Crab Du Jour - Manchester

Mother's Day at this restaurant was a delightful experience. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, the service was top-notch, and the food was absolutely delicious. We were treated like royalty from the moment we walked in and were made to feel so special. It was the perfect way to celebrate such a special occasion. I highly recommend this restaurant for Mother's Day or any other special event.

This was the worst dining experience we have ever had. We arrived one hour after they opened only to be told that they had already run out of food. The restaurant was empty and now I can see why. I do not recommend anyone ever go here.

We requested a bottle of wine that was on the menu but they did not have it available. The same happened when we asked for a dessert that was listed on the menu. The service for drinks from the bar took a long time to arrive due to insufficient staff. The food was decent, but overall the lack of available items and slow service were disappointing.

When we entered the restaurant, we noticed one customer and a couple of people complaining to the manager on the phone. We waited for a long time before the hostess finally acknowledged us. After being seated, we read the menu thoroughly, but no waiter or waitress came to take our order. We eventually decided to leave and went to the Mexican restaurant across the street, which provided a much better dining experience.

Starting with the positive, I agree with many reviews that the staff at this restaurant are friendly. However, there appears to be a lack of training and communication among the wait staff. Despite it not being a busy time, our drinks were served at different times, as were our appetizers and main dishes. Unfortunately, the main dishes had crust buildup from sitting under a heat lamp. The $9.99 12 oz. drinks were not worth the price, with the strawberry smoothie containing only liquid syrup and blended ice, and no actual fruit. The Mango Madness was even worse, with a spoonful of mango puree in weak sparkling water. The sodas lacked carbonation. On a positive note, the food was reasonably priced, with generous servings cooked correctly. However, the overall experience felt similar to eating at a fast food restaurant, despite the bill coming to $178 for 4 adults and a 2-year-old.