviews and hearing about all their awards, I thought Soul would be a great place to treat Mum for Mother's Day. We were seated on the terrace/outdoor area which was quite cramped and crowded. Being Mother's Day, we had expected this and so weren't too put off by it, however we were surprised to see that apart from the terrace, the rest of the restaurant was quite empty. The Maitre d' who seated us was unsmiling and a bit cold, and asked us if we would like still, sparkling or tap water. We asked for tap, but this took over 20 minutes to arrive. This proved typical throughout the day, with service being very slow throughout the meal. This was quite surprising since, as I mentioned earlier, the restaurant was not actually that full. The meals were unsubstatial with underwhelming flavours. My ravioli was mainly pasta with very little filling. Furthermore, the filling was cold while the pasta was hot. Definitely not worth what we paid for them. The only redeeming feature was the dessert, which was brilliant. For a more detailed review, please see Man Eating Pasta on http://maneatingpasta.blogspot.com/2010/06/soul-bar-bistro-viaduct-harbour.html
After reading all the good reviews and hearing about all their awards, I thought Soul would be a great place to treat Mum for Mother's Day. We were seated on the terrace/outdoor area which was quite cramped and crowded. Being Mother's Day, we had expected this and so weren't too put off by it, however we were surprised to see that apart from the terrace, the rest of the restaurant was quite empty. The Maitre d' who seated us was unsmiling and a bit cold, and asked us if we would like still, sparkling or tap water. We asked for tap, but this took over 20 minutes to arrive. This proved typical throughout the day, with service being very slow throughout the meal. This was quite surprising since, as I mentioned earlier, the restaurant was not actually that full. The meals were unsubstatial with underwhelming flavours. My ravioli was mainly pasta with very little filling. Furthermore, the filling was cold while the pasta was hot. Definitely not worth what we paid for them. The only redeeming feature was the dessert, which was brilliant. For a more detailed review, please see Man Eating Pasta on http://maneatingpasta.blogspot.com/2010/06/soul-bar-bistro-viaduct-harbour.html
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1.5
After reading all the good reviews and hearing about all their awards, I thought Soul would be a great place to treat Mum for Mother's Day. We were seated on the terrace/outdoor area which was quite cramped and crowded. Being Mother's Day, we had expected this and so weren't too put off by it, however we were surprised to see that apart from the terrace, the rest of the restaurant was quite empty.
The Maitre d' who seated us was unsmiling and a bit cold, and asked us if we would like still, sparkling or tap water. We asked for tap, but this took over 20 minutes to arrive. This proved typical throughout the day, with service being very slow throughout the meal. This was quite surprising since, as I mentioned earlier, the restaurant was not actually that full.
The meals were unsubstatial with underwhelming flavours. My ravioli was mainly pasta with very little filling. Furthermore, the filling was cold while the pasta was hot. Definitely not worth what we paid for them. The only redeeming feature was the dessert, which was brilliant.
For a more detailed review, please see Man Eating Pasta on http://maneatingpasta.blogspot.com/2010/06/soul-bar-bistro-viaduct-harbour.html
janeaustin
10th February 2010
The restaurant itself is spotless and the food is delicious! However the service of the waitress on my experience was extremely poor. I had called before hand to inquire about a dish and its ingredients (as my partner has allergies) but found that the waitress sounded not only confused, bored, impatient and unwilling to answer my queries!! I was shocked and astounded! This is not what i expected from Soul bar, who are known for their superb customer service and satisfaction. It didn't help that i was later served by the same waitress (who had forgotten our earlier phone conversation). She made no attempt to clarify on the the menu and had poor product knowledge. Eventually my partner had to personally ask the chef, because our waitress had simply disappeared! Fingers crossed you don't come across this waitress!
The restaurant itself is spotless and the food is delicious! However the service of the waitress on my experience was extremely poor. I had called before hand to inquire about a dish and its ingredients (as my partner has allergies) but found that the waitress sounded not only confused, bored, impatient and unwilling to answer my queries!! I was shocked and astounded! This is not what i expected from Soul bar, who are known for their superb customer service and satisfaction. It didn't help that i was later served by the same waitress (who had forgotten our earlier phone conversation). She made no attempt to clarify on the the menu and had poor product knowledge. Eventually my partner had to personally ask the chef, because our waitress had simply disappeared! Fingers crossed you don't come across this waitress!
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3.0
The restaurant itself is spotless and the food is delicious!
However the service of the waitress on my experience was extremely poor. I had called before hand to inquire about a dish and its ingredients (as my partner has allergies) but found that the waitress sounded not only confused, bored, impatient and unwilling to answer my queries!!
I was shocked and astounded! This is not what i expected from Soul bar, who are known for their superb customer service and satisfaction. It didn't help that i was later served by the same waitress (who had forgotten our earlier phone conversation). She made no attempt to clarify on the the menu and had poor product knowledge. Eventually my partner had to personally ask the chef, because our waitress had simply disappeared! Fingers crossed you don't come across this waitress!
trawler
18th April 2009
Turned up without a reservation on a Sat night,however Maitre'd said we could have a table as long as we were out in 90 mins which was fine with us.We had the John Dory and snapper and the dishes were delicious,service was attentive without being OTT.All in all a pleasurable meal.Would recommend to friends,only slight mention of noise from bar area which as it was a Sat evening was ok.
Turned up without a reservation on a Sat night,however Maitre'd said we could have a table as long as we were out in 90 mins which was fine with us.We had the John Dory and snapper and the dishes were delicious,service was attentive without being OTT.All in all a pleasurable meal.Would recommend to friends,only slight mention of noise from bar area which as it was a Sat evening was ok.
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4.5
Turned up without a reservation on a Sat night,however Maitre'd said we could have a table as long as we were out in 90 mins which was fine with us.We had the John Dory and snapper and the dishes were delicious,service was attentive without being OTT.All in all a pleasurable meal.Would recommend to friends,only slight mention of noise from bar area which as it was a Sat evening was ok.
tracy_duncan
10th November 2008
I had a great late lunch at Soul last friday. Lovely couple of hours in the sun with fresh snapper and lovely white wine. As usual its a great place to be and the staff are so onto it. Tracy
I had a great late lunch at Soul last friday. Lovely couple of hours in the sun with fresh snapper and lovely white wine. As usual its a great place to be and the staff are so onto it. Tracy
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4.5
I had a great late lunch at Soul last friday. Lovely couple of hours in the sun with fresh snapper and lovely white wine.
As usual its a great place to be and the staff are so onto it.
Tracy
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