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Q4 al centro Reviews List

Q4 al centro

Vancouver's Original Modern Italian Dining. The restaurant’s interior is warm, stylish, and comfortable with plenty of space for cocktails. The room features natural cork flooring, a not so subtle nod to Q4’s reputation for wine excellence, plus this eco-friendly choice absorbs sound naturally; no more shouting to be heard over restaurant chatter and clatter. Perhaps the most prominent feature in the room is a massive 10’ by 20’ original abstract painting by world-renowned artist Jason Gogo. In keeping with the wine theme, Gogo used Napa Valley grapes to create the vivid wine red paint showcased in his work.
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83 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(83 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 83 reviews
5 stars
(19)
4 stars
(45)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(44)
  • special occasion(32)
  • notable wine list(26)
  • neighborhood gem(25)
  • good for groups(20)
  • great for lunch(20)
Q4 al centro Reviews List
Review 1 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Was a little disappointed in the wine list, way over priced for wines that I know very well. Limited selection on the menu for an Italian menu"
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 2 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Go on a limb....

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"...... and have the tasting menu!!!! We had no idea what each course was going to be and that turned out to be half the fun! The food was EXCEPTIONAL and don't be alarmed when they say "tasting sized portions", we left STUFFED! Delicious food, wonderful staff, turned out to be one of the nicest dining experiences we have had. We also went on a weekday evening, so the restaurant wasn't too busy, so we felt as though we were really well taken care of."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 3 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good, but not great.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Menu not inspiring.
Good, but not great
Food sounds better then it tastes.
Service was very good.
Ambiance, just ok.
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Dined on 26/04/2013
 2007
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Review 4 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

May have been the best Mussels

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"May have been the best Mussels I have had.
Pasta was Al Dente, which is worth noting if you prefer it a bit more cooked."
Dined on 19/04/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent location for pre

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent location for pre theatre/concert dinner."
Dined on 17/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

the halibut, apparently first

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"the halibut, apparently first of the season, was dry and the accompanying risotto was also dry. It was my impression that the fish had been cooked and reheated. Generally speaking, the dish was flavourless and grossly overrated and over priced as a result!"
Dined on 06/04/2013
 2011
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Review 7 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great location

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Lovely restaurant but I found it too costly. Not comfortable paying $12.50 for a glass of 6oz wine, which is one you can buy at the local liquor store. The best thing about this place is its location. Ideal for anyone going to an event at the Queen E theater or either of the arenas."
Dined on 06/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service was attentive and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was attentive and food flavourful and well presented."
Dined on 27/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent gluten free pasta.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent gluten free pasta. So good with the house special."
Dined on 26/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 10 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

very classy restaurant with

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"very classy restaurant with nice ambience and friendly courteous staff.
food is very good too.
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Dined on 26/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time at Q4, and the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time at Q4, and the food and service were outstanding. I had bruschetta for an appetizer, and the tomatoes were ripe and delicious. For mains, I had the Sphagetti; it was spicy and flavorful. My wife had the tuna, which she loved.
Service was attentive, without being annoying. Just right. Wine recommendation was spot on.
Just a terrific evening."
Dined on 23/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Went early for dinner before

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went early for dinner before going to the Opera and the food and service were excellent. Very prompt but not rushed service - lots of hockey game, pre-theatre patrons like this location with the proximity to events - highly recommend."
Dined on 16/03/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find
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Review 14 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good Italian food, quality

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good Italian food, quality ingredients, freshly prepared. Service was a bit slow for lunchtime but overall it was good."
Dined on 15/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Really great service from

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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"Really great service from all the staff.
I loved the beet salad.
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Dined on 14/03/2013
 2007
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Review 16 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was really nice, lovely

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Food was really nice, lovely atmosphere, staff very friendly."
Dined on 01/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

food and service excellent,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"food and service excellent, but a bit on the noisy side, as tables are close together.
but a very good restaurant.. i will return"
Dined on 01/03/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I had Osso bucco which was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I had Osso bucco which was excellent with roasted brussel sprounts and mashed potatoes. Excellent. Caesar salad was nicely redolent of anchovies. Great.
Service was pleasant and unobtrusive.
However, I found two major drawbacks. The most important was extremely loud music with booming bass. I though this was a restaurant, not a rock concert. In addition the loud music, we were also stuck next to a very loud party who later decided were shouting to be heard over the music.
I think overall the room has bad acoustics.
The other concern was nickel and diming. $3.90 per cup of coffee. Ouch! Another $3.90 when I asked for a refill. Server did not say (she should have) that it was another $3.90. Bad!
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Dined on 22/02/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Can't miss! The spaghetti

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Can't miss! The spaghetti will have you licking the plate (I speak from experience!)"
Dined on 14/02/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Spoiled valentine

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Me and my girlfriend went there for valentine because their regular menu was really attractive but were told that they have only special menu that day and, honestly, valentine menu is terrible, they charge an extreme prices for food like in a Blue Water cafe, while not having such quality. The service was sloppy and waitress attitude was really annoying. Would not recommend."
Dined on 14/02/2013
 2011
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Review 21 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our waitress Sarah was excellent!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our waitress Sarah was excellent! We were there for my birthday dinner and she was able to accomodate all of our needs and made a great suggestion on the wine. This was my first time at this location and we will surely be back!!"
Dined on 15/02/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, great service!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoy dining here every time we attend the Unique Live series and we have our regular table and the hostess recognizes us, which makes it special. I decided to try the rigatoni with the meat sauce and it was so spicy I couldn't eat it. It was't supposed to be spicy and the chef just got carried away, so they substituted the duck confit pasta, quickly and it was fabulous. The desserts were fabulous again as well. Would highly recommend this restaurant. And the wine list is very reasonable and excellent."
Dined on 12/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food and ambience was great.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food and ambience was great. Our waitress and bartenders were very nice."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We found the atmosphere very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We found the atmosphere very smooth and comfortable. The servers were naturally friendly and tended to our table with professional care. The food was absolutely delicious! We tried a variety of dishes - ravioli piedmontesse, slowraised porchetta, the bistecca espresso cut striploin and all were outstanding! The chocolate hazelnut torte and ciliege filate dessert looked too pretty to eat - but of course they were also delicious and completed our dinner date. This was our first time at Q4 and we will definitely be returning."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our Dine Out party of 6 had

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our Dine Out party of 6 had mixed reviews which is common for Dine Out when eating from a set menu. The starter soup was delightful (butternut squash) but the ragout was uninspiring. The tilapia ordered by 4 of our group was good while the pasta offering was a little too al dente for the 2 who ordered it and one felt it was too salty. The outstanding find of the night was having Burrowing Owl on the wine list -a favourite round the table! Our server was just perfect, there at the right time to refill glasses and take orders but not ever too far away. The atmosphere is modern but cosy and having a round table made for easy conversation."
Dined on 31/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 26 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

a bit noisy with the high

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"a bit noisy with the high ceilings making conversation sometimes difficult to hear.
Nice to see so many round tables in the restaurant for parties of 6 or more. We visited during dine-out 2013 and food was surprisingly very good considering we were on a limited menu choice. would go again for casual evening. Nice to know they have free valet.
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Dined on 30/01/2013
 2006
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Review 27 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dinner at Q4

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"First time at a Q4. I've heard good things about the one in Kits so decided to try this during Dine Out. To be honest, this is not the type of restaurant I would regularly dine at. Some might, but for me, the prices put it on the special occasion list. The food was very good as was the service. The portions initially looked to be on the smallish side but the food (polenta with mushroom ragu, pork osso bucco and a phyllo mascarpone dessert)was rich and satisfying.
The one complaint I have is that like many restaurants, Q4 offered a "Dine Out" menu. I would've preferred the choices to be from the regular menu, more in line of a tasting menu.
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Dined on 28/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 28 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Too noisy, service was average

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Too noisy, service was average and slow.We arrived at 7 and our waitress didn't take our order until 740. The food was good but not what we would expect from a restaurant of this category. Reminded me of Earls."
Dined on 26/01/2013
 2010
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Review 29 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We are always seeking restaurants

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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We are always seeking restaurants close to the Queen Elizabeth theatre -- this is a great one & we will be back!"
Dined on 25/01/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 30 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It was pretty full he hit

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was pretty full he hit we went. They tried to put us at this make shift table in the back by the bar. Absolutely horrible table. Pretty sad to even offer hat table. The next table hey offered wasn't much better. How do they decide who to give he poorer tables to. Due to the seating, we did not enjoy."
Dined on 25/01/2013
 2006
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Review 31 for Q4 al centro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food and service were both

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food and service were both excellent."
Dined on 18/01/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Q4 al centro
Based on the average of (52) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic