Reviews by feigyg

This review is for Marquee Restaurant, Toorak VIC

verified email - 14 Apr 2013

I like the other reviewers also came here with a voucher.
I heard from others to order the tapas rather than mains so we ordered a few different tapas. The pork belly which was yummy, the prawn burgers which were great,pate not bad, scallops in puff pastry neither of us liked this,some seafood soup not great either,desserts and I had a coffee which was nice. The desserts were both pretty good too. I had a chocolate fondant it was beautiful,and my friend ordered a creme brulee which was pretty yummy.
Overall not bad I would go back for the burgers maybe the desserts too.
The service was not bad and I don't think they treated us any different because we had a voucher.
Interesting location. I think this restaurant used to be a nightclub or still is.

This review is for Passionflower, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 08 Apr 2013

I came here as I was going to a concert not too far from here.So I heard about this place a while ago and it seemed pretty cool so after a hot dog from the snag stand before my concert started I came here was hoping to get a dessert like crepes or waffles or sundae but they were quite expensive so I decided to get 2 scoops of ice cream, which were nice maybe not strong enough though and alot of the flavours are asian which is cool. I think you would come with a friend or a couple of friends or a date (quite romantic to share a dessert)
but u probably wouldn't order a dessert if you just were here by yourself or would you? I guess it's up to you.

This review is for Brunch On The Bay Deli Cafe, Brighton VIC

verified email - 07 Apr 2013

I Came here with my mum and we were both starving. We sat outside but nobody came to serve us so I went up to the counter and started to order and she asked if we wanted someone to come and take our order so I said oh so you have table service?
And she said yes so I went back and sat down. And the waitress took our order.
We got cold so we went inside and told the waitress we had moved.
Not too long after our drinks came out My latte was very bitter and I thought maybe the beans were burnt I asked mum to try it and she agreed so I told the waitress and she was happy to bring me another which she did.
The second one was also a tad bitter but drinkable I decided that this was just how they do their coffee here.
For lunch I ordered a club sandwhich (which came with shoestring fries) which was nice but it needed avocado in the club.
Mum ordered moussaka which I tasted and thought was quite nice
and I'm pretty sure it was homemade which is a positive in my book.

They have salads,cakes on display that looked quite nice. They also sell San Sebastian vanilla slice which were in the top vanilla slice awards a few years back.

One thing that really bothered me was there was NO soap in the women's bathroom and I told the waitress she checked the cupboard and there was none in there either.
To me that is not acceptable or very hygenic.
Overall not a bad place to go for a meal but also wouldn't go out of my way to go either.

This review is for Blue Tongue, Elwood VIC

verified email - 07 Apr 2013

I come here as I was in the area visiting my uncles and checking out his new place.
We checked out lots of places on the way but in the ended decided to go here to Blue Tongue We walked there from his place had a look at the menu and were pleased with what they had on offer and were hungry so we stayed and ordered some drinks and food there are different mixed juices,coffees,wines and other alcoholic beverages on offer,
Mum ordered an iced coffee which she enjoyed dispite a slight bitterness it had.
My Uncle and I ordered juices which were nice but needed ice so we asked and they delivered.
Mum ordered the waffles with butterscotch sauce,bananas,cream everything on that plate was just divine.I was ready to eat the whole place myself I didn't but I did sneak in a few forks of it and fell in love.
I ordered the brioche pork belly benedict which was yummy but I asked if there was crackling the waiter went to check with the kitchen and he came back to say there was and I could have extra but when I got the dish there was no crackling what so ever was so ever :( . So that a was a bit disappointing but none the less I still enjoyed my meal.
My uncle loved his sandwich and polished it off pretty quickly and happily.
I had to have something sweet so I ordered the greek donuts with were covered in honey,pistachios and a delicious chocolate sauce. They were delish.
Overall a great place to come for food and or a drink.
I must say the the meals came out incredibly quick.
The seats are quite uncomfortable.
Lovely cafe,lovely area.
Will be back.

This review is for Snag Stand, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 05 Apr 2013

Came here because I was going to a concert in the city and needed a quick,tasty,cheapish meal.
I love a great hot dog.
They have 15 or more hot dogs on offer or as they call them haute dogs.
They have lamb,beef,pork,chicken,and vegetarian sausages
They use very good quality ingredients.
The dogs are served in a bun with a range of condiments,sauces,vegies etc according to which hot dog you choose.
These aren't your average hot dog.
They are something special and unique,and very tasty.
They also have chips with a range of dipping sauces and you can also design your own dog if you like too.
On this day I was shattered that they ran out of broiche buns so I ordered a greek dog and was not disappointed everything worked and was extremly delicious. This quality doesn't come cheap you may pay a bit extra for a premium product but it's worth it. I will definately recommend this place to friends, or anyone who loves a great hot dog.
I will return for sure.

This review is for Rooftop Cider Bar, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 04 Apr 2013

I came here with a friend to enjoy a cider.
I Was thrilled when I saw they had Old Mout cider on offer as I had been wanting to try this cider for a while after my brother added the company on his face book page.

I had not physically seen the cider until this night at the roof top bar and I haven't come across it since :() I ordered a boysencider which is made from boysenberries. Which was lovely tart,refreshing

I also suggest my friend order a cheek Rascal cider which she enjoyed.
Overall a great place for cider lovers like myself to enjoy a cider.

This review is for Gattica, Balaclava VIC

verified email - 04 Apr 2013

My family decided to catch up here for an early dinner before going to a concert in the city.
My uncle chose this place and at first I hesitated but was happy with the end result.
We came very early and they weren't starting their dinner menu until 6 which was fine because they said we could have pizza.
We all ordered our own individual mini pizzas which we all really enjoyed.
After the pizza I was dying for dessert so I ordered the flourless chocolate cake it took a while to come out ad I enquired about it several times only because we were in a rush to get to a concert.
When it came the four of us devoured it and really enjoyed it.
I will be back.

This review is for Eclair, Hampton VIC

verified email - 04 Apr 2013

I was looking for a great quality pastry shop around this area and as my luck has it (or more like my good nose has it) I came across this beautiful place.

The pastries on display all looked to die for and they don't just do eclair's but the eclairs are pretty marvelous.

They make all their pastries on site and it seems they are doing very well for a very good reason.
The quality and taste of the pastries are exquisite and up there with the top pastry shops in Paris.

They also have a lunch menu and I'm pretty sure they know how to make delicious savory dishes as well.
Get in and get your pastries early though it seems as though they do go pretty quickly.

And yes they are more expensive than most other bakeries/pastry shops but I can tell you now it's worth it.

This is my kind of place for a pastry (or two) I will be back for sure.

This review is for Picasso's Licensed Family Restaurant, Hampton VIC

verified email - 31 Mar 2013

My friend loves this place and insisted we come here it's not really my cup of tea but he was paying so I thought why not.
It's a family owned and run business which is nice to see.
The food is nothing special though and could be improved.

They are an italian restaurant that has alot of choices (which isn't a great sign) because it means they would have to have alot of ingredients and if they are not selling them they could freeze them or use old produce which shouldn't be used.

It was fairly quiet when we got there.
Service was quick. The produce they use is pretty low quality and not fresh.

I ordered a chicken breast served with seafood,in a creamy sauce served with vegies.
A huge dissapointment I had was with the tiny shrimp the intestinal trap was still intact in all it's all glory and displaying themselves to the world.
There was also some bones on my plate from the smoked trout they used for the dish.

My friend ordered a pasta dish and was pretty satisfied to me it looked nothing worth going back for.

I always have to have a dessert so I ordered a creme caramel and was very dissapointed because it wasn't home made it was a store bought one which wasn't very good. I do not like store bought creme caramel. They taste like plastic this one was no different. Possibly the worst creme caramel I've ever had.

Overall it was pretty awful, I like to go out for a meal to eat things I really enjoy and can't make myself. I could make better at home myself. so I probably won't return if I can help it.

This review is for Lamb On Chapel, South Yarra VIC

verified email - 30 Mar 2013

A great place for a chicken or lamb souvalaki.
However don't bother with the chips.
The souvalaki's are a bit pricey but very tasty they use the meat off the spit and it's very enjoyable.
Also they are generous with the filling.
They toasted the bread on the grill which gives it a nice flavour.
Service is very quick.

I had mine with fetta,olives,lettuce,tomato,tzatziki,onion and it was very tasty the fetta and olives made it slightly too salty but the fetta was very creamy and delicious.

I did find a pip in my olive which wasn't very pleasant and should have been avoided.

They also have moussaka and other dishes.
When enquiring about a dessert that was on the menu they said they didn't have any. Which was dissapointing.
They have a few seats inside where you can sit and eat.
Parking can be quite difficult around this area.

I'm suspecting alot of people come here after a big night out.