A Cena

Good food and value for money, though service on the slow side. Not easy to park nearby so Uber is a good idea

Excellent food and wine, and good service, made it an enjoyable evening with friends. The ribeye steak with triple-cooked chips was one of the best I've tasted. The starters were imaginative: delicious crispy cauliflower or courgette flower; as were the desserts.

Hadn’t visited A Cena for a couple of years but under its new ownership it has a more relaxed vibe without sacrificing the quality of the cuisine. I will definitely be back.

Excellent food and perfect service. We had the 4-table near the door which is far from ideal since everyone entering congregates there. Some guests seem unable to close a door after entering and a diner on another table had to get up and close it a few times due to the draft. The restaurant was a bit stuffy so maybe look at some ventilation without having to leave the door open. Being near the bar also wasn't great - one couple came in for just a drink and were about one step from taking each others clothes off which was amusing at first and then distracting. Another older couple came in with their dogs (which we find just weird having dogs in a fine restaurant). They had neither food nor a drink but the chef came out to see them. The chef let the dogs lick his hands and his hand towel - this is the man who is preparing our food so this isn't a great look and is probably a health violation. Generally good but a few things to look at.

Food is exceptional

I have dined at A Cena many times in the past. It never disappoints. The restaurant is small and cozy and the food offerings are exceptional.

Menu choice is fantastic and food great quality!

Visiting this restaurant was an absolutely amazing experience! John knows I am somewhat of a picky eater and wanted to treat me to something nice before leaving for SA, so he suggested A Cena. I love fish and veggies and he ordered the most divine prawns, cauliflower and hake. The lamb cutlets were melt in your mouth yummy. The dessert of salted caramel ice cream, heavenly! We had a bit of trouble with an Uber getting there but we called the restaurant who kindly accommodated our reservation 30 min later and we had the most wonderful service. Quiet, intimate and relaxing atmosphere. One of those evenings I wish I could freeze in time! Will definitely be coming back! Thank you A Cena staff and chef for an evening of bliss and a taste of heaven!

A Cena is consistently excellent. We visit maybe two or three times a year for birthdays and anniversaries and they never disappoint.

Service was very good (we were the only two in the place) but the food was very iffy. Old mozzarella, reheated duck leg, greasy fish with tired mash. Will not be going back.