We went to Alcalde for my birthday. Upon arrival, the hostess didn't greet us, I had to initiate…read morethe conversation and let her know I had a reservation. For a high end restaurant like this, I expected a warmer, more attentive welcome.
The meal itself was definitely unique, with beautifully presented and delicious dishes, some more memorable than others. Sitting at the counter was an interesting experience, as we could watch the kitchen in action and see the cooking staff at work. Our main waiter was attentive, and a few other servers, who were even more charismatic, brought out some of our dishes and added to the experience.
I can understand why some negative reviews point out that a few dishes are just "okay," but there are also standouts that make the menu worth trying. Overall, it was a special dining experience, the ambience is just ok.