Reviews by Couzygirl

This review is for Yum Yum, Daw Park SA

verified email - 31 Jan 2015

Have always been happy with their takeaway food, so thought I'd organise a group to go there for my Birthday.

For a Saturday night, it wasn't full (3 tables of 2 plus our table of 8), so the service was very quick.
There were no entrees ordered but everyone did choose a different meal, with the exception of my sister and I, so there were 7 varying main courses and there were no complaints from anyone. They were served by a friendly male waiter and were piping hot and very tasty.
...
Everyone had desert, with 4 of the Chocolate Mocha's being ordered. Unfortunately, they only had 3 left so my partner had to order the chocolate gelati cupcake instead. I had the fried ice cream - only complaint was that when it was served, it had already started to melt. It should have been still frozen.
My friend did make a trip to the Ladies Room and found it to be a bit dirty - she said the hand basin looked unclean and the floor felt sticky. I didn't use the toilets, so can't comment on that.
All in all, we had a great night. Service 9/10, Food 9/10, Ambience 7/10. Will happily continue to order takeaways from here.

This review is for Portobello, Boobyalla TAS

verified email - 31 Jan 2015

Used a $49 Cudo Voucher, which entitled us to a shared entrée, a main each plus a glass of wine or a beer.
The entrée of Ciabatta bread, with oil, balsamic and chilli dipping, was quite pleasant.
For the mains, I had the Garlic Cream Prawns and Rice. It was quite tasty but the serving size was very small!
I am assuming I got a small size because of the voucher. Certainly wouldn't pay the full price of $29!!! Robbery.
My partner chose the "Ragu Beef" with Bolognese Sauce and Pasta. Again, it was tasty but there were only 4 small pieces of beef and rest was under cooked pasta, with minimal sauce!! Regular pricing was $23.
The views of the Port River are lovely and makes a wonderful summer setting. The waitress was very pleasant too.
I know a voucher costs less than the usual prices but if you are trying to encourage customers in, skimping on voucher meals won't do you any favours.
We won't be going back.

Approximate cost: $20.00 +

This review is for Pretoria Hotel, Mannum SA

verified email - 31 Jan 2015

A lovely Hotel, situated in the main street. Had an Australia Day Lunch there today, with 2 friends, who now live in Mannum.
Classic pub meals - Wagyu Beef Burger, Lamb Burger, Roast Pork with all the trimmings and a Beef Schnitzel.
All served with chips, except the Pork which came with roast potatoes and broccoli.
You also have access to their Side Bar, which is full of fresh salads that are well presented.
Large indoor area to eat in, along with tables on the balcony and 3 more on the lawn downstairs.
The view is lovely - overlooking the Murray River.
Nice food in a beautiful setting - Highly recommend.... 8/10

Approximate cost: $20.00

This review is for Olive Green Kitchen, Belair SA

verified email - 31 Jan 2015

Purchased a $29 Scoopon - 3 courses + a soft drink, for 2 people.
The food itself was beautiful! The Onion Bhaji & Vegetable Samosa entrees were fresh, hot and delicious.
For our mains, we chose Chicken Korma and Butter Chicken - both were absolutely divine and were served with steamed rice and 2 servings of Garlic Naan Bread. Desert was a Mango Ice cream on a popsicle stick - obviously home made and very enjoyable as something different in a restaurant setting.
Only 2 complaints - Firstly, there were only 3 other couples in the restaurant. Despite the fact that there were only 8 of us there, we found the service to be a bit slow. The staff weren't rude but they certainly lacked a friendly smile.
Secondly, the terms of the voucher weren't explained by the staff there. All other places we have been to, went through what we were entitled to and what was excluded. I know I should have checked - adage to the fact that you should only trust yourself and not rely on the business!!
Consequently, we missed out on our drink which was part of the deal. The waiter never once asked what we would like to have as our drink - sneaky.
Great food but service slow and smile less! We had to drive a fair way to get there and it really didn't offer anything special to make us travel the extra distance again. Shame really as the food was very nice.

Approximate cost: $16.00

This review is for The Glynde Hotel, Glynde SA

verified email - 06 Aug 2014

My friend and I met up here last night, for the 1/2 price T/Bone steaks.
I asked for it to be well done, without a trace of pink but not to be burnt.

I received a very thin T/Bone, that was charcoaled all around the edges and still bleeding inside. (Cut with the knife and the blood ran onto the plate).
The waitress asked if I would like it cooked longer but I said not to bother and they would burn it even more.

I changed my order to the crumbed chicken with a salsa and sour cream topping. It was absolutely divine!
I was charged the extra $5.50 for it - would have been a nice gesture if they had have waived the extra cost.
However, they did end up giving each of us a free coffee which was appreciated.

The service was pretty good and both waitresses were very friendly. I will definitely go back but won't ever order steak.

Approximate cost: $18.50

This review is for Bay Of Bengal, Glenelg SA

verified email - 21 Jul 2014

Have been here 3 times using a Living Social Voucher and every time has been wonderful - Great Service and Brilliant food. There was certainly no skimping on anything, even though we had paid a reduced price.

My partner is a "Korma" fan, while I love the Butter chicken.
We also both love the Garlic Bhatura (similar to Naan bread) and the Sume Ki Bhaji (green beans with tomato and capsicum). Absolutely delicious!

The regular prices here, are higher than most of the other Indian restaurants we have been to but the quality of the food makes it worthwhile paying the extra.

Highly recommend - Rate it a 9/10!

Approximate cost: $19.50 - $24.50