Results tagged “Malmaison” from Birmingham Mail - Restaurant Spy

As the only bloke this side of 1957 who doesn't use a mobile phone, perhaps I'm biased.

But I hate the intrusive things - especially in restaurants.

I visited the brasserie at Malmaison last night and was horrified at the number of people who sat using the things, some of them to the exclusion of their dining partners. Such behaviour is appallingly rude.

I think there should be an absolute ban on mobiles in restaurants.

If people want to make phone calls and eat at the same time, let them visit their nearest Subway branch.

Lunch deals at restaurants can be disappointing affairs. All too often the choice is limited and the dishes unimpressive.

But I sampled the £9.95 lunch at Malmaison yesterday which comprises a main course and a glass of wine and I have to say I walked away a happy man. The rump steak I ordered was a generous chunk of properly cooked beef. There were good chips and a pleasant sauce. There were other dishes on the menu that appealed, too.

We've linked up with the hotel to offer five free lunches as competition prizes in this Thursday's Food + Drink section of the Mail. Well worth entering, I reckon.