I'm breaking a long-held rule here: I never like leaving bad reviews. But this time I am so appalled at the quality of our experience that I just can't not say anything.

We (a family party of ten) ate lunch at Botanical and boy what a mistake that was. Not only is the menu over-priced but the quality of the food was horrendous.

I'm sure the staff morale at this establishment must be at rock-bottom.

The worst part of our experience: The main meals, the price, the lack of service, the food on the floor.

The best part: the chips were nice and I liked my coffee!

Even the Botanic Gardens are suffering due to the cross-city tunnel construction that has robbed half the gardens of their grounds.

Very sad.

On the day we went it was extremely hot! Nevertheless on the lovely verandah which overlooks the gardens there was a lovely breeze which made it comfortable. The food was delivered quickly and-whiel not being cheap-was delicious.