Reviews by RockyAndBullwinkle

This review is for XY Dim Sim Dumpling House, Forrest ACT

verified email - 08 Jan 2011

We enjoy this YUM CHA place! It is fresh & filling for a mere $16.60 pp weekdays $18.60 pp weekends ALL YOU CAN EAT.

All they ask is that you don't waste food by over-ordering. They even make-to-order if you want a particular dish still for the same price.

The food is great including the refreshing desserts. Big range of dishes but the rotation is sometimes limited, depends on the crowd.

We really enjoy the extra flavours you get from traditional Yum Cha places (pay per plate) - there is a difference in quality, however at the end of the meal it is usually double the price of XY Dim Sim for the same sized dishes.

Approximate cost: $16-18

This review is for Little Istanbul, Greenway ACT

verified email - 19 Dec 2010

Well we used to enjoy a good meal here but recently we didn't even get served. Understandably, it was a busy night - we saw a waitress attending to another group, we sat nearby and waited. And waited. And waited. And waited............

During this time we were looked at by many staff and we made eye contact on numerous occasions but not long enough to flag them to us. Even with 5 available waiters all standing no more than 3 metres from us just talking between themselves - still no service. They they looked more like bouncers than wait staff and more interested in themselves than us. We were even passed several times by staff as they waited on other tables directly behind us.

20 minutes was much too long for no service or even a simple hello so we left.
Will we be back? who knows.

Approximate cost: $25

This review is for Cream Cafe And Bar, Canberra ACT

verified email - 11 Dec 2010

Overpriced & Overrated. Picked our way through the small function dinner party and at $50pp we would have expected a higher quality of food at an earlier time. Well presented food outdoes the taste. Large busy premises & quite loud - not recommended if you like a quiet or romantic meal. Arrived @ 7:30pm - Got mains at around 10pm

Approximate cost: $50

This review is for Pellegrino's, Fyshwick ACT

verified email - 06 Dec 2010

Nice food BUT expensive, especially when you don't get all the ingredients listed on the menu.

I've eaten there a few times & usually something is forgotten from the meal which is listed on the menu - one one occasion it was the main item. This was a take-away so by the time I got back to work & realised, it was too late to drive back. I had called to notify of the problem & all that was offered was a 'sorry' - no compensation for a free coffee or discounted meal next time.

They might forget to include items, certainly don't forget to charge full price even when told something was missing. So I guess I probably won't be back unless it's someone else's shout!

Approximate cost: $25.00

This review is for Vicki Edwards, Queanbeyan NSW

verified email - 05 Dec 2010

Vicki's service is incredibly precise. Our teenage niece (& nervous mum) were completely comfortable throughout the naval piercing experience due to Vicki's gentle approach.

Vicki provided all the after care solutions & information which was explained to both mother & daughter to ensure an infection-free piercing. They were invited to contact Vicki anytime if unsure or concerned about anything or if our niece wanted to change the ring. The after- care was fantastic - unlike our own experiences with other piercers' who were cowboys in comparison. If any parent is concerned with a teenager wanting a piercing, Vicki is the one. She spent ample time in marking the correct position & testing the different positions to ensure it was right.

Vicki provides Naval, Nose & Ear Piercing + it would seem other beauty treatments available due to the stock in the salon. An approved home business with the salon downstairs. By Appointment

Approximate cost: $99.00

This review is for Pizzazz Cafe, Kingston ACT

verified email - 20 Nov 2010

Delicious Avocado Bruschetta & Great Coffee - better than most. Quick service & reasonable prices considering the area. Parking all around. Nice interior & some staff very friendly.

Approximate cost: $15.00

This review is for Santa Lucia Trattoria, Mawson ACT

verified email - 14 Nov 2010

Moved from Kingston. Nice buzzy atmosphere in neutral settings. Accommodating, friendly and attentive service from wait staff. Food arrived quickly throughout. Fresh authentic flavours & all elements well cooked for both entrees & mains. Although desserts are nice, are over-priced. Indoor & outdoor seating available. Ample parking at the time of dining. Kids enjoyed their meals too.

Approximate cost: $25.00

This review is for Oriental Terrace, Oxley ACT

verified email - 17 Oct 2010

Wonderful, attentive service & relaxing surroundings, Oriental Terrace offers fresh & tasty flavours. Long standing establishment with a solid reputation.

Complimentary tasty nuts to nibble upon arrival & sometimes offers free port at the end of the meal.

Meals are very well priced & good size serves. Big range of various flavours. However could use a more premium ice cream than home-brand or consider lowering the charge.
Has a take-away bar with hot meals ready to go or dine in for a relaxing meal made to order.

Approximate cost: $17.00

This review is for Car Care Centre, Fyshwick ACT

verified email - 10 Oct 2010

We've only ever used the Car Car Centre for all our mechanical needs and our car is always tuned to perfection & ran smoothly between services without any issues although it was a bit old with very high km's on the clock.

Peter has the good ol' fashioned service & explains any mechanical issues at our level so there is no confusion. We were in the situation of needing to buy a new car & Peter kindly offered to provide mechanical assessments on any cars we were serious in buying to ensure our next car was mechanically sound.

Email: [email protected]
or web: www.carcarecentre.com.au

Approximate cost: $500.00

This review is for Fig & Olive Turkish Cuisine, Chisholm ACT

verified email - 10 Oct 2010

Fresh & healthy flavours, Tasty Pides, Delicious dips & Yummy kebabs - don't forget the desserts! Good prices. Always friendly service from the front of house and a bright, clean atmosphere.
Only gripe is when the zucchini balls are under-cooked but this is not often enough to worry. Open for lunch & dinner, dine in or take-away.

Approximate cost: $10.00