Di Stasio Carlton

Saw that there was a table available for 7:30pm, so instead of booking online, my friend and I decided we’d walk across to the restraint. We’re greeted by a very rude restaurant Manager who said we don’t have available until 8:30pm, but we said that the website confirmed there was one at 7:30pm. So he advised us to book online then. He didn’t once pick up his reservations device to check and walked off. I ended up booking online and he asked us to leave and come back as we’re 10 minutes early. Didn’t offer us to have a drink first. Puzzled we walked away and went back for some reason. The Manager made us wait for a while and didn’t acknowledge that we’re waiting. Didn’t even ask for the name on the booking. Eventually after seeing him also bark at another couple to book directly on their website, they seated us down. Although the outdoor setting is lovely, and the croquettes were lovely, that’s where the positives end. The female waitress we had was also rude and made it very challenging to order drinks and food. It was like we’re inconveniencing her every time we flagged her down to order. The pasta I got was so undercooked that I had to send it back. The Manager then came back claiming they use gluten free pasta and that is why it’s chewy. This is a first - since when did Italian restaurants use gluten free pasta? Sadly, this restaurant needs a wake up call and should hire new management and waiters that actually want to look after their diners. Everything is so overpriced for what it is. Save your money and go somewhere that will treat you with respect and provide great food.

We had such a beautiful dinner at Di Stasio. Wonderful service, delicious food (and they catered for gluten free dietary requirements) and a beautiful atmosphere. Super funky interior too