Agliolio – A Once-Loved Lunch Spot No More

It’s always a bummer to hear about a once-favorite restaurant that’s lost its touch. That’s exactly what happened with Agliolio. This restaurant used to be a great lunch spot before the pandemic, and even during the height of the lockdown, it remained a solid option for a quick bite. However, things have taken a turn for the worse since our visit earlier this week.

We arrived at Agliolio for lunch with high expectations, only to be disappointed at every turn. My husband ordered from the “6 pack revolution” menu while I went for a steak. Unfortunately, the waiter didn’t ask me about sides or how I wanted my steak cooked. I had to flag him down and ask, but even then, he was unsure of what to do. A fellow waiter came over to help, but the experience was already off to a rocky start.

When the food finally arrived, the steak was cooked well, but the quality of the meat was sub-par. There was more fat than edible meat, so I ended up leaving more than half of it on my plate. To make matters worse, the head waiter didn’t even ask if everything was okay or why I left so much food behind.

The noise level in the restaurant was also extremely high, making it hard to hold a conversation. And to top it all off, the bill was astronomical for the sub-standard experience on offer.

It’s a shame to see a once-loved lunch spot fall from grace. We used to visit Agliolio regularly, but we won’t be returning anytime soon. Our rating? A disappointing 2/5 stars.