Reviews by SF

This review is for Ko Ko, Fitzroy VIC

verified email - 12 Jun 2010

This is an absolute favourite of mine. A trend towards locally designed, mostly sterling silver jewellery. Very large selection of originally designed earrings. Prices vary a lot so this shop is great for a lovely gift for someone else or an indulgent present for yourself.

This review is for Birdman Eating, Fitzroy VIC

verified email - 12 Jun 2010

Enjoyed a really good brekky here this morning. Lovely gourmet selection of food, decent size servings and fresh/healthy ingredients. Coffee was made exactly how we asked for it. Would come here again if we lived a bit closer.

Approximate cost: $14

This review is for Camy Shanghai Dumpling & Noodle Restaurant, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

So you definitely do not come here for the service. This place certainly is good value though for reasonable quality food. Groups above the size of four on busier nights can expect to be seated upstairs and given only an 'all-you-can-eat banquet' as an option. Dumpling House also has one of the more relaxed BYO policies around - allowing you to BYO beer too.

Approximate cost: $6

This review is for Hu Tong Dumpling Bar, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

Whilst I do love the shao long bao dumlings here, the service is a bit hit and miss. One day service will be attentive and friendly, the next, you are wondering if the waiters/managers want you dining there. The food always comes out quickly and is of good quality. I have found, however, changes to the menu are not easily catered for and will often get you a blank stare or two.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Smoothe Cafe, South Melbourne VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

This cafe could do with either a price or food improvement overhaul. Coffees are quite good but there are a few cheaper options within 50m walk of this cafe that offer much better coffee for less. The food at Smoothe is always fairly fresh but it is lacking value for money.

Approximate cost: $10

This review is for Entertainment Books, Hawthorn VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

I have had an Entertainment Book for the last five years and will continue to purchase one for as long as they are around. They do pay for themselves after a couple of uses. The deals also encourage you to try somewhere else for a change - restaurants, cafes, museums, attractions etc. The new website which members get access too is also great for booking accommodation and purchasing great value retail products.

This review is for IGA, St Kilda VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

While I wouldn't do my everyday shopping here because of the prices, this IGA is one of a kind. The variety of gourmet food products is fantastic with a good focus on organic, locally made produce also.

This review is for Harley House Osteopathy, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

I have been a patient here on-and-off for about two years. All osteopaths working here are extremely professional, personable, experienced and above all, good at what they do!

Approximate cost: $60

This review is for Ezard, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

The food and service we experienced at Ezard absolutely blew us away. A very special dining experience for us both. Would highly recommend the degustation so you can really understand what the restaurant is all about. Service was flawless with waiters 'ghosting' around, ensuring every whim was attended to without being obviously present either.

Approximate cost: $50

This review is for The Local Taphouse, St Kilda East VIC

verified email - 11 Jun 2010

As you would expect, the array of tap beers on offer is very impressive. A great place to try something a little different to your standard pour teamed with some pretty good food as well. They seem to be trying something different lately with a tapas focused menu with 3-4 main sized meals available also. The tapas we tried were well thought out albeit a little over-priced for what we received. Good bar food but maybe try somewhere else on Carlisle Street if you're overly hungry.

Approximate cost: $30