
Alcyone is a one star Michelin star restaurant in the Intercontinental Hotel. It is a stylish dining room on the second level of the hotel with large windows overlooking the city. The good sized room is filled with large well spaced tables draped with white clothes and set with large napkins. Beige tones are in the chairs, curtains and walls and a stunning overhead fixture gives off muted light while music plays in the background. There was a soundboard in the ceiling and the chairs were well padded with arms, so noise was not an issue. Table decorations were different sizes of metal fish. A modern rug is in the center of the room set off by the dark wood floor. The menu offers a 5 course chef selected tasting menu or a la carte selections. Wine pairings are available. Pacing started rapidly and then really slowed down and portion control was okay. The staff was friendly and spoke good English. We chose the tasting and a printed menu was offered to be presented at the end of the meal, but when that time came it was not ready or started. Continue reading