Reviews


The restaurant offers a stunning view and elevated atmosphere, perfect for special occasions and date nights. However, some guests experienced slow service, especially during private events, and cold, bland food during restaurant week. Despite these issues, many highlighted the exceptional service, delicious dishes, and unique whiskey cocktails made by skilled bartenders. The speakeasy concept was praised for its fun ambiance, secretive vibe, and impressive drink selection. The menu, which includes salads, flatbreads, and creative desserts like Brie brûlée, was well-received by diners. Overall, Thea is recommended for its fresh, local ingredients, fantastic service, and memorable dining experience, The Observatory typically has an average rating of 4.1.

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 8 reviews

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Menulist
2.6 ★ from 5 reviews
Hilbert
06.01.2023 - 21:35

We were unaware that there was a private event happening at the same time as our reservation. It took an hour to receive our cheese plate. We would have preferr...

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Andy
06.01.2023 - 21:35

My experience at this restaurant was extremely disappointing. The drinks were clearly watered down and the atmosphere was loud and filled with drunk patrons, so...

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Cassandra
30.11.2022 - 16:30

Place was great but we went during the restaurant week and the menu wasn’t the same as served. They ran out of desserts and replaced them with average cake. Als...

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Jedidiah
30.11.2022 - 16:30

I wanted to try something new, and The Alex was definitely the perfect choice. The drinks were great, the food was delicious, the atmosphere was cozy, and the s...

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Chandler
30.11.2022 - 16:30

Went for restaurant week. The decor is really nice. The drinks were good. The food was cold and bland. Really a major let down. Service was slow. Only one waite...

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Opentable
4.1 ★ from 8 reviews

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