Reviews by athoma13

This review is for Carinish Hot Bread Shop, Clayton VIC

verified email - 08 Jan 2013

I used to pop in here when I was local.

The slices are very nice but the crust of the bread was always a little hard for my taste. That is a personal preference however.

The pies are a bit ordinary but you could get a hotdog in a fresh roll which was always good.

They also do fresh salad rolls which are good for lunch but they are not in the best location for that.

My only real gripe is they often closed earlier than advertised on the door. That was annoying

Approximate cost: $2

This review is for Shine Cafe Bar & Lounge, Glen Waverley VIC

verified email - 08 Jan 2013

I always like comming here when it is warmer. The atmosphere is relaxed and the service is good considering they are usually busy.

Food is good and price reasonable. I usually go for the steak and it cones out as I ask not as the chef prefers which is a problem too often.

Winter months is not a good time because the front does not close properly and drafts make it a chilly experience.

Approximate cost: $22

This review is for Temple Body And Soul, Glen Waverley VIC

verified email - 08 Jan 2013

My wife has gone for a couple of treatments and I have had a massage. The service here is fantastic and the while ambience is very relaxing.

Price is more than other places I have been to and the massage and treatments are not much better. The service and ambience is better than others.

If you want the whole experience then this is your place. If the treatment is all that is important and you don't mind sacrificing some of the atmisphere then others are better.

Approximate cost: $150

This review is for Rock Kung Restaurant, Glen Waverley VIC

verified email - 08 Jan 2013

Eating once here was once too often and we will never be back. This was the worst experience I have ever had.

We did not have a reservation but the place was empty so getting ar table was not a problem, but they stuck us in a corner with stacked chairs. They then ignored us for ten minutes before two groups arrived, were seated, menus handed out and orders taken before they deemed us worthy to even get a menu. They then seemed to expect an instant order. We managed to pick a couple of things that appealed than had to wait 20 minutes for it to come out. This was enough time for another group to come in, order, and be served their food before ours came out.

It was not worth the wait and I am regretting that we just did not walk out. The meat (I assume that is what it was) in my dish felt like old boots and my wife pushed her noodles away after only a few bites. Clearly they did not want us there so we did not bother returning.
Seriously, avoid this place.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Portelli & Co, Clayton VIC

verified email - 07 Jan 2013

Good value and the lawyers kept me involved through the entire process and assisted me with what was required. Good value.

My only issue is with reception that did not lift a finger to assist getting in with a large pram. Even the lawyers assisted there.

Outside that I would recommend them. Very good.

This review is for Hippos Pizza Restaurant, Clayton VIC

verified email - 07 Jan 2013

Avoid this place.

Used to be Ok as la porchetta but went way downhill with the name change. Pizza is greasy and loose (even by pizza standards), pasta is sloppy and the place looks like it rarely sees a mop. Even the local papers are usually out if date.

They do a very good chocolate mouse, but always seem to be out when you order takeaway.

If you can get it the mouse is good but otherwise don't bother.

Approximate cost: $14

This review is for Monash Hotel, Clayton VIC

verified email - 07 Jan 2013

I cannot really put my finger on it but this place is disapointing.

Food is Ok. Service is Ok. Value is Ok but for some reason the place lacks atmosphere.

I only go if friends book a group meal there and that is not often.

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for The Vale, Mulgrave VIC

verified email - 07 Jan 2013

This is your standard low end family pub. The meals are relatively cheap and the kids options are ok. The play area is not for toddlers so your little one is likely to be disappointed but for older kids it is ok.

Food is edible but now fantastic. About what you pay for.

I have always found the service to be slow.

Overall I think they rely too much on the pokies but for all that an adequate experience. Don't go out of your way for it though.

Approximate cost: $25

This review is for Nottinghill Hotel, Clayton VIC

verified email - 07 Jan 2013

This is not much of a pub for food. It is cheap over the counter but poor quality. Bistro is ok but not great.

The beer garden is large and shaded and a good place to have a drink in the warmer nights.

Avoid thursdays if you don't like mixing with a bunch of students but otherwise good atmosphere.

Music is bad service is quick and friendly and the.beer is a good price.

Not a family venue and not boutique by any means but a nice place for a drink uf you are nearby.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Oakleigh Quality Cakes, Oakleigh VIC

verified email - 07 Jan 2013

The range of cakes and slices they have here have to be seen to be believed. I am always blown away each time I come in. I usually go for the Baclava.

I find their cookies a bit dry so I avoid those, but that could be a preference thing.

They have a main area to sit and relax but also a quick takeaway section around the corner.

Price is a bit expensive but you get what you pay for.