Guido's Restaurant in Alsancak

Lincsman



Joined: 02/04/2008
Posts: 117

Message Posted:
30/10/2008 15:53

Just got back from NC today. Have to give a special mention for sunday lunch at Guido's in Alsancak. The food was suberb and excellent value at 22 YTL per head for 3 courses. It did help that we exchanged our money on Thursday and got 2.71YTL/£.

scampy



Joined: 15/01/2008
Posts: 982

Message Posted:
30/10/2008 22:44

Lincsman



Glad to hear that but not for me ever again



My friend and I went for lunch there today, and we were really disapointed, as we had heard so many good things about the place we thought we would try it



The food was ..... put it this way, we both felt very sick

The service was awful, the so called special bread .... From Atakara

My friend was told as her phone rang that she should turn it off... Not a good move

When we asked for some Tea after the meal... Em sorry no tea



And for the grand total of 60 lira for 2 lunches



Won't be going there again



Susie x

augusta



Joined: 10/06/2008
Posts: 173

Message Posted:
30/10/2008 23:45

with such a mixed report I think I'll just stay away from guidos !

but thanks for the info

dalartokat


Joined: 14/04/2008
Posts: 734

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 00:07

Scampy did you tell anyone at the time of your feelings regarding this restaurant because you are the first person to say anything negative regarding Guidos and your choice of language regarding the food is disappointing.



I really do think people should talk to the owners of restaurants first before going on public boards.

joandjelly


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 2953

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 00:24

Err yeah big tea drinking nation Italy! Would you expect to go into a greasy spoon in the UK and drink Espresso? When in Rome...

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 00:30

Give them a chance!!!!



The owners have only just started up, and had a rough ride with their previous place Brasserrie...?



Give them support.... try it and help them dont slag them!



No I am not on commission, just went there a couple of times and always people give somebody a chance and benefit of the doubt!



nunu

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2352

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 00:31

Complaining about the food/service is not the British way, well not for me anyway. I make my feelings known by not leaving a tip and not going again.

karakum5c



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 1021

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 00:37

Here we all go again, what one person considers a good restaurant another will not. This thread will probably go on and on and will become more vitrilolic as we go, with no doubt the owners joining in and at the end of the day there will be no conclusion. If you dont like the meal --dont tip--complain--only pay some--or refuse to pay at all.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 10:21

scampy sorry you were disappointed, i explianed to you the machine had broken down and that we get our supplies of bottled water on fridays. You were not asked to turn the phone down you in fact asked me to turn the music down. I asked you if the meal was fine and you both said you were full and wanted to leave room for your pudding. If that was the case why you couldnt tell us. You even left a tip. The breakdown was 32ytl for 2 main course and 10ytl each for choc mouse and crepe suzzette plus 3 drinks total 60ytl However thank you for your comments nice to put a face to a name.

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 10:26

susie, the bread was actually from astro as we had had a power cut again and in order to make sure you had some bread balsamic and oil on your table we went out to get it for you. You were there alll of a hour and in that time had your meal and dessert. We dont claim to be a fast foood outlet and we never get asked for tea only italian coffees however you have identified a need for some brits. However most customers are very pleased and we welcome thoose.Pop in for a cup of tea and tell me face to face the problems you encountered as nobody else saw them

brian24001


Joined: 23/03/2008
Posts: 606

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 10:34

Professional response Liz. I have to say having eaten at Guidos a few times, never a bad meal/service/anything.

If there is a problem, I know that Liz or Guido would go out of their way to fix it, but first they must know.

Fixing things retrospectively is ok, but tell them at the time, and it will be sorted there and then and hopefully before disappointment sets in.

Christine (Augusta) don't be put off, if you fancy a great meal, with sea food specials on a Friday, so fresh, the stuff is still moving, then then give Guidos a try, if as Scampy says it is not to your liking, speak up, qualify your criticism, and everyone will benefit from any improvement. Having tried it, if you really find it not to your liking, then and only then decide not to return.

And for the less discerning there is always Pizza King a 5 second walk away.

dozza67


Joined: 11/07/2008
Posts: 607

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 11:02

Do Guido's take credit cards?

Chessman


Joined: 13/05/2008
Posts: 486

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 11:04

brian 24001



Excellent post! I think your last sentence is very apposite as quality can be confusing to some people. LOL. As always, there are two sides to a story.

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 14:13

Hi Liz and Guido, Hope all is well it was a pleasure to meet you two and I liked your restuarant.



I will certainly come back and see you guys for a meal or two and of course a few drinks!



Nunu the little guy!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:00

susie, its lilli again thank you for starting this thread. You yourself know that two things you cannont do here is to ask someone to stop smoking at the table or not to use a phone, not once were you asked not to do either. We like to leave that to the diners good manners. YOU MADE YOUR CHOICE FROM THE MENU AND YOU KNEW WHAT WAS IN IT. aS THE MEALS ARE COOKED FRESH YOU MAY EXPERIENCE SOMe DELAY. so to tell the board you felt sick and not us, you actually wanted to make room for desert. Pop in and I will willing give you your tip back had you brought anything to our attention we could have rectified it at once. However as I said thank you for the comments we will always accept critisim when conscutive but not to make me out a liar. goodluck

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:03

augusta, i do hope you dont stay away but it is your choice to take the word of one comment against all the positive ones. those lovely people who know us appreciate that we will do all in our power to ensure thier enjoyment.Cant please all the people all the time but we do manage to please a lot of the people all of the time. Some do have ulterior motives and thats fine

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:05

nunu of course we remember you how the devil are you. Thank you for kind words. hope to see you soon Lilli

Lilli



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Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:06

Thank you Brian its nice to get positive feedback. Hope to see you soon Lilli

Lilli



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Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:08

hi dozza yes we take all except from AMEX.hOPE TO SEE YOU SOON lILLLI

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:10

THANKS CHESSMAN .cant win thm all. You know how far we go to get all the fresh products for our discering clients including the live oysters, lobsters etc.Thank you again for your support Lilli

PtePike



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Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:17

Msg 4: "I really do think people should talk to the owners of restaurants first before going on public boards."



Why? Paying customers can only take as they find. Restaurant reviewers don't say when they'll be coming for that very reason. It's how you keep places on their toes. Obviously people should complain there and then for poor service or food and any decent place would either apologise or give a credible explanation.



No axes to grind, pals in the trade or anything like that. Just trying to be impartial and constructive.

PtePike



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Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:26

Hector: "Complaining about the food/service is not the British way, well not for me anyway. I make my feelings known by not leaving a tip and not going again."]



But that's exactly why certain other nations think the Brits are such a bunch of pushovers and are there to be ripped off, all this "let's not cause a scene" nonsense. By not tackling shoddy service there and then, politely but firmly, you are letting the culprits away with it and allowing them to do the same to the next poor punters to arrive hoping for a good meal and night out. Hector, if yous is the "British way" then I'm glad not to consider myself part of the federal state. I believe in saying what needs to be said and doing what needs to be done for me, my family and friends and hopefully for the good of everyone. You make a few enemies along the way but **** them - you don't need people like that.



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PtePike



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Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:28

And I have to say the messages from LILLI/Guidos are bang on and to me the sign of a well-run establishment. Pikey's Approval.

Chessman


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Posts: 486

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 16:39

PP: This is too nice! I have lost all respect for you! LOL

PtePike



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Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 17:26

Sorry, normal service will resume shortly.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 18:09

hi ptepike i thank you and agree with you, it would never be too much trouble to replace a meal if it wasnt up to scratch or wrong choice, but to feel sick as she claims and found space for a rich choc mouse I i found that damaging we are not everyones CUP OF TEA cannont be everyones cup of tea but we try VERY hard. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT LILLI

scampy



Joined: 15/01/2008
Posts: 982

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 18:48

Lilli



Sorry if I have upset you

We did try and give you the benifit of the doubt. we didn't finish the meal as it was very rich even for my friend, we didn't say that at the time as we didn't feel ill until about an hour later and it got worse after that,



I will pop in tomorrow if I get a chance as I don't want any ill feelings between us



Plus we left the tip because it is something we always do, and we knew it was all made fresh





Susie x

CJtill


Joined: 02/05/2008
Posts: 836

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 20:12

re message 6

What happened to the Brasserie as we went there once and found it an ok restraunt. Cannot comment on the new place as have not been there yet

Michael

dalartokat


Joined: 14/04/2008
Posts: 734

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 20:40

Pikey, I said "I really do think people should talk to the owners of restaurants first before going on public boards"



You said "Obviously people should complain there and then for poor service or food and any decent place would either apologise or give a credible explanation."



Pikey this is what I said, people should talk to the owners first, ie if you have had a bad meal or service talk to the owners, which is what Scampy should have done. Instead she has come on this board and slated Guidos and made out that the food she ate made her "feel sick". She has not told anyone what she ate before she went into the restaurant or what she ate the night before, or comes to that, what she had drank that day and the night before.



By the way Pikey, havn't had an e mail from you in the last couple months(wink wink)

PtePike



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Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 21:08

dalartokat,



Yeah, I see what you are saying. I was really meaning there's no reason not to go public about a bad experience, but maybe didn't make this clear with the excitement of a Friday and all.



"By the way Pikey, havn't had an e mail from you in the last couple months(wink wink)"



Have to confess I can't place you among my contacts, but see above about Fridays etc. Drop me an email and remind me.

Whistler


Joined: 28/07/2008
Posts: 1332

Message Posted:
31/10/2008 23:55

Hi everyone.

Just come home after an evening at Guido`s for Haloween. Not packed out but cosy and a very nice atmosphere again. Maybe some people keeping away because of the adverse comments on here!!!!! Well they missed a very nice evening. Guido even gave us all second helpings if we wanted it. We were discussing it on the way home and both agreed if two people should succeed it should be Liz and Guido. By the way, they will be doing a Christmas Dinner so check it out. Well done both. Missed seeing BJ this evening. Kitty is doing well by the way.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 00:31

hi chill greed by the landlords like everywhere else, but hey here we are still trying to make a living a have to put up with cxxp like this. you know the bras was good and nothing has changed service, pesentatio etc same, only thing we dont carry as much stock as we dont have storage and because of power cuts that is why we decided to stick to italian as we makw everything fresh power cuts permitting. you will love the new place nowhere near as grand but different, however same warm welcome and great food with excellent wine selection,, plus fresh oysters, lobsters,vongole,mussels and scallops evert friday. hope to see you again lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 00:33

hi lincsmas hope you setted back and its not to cold it was our pleasure to see you and serve you,we are so glad you enjoyed it. have a great xmas and new yeat and see you soon. take care lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 00:40

hi dolartokat thank you it seems we all feel the same way, susie is going to pop in as she dosent want bad feelings, however we agree anything could and would have been rectified. I HAVE BEEN BROUGHT UP TO GIVE PEOPLE A SECOND CHANCE SO WE WILL SEE.thank you for your kind reply see you soon lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 00:44

hi whilster thank you so glad you enjoyed it, it was a lovely atmosphere wasnt it. Glad itty is doing well Bj went beserk for a time but enjoyed the gooooulash so much it quitened him down. thank you for for kind comments see you soon lilli

SAFFI


Joined: 01/07/2008
Posts: 342

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 01:37

Hi All



Feel I just to add my comments here,



Guidos is a lovely restaurant, the food is VERY good and excellent value for money.



The hospitality is friendly and very accomodating,



Lilli & Guido could not have done more for us on our night there,



We had a great meal and time at Guidos



best wishes



Sue & Dave

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 09:48

hi saffi it was our pleasure, are you back in the cold and wet weather now.when are you back as we look forward to seeing you both again. happy xmas and new year lilli

brian24001


Joined: 23/03/2008
Posts: 606

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 10:02

Lilli,

Re Msg: 32

"you will love the new place nowhere near as grand but different,"

Having visited the Bras in the past, I much prefer the informality of the new place, type of place you can just 'pop in' anytime, lunch, dinner, or just a beer and a chat sitting outside or in the comfortable loungers. But probably most importantly a small specialist menu and specials, not 6-8 pages of stuff that clearly goes straight from the freezer to the microwave as in many establishments.

As I said in msg 11, 'a little more discerning'

I think it was just what Alsancak needed.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 15:11

thank you again brian we love it too,i agree with you i can never make a choice when faced with pages and pages of something covered in a non discrpt sauce,love it when you all pop in makes my day. thank you for your support and love to all lilli

Jayne62


Joined: 19/10/2008
Posts: 93

Message Posted:
01/11/2008 17:29

Hi Can someone tell me exactly where Guidos is located, is it on the main road in Alsansack? we are coming over for xmas and the new year, and with the fab reports on it, def wants to give it a try. Also are they doing xmas lunch, if so what times? Thanks Jayne62

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 09:15

Hi jane62 we are on the main girne-lapta rd. pass the Lady statue-alsanjack turn, about 100-150 metres on the right on the same building of Pizza King just opposite end of it.look forward to seeing you.

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 09:38

hi again jayne62 sory forgot to sa we are doing a traditional festive xmas lunch and brunch on boxing day. it will be lovely to see you. lili

w26kay



Joined: 14/10/2007
Posts: 479

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 13:46

Hi Lilli, I was disgusted to read the adverse report on here re: Guidos, but you know what they say - all publicity is good publicity, and from ALL of the positive and lovely comments about your restaurant, everyone is sure to know that this "particular diner's" comments are either untrue, have an ulterior motive, attention seeking, or her sickness may have been down to greed for eating too much of your lovely food! If her experience was so bad, why didn't she have a polite word with you at your establishment and give you the opportunity to rectify her complaint? Basically, because there wasn't a genuine complaint! From ALL of the comments I have read the "Guido's experience" is not to be missed in NC for excellent cuisine, ambiance and service. Keep up the brilliant work girl. XX NOTE - For all you potential diners out there, it is only fair to your hosts if you have a problem at any establishment, tell the owner at the time, not try and rubbish them on the BB afterwards

puppylover



Joined: 05/05/2008
Posts: 1427

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 16:23

w26kay......I think you have said what a lot of members who have tied the "Guido" experience would say.



First restaurant I have been to where I have eaten the full 3 courses and thought it was totally delicious. Excellent service and for a 1st class restaurant very reasonably priced.



To say the food made the poster "feel very sick" is offensive to the owners especially if a complaint was not made at the time.

Still, with all the positive compliments in regards to Guido's Margaret and Guido will continue to do well.....they deserve it.

Jayne62


Joined: 19/10/2008
Posts: 93

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 18:04

Hi Lilli Thank you for the information, we are coming over there Dec 21st to 2nd Jan, so i certainly will have a meal there whilst we are visiting. Will we need to book if we decided to have a meal xmas day? Thanks Jayne 62

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:08

Hi Kay how lovely to hear from you. You know my physic power told me the minute they walked in they were going to be trouble, I did all i could to make them feel welcome byt they didnt want it.I dont mind standing back when required but I wont be called a liar or take blame for something I havent done, she wasreally damaging saying they were sick but all the people who have popped into see if i am ok all say the same thing about the lady so all i can do is feel so sorry for her. may even employ her as my pr agent > Kay thank God people love us and know us today we had 3 for sunday lunch 2 power cuts and water went not one word of complaint. I hope she does not experience all these difficulties with her cleaning company/we all try to help each other here and i get asked all the time to recommend a cleaning company or property managment company guess who i wont recommend. How are you. My BJ is fine you would not know him from that scrawny puo with his tummy hanging ou to the celebratiy

Lilli



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Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:09

saffi thank you thank you thank you see u next visit i hope

Lilli



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Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:10

scampy hope you feel better now

Lilli



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Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:14

not the celebrity he has become trying to get the other two to accept him and that is proving hard. you know the day sshe came iin i ha 2 friends come to see me both men yes lucky e ones wife left him for a turkisk waiter the other getting deported bothy crying and to hear what she had to say not to my face its unbeiveable, to see a man cry really hurts me anyway i digress. you young lady keep in touch i love to hea from you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:18

hi pippylover thank you we love you both too. BJ fine driving me mad . It was all so unneccassary could have been sorted there and then. I hope she does come in so I can give her back the tip she left. You know i get asked all the time to recommend priperty companies and or cleaning companies and whilst i try to help everybody here i woint recommend her she may feel sick see you both soon i hope xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

w26kay



Joined: 14/10/2007
Posts: 479

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:18

Hi Lilli & BJ too. xx

Can see you have been really really busy with all your loyal and lovely clientelle at the "IN Place to be" in NC. Everyone is raving about the place.



Clearly (given your latest posting) the poster did not take up your invitation to pop in for a cuppa?



Good for you, for being professional enough to make the offer to resolve the complaint. One can only wonder why your offer was not taken up eh???



Keep smiling lovely. Take care. xxx

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:20

hi jayne62 xas day you will have to book. it will be lovely to see you and thank you for your kind reply. a warm welcome awaits you see you for the festive season. take care lilli xxx

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 19:25

hi kay tea for two even bought earl grey mind you apart from cristal hats my other fav drink. speak soon keep well and keep strong. i thank you so much for all your suupportxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

stewy


Joined: 18/10/2008
Posts: 279

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 20:52

Guido's eh. What a place. Cheap tasty food and good service. Only a small gripe that I hope is rectified before my next visit. Some starters are a bit small and arty farty. Also the vegetable portions are far too small.

w26kay



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Posts: 479

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 21:24

Obviously one of the "larger" people in Nige's video.

stewy


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Message Posted:
02/11/2008 21:36

Not really. The wife who is on the petite size pointed it out. She had some lettuce and apple starter with pistaccio nuts. It was a joke. 3 leaves sticking out of a couple of slices of apple with 2 pistaccio nuts on the side of the plate.

And I agreed about the small veg portions. Although I'm not really into a lot of veg. Usually have a salad myself.

I think this forum should reflect honest veiws on restaurants.

PtePike



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Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 22:52

LILLI: "My BJ is fine..."



Hey, honestly, a brandy on the house would be fine.

Turtle


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Posts: 2669

Message Posted:
02/11/2008 23:08

Ha Ha Ha........why would any man want to call himself "BJ"

Sorry

w26kay



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Posts: 479

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 00:57

It's the name of the puppy Turtle.

puppylover



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Message Posted:
03/11/2008 07:32

BJ.....Blackjack is the name of Lillie's adorable puppy.

Lilli



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Message Posted:
03/11/2008 08:16

HI Stewey, thank you for your comments. The Starters are ment to stimulate yours taste buds, not to fill you up that you cannot manage the main course and may be follow by dessert or a plate of cheeses. I have been trained to high standards and the presentation of food for me is very important, you eat with your eyes before you even taste the food. What I am trying to do is introduce good food at a realistic price without ripping people off. I take on board your comment about the vegetable portions but as I said before, it is nice to have space for some dessert or cheese after dinner. We are always more then happy to give extra vegetables upon request, just ask for it. Guido.

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 08:21

hi ptepike you can always have a brandy on the house. BJ is the puppy i recused from near death and survived 3 major virus s come in and see him.some of the members have met him so its just to update them lilli

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 08:24

hi turtle as others have said BJ IS THE LITTLE PUPPY I RESCUED FROM NEAR DEATH I FOUND HIM WITH HIS STOMACH HANGING OUT HE SURVIVED THEN GOT PARVO VIRUS THEN DISTEMER , THE LITTLE FIGHTER HAS COME THROUGH IT ALL AND SOME MEMBERS KNOW HIM SO ITS JUST AN UPDATE REALY WOULDNT BE THAT NICE IF IT WAS A MAN LILLI

rowan


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Posts: 450

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 09:44

Two friends and I want to have lunch at Guidos tomorrow, no problem with this except that I only want a snack, whilst they will probably have more than that. Are their such things as, sandwiches? Many thanks

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 09:51

hi rowan we close on tuesday but we do sanwiches snacks, plate of meats or cheese from deli counter. Are you able to come wednesday it will be nice to see you Lilli

PtePike



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Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 11:42

Hi Lilli,



I'd be delighted to come along some time and meet the crew and BJ and most importantly try the food. Looking forward to it.

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 15:12

HIPTEPIKE WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU TOO TAKE CARE LILLI

stewy


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Posts: 279

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 18:35

went back the other day and was happy to see that the portions have actually increased in size which is a good sign for what could be a very good, respectable and formidable reckoning force on the old resturant front hope to see u guys soon

and keep up the good work.

oh and one more thing dont talk about a silly dog this forum is for the resturant only i really have no simpathy for those scaverging animals.

maybe if u added a bit of that dog meat to the portions they might be sufficient enough for me.

see you soon

Littlenige



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Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 18:43

Guidos is the ONLY place have been had had good meals on consecutive visits, I do not go every week as I am not a big pasta fan but on the 3 or 4 occasions I have been the food service and general ambiance was second to nne at reasonable prices.





I did visit a certain chinese not to far away on saturday nigt fo crispy duck takeaway.



Was throwing up and tother end all day sunday it was no joke I DO NOT DO VOMITING it is so Gross.

w26kay



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Posts: 479

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 18:46

Stewy I think you are just a trouble-maker..... here is what you said yesterday.... 2/11/8 "Guido's eh. What a place. Cheap tasty food and good service. Only a small gripe that I hope is rectified before my next visit. Some starters are a bit small and arty farty. Also the vegetable portions are far too small".

Here is what you said today .....3/11/8........."went back the other day"........



OH and which day would that be? The day in between 2nd and 3rd November????

............................ "and was happy to see that the portions have actually increased in size which is a good sign for what could be a very good, respectable and formidable reckoning force on the old resturant front hope to see u guys soon".



Hmm you are not all that you seem IMHO. Have you been there at all???



and keep up the good work.

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 19:23

Kay, I see that although Stewy posted his message on 2/11/08 he doesn,t actually say when he had visited Guidos so it is feasible that there has in fact been a few days in between visits, that doesn,t make him a troublemaker surely.

I have visited Guidos, it,s a lovely place, nicely decorated, good menu, friendly owners, I shall probably call in there again at some point, but it,s not my favourite place. We each have our own likes and dislikes but sometimes I feel that unless you are in agreement with the majority on the board you will be put down or ridiculed for voicing a different opinion.

Littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 19:36

Hattikins



you said " I feel that unless you are in agreement with the majority on the board you will be put down or ridiculed for voicing a different opinion."





No way Please express your honest opiion on here.



I and a lot of others wll help assist and encourage freedom of thought and expression.





The truth is out there................

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 19:49

Nige,

Yes the truth is out there, and the last time I expressed an honest opinion regarding another posting by yourself I was ridiculed, that is the point I was making.

scampy



Joined: 15/01/2008
Posts: 982

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 20:59

Hi All and Lilli



I would like to say I have been in to see Lilli and Guido today and appologised perfusly for my comments on this board and I was wrong to do so

If I am wrong I will do it face to face Which I have done today



Also I have to say my friend who was with me at the time was in NO WAY part of my comment and I also appologise to her as I would never upset her or anyone else intentionally



I do try and support our local resterants and good luck to Lilli and Guido and again I am truely sorry



Susie x

Littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 21:26

Nige,



Yes the truth is out there, and the last time I expressed an honest opinion regarding another posting by yourself I was ridiculed, that is the point I was making.

was it you or your post that you feel was ridiculed ?

AlsancakJack



Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 5762

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 21:35

Brit expats at their best again.

scampy



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Posts: 982

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 21:40

Nige

was to me

Turtle


Joined: 28/05/2007
Posts: 2669

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 21:40

Takes a good heart to appologise.....................all the best Scampy

scampy



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Posts: 982

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 21:44

Nige

Sorry I was on the phone as well that was meant to say

Was that comment meant for me

Susie x

PtePike



Joined: 20/05/2008
Posts: 2334

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 21:46

hattikins: "...sometimes I feel that unless you are in agreement with the majority on the board you will be put down or ridiculed for voicing a different opinion."



Pity you can't always practise what you preach, eh?

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 22:18

Do you have something to say Pike, if so get on with it.

w26kay



Joined: 14/10/2007
Posts: 479

Message Posted:
03/11/2008 23:19

Hatkins - the key words are in capitals as follows:-



2/11/8 "Guido's eh. What a place. Cheap tasty food and good service. Only a small gripe that I HOPE IS RECTIFIED BEFORE MY NEXT VISIT" etc



3/11/8 "WENT BACK THE OTHER DAY" etc



IMO it is not "feasible" that there has been a few days between visits. That is not what he/she actually said or indeed meant. Sorry to be so pernikerty, but on Sunday, he/she was hoping things would be rectified prior to the next visit, and low and behold today, he/she had been back before even posting the comments on Sunday. So if he/she had already been back, why feel the need to post the initial negative comments?



As in life, personally do not give "two hoots" as to how the majority view me. Like you, I have an opinion, and you should not be afraid of voicing it, regardless. I stand by my view here, Stewy is either living in the "twilight zone", is a trouble-maker, or is not as he/she seems! Just my view, take it or leave it.

Regards

Krin52


Joined: 25/08/2008
Posts: 419

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 06:42

Scampy, well done girl. It takes enormous courage to apologise AND to post it here! Good for you! Graciously done.....

Redhill


Joined: 04/11/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 10:50

Again! Again! we will return to Guidos. Good food, friendly service and reasonable prices.

Keep up the good work and dismiss the "whingers" who have nothing better to do!!!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 11:44

hi stewey thanks for your kind comments, i promise i wont mention the dog but im so proud of him. see you sooon lilli

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 11:46

hi nige hope you are better now. you know we will make you other than pasta just say the word see you lilli

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 11:47

hattikins you will always be welcome, thank you for your kind comments lillli

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 11:49

Hi Susie, thank you for coming to see me. I am glad we can now put it behind us. Good luck with your future and see you before long Lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 11:52

hi krin 52, you are so right it does take guts to apologise and suie did it very graciously and i accepted in the same way, its all behind us now lilli

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 11:54

thank you redhill and we welcome you. thank you for the advice also. see you soon lillli

Chessman


Joined: 13/05/2008
Posts: 486

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 12:10

Lilli. Professional as always.

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 13:31

hi chessman thank you. love to you both xx

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 20:38

hi just a very quick thank you for all your kind wods and all your support. susie and i have sorted it all out its alll behind us now and i wish her all the very best xxxx lilli

Redhill


Joined: 04/11/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
05/11/2008 10:32

We cannot think of a better place to be on a damp and chilly winter evening. See you again and again!

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
05/11/2008 16:22

hi redhill we hope we see you again and again you are always welcome lol lilli

Trishybabe100



Joined: 17/04/2008
Posts: 51

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 14:59

Hi Lilli. Thanks for a fab evening on the 1st Nov. The food was fantastic, we look forward to visiting again soon. Thank Guido for the lift won't you. Sorry we couldn't get in for coffee on Wednesday before we departed for our flight. Watching the sunrise seemed like a good idea at the time!!



Lol Trish and Ann

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 15:45

Lilli how much do you pay for this advertising? If it's enough, I could afford to come to Guido's... bugger now I've fallen into the trap too!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 16:31

hi trishybabe i was sorry not to see you before you left however it wasreat to meet you both. glad you got home safe and sound. keep in touch lol lilli xxxx

Littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 16:33

lilli gald you and I use the same keyboard,,,,,,,,,,, mybe I am a closet blonde to.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 16:33

hi groucho the best way as you know is word of mouth i thank god for this forum.havent forgotten to get the details for you and i will get you the directions as soon as i can pin him down to reply. take care and thank you again lol lillli

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 21:08

Lilli, I know where the butcher is thanks....

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 22:16

oh well done goucho you know more than me, turn me around and im lost. hope yo get what you want and that you enjoy it. having the night off 2nite as we have a busy weekend and as we have James from ezic premier woking with us now he is more than capable to take my place and give me a night off. hope to see you soon . take care lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
08/11/2008 00:25

hi nige this is so old that half the letters are missing and i used to be so good at touch typing, also the light hee is awful. how the devil are you after all yuou partying bet you looked good in a tux, gordon saysearn to count so you and i are both closet blonds see you soon lol lillix

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
08/11/2008 01:17

hi kay well stwey has responded to another post about music and it appears he or she likes hiphop garage and house so i am nw on the look out for a young one or someone who has had a recent hip operaion. i wish they would intorduce themselves most do though i have to say.we now know why it appears we dont give so many veg, mash,, roast, cabbage, sweed carrots yorkies etc all look lost on a 42cm plate when a normal one is 36cm, so from this sunday all meals will be served on a 36cm. plase god we dont get accused of piling the plates. og thats before we add the meat and crackling and real apple sauce. speak soon love lilli

Lemtich



Joined: 15/02/2007
Posts: 1487

Message Posted:
08/11/2008 02:21

Do you do kebabs?



Lem

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
08/11/2008 10:28

hi lem not he turkish version , chef is italian so the menu is mainly italian with blackboard specials daily. last night was dressed crab, fliletto al pepe, chocolate souflle, we try to vary each night. see you soon lilli

Lemtich



Joined: 15/02/2007
Posts: 1487

Message Posted:
08/11/2008 20:58

Cheers lilli, you're walking distance from my little pad.



Lem

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
09/11/2008 09:11

hi lem come on down, today traditional sunday lunch 22ytl for 3 courses anyway pop in anytime it will be lovely to meet you lilli

scampy



Joined: 15/01/2008
Posts: 982

Message Posted:
09/11/2008 11:09

Hi Lem

Thought you were coming round to see us

Susie x

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
09/11/2008 18:19

hi susie though he was coming to see us also. take care lem ge your act together go and see the lovely susie

KentGirl


Joined: 09/11/2008
Posts: 200

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 01:02

Hi All



Have just been to Guidos this eve and had the best meal we have had in TRNC during the 4 years we have been here, oysters, crab,steak, scallops ( not just for me by the way!!) The service was fantastic as was the atmosphere and could have stayed there all eve !!



Try it, really is fab 10 out of 10 from us



Thank you so much Liz and Gudio

Val44


Joined: 14/11/2008
Posts: 210

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 01:28

Can't wait to visit. Any lobsters?

SAFFI


Joined: 01/07/2008
Posts: 342

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 01:48

Lobster thermidor and champagne yummy!!!!!!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 02:04

hi both it was our pleasure, friday night fresh night not ust oysters as yo know you had th fresh crab we do lobstr etc it was ou pleasure to serve you hope you made it back in time for babysitter see youn soon lots of love xxx

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 02:13

hi val 44 plenty just tell us the weigh so we can order them one days notice please there alive coming in price is depandant on weight seee you soon xxx

Lemtich



Joined: 15/02/2007
Posts: 1487

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 02:41

Get real, an ageing old hippy like me?



Mind you, I still have all my hair and teeth and have lots of expensive daughters who tend to attract TC waiters at the harbour...........



http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa219/Lemtich/17197996a8728272505l.jpg



http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa219/Lemtich/n718640378_1734602_4147.jpg



Lem

SAFFI


Joined: 01/07/2008
Posts: 342

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 02:58

Lobster and champagne still more attractrive

w26kay



Joined: 14/10/2007
Posts: 479

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 03:11

Ah Lem - what beautiful girls. You must be so proud.

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
15/11/2008 08:35

Ah Lem - what beautiful girls. You must be cacking yourself worrying how you're going to keep the guys off!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
16/11/2008 09:44

hi lem for an ageing old hippy you got it right with those beautiful girls. bring them in to the restaurant they will make the place look good. you take care and keep saving your going to need it with those beauties lilli

Littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
16/11/2008 11:08

Lobster thermidor and champagne yummy!!!!!!





Never had lobster.

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
16/11/2008 14:25

Liilli



Does Guido do Monte bianco?



If he does you are definite on our list....

puppylover



Joined: 05/05/2008
Posts: 1427

Message Posted:
16/11/2008 18:06

Went for sunday lunch today...superb! Scrummy...ate every bit including a chocolate mousse!

Thank you Liz and Guido x

Trishybabe100



Joined: 17/04/2008
Posts: 51

Message Posted:
16/11/2008 22:46

Hi Lilli



Glad everything is going so well. Really missed your food since I got back to the UK. Give my regards to Guido xx



By the way check out Trip Advisor - I've been busy!!



Sorry lost your email address - email me if you get a chance



Lol T xx

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
17/11/2008 10:07

HI NIGE TRY IT YOU WILLL LOVE LOBSTER SEE YOU SOON

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
17/11/2008 10:12

hi groucho, guido said which version of it do you prefer, chesnuts or armertti and savoiardi, just let us know and he will more than happy to do for you. speak soon lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
17/11/2008 10:14

hi puppylover you are welcome as always so glad you enjoyed it. see you soon lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
17/11/2008 10:17

hi trishybabe we miss you to my email is guidoandliz@yahoo.co.uk . will check out trip advisor. keep in touch lilli

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
19/11/2008 16:15

hi trishybabe just checked out tripadvisor thank you for those kind words. speak soon love lillixx

laptagal


Joined: 28/05/2008
Posts: 549

Message Posted:
19/11/2008 19:00

Hello forum - we too have just returned from TRNC today. Went to Guidos and had a really delightful meal. Food superb and reasonably priced. Efficient and attentive service. We will definitely make this a regular feature of our trips over. Thanks for a lovely evening, Liz and best of luck to you both.

Littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
19/11/2008 19:08

Any discount for" HAPPY CLAPPERS "

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
19/11/2008 19:10

hi laptagal it was our pleasure to serve you and indeed to meet you, i take it your back in cold uk. we look forward to your return and if i can do anything for you till then pls let me know. love liz keep in touch

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
19/11/2008 19:11

nig baby you know i always do my best for you see you soon xxx

cathy-tj


Joined: 26/05/2009
Posts: 24

Message Posted:
03/06/2009 04:47

It is true that service plays a very important role in the running of a restaurant. Personnally, i really agree that restaurant should try it's best to offer customer prompt and convinient service. Customer usually become impatient when they can't get timely service, and they have to cry out loudly or keep waving hands, restaurant calling system can help to solve this problem, it includs buttons that placed on tables, and display sreen carried by waiters, when customers need service he just need to press buttons and then waiters will receive it. You can find the similar products on website such as http://www.finyelectronics.com

elko2



Joined: 24/07/2007
Posts: 4400

Message Posted:
03/06/2009 06:43

In the old days in Cyprus it was customary for people to clap their hands when they wanted attention. My father used to do it but this custom ceased during my time and I never clapped hands.

ismet

jakki



Joined: 23/10/2007
Posts: 865

Message Posted:
04/06/2009 12:43

Hello Lilli and Guido -



We haven't been to your restaurant yet but we will be over from the 15th June and our friends will be coming over on the 26th and we're looking forward to dinner at your place. You may know my fiance (Arthur) from his postings on this site. My daughter, Siobhan, will also be spending time with us (she has Crohn's disease) and can only enjoy a gluten free diet, so really looking forward to lots of fish, salad and of course, wine.



With thanks-

and best wishes -



Jackie

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/06/2009 16:09

Hi Jackie I really look forward to meeting you and Arthur. Just let us know what your daughter would like and we will be happy to do it for here. I will keep the wine chilled . Safe trip xxx