Melaza Bistro - Woodstock

Secondly, my market-priced steak, my wife's jerk chicken, and my son's chicken nuggets were disappointing. We felt the dishes were overpriced, and the food was lacking in seasoning. Genuine Spanish cuisine is usually known for its vibrant flavors, but we were left wondering if our meals were seasoned at all. While my son did enjoy his $10+ chicken nuggets, receiving bland food at such prices felt unacceptable. We understand that the location may drive up prices, but we believe that flavor should not be sacrificed, especially when accommodating a diverse community that may not be accustomed to bold seasonings. Lastly, the customer service was adequate—polite but occasionally inattentive, never crossing the line into rudeness. Overall, it's not a terrible place. However, if you are looking for truly authentic Spanish cuisine or more reasonably priced options with better quality control, I would suggest checking out other places.

Service: Dine-in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 2

The food at this restaurant was unbelievable. I had the pork dish, and it practically fell off the bone; it was incredibly tender. My partner's steak was cooked to perfection and beautifully seasoned. The tres leches cake was absolutely divine. We initially chose this place because it was the only highly-rated restaurant open on a Monday night, but after such a great experience, we'll be sure to return on our next visit to Woodstock, no matter what else is open. We were truly impressed by the quality of the flavors and the excellent service!

Service: Dine-in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

I've been to this restaurant twice and the food is fantastic! Last week, I tried a special dish featuring rich fish with a creamy coconut curry sauce, and it was perfect—the sauce was incredible! I would have loved an extra roll to dip into that delicious sauce. If they offered it for sale, I would definitely buy it; it was just that amazing. The flavors were well-balanced and not overpowering at all. The combination of the rich fish and the sauce was exceptional. The atmosphere is lovely, and there are so many enticing options on the menu that I'm eager to return and explore more. Unless, of course, that incredible lime-infused coconut curry sauce is on the menu again!