Reviews by BlushingBride

This review is for Au Cirque, New Farm QLD

27 Feb 2013

A great brunch spot with excellent service. I haven't had to wait very long for a table on the weekends. Must try are the sweet corncakes with smashed avocado, tomato salsa, cirque relish.
Atmosphere is warm and inviting and excellent for catch ups with family and friends. Great coffee and consistent quality.

This review is for Pram Warehouse, Sumner QLD

25 Feb 2013

Great place to purchase baby goods at the best prices. Online site helps you shop around for the best price and order efficiently. I found that it saved me a lot of time rather than running around in the stores.
Pretty easy to contact staff by online chat or by phone (phone into the store closest to you) if you are seeking advice or checking for available stock. Price matching is great!

This review is for The Smoke BBQ, New Farm QLD

23 Feb 2013

The best ribs in Brisbane that fall apart when you touch it with a knife. Not extremely decadent that you feel sick after your meal but very satisfying. No sickening aftertaste - this is the real deal on how meat should be cooked.

Buffalo wings were also great - cooked with care and not dry like other competitors. I would say half beef ribs would be enough for one but most items on the menu are excellent.
This place definitely shows they are experts when it comes to cooking meat!

Lunch specials are also great if you want to try on a budget and without booking too far in advance. I recommend to book well in advance for dinner as once you try this place you will understand why there is an extensive wait list.

Must try ribs and worth every dollar!!!

Approximate cost: $25

This review is for Earth & Sea, Bulimba QLD

23 Feb 2013

Delicious pizza and pasta at a great price and family friendly restaurant.
Situated in the buzzing Oxford Street in Bulimba, this pizza place is always filled with good reason. An extensive menu and never fails to satisfy my pizza and pasta cravings.
Also features a kids' menu, desserts (mainly crepes, gelati, milkshakes) and interesting drinks.

Recommend to check out the specials board as they have winning dishes on offer generally. Staff are attentive and I have never had to wait too long for my meals. Love how the pizzas come in small, medium, large or giant!

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for 3 Bamboo, Robertson QLD

23 Feb 2013

Came here for dinner and found the prices to be very affordable compared to other similar Chinese banquet style establishments with fresh seafood on offer. Nothing fancy here except the lower prices.
Staff can seem to play favourites with customers.

Service was a little sloppy but we got our food in a timely manner.

Had the daily house-made consomme, lobster with noodles, vegetables stirfry, tofu and seafood stirfry and baby abalone.
Nothing wow and tasted ok.

Would recommend this restaurant for casual dining at a good price as there is no five star service here.

Approximate cost: $19

This review is for La Pachanga, Coopers Plains QLD

23 Feb 2013

This is a family run business with a large Mexican clientele. Obviously a good sign as all the Mexican customers always leave smiling. Service is down to earth yet although not the most efficient, they are friendly and welcoming.

Tried the burrito, tacos and chips for lunch. Burrito filling was tasty and delicious and not overfilled with rice. Taco shells were fresh out of the packet but appeared to need some light toasting in an oven to make it crisp. Taco filling was again tasty.
Chips were crisp and satisfying.

This is an open kitchen fit-out that looks hygienic and clean.
I was a little turned off by the endless use of the microwave in their meals but at least it was tasty and didn't give me food poisoning. Their homemade Mexican drinks were a hit.

Will be back to try their mains as their food seems homely, authentic and made with care. They always ask their customers how was the food which is a good thing that they seem to care.

Recommended but don't expect big bells and whistles as this is a cosy little family run establishment that churns out great food and drinks.

Approximate cost: $16

This review is for Chocolate Pavilion, Carindale QLD

24 Jan 2013

Pleasing to the eye but that is about where the pleasing ends.
Went to this place expecting some lovely chocolate delights but unfortunately they fell short by way of service and quality of food.
My friend and I ordered the waffles, molten lava truffle cake and 2 hot chocolates.
Firstly, we waited over 10 mins to be served menus when we were the second table in the whole place. Once we ordered, the waitress had no idea what was served with the waffles special. Really? Shouldn't this be basic knowledge if it is one of your most popular dishes?!?!
Ok.. now for the quality of food after waiting over 30 minutes for waffles and a reheated cake:
The waffles tasted eggy and seemed like something a 5 year old could make. The molten lava truffle cake was not molten inside - must have overheated it and it was dried inside - very disappointing. For a place that calls themselves "Chocolate Pavilion" they really don't use any good quality chocolate to warrant the prices they charge.
Hot chocolates - had a strange oily film on the top that was displeasing.

Disappointing and will not be back. I am guessing a lot of guests will not be back either.

Approximate cost: $14

This review is for Fat Noodle, Brisbane QLD

08 Jan 2013

A Luke Nguyen branded restaurant situated in the buzzing Brisbane Casino's former Cafe21.

Here you will find Asian dishes with a strong focus on "Vietnamese" food. If credibility and reputation counts for anything, I suggest Luke should review this establishment as I do not believe it reflects his image and what he stands for. The food is not good Asian/Vietnamese nor is it good fusion.

This is a disappointing restaurant where the food FAR from hits the mark exacerbated with the hefty prices. Yes it is a nice setting to dine in but when you account for the below par food and staffing, it does not cut the mustard and will leave a lot of Luke's fans shaking their heads.

Don't come here for excellent food, it's more of a place for gamblers that just need a feed - that's it - no more, no less.

It's times like this I wish Cafe21 wasn't replaced.

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for Sono Japanese Restaurant, Hamilton QLD

01 Jan 2013

A fine Japanese dining experience. Ingredients and food is top notch and matches the top notch pricing but worth it.
Dining area is spacious and very zen.
Food comes out smoothly, staff are knowledgeable and a great place for a special occasion where you want to be spoilt.
Highly recommended - especially the sushi and tempura.

This review is for Mokka Cafe, Sunnybank QLD

01 Jan 2013

A great little cafe that deliver the same quality food as their more expensive competitors in the Sunnybank area.
Had bacon, eggs, toast and grilled tomato for $6.25!
Omelette servings are generous although the coffee could be improved.
If you are in Sunnybank for breakfast, this is the recommended cafe.