Went for breakfast a few days ago, and lunch a few days before that. This review covers both. I must admit that I’m surprised at the low reviews. That’s not to say it deserves more, but for once I see reviews that actually portray a restaurant as needing some improvement The room is comfortable, large, and bright, with comfortable space between the tables. The food both visits was good, but could have been much better. Chefs, take note: Seasoning ingredients with salt and pepper is a common prep task commonly used to season and enhance flavors. You may want to consider it. The food would have gotten a full additional star from me had there been any hint of seasoning. The octopus salad was memorable for the lovely texture and interesting side salad, and also for its $18 price for 2 small pieces of tentacle. The burger would have been excellent had it been seasoned. My omelet at breakfast was nicely cooked, but unfortunately completely unseasoned, as was the side hojaldre. My wife’s bacon & eggs were OK, but a place called The American Trade Hotel should know what over easy eggs are. And the $5 or $6 glass of “freshly squeezed grapefruit juice” ($5 in the menu, $6 on my bill) was obviously diluted with at least 25% water. The waiter was indifferent to my comments about seasoning, diluted grapefruit juice, and in general. All that said, I’d go back for the good quality ingredients and nice looking room. Hopefully they work out the kinks and become a solid 4* restaurant.
