Reviews by katew8

This review is for Dyers Steak Stable, Ballarat VIC

verified email - 14 May 2010

I wish I'd heeded J3V's review, but thought we'd give them another chance having not been there for 5 years or so. Wish we hadn't. Rubbery, frozen, imported-tasting scallops, bland sauces (the bearnaise was served chilled and tasted like it had come straight from the jar- the vinegar fumes nearly blew our heads off!), rancid-tasting oysters in the carpet bag steak, vegies limited to a greasy 1/2 potato, 4 overcooked snow peas and 1/2 a plain grilled tomato. The steak was OK, but could have done with a bit of seasoning. Cooked pretty much to order, but we did see other patrons returning steaks for under/over- doneness. Very disappointing given the prices ($38 main course + $4 extra for the sauce and that was a mid-priced main), the restaraunt's longevity, and their so-called specialisation in steak. I can only think (like J3V) that the reason Dyer's has survived is due to patronage by friends and unsophisticated diners with low standards and expectations. Pretty dismal.

Approximate cost: $40

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