Reviews by AlexS

This review is for Borders, Carlton VIC

verified email - 02 Nov 2007

Top selection;fine layout and helpful staff. Parking in Carlton not good but public transport is excellent round here. Close to Melb uni and RMIT.

Staff were knowledgeable. I had vague notion of author's name and with patient help sourced book and it was in stock.

Approximate cost: $good value

This review is for Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 02 Nov 2007

For interesting food the deli is outstanding. The fruit and meat sections meet expectations but the general stalls are predictable and the goods seem to lack quality.

Love the music and atmosphere. Why lack of books and music ?

Would expect more individualism in the market. Vendors seemed bland

Approximate cost: $good value

This review is for David Jones, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 02 Nov 2007

I do love this store and genuinely wish I had more cash to splash on their high quality clothing. The mens' clothing is of a really classy standard - and not too conservative.

I bought my favourite tie there - sadly it knocked me back a fair bit in the cash department but it was worth it.

Helpful staff and great central location - very handy for the cafes on the adjacent laneways.

This review is for JB Hi-Fi, Keilor VIC

verified email - 02 Nov 2007

This store is off the beaten track for most but one of the earliest JB stores around apparently. The staff seem expert enough but not very warm. The store is very cramped and lighting is appalling.

There's heaps of music and a plethora of gadgetry but more accessible staff might be able to explain their use.

Approximate cost: $good value

This review is for Coles, Strathmore VIC

verified email - 02 Nov 2007

Recently transformed from Bilo to Coles and disappoints. Parking is meagre. Store design is cramped and aisles difficult to manouevre. Could be cleaner.

Items that I expect to get not on hand. Staff seem harassed.

Parking very tight - accident waiting to happen on entry from Bulla Road.

Approximate cost: $average

This review is for DiCaprio Family Restaurant, Tullamarine VIC

verified email - 02 Nov 2007

Great family night out. Gracious staff. Great food and fine atmosphere.

Pizzas are authentic; pastas are fine.Easy parking.

My family dine here on a regular basis and the food is consistent. And it doesn't break the bank.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Sofia Restaurant, Camberwell VIC

verified email - 02 Nov 2007

Despite the fact that the place was buzzing service was speedy and polite. Atmosphere was delightful. I was there on a Friday night with family and the general ambience was light and fun-fuelled.

Food was tasty and plentiful. Not exactly haute cuisine but great for the price and well presented.

Approximate cost: $16 dollars