Menestralia.

[ragdollabbi]

Not sure about buffet breakfast Roig Cat, but you could always go for lunch. By the time you have finished that, it should be time for you to get your keys Enjoy

 

[roig cat]

May just do that!!

 

[lollipop]

They don't serve buffet breakfasts but do serve coffee and croissants or even baguettes.

 

[Hannah70]

We lunched here last week. We seemed to be the only tourists so it felt very Spanish. Lots of buzzing chatter - a good atmosphere and busy.

Food seemed fresh and was constantly being replaced. Some super stews and soups as well as fresh salads, fish and anything you think of really. Bottleof wine, water and lemonade brought to the table and then beer and soft drinks on tap if you felt the need.

I'm glad we went because it filled a rainy day. The food was nice and It was certainly good vaule. However, I'm not classing it as a favourite because for me it all seemed a little too impersonal (as most buffets are). Great place to visit on a bad weather day though.

Good value for families on a budget. Young children are charged a special rate but ours were too old but at 9.50 (or may have been 8.50 I've forgotten) each it was a bargain.

 

[eleanor]

I am often concerned about buffets as a little ott when it comes to infections due to a medical problem. I go overboard with hand santilizers and have one in every room of my home. Can anyone tell me if the food is covered or is it open for anyone to touch sneeze on or whatever?

 

[Hannah70]

Hi Eleanor

The buffet cabinets have the usual see-through hoods at shoulder level (if that makes sense) but the food was all open for view with no individual lids so you perhaps wouldn't like it.

 

[eleanor]

Hi Hannah thanks very much. I think I will pass! In all the years we have been going to PP I have visited the glass factory many times but have never been in the restaurant. Don't think I dare chance it!
Thanks again.

 

[lollipop]

I have eaten here many times and never been unwell,but I don't have any underlying problems.

 

[eleanor]

I certainly wasn't implying that it was unsafe to eat here and I'm sure the food is wonderful but due to my medical problem I do need to be especially careful which means I go over the top and drive everyone mad! Sneeze into the middle of the arm and not the hand which passes germs, no hand shaking, hand santilizers on tap etc etc! OCD i'm afraid!

The reports from people visiting Menestralia are positive and excellent value too. Sorry if I gave the impression I was doubting the restaurant - the problem is me and not them!

 

[Nick]

At least you can see the food here. What about the majority of restaurants where you can't see the food, preparation or people preparing it? They could be up to anything!!

 

[eleanor]

One reason I'm in the minority and don't enjoy eating out!

I would hope that any place that produces food to be consumed by the public follows health and safety rules and hygiene is followed closely. Surely the basic law of any establishment.

Anyway my comment was not directed towards any restuarant but more towards some people who may use a buffet where food is open and on show and do not observe the same standards as I would expect. The idea of grubby hands touching food or coughing or sneezing on food is just not on my menu i'm afraid.

Anyway to get back to thread - I spoke with a friend who eats at Menestralia after visiting the glass factory and apparently their sweets are brilliant.

 

[pollensacare]

I have wayeb here a few tomes Satursay nite is dance nite. Well worth a visit. Excellent value for money. Plenty of choices for eating. They happy to change red wine to Rose or white. Beer on tap and soft drinks help yourself. Dwf good value for money.

 

[Nick]

Def on my "to do" list of places to eat methinks!!