I have been to this salon 3 times for cut and colour. First 2 times were fine - expensive but I was happy with the cut (after having had some bad experiences beforehand) so endured the cost. The 3rd and last time made me so annoyed I've not been back. I was left in the hands of a high school work experience student for the colour rinse. The whole cut, colour and dry service took in excess of 2.5 hours - at least 30 minutes of this was with the student who was so busy questioning me about my life (including how old I was and how much money i made!) that she failed to rinse the colour from underneath. She realised this when she was towel drying my hair and had to rinse again. During this whole process there was not a hairdresser in sight to supervise - I could hear them out the back joking around the whole time. I was the only customer. The student was pleasant enough, but she needed supervision to show her how to do it properly. My hair still reeked of hair dye when I left - I'm sure there was still heaps in my hair and on my scalp. And no discount was offered... Still paid full price of over $200! In my view, that price should represent the epitomy of service by an experienced hairdresser. As soon as a work experience student steps in, i want a hefty discount! An apprentice doesn't bother me, but a high school kid does! That was the straw that broke the camels back and there is no way I will be going back - even if the service was free!

Approximate cost: $250

Any customer of the Nook will be impressed upon entry - they have done a wonderful job in creating ambience. The service is so-so. Given the restaurant prices however, I would expect restaurant service. The attitude is more like a casual cafe but if I'm paying $20 to $30 for a weekday lunch in the burbs, I would expect better. That's my main gripe - if you only want a weekday tasty snack with friends, then this place is not really for you. Prices are comparable to quality inner-City restaurants and the menu only really offers full meals... No sandwiches, paninis, filos, quiches etc like you would find in most cafes. If you're prepared for that, then this place is probably as good as it gets for a restaurant in the western suburbs.

Approximate cost: $25

Ok - so I'm a bakery fanatic! Love my cakes and pastries and Lee's Bakery is one of the best. They are always open and there product is always fresh and of high quality. The best part is that they are great value. Everybody that I've introduced Lee's to has been impressed. It is not a snobby cafe patisserie ... They just do the old favourites really well. Favourites are the fruit twist buns - not dried fruit but delicious sticky fruits such as apple, apricot and blueberry with custard and a sweet glaze. Also, the vanilla slice is great - always the litmus test in my view.

Approximate cost: $6

Have been here a few times and have not been disappointed. Highlights are the service (the odd bit of bacon appears for my puppy!), it is one of the few dog friendly cafes around, the coffee is beautiful and there is heaps of space for large monster truck prams! Wish they didn't close at midday on a Saturday though! And would be great if there was more variety in food, cakes etc.

Approximate cost: $10

Love this place! The service is always outstanding - quick and so very friendly even when it is busy. The coffee is great and the food is always fresh. I love the scones with jam and cream - they are consistently the best that I've had and a excellent value for money.

Approximate cost: $10

Ordered a wall package with very clear instructions on rotation of prints. Was obvious from the photos anyway! After 4 weeks, received prints and they have been done totally wrong - heads are half cut off! Unacceptable... And I had specifically asked that they contact me with any questions. Disappointed to see that they emailed proofs to other reviewers. I didn't get that chance! Have requested replacement or refund - will see how we go given that (as other reviewers have noted) the product comes from China. There is no phone number on the website either - at this stage it all sounds dodgy. If I'm pleasantly surprised at the outcome, I'll post an update.

Approximate cost: $120