AQUA VISTA BISTRO-BAR High Street, Brentford TW8 8AQ

"I booked this restaurant for our family Sunday lunch, as it came highly recommended on The Fork. I was so looking forward to the meal as it had high ratings. But unfortunately, our experience was far from all the high ratings. As soon as we entered the restaurant, they were still sweeping the floor, and we were asked if we had a booking, as if the entire restaurant was fully booked. Except that it wasn’t. There was only 1 table of 2 there. Also, we found broken glass under our table, and the soles of my shoes were sticky as we left the restaurant (probably from the spilled drink that wasn’t cleaned). Our booking was for 13:00, but we were offered the breakfast menu. When I asked for the lunch menu, the waitress said she wasn’t sure if it was available. Then another staff member said that we could have the lunch menu. Now, who wouldn't serve the lunch menu at 13:00? So weird. From the “all-day dining" menu, my girls & I were so looking forward to having the steak, as it sounded delicious and also that was the only thing my daughter’s liked from their menu. Upon ordering, we were informed that they didn’t have the steak. How disappointing! My husband ordered a starter of prawns and calamari, and we’ve never been served a dish with just about 4 prawns & 2 calamari rings. The waitress who served us was pleasant, and the drinks were good. Apart from that, nothing was great. So, I would not recommend it and we are not going back. _______________________________________________________________ P.S. This is in reply to the restaurant's reply to my comment: The restaurant wasn't busy at all - No one had ordered steak before us, as we were the 1st people to place orders + there were 2 tables who arrived after us... I accept your apology in regards to the cleanliness. In terms of the 50% off - it wasn't given to us because of the inconvenience. It was given to us because we booked it through 'The Fork' with 50% off offer. Thank you for replying back though."

"Great place for lunch or a relaxed coffee and snacks with friends or just by yourself. Owner and chef both dedicated to providing good food and good service. I had the quinoa and beetroot veggie burger and it was light and flavourful. The interior is quite quaint and tastefully done. The location was a pleasant surprise as, even though it’s August off the main road, it actually backs onto Brentford lock and so has views to the water and a lovely bridge over the lock with an open space, contrasting with the busy road on the other side."

"Some bistros fail to deliver, but Time does the business. Our reviewer had an early evening meal, catching the setting sun on the veranda after a warm October day. Time delivered in every way. The Haloumi starter was beautifully presented, freshly prepared, and in a mango sauce which worked well. The chicken burger main was exceptional, especially as our request for a small salad on the plare was met without any concern. Everything was cooked to perfection and was super tasty. We took the Red Rioja Crianza wine, perfectly o at room temperature, in a pristinely clean glass... even our request for a glass of tap water excelled, served with raspberries, blueberries and lemon... in a lead crystal tumbler. Service was top notch. Sarina cannot be more than 18 years old, but she took the order without writing it down, was polite, prompt and deserved her tip. Pelican Reviews are delighted to award Time Bistro-Bar with 5-Stars."

"A perfect venue for a peaceful breakfast with a view to a kill! Food presentation is superb! The service is friendly and efficient. I shall return again."

"A perfect venue for celebrating a special occasion - we hosted our daughter’s first birthday party there. Chris, the manager, was very helpful starting from planning the party to looking after us on the day. Beautiful decor inside, delicious food and very friendly staff. We had plenty of space dedicated to our party too. I’d highly recommend this venue for a private party!"