Caesars, Goodramgate
We had a 9pm Saturday night booking and were forced to wait twenty minutes for our table. However, the management gave everybody a free drink and when we did sit down three complimentary garlic breads were also provided as an apology for the delay.
Despite the disappointing start, I have to say I couldn’t help but be taken in as the whole room buzzes with energy which, with the open kitchen and predominantly Italian staff, makes for a vibrant Mediterranean feel. The interior is decorated in an imitation marble homage to the architecture of classical Rome and the vast window also gives beautiful views of York Minster and St. William’s College, perfect for a romantic first date.
The menu itself is extensive, offering over 60 main course dishes, with a large range of pizza, pasta and meat dishes to choose from. I opted for the fillet of beef wrapped in bacon and served with a red wine and mushroom sauce. The only disappointment was the fact that the portion of vegetables was a bit small when split between three of us. The beef was cooked to perfection, complimented by the bacon flavour. The sauce was rich, but did not dominate over the other flavours.
There was nothing that leaped out at me from the sweet menu, and in the end I decided to opt for an espresso, which ended the meal very nicely. At £14 my main meal was one of the most expensive on the menu (the pizza and pasta dishes were cheaper), and with wine, coffee and tip, my total expenditure was £20; I felt this was very reasonable.
We were also given two plates of chocolates with our bill. The waiters were very friendly and the quality of service provided made it an enjoyable dining experience. I would certainly eat there again, but I would recommend aiming to dine before 7.30p.m in order to guarantee a swift service. However, for the less socially adventurous, they even do takeaways!
Reviewed by N. Luke Abraham
