Reviews by lovetoeatg

This review is for Kallista Tea Rooms, Mount Dandenong VIC

verified email - 24 Jul 2011

What a fantastic meal the whole family had. Recently these guys have changed their menu and they have obviously thought about it. The Beef Ragout and parsnip mash was a real winner and for something a little different was the platter, pumpkin frittata, pesto arancini, buckwheat and vegetable tabouli, with a smoked salmon and goats cheese tartlette. For someone like me who loves their meat this was something I would certainly have again, and again and.....

Approximate cost: $17

This review is for Wonthaggi Workmens Club, Wonthaggi VIC

verified email - 14 Jan 2011

Was hoping for a far better experience from this venue as they celebrate 100 years. A great entry for all, detailing the history and specifically the coal mine. As for the food, the waitresses as well as cooking staff seemed to spend more time trying to sort out problems than look after customers. Meals came out at different times, some of them they even forgot! Even after a complaint there was no sorry from management. Kid's game/gift dispensing machines didn't work and yet they kept turning the machine on for more money. On a positive note the drinks were good!!

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for The San Remo Hotel, San Remo VIC

verified email - 03 Jan 2011

Another great find. Very busy with something for the whole family. Portion sizes were large and apart from the burnt (I'm sure is was an accident) vegetables the plates were all cleaned. Staff were efficient and it was certainly busy. Whitebait with chips and salad, very crunchy and the Asian Beef Salad filling and lasting. Slurpees for the kids what a great idea.

Approximate cost: $24

This review is for Nude Food, San Remo VIC

verified email - 03 Jan 2011

Had a very disappointing meal at 'Nude Food' during the festive season. It was no doubt one of the busiest times of the year but that is really no excuse for not having prime ingredients in the middle of the week for a 10am breakfast. Most of the juices contained 'pineapple' sorry no pineapple! Staff were unhappy and overworked, and the food was sloppy, 'big breaky' and 'simplicity''s bread soggy! Meals came at different times and tables were left uncleared for our entire meal. Good luck guys, you need it.

Approximate cost: $13

This review is for Kallista Tea Rooms, Mount Dandenong VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2010

Love this place, so much so I have made it a 'weekly'. Either on my own (the guys are quite happy to bring me my lindt hot chocolate every couple of hours whilst I work) or with friends to share a relaxed and enjoyable lunch. Breakfast's have carried me through the day, either the breakfast baguette with a delicious relish or the asparagus with citrus butter and whatever I want to add. The dips are to die for the best hommus I've ever had! Their lunches cater to all, your meat lovers (lamb strapback's juicy and plentiful with creamy potatoe salad's my fav), your vegies and the chicken baguette with aoli (that one took me into dinner to finish) yum, yum. My kids love it, as they can sit and read or play with the games available. Really impressed with this one guys, you're doing a great job.

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for Shiraaz Indian Restaurant, Upper Ferntree Gully VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2010

Best Indian around. Only problem it's a little small. Hint hint guys. Food is always great, and if you want hot you get hot! Can get busy, however takeaway is just as good.

Approximate cost: $18

This review is for Tamarind Thai, Upwey VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2010

A good Thai place to visit. Eating in is better than takeaway, as takeaway seems very soggy! Tom Yum is a must. Atmosphere is authentic as are most of the staff. Sometimes is can be a little loud, just goes to show how busy they get.

Approximate cost: $14

This review is for Pearl Garden Chinese Restaurant, Upwey VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2010

Time and time again this one performs. Its history in the area is a good testament. Portion sizes are generous, quality is fantastic (MSG free). The kids are welcomed love it.

Approximate cost: $14

This review is for La Provincia, Corinella VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2010

These guys know what they're doing. So much so they are expanding and attached to the Corinella Estate winery. The breakfasts are huge! Veal steak sandwich with relish a real winner as was the BIG Breakfast. Very difficult to walk past the Italian cakes, breads and fresh produce on the way out. Open Sat, Sun and Mon only. More days of fine food please guys.

Approximate cost: $16

This review is for Zagame's, Boronia VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2010

Only place around that the kids love to visit. We were there for a kids birthday party. Great variety of meals, something for everyone, all at a great price. Keep reinventing yourself and I'll keep coming.

Approximate cost: $25