Silversmiths (Runaway Girl)

[E-Man Groovin 27]

I replied to your other post on the same subject in another thread. However just in case you don't read it, I'll post it here too:

 

Emailed them about what? The fact that you found it overrated and overpriced? On the latter, perhaps you could check the prices on the menu before you go in. Regarding the former - Silversmiths is overrated by whom exactly? People who like it? Well you must admit they're entitled to their own opinion.

Or perhaps you emailed them to complain that they were giving you too much attention, personally I'd prefer that to being ignored all night.

I really don't understand your beef with the place based on what you posted. However I'm open to being enlightened....

[Rachel_Walke 10]

That’s so sad eman grooving, are you genuine or do you work for Silversmiths or perhaps a family/friend? Responding to my post within 10 minutes of posting…that must be a record and you can’t be genuine, are you like an online marshall that is always watching to censor free speech or any posting that is true? And responding to my post with so much vitriol and sarcasm, well if you are genuine I feel really sorry for you, if you work for the restaurant or are associated with them or was associated with Runaway Girl, it shows the type of characters they are associated with.

 

To enlighten you..i said we went there on a girl’s night out and what started as a good night was ruined. The food was average, but the service was bordering on harassment, we didn’t want any more drinks but felt pressured to order by the staff coming up and constantly advising (‘telling’) us what drinks we must try. I only wish Gordon Ramsey had told the Silversmiths people a little about customer service. We only went out for a girlie night out to enjoy ourselves, not to be harassed and encouraged (‘forced’) to buy things we didn’t want.

[dongle 10]

your not the rachel walker who works at the walnut club by any chance?

[Rushup 10]

I went to Silversmiths about a month ago. The service was fine, not bad but I wasn't compelled to leave a tip. However, the food was excellent and really that's all I want from a restaurant.

 

 

also it looks a bit suspect that you have only just joined and find a thread 2 months old to slag off a business on your first post

 

My thoughts exactly. Suggesting other places to go too... sounds like a rival.

 

 

Why should I not email them? Sounds like you are an attention seeker who has a history of being ignored, ever tried calling The Samaritans, they may be able to help you.

 

Sending an email to complain about service in a restaurant strikes me as a little pathetic, were the staff really that scary? If you had a problem with the food, service or bill, why not ask to speak to the manager after your meal?

[Rachel_Walke 10]

No, I am NOT recommending the Walnut Club or any other restaurant or bar, I am telling you of my experience at Silversmiths. It was the manager who was one of the people who was also forcing us to buy drinks.

[Satyr 10]

No, I am NOT recommending the Walnut Club or any other restaurant or bar

 

 

Erm....yes you did....

 

We won’t be going back, try Walnut Club, Wig & Pen bar and restaurant instead!

[Rachel_Walke 10]

Yes, I have had good experiences at other restaurants in Sheffield and there are many great places to try. It was implied that I work for the Walnut Club or Wig & Pen bar because I said to try these instead. I do not work for them or any restaurant or bar. My point was to try any place other than Silversmiths if you want a pleasant and memorable dining experience.

[Bago 10]

Finally! I've seen this on YouTube. I've been meaning to watch this show, just because it was about a local place.

 

I was really surprised at the programme's content, and was also actually quite moved by it. The fact that there is an individual who has a dream, and has a business, has a very supportive partner, and a very loyal friend who does his catering side of his business, this idiot (sorry, but if you are reading, then you are,) is a very lucky man indeed! I genuinely feel that the owner do not know this industry well, and I did feel sorry for him when he wanted to show Gordon Ramsey that he "did" have good reviews once upon a time. However, what he does not seem to know is that market conditions changes all the time. As an owner, you have the duty to yourself to keep your business above water, awards or no awards. Even Goron Ramsey was genuine and honest in the programme and mentioned that his restaurants closed. If it means losing all his restaurants in total, closing a few to reserve the cashflow is not a dumb thing to do! I do not think that anyone can predict the future, and if nobody can, then why would this owner think that what was yesterday's feedback and comments apply in today's current climate, or to be acceptable by tomorrow's diners?

 

I am actually quite excited by this place after I read the Sheffield Telegraph's review that it has "potential of foodie's dream". Well! What an accorlade. To be frank, I champion the Telegraph's writing more than the Star's. Martin Dawson is just a socialist at heart and not a true foodie by some of the comments which he comes out with at times in his reviews. Sometimes he does not even rate a place if he doesn't like the style of food, or that he is not knowledgable in that cuisine. Yes... I have been reading.

 

I have read the comment that this used to be the jazz place with food. If this is that "111" place, then it should have gotten its act quicker a long long time ago. As the combination of decently priced food, with music in the city centre was not even available 4 or 5 years ago. I think Crystal really broke that mould. Now, the "music+decent food" combo seems to be saturated in the city centre. As you now have Crystal (didn't they serve food too?), Sylvester's, Sanctuary (they tried), The Ivory... Maybe they should now focus on being that little bit more different in their menu choices and competitive in pricing? I still cannot believe that a Sheffield restaurant without any star by AA, or the Michelin Guides can charge on the same pricing band as a starred restaurant. I think that this is taking the mick. Truly.

 

I am actually looking forward to dining there, since now they are doing the same style of 15 pounds for 3 courses, just like the Blue Room. On a Saturday too. I am also gobsmacked by the expensive prices of their a la carte. I do not know who writes and calculates their a la carte menu, but they should quit while they are ahead. If you cannot sustain your suppliers, then don't put it on the menu. If anything, in a small business like this, they should have a rotating menu to use fresh ingredients all the time. Just like the Ivory's. At least it ensures that you do not waste food, and your suppliers are able to keep up with you, and stock for a monthly basis.

 

I like their pie menu idea, and I hope that they would continue to be rotating the style of pie choices each time. I hope their services are getting better though.

Edited May 11, 2009 by Bago

[chuntymalone 10]

Richie is no longer the chef

[mdawes 10]

"I am actually quite excited by this place after I read the Sheffield Telegraph's review that it has "potential of foodie's dream". Well! What an accorlade. To be frank, I champion the Telegraph's writing more than the Star's. Martin Dawson is just a socialist at heart and not a true foodie by some of the comments which he comes out with at times in his reviews. Sometimes he does not even rate a place if he doesn't like the style of food, or that he is not knowledgable in that cuisine. Yes... I have been reading."

 

If you want to insult me please do me the honour of getting my name right. It's Martin Dawes. Look, I've only been doing this job 20 years so I haven't got the hang of it yet, OK?

[offtheshelf 10]

Richie is no longer the chef

 

I wonder what the food is like now ?

 

Please give me your review.

[walkleydad 10]

Slow service but good food when it arrived... 7/10