Gong - Sarinena

Heard only good things about this restaurant. Arrived at 20.35 for 20.45 reservation. We were left standing outside until 21.00 (I am 75). The ambience was poor and dated and the table was very basic but the chairs were comfortable. It was 21.25 before we received our starter. I ordered the chicken tacos. I received 2 and they were very average and way overpriced at €8.50. My wife was pleased with her starter. We both had the pork belly for our main. It was ok but far too salty an too much soya which totally dominated the flavour. Our drinks: I ordered still water in Spanish and my wife a tonic water. I received a small carafe of water with a glass with an ice cube in it. I had half of it drank before I realised that it was tap water. I was a bit shocked as I had never drank tap water in my 23 years coming to Spain. I was charged €2.50 for the tap water. My wife then ordered a bottle of Magners cider and was charged €5.5 for it. We then asked for our bill which came to €52 (very expensive for what we got) we paid our bill with a small tip and left. I need to say that the staff were all very pleasant and obliging. My wife was passing out with the heat and one of the waiters brought a fan as close as the lead would allow and this helped a lot. We were indoors and there was no sign of air con, just a row of fans on the far wall from us. As I said, I came expecting a lot but was left disappointed and won’t be going back. I have another booking for 5 September but will be cancelling this. Paul, La Mata

Just been told my reservation was cancelled because I didn't confirm. I appreciate no shows are an issue for restaurants, but I'm on holiday so I'm not constantly checking my phone and emails for messages that threaten to cancel if you don't respond. I wish you had said at the time of booking that you'll need confirmation 24 hours before your reservation.

Simply the best restaurant in the neighbourhood that we visited on our stay. The food is original and the menu is cheap. We go back each year we come to Spain.

Unbelievably Good good Great restaurant Fantastic food great staff Highly recommend Booking is essential. You will not be disappointed

Me and my wife who is vegan went for food last night the 4 course meal is very good value and the flavours and portion sizes and the flavours of the food is amazing the chef Lorraine took the time out to speak to us and is such a lovely person we highly recommend this place and will be returning again many tanks Darren Ireland