Reviews by AlbyZara

This review is for Sesames On The Lake, Belmont NSW

verified email - 18 Mar 2015

Really great Thai food, though they call it Asian fusion. The Pad Thai was reasonably good, but the curries had a great amount of spice and the beef cashew was also excellent. The multiple rice options are good, the coconut rice is very sweet (almost like a rice pudding), but I really enjoyed my meal. The staff were very friendly and helpful also

This review is for Sunnyside Tavern, Broadmeadow NSW

verified email - 08 Feb 2015

I've been to the Sunnyside twice now; once for just a beer and once for a meal prior to the AFC Asian Cup semi final. The beer garden is a bit dingy, as is the bar area, but the restaurant area is nicely fitted out. On the night of the AFC game, the place was absolutely packed. Despite this, our food came out in a reasonable time frame, and was cooked to a standard you wouldn't expect considering the number of people in there. I had the Moroccan lamb burger, which was a little bland, but the ribs and other burgers that came out were excellent and the chips were cooked perfectly. I'd happily go back for food again

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Royal Federal Hotel, Branxton NSW

verified email - 08 Feb 2015

We went there as part of a mid-sized party (approximately 20 people), and the place was busy. We were seated upstairs, and ordered the schnitzel and the lamb rump. The schnitzel came out with only chips (and not the salad requested), and the lamb rump had all the food detailed on the menu, but not in the way it seemed to describe. The rump was also overcooked so it was a little tough. The staff were really friendly and helpful and it's good value for money, but it wasn't amazing quality food. I'm not sure whether the number of diners there at the time (a Friday night) impacted it, and I'd happily go back if I was up that way again. The buy one get the second main half price next time you visit is a good idea too.

Approximate cost: $25

This review is for The Cafe Sienna, Annandale NSW

verified email - 15 Nov 2014

We went here as a small group for a light lunch. The staff are very friendly and accommodating, and they have high chairs available for children. They have a nice outside area for sitting, and there's plenty of room indoors also. The food itself was good quality and taste, and the drinks were also good. I'd happily recommend this place.

This review is for Pepper Seeds, Balmain NSW

verified email - 15 Nov 2014

We ordered using their online food booking system, which was actually very intuitive to use. The food was provided in a timely manner as requested, and was both good quality and tasty. Delivery being free for over $25 is a very good deal, and makes life a lot easier. The price itself was very reasonable, with five dishes for about $80. I would happily use them again.

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for Jamie's Italian Canberra, Acton ACT

verified email - 14 Nov 2014

We ordered a burger and the pasta with a couple of sides of vegetables and polenta chips. The staff were very attentive and helpful, and the service was prompt. The food itself was good without being amazing, and the price is quite expensive for what you get. I'd happily return, but I wouldn't rush back.

Approximate cost: $30

This review is for Novotel, Homebush NSW

verified email - 14 Nov 2014

I stayed at this hotel for two nights for a conference, which included all meals. The meals themselves were buffet style, plenty of food available of acceptable quality. The bar closes at 11pm. I was disappointed with the overall quality of the rooms themselves, which were fairly bland but again acceptable. The decor in the common areas is nice, but the accommodation areas are less nice. Overall I didn't have any major issues, but I wouldn't rush back.

This review is for Clover Cafe, Annandale NSW

verified email - 30 Sep 2014

The cafe is in a nice part of Annandale, and it feels quite small. The staff are nice and quick, but the water carafes are stupid arty things that take forever to fill. It kind of epitomises the cafe in many senses, in that the food was nice but they were trying a little too hard. The value was pretty reasonable for the location, about $125 for six people's breakfasts and drinks

This review is for Marco's Restaurant, Shoal Bay NSW

verified email - 23 Aug 2014

We went here and ordered the 3 course deal for $35, which was pretty good value. There was plenty of food, and it was of a pretty good quality. The staff were nice, and attentive, so I'd happily go back.

This review is for Longboat Cafe, Fingal Bay NSW

verified email - 23 Aug 2014

The staff here are quite nice, and the food itself isn't too bad. Worth visiting, and I'd happily go back, but I wouldn't make a specific trip to go back. The cafe itself is quite nice, but perhaps a little tightly packed in.