RATING INFORMATION

The ratings seen on a restaurant webpage reflects objective ratings and reviews of “trusted” diners. The published ratings are first
reviewed by our staff and are free of commercial ties to any restaurants even-though many restaurants may have paid for some type
of webpage or banner development on our website. In 3 categories - Food, Drink, and Service, we use bars and ½ bar symbols to rate
restaurant values. This gives each restaurant 10 possible levels. Five bars (a value of ten) is the highest value and ½ bar (a value of 1)
is the lowest. Such as; 3½ bars will equal a bar value of 7. Price is often notated by text. The values of the price ratings are listed
below.

The Ten Bar Awards are based on our precision point survey system measuring food, drink and service. These ratings and reviews
are not intended to harm any restaurant, but to reflect the expressions of the satisfaction of diners experiences.

Food – “Bars” award the overall food value noting food quality, freshness of ingredients, temperature and presentation. Is the chef inspired? Is cooking consistent? Is the menu of wide enough range to satisfy a range of diners? The food value is weighted more heavily. Health points may be added or subtracted to the food category based on our reviewers experiences and observations of the restaurant, such as; overall cleanliness or a brief visit to the kitchen or bathroom.

Drinks – The  “Bars” show a value reflected by the quality of each drink as well as the quantity of red wines offered by the establishment. The number  of selections of quality red wines that are required to meet a value are shown on the Rating Index. Pubs may not be included in this rating system as they may specialize in beers, etc.

Service - The “Bars” award for service represents both the wait staff & management's service ability, sense of control, latitude of basic and gracious service, attention to differing needs and the ability to communicate well with patrons. The hallmark of fine service has a calming effect on “atmosphere” which is taken into consideration in this category. Atmosphere is completed by comfortable furnishings, interesting views or interior settings, good table wear, fresh flowers, candlelight, room design, and music.

Price Range - Tracks an average meal for two persons. Such as; “Dinner for 2 cost about 2,000 baht, less wine” This is the price reflecting the typical experience of the restaurant. No tax or tip is included. This range may very, and is strictly to give our diners an idea of the cost of a meal. (This price is excluding alcohol). Values are sometimes displayed in text: ■ Very Expensive ■ Expensive ■ Reasonable ■ Very Reasonable ■ Inexpensive ■

                                                            RATING   INDEX

  BAR
VALUE

        BARS

  FOOD

     DRINK

SERVICE / ATMOSPHERE   /   SOUND

  10

  
The Best

Perfect, Inspired, Eternal

Extraordinary selection of wine from all regions in all ranges. More than 100 quality reds with many from the native country.

Masterful, Lively, Brilliant, Quiet, Elegant ambiance, table wear, linen, fresh flowers, etc. Exc. English  

Whisper quiet. Privacy and intimacy assured. Intimate recorded or live music.

    9


Excellent to The Best

Outstanding, Inspired Always

Fantastic selection of world wine in all ranges. More than 75 quality red wines.

Expert, Well-timed, Highly Skilled. Atmosphere is almost flawless. Exc. English

Library quiet. Intimate conversations. Intimate Recorded or live music.

    8


Excellent

Excellent all the time in quality and their presentation.

Nice selection of wine offering more than 45 quality reds.

Very Attentive, Smart and Charming.
Very nice atmosphere. Crisp linen. Very Good English.

Quiet. Romantic conversations. Recorded or live music

    7


Very Good to Excellent

Superb quality. Taste and presentation is inviting.

Selection of wine offering more than 25 quality reds.

Attentive, Caring Knowledgeable about dishes on menu. Very Good English.

Comfortable for table conversation. Recorded or live music.

    6


Very Good

Delicious. Worth eating next time.

Selection of wine offering at least 20 quality reds.

On-the-ball, Friendly. Adequate linen. Good English.

Acceptable chatter. OK for business conversation

    5


Good to Very Good

Very Good and
   Tasty

Selection of wine offering at least 15 quality reds.

Good to Very good service. Fairly good English.

Some noise. Must speak up at times

    4


Good

Good enough if you’re hungry.

Offers a selection of at least 10 quality reds.

Good service. Fair English

Noisy. Speak up to be heard

    3


Fair to Good

Fair and may remind you of airport cuisine.

Selection of wine offering up to 5 reds.

Helpful Often. English is sketchy at best

Very Noisy. Must get close and speak loudly

    2


Fair

Ordinary in taste. Nothing special. 

Selection offers 1-2 wines or beer only.

It’s slow. At  7-11 they speak more English.

Noise rules. Must shout to be heard

    1

Basic at best, but better than jail.

No wine. Maybe no soft drinks. Juice & water only.

Self Service. You better speak another language.

Extremely Loud. Impossible to speak

    0

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