Reviews by granmichelle

This review is for Beijing House, Diamond Creek VIC

verified email - 30 May 2013

We are regulars here during the week $7.50 for the lunchbox deal - it's fresh and hot and tasty. The rice isn't gluggy. The jasmine tea is delightful, the lady who serves us is so kind!! The decor is a bit 70's (mirrored walls and vinyl chairs) but who cares when the food is sooo yummy@! oh and the home made dim sims!! My favourite is the curry chicken, creamy curry goodness with tender as chicken!!! salivating as i write!

Approximate cost: $7.50

This review is for Beasleys Nursery & Tea House, Warrandyte VIC

verified email - 30 May 2013

I love this place, the staff are so fabulously friendly no matter whether you are ordering lunch, sharing a bowl of chips or simply having a cup of jo! The place is a huge kind of conservatory style feel to it. The cakes are tasty and the chips are crunchy and hot. They have pencils and paper for the kids which is great and you get to sit in amongst the nursery (which has the healthiest, albeit pricy plants) which is just oh so glorious. It can get a tad noisy here but it's all part of the dining experience. the toilets are quite creative with some folkart on them to jazz things up. There are highchairs too and although it's a bit squishy you can fit a pram in here...and thankfully usually the older patrons dote on your little one...so it's happiness all around. Come and visit it's great! Just don't park under the gum trees (if you can avoid it) they drop branches.....oh and don't put your finger in the cockateils avary sometimes he'll take a nip!! Such a good variety of succulents and espaliated camelias!!! also a nice little gift shop, this place has everything

Approximate cost: $12

This review is for Lilies On Brougham, Eltham VIC

verified email - 30 May 2013

Same as the other reviewer. I've come here often but the last time I came with my grandson (18mth) hubby and daughter & son in law...they tried to shove us to a table around a corner that wasn't as grand as the other tables...we didn't even have a pram so that wasn't the excuse used here. Thankfully my daughter went to the better table (the cafe was basically empty). We were given rude looks even though my grandson (curly hair, an angel!) was behaving perfectly. The cakes here are nice (though pricy $7 a slice) and whilst the decor is lovely (the most beautiful french cutlery with bees on them, you can get them from House) the staff just make the whole visit unpleasant. They sell lots of homewares and some clothing (womens) upstairs, mostly parisian style. It's all overpriced but lovely to look at and perhaps get a somewhat unique gift. Though my advice is shop around first and make sure you can't get it elsewhere.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for Mojo On Main, Eltham VIC

verified email - 30 May 2013

This is a good little place to buy something fashionable at a reasonable price. Mainly for younger ones 17-30yo girls. They have some unique pieces that you don't find in your Department stores. If your a smaller size 10 - 14 you are sure to find some cute little numbers here. Lots of lace and funky clothing.. You'll often find some cool jackets and dresses here.

Approximate cost: $39

This review is for Orient, Greensborough VIC

verified email - 30 May 2013

I've had terrible experiences here which is a real shame because it's convenient. The staff are quite rude - you don't get anything for nothing (a straw, serviette). Sometimes the sushi doesnt taste fresh which puts you off. I tend to avoid this place

Approximate cost: $2.50

This review is for Donut King, Greensborough VIC

verified email - 30 May 2013

These guys are lovely, nothing is too much of a bother even when our order is confusing they always get it right. the coffee is nice and hot just how i like it and they are reasonably priced. gotta love a cheap hot cinnamon donut deal too! yummo

Approximate cost: $3.50

This review is for Platters Cafe & Bar, Diamond Creek VIC

verified email - 30 May 2013

So happy with this place. Around the corner from Coles, good hot coffee (and they take critiscm well if your not happy) lovely cheery women serving you. Food is tasty my fav Mediterranean burger which features dolmadas - yummo! Reasonably priced and comfy booths and pleasant decor. Please try it you'll love it. It got Diamond Creek best trader

Approximate cost: $15