Reviews by PancakesandChocolate

This review is for Emporium 7 Cafe, Mount Waverley VIC

verified email - 25 Nov 2014

This cafe is handy for me as it's close to work! The staff are lovely and always happy. My hot chocolates and mochas are nice but I wouldn't say amazing. I enjoy the ham, cheese and tomato croissants and on occasion I'll have a pasta or chicken wrap which are very yummy. I love the way they have decorated and fitted it out, they have made the most of a small area and it's always busy for lunch.

Approximate cost: $10

This review is for Sam's Fruit Shop, Mount Waverley VIC

verified email - 25 Nov 2014

Sam's Fruit World is the only green grocer I will visit for my fruit and vegetables. Everything is so fresh, I have never had a bad piece of fruit or vegetable from here. An older gentleman takes his time placing all the produce so it just looks right and the size and shape of the produce is "real" not like other supermarkets. I like the fact that you can get smaller pieces of fruit and veg if you're just cooking for one or two people. The staff are so lovely and helpful and always offer to carry your bags or box to the car. I look forward to going there each week.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Crave, Boronia VIC

verified email - 21 Nov 2014

Formally known as 'Stallions Italian Restaurant' Crave has been revamped and inside reminds me of an Austin Powers movie, the lights and paint are so colourful and it looks like you're going to eat in a 70's restaurant, perhaps a bit too colourful. We had the lemon tart and cheesecake to take home which was delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for Lucy May's Cafe, Korumburra VIC

verified email - 20 Nov 2014

What a lovely little cafe/restaurant in Korumburra. We had a beautiful hot chocolate and latte on the way to Wilson's Prom and if we hadn't had breakfast, I would have loved to have tried what they had on offer. They were busy with people getting takeaway breakfast. There's a landscaped garden outdoor seating area which we took advantage of in the late morning sun. Colours of pink and green set the tone for this happy cafe. I'm looking forward to trying more off the menu next time.

Approximate cost: $10

This review is for The Maj Cafe Bar, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 20 Nov 2014

When we went to see Les Miserables, it was 1.30pm and we were feeling a bit peckish. W got the lemon friand and a few drinks. Although very busy, the service was outstanding, they never seemed stressed and were extremely professional. A lovely cafe with seating also outside and caricatures of famous entertainers adorn the walls. The perfect place to look glamorous and hang out before a show!

Approximate cost: $8

This review is for Mrs Parmas, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 20 Nov 2014

We decided to try this restaurant after going to the theatre and didn't have a booking, lucky for us they were able to give us a table at 5pm as the next reservation was for 6.30pm.
They specialise in Chicken snitzels and there's about 15 varieties/toppings to choose from. I had the pumpkin and goats cheese and it was devine. They all come with a side of chips and salad. The wine, beer, cider, ale list is huge. For old time sake I had Jamieson Brewery Raspberry beer, delicious!
The eating area is small so I would recommend booking.

Approximate cost: $25

This review is for Mountain Gate Chinese Restaurant, Ferntree Gully VIC

verified email - 14 Sep 2014

Mt. Gate Chinese restaurant is the only Chinese restaurant I would go to in the area. The food is consistently nice especially the lemon chicken and spring rolls. The service is quick and it's a lovely family run business. They also offer a home delivery service for a small fee.

Approximate cost: $12

This review is for Sunny Palace, Knoxfield VIC

verified email - 14 Sep 2014

Do yourself a favour and taste the best Malaysian food in the area. What a lovely family run business. Although a small restaurant, they still manage to serve customers for lunch and dinner. I would recommend the Mee Goreng and beef with vegetables. The service is quick and friendly and we thoroughly enjoy our takeaway from here.

Approximate cost: $13

This review is for Piggery Cafe, Sherbrooke VIC

verified email - 14 Sep 2014

Wow, what a find! A cafe and bakery all in one. We visited for breakfast and enjoyed the scrambled eggs on sourdough and the avocado, goats cheese and sourdough. We also purchased a loaf of sourdough to enjoy for the rest of the day. I would have no hesitation in recommending this place to others. There are amazing things to come for this site including a steakhouse, microbrewery, chicken run and even lawn bowls and croquet on the lawn! I would recommend getting there nice and early around 9am when it opens on the weekends as the swarms of customers will be right behind you.

Approximate cost: $12

This review is for Centonove Restaurant, Kew VIC

verified email - 31 Aug 2014

My girlfriend and I went here for dinner after a recommendation and it was amazing! It sets the benchmark for Melbourne fine dining.
Excellent food, excellent service, excellent staff, excellent wine selection with informed waiters and an excellent atmosphere.
The food was to die for..we had an entree to share and a main and I wish I could have fitted in dessert.
It has quite a romantic feel so would definitely return with my husband for a special occasion. I can't stop thinking about my main course of gnocchi, perfect velvet pillows!

Approximate cost: $30