Gelso & Grand

I wanted to love this place but was let down by the substandard Italian meals. Firstly the restaurant is very cool set in an old warehouse building. Furniture and decor is on point and appeals to the eye. Do make your way down stairs to the toilet as there is more pleasing fit out. Service is friendly and efficient. The menu contains the usual Italian fare with something to suit everyone, unfortunately my preferred pork option was not available so i opted for Risotto. We also ordered a large antipasto platter which was decent. Sadly my risotto was woeful. It was gluggy and almost like an asian congee. The was hardly and meat or vegetable in it. We also ordered meatballs which was also lacking. Its a shame as there is real potential here they just need to replace their cheffing team.