First time trying Roy's Restaurant, which is on the same property as Marriott Hotel. While walking around the hotel, my wife noticed the food advertising for seafood at Roy's Restaurant. My wife had her heart on lobster and shrimp. I noticed the reviews were all over the chart. I was lazy and didn't want to go somewhere else, so I gave them the benefit of dout, and I ordered takeout
(takeout was the wrong choice by me). Who knew?
For my wife, Shellfish Sampler* Grilled Maine Lobster Tail - Sea Scallop Teppanyaki Shrimp - Yukon Mash - Blue Crab Basil Cream - Lobster Essence $69.00.
According to my wife, the seafood was tasteless.
For my dinner, I ordered
Roy's Classic Combo Misoyaki 'Butterfish' - Braised Short Rib of Beef $55. The Butterfish was average and lacking natural taste. The Braised Short Rib gave new meaning to "Short." Short in size and two bites, I finished the rib. For the price of the dinner, you would like it to be a prime cut or a bigger portion. My vegetables were also undercooked, and I noticed salty pockets throughout my meal.
Unfortunately, I don't think I will return to this restaurant. Maybe other Roy's will have better cuisines/chefs.
Expensive lesson $$$$$$$,s.
I think they have a great location overlooking the marina, and it would be a better place for drinks and appetizers. Maybe? Epic view.
Nette Rab
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August 14, 2024
I've been coming here for years (to include the Roy's (Roy Yamaguchi) in La Jolla and the dining experience now has gotten worse.
Made reservations and we arrived at said time. The front host was nice but they all could put on a smile. Very dead in personality which to me is annoying. Greet people ask them how they are doing while you walk them to their table.
Our server was also ok. There's no "Aloha" spoken here. I also asked about edamame with the spices and they didn't offer that either. I know the other locations stopped giving edamame unless you ask for it.
Food:
Misoyaki Butterfish
Braised Short Rib
The short rib was tender and good in flavor. The butterfish? What happened? It's not like how it used to be. There was no miso flavor. The fish still was soft as how butterfish is but dang no taste at all. I'll label my photo with the most current photo.
Lastly, my friend had to ask for another wine glass because there was something floating in the cup. And no, it was not particles from the cork screw. The server ended up charging her for a different glass of wine and mind you we had a bottle.
Overall, it was a horrible experience for me.
Rommel Paras
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November 24, 2024
Food is great but boy the service is as slow as the turtles they serve on the menu. Lousy service for the price they're asking. 35 mins for a freaking dessert when they told us it will only take 10 mins. Not the best place if you're waiting to go to an event and still gave yourselves two hours. Definitely going back to Sally's and not Roy's. This place is mediocre
Scott
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January 23, 2025
This USED to be one of our favorite places. The quality of the food is average and the portions smaller. I remember the steak being larger. My wife said her seafood was bland. At the same time prices are higher!
The main reason we come to Roy's was the innovative fusion flavors. That was missing. It's too bad but we won't be back.
First time trying Roy's Restaurant, which is on the same property as Marriott Hotel. While walking around the hotel, my wife noticed the food advertising for seafood at Roy's Restaurant. My wife had her heart on lobster and shrimp. I noticed the reviews were all over the chart. I was lazy and didn't want to go somewhere else, so I gave them the benefit of dout, and I ordered takeout (takeout was the wrong choice by me). Who knew? For my wife, Shellfish Sampler* Grilled Maine Lobster Tail - Sea Scallop Teppanyaki Shrimp - Yukon Mash - Blue Crab Basil Cream - Lobster Essence $69.00. According to my wife, the seafood was tasteless. For my dinner, I ordered Roy's Classic Combo Misoyaki 'Butterfish' - Braised Short Rib of Beef $55. The Butterfish was average and lacking natural taste. The Braised Short Rib gave new meaning to "Short." Short in size and two bites, I finished the rib. For the price of the dinner, you would like it to be a prime cut or a bigger portion. My vegetables were also undercooked, and I noticed salty pockets throughout my meal. Unfortunately, I don't think I will return to this restaurant. Maybe other Roy's will have better cuisines/chefs. Expensive lesson $$$$$$$,s. I think they have a great location overlooking the marina, and it would be a better place for drinks and appetizers. Maybe? Epic view.
I've been coming here for years (to include the Roy's (Roy Yamaguchi) in La Jolla and the dining experience now has gotten worse. Made reservations and we arrived at said time. The front host was nice but they all could put on a smile. Very dead in personality which to me is annoying. Greet people ask them how they are doing while you walk them to their table. Our server was also ok. There's no "Aloha" spoken here. I also asked about edamame with the spices and they didn't offer that either. I know the other locations stopped giving edamame unless you ask for it. Food: Misoyaki Butterfish Braised Short Rib The short rib was tender and good in flavor. The butterfish? What happened? It's not like how it used to be. There was no miso flavor. The fish still was soft as how butterfish is but dang no taste at all. I'll label my photo with the most current photo. Lastly, my friend had to ask for another wine glass because there was something floating in the cup. And no, it was not particles from the cork screw. The server ended up charging her for a different glass of wine and mind you we had a bottle. Overall, it was a horrible experience for me.
Food is great but boy the service is as slow as the turtles they serve on the menu. Lousy service for the price they're asking. 35 mins for a freaking dessert when they told us it will only take 10 mins. Not the best place if you're waiting to go to an event and still gave yourselves two hours. Definitely going back to Sally's and not Roy's. This place is mediocre
This USED to be one of our favorite places. The quality of the food is average and the portions smaller. I remember the steak being larger. My wife said her seafood was bland. At the same time prices are higher! The main reason we come to Roy's was the innovative fusion flavors. That was missing. It's too bad but we won't be back.
We had a wonderful experience. We sat outside the view was beautiful. Our waiter was excellent and everything we ordered was delicious. The filet-mignon was perfectly cooked as ordered. The Ahi was just perfect and full of flavor. And the soufflé was the best. Definitely will be back soon. Excellent dining experience.