Reviews by Kentessential

This review is for Dom's Burger Bar, Mildura VIC

verified email - 10 Apr 2012

Went here for lunch recently, and was immediately impressed with the atmosphere, the prices, and the variety of the menu! All burgers have the option of breads, gluten free, wraps, or bunless. Everything was cooked perfectly, with great flavour, and pretty quickly, too!

It's one of those venues that makes you wish you lived locally!

Approximate cost: $12

This review is for Coomealla Memorial Sporting Club, Dareton NSW

verified email - 10 Apr 2012

Went with a large tour group, and service-wise, were looked after brilliantly. There service was friendly, efficient, and there were no complaints.

The meals were... interesting. I opted for a lamb curry with rice, and it wasn't the best. The curry lacked flavour and spice, and the meal was served with CHIPS! Odd. A three-hour bus ride afterwards wasn't interrupted by a revisit of the meal, so that's a good sign.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for East Charlton Hotel, Charlton VIC

verified email - 10 Apr 2012

Stopped in for lunch en route to Broken Hill. My colleague had the steak sandwich, and I opted for the chicken tenders. The Steak Sandwich ($13) was a sight to see! It was huge, and came with all the trimmings. Definitely photo-worthy. The chicken tenders ($12) didn't look as impressive, but came with peas, corn, pumpkin mash, potato mash, and chips. I was NOT disappointed at the end of the meal!

If you're in the area and want a real pub lunch, this is the place to be!

Approximate cost: $13

This review is for Cafe Eden, Canterbury VIC

verified email - 05 Feb 2012

When we arrived for Sunday lunch, most of the staff were surly and uninterested. Ordered a Coke Zero, and has to send back the Coke that arrived. When my meal, the beef and mushroom pie, arrived, the outside was piping hot and the middle was stone cold. It was sent back. When it returned 20 minutes later, it was cooked, but I was no longer hungry and my partner had long-finished. So, we didn't pay for my meal. Maybe a one-off for this venue, but I won't be going again.

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for Red Salmon, Wantirna VIC

verified email - 01 Dec 2011

We went here for a work dinner recently, and were quite enticed by their menu.

For entree, we shared the garlic prawns and duck spring rolls, both of which were lovely. For mains, my boss had Barramundi, my colleague had Moroccan Goat curry, and I had the Reef & Beef. Everything on my plate was cooked and presented superbly, and I enjoyed it very much. I was starving, so basically inhaled it all, but was quite satisfied afterward. My colleagues shared the sweet crepe for dessert, and I had a chocolate mousse all to myself. Thankfully, they didn't want any, and it was AWESOME!

The staff were pleasant, and generally attentive. They did take a little time to take our dessert order, however, everything else went off without a hitch! Very friendly overall.

The prices were a little steep, and I could see that it would turn some people away. Not 'outrageous', but it clearly attracts a certain type of clientele who don't mind paying a little extra for good quality food.

Approximate cost: $25

This review is for Rye RSL Club, Rye VIC

verified email - 21 Nov 2011

I attended the venue with my extended family for a Saturday lunch, in preference to another venue up the street. It was OK, but unspectacular.

The meals were adequate, those who had the chicken parma said it was 'a bit average'. I had a Chicken Mexican dish, which was nice and fresh, but came with veggies instead of my preferred chips and/or salad. They didn't even ask for an option on that one. The kitchen had closed when we decided to buy dessert.

The staff weren't terribly friendly. It seemed like bringing meals to our table was a chore for them, with their attitudes. A smile would have been nice.

HOWEVER, the young lady behind the bar, Kayla, was very friendly and helpful and ensured that we were were well looked after for the afternoon. She was definitely a ray of sunshine within the staff, so kudos to her for that.

Beyond the food and service aspects, the Saturday afternoon raffle is good value at $1 per ticket. My Dad was lucky enough to win 1st prize!!

Approximate cost: $22

This review is for Max Hardware Lane Bar And Restaurant, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 21 Nov 2011

Went her for a Sunday lunch. We ordered our food and drinks, and the first thing to arrive was the bill. Which we thought was quite odd.

So, when a waiter came past, we asked for some water to go with it. He came back with 1.5 glasses of water, as they'd run out, and took away the as-yet unpaid bill. We were also told the waiter would come back with more water.

We were then told there'd be a delay with our soft drinks, as they needed to buy ice. Yes, ice. So, five minutes later, they arrived.

Once the meals arrived, we were starving. They were good, not spectacularly so, but above satisfactory. (Note, I prefer the egg on my caesar salad to be warm and freshly cooked, and the one I had was neither). We then re-asked for more water.

When we went to pay, they didn't ask, "How was everything?". So, we didn't really get a chance to provide an opinion on our experience.

Approximate cost: $19

This review is for Julia George Myotherapy, Thornbury VIC

verified email - 20 Oct 2011

I've had many experiences with physios over the years, and have had to keep going back for ongoing treatment. Julia George is much better than all these people. The unique method of Myotherapy (look on wikipedia for more detailed info) has really helped me improve my overall wellbeing by not only treating, but FIXING my pain. The words 'miracle worker' are often bandied arounf all too often, but in this case, they're worthy!

Approximate cost: $50-60

This review is for Hewlett-Packard Gym, Blackburn VIC

verified email - 20 Oct 2011

Great gym to go to during lunchtime or after work, always well looked after by the staff. Very small, but a great atmosphere.

This review is for Monash Sport, Caulfield VIC

verified email - 20 Oct 2011

When I attended this gym, I always had a great experience. What it lacks in size, it more-than makes up for in service. Being a bit smaller gives a more personal aspect to the facility.