Reviews by TalBear

This review is for Mosskito, Clifton Hill VIC

verified email - 18 Sep 2012

I went to Mosskito for dinner last Saturday night. I don't look at the menu as I always have the famous Mosskito Parmigiana.
It is my favourite parmigiana from anywhere. They are enormous, taste good and did I say the best? The parma comes with salad and fries. In past experiences it has been served with chips, but it was served with fries on this occasion.
I have also had bigger parma's from Mosskito in the past.
The only real downside to Mosskito is there self-service of water. To become a complete restaurant, I believe they should serve their customers water rather than making the customer self-serve.

Approximate cost: $24

This review is for The Excelsior Hotel, Thomastown VIC

verified email - 14 Sep 2012

Went to the Excelsior for lunch with two of my best mates. I ordered a parmigiana and a glass of coke. The establishment was aesthetically very pleasing with a very modern touch with their interior design.
The meals were delivered very quickly. I don't think I was waiting longer than 4-5 minutes. The parmigiana came with chips and salad. The salad consisted of lettuce, tomato, cucumber and red onion, topped with a dressing. The salad itself was very tasty. The chips were nice and crunchy, thick and full of potato. The parmigiana was delicious.
A enjoyable meal and would definitely go back again!

Approximate cost: $21

This review is for BridgeClimb Sydney, Sydney NSW

verified email - 06 Sep 2012

For my anniversary with my partner, we flew to Sydney to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It was a surprise for my partner, but when dealing with BridgeClimb in organising my booking, the staff I spoke to were friendly and understanding when our plane was delayed and they simply moved us back to the following group, which worked out better as we went from a group of 10 to a group of four!
From the start of our climb, all the staff were super friendly and supportive. They took the time to get to know each climber, what they do, where they come from etc.
Our instructor was exceptional! I had purchased a usb package and knowing that, he took extra photos of us during the climb. Our instructor also took the time to stop at various points on the bridge to explain some historical context which made the experience a bit more breathtaking knowing significant facts about where we were currently standing. The climb went for a total of 3 hours, but it didn't feel like three hours! I could have easily stayed out on the bridge for another three!
The climb consisted of us walking along the outer arch. We stopped at different points to have photos taken or to have landmarks around the harbour pointed out to us.
It was definitely one of the best experiences of my life, being so intrigued by Australian history.

Approximate cost: $200

This review is for Eureka Skydeck 88, Southbank VIC

verified email - 06 Sep 2012

My partner and I visited the Eureka Skydeck in between courses at Eureka 89. My partner had been before, but it was my first experience. Being at night, it wasn't very busy which meant we could experience the 360 degree view at our own pace and take time to look at all the landmarks of Melbourne.
We also did The Edge. We had a 30sec wait from once we paid. The Edge staff was very friendly and explained the process very clearly to us. With just a group of four going on The Edge, we had a bit longer to experience The Edge to its full extent, walking around, looking out from every angle and then worry about photos.
Highly recommended experience for tourists or locals!

Approximate cost: $24

This review is for Eureka 89, Southbank VIC

verified email - 06 Sep 2012

UNBELIEVABLE!
It was my partner and I anniversary so I booked dinner at Eureka 89. I was a bit nervous going into the restaurant after seeing the menu as it sounded much to classy for my taste buds. But from the moment we arrived, we were greeted by friendly staff, we were made to feel exceptionally comfortable, and from the first meal, the food was divine! My favourite meal was the chicken, but the other 4 courses all come a close second.
The palette cleanser came out and I was a bit sceptic about it, but the apple, lime and jelly just left the most amazing, refreshing feeling!
Unfortunately, the desert was coffee based and I'm not a coffee person but my partner absolutely loved the cappuccino brule!
We loved being able to go down one floor during courses and experience the Edge!
The view was amazing, the staff were exceptionally friendly, and the food was the best. If I was a thief, I would have stolen the chef!

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for AAMI Park, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 28 Aug 2012

Attended AAMI Park for a Melbourne Storm Rugby League game. A crowd of 12,000 turned up and down the swan street end, only one of the two food outlets was opened. This created a enormous wait to purchase food.
The supervisor of the food outlet also refused to cook and chicken (which is what many of the patrons wanted) all because they did not have specific packaging that said "chicken" on it. Even after we, the patrons, said we don't care what packaging it comes in, we just want some chicken, he replied to us "I don't care". Even his own staff were telling him to serve the chicken!
I waited in line for 20mins and missed most of the first half!

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for Clogs Restaurant & Pizza, Bendigo VIC

verified email - 28 Aug 2012

Had a late night dinner at Clogs.
I had a meatlovers pizza and it was one of the best tasting meatlovers I have ever had! We didn't have to wait excessively for our food or drinks.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Barclay On View Motor Inn, Bendigo VIC

verified email - 28 Aug 2012

Barclay On View is close to the city centre of Bendigo, only a short walk away from many restaurants and shopping facilities.
Their rooms were spotless upon arrival, and the staff were exceptionally friendly.
Breakfast was served on time and tasted really good. Beds were comfortable and the rooms were easy to keep warm throughout the night.

Approximate cost: $130