Reviews by Cassam

This review is for Royal Time Indian & Nepalese Restaurant, Lilydale VIC

verified email - 21 Nov 2016

Delicious food, combined with amazing customer service. They have a huge selection of items, all freshly made and generously portioned. Authentic indian cuisine, done at its finest! You will not regret coming here or either eat in or take away.

This review is for Minotaur, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 08 Jul 2015

They have such a huge variety of products to suit pretty much all geeks tastes, its really impressive. They have comics, posters, games, manga, movies, anime, art, collectibles... and the list goes on.

The only draw backs of the place are the prices, they can be a little expensive depending on what you're looking to buy. Also the customer service is a little hit-and-miss, especially if they are busy and honestly I wouldn't bother trying to call to speak to someone.

Otherwise, this place is great and still well worth a look if you're around the city.

This review is for Mind Games, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 08 Jul 2015

If you need anything to do with board games, miniatures or card games in Melbourne, Mind Games is should be your first stop. They have a massive selection of games for all genres as well as accessory needs - dice, figurines, gaming mats, etc:

The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful, either over the phone or in person. They store can feel a little cluttered sometimes but that is because they have such a big selection in such a small space.

I always enjoy going to Mind Games to find something new or when I am looking for something specific. Great service, great products, reasonable prices.

This review is for Asta's Tandoor Indian Restaurant, Croydon VIC

verified email - 08 Jul 2015

The food at Asta's is simply delicious, the butter chicken is a winner! The atmosphere is comfortable and the food is always fresh, with good portion sizes at very reasonable prices.

Occasionally we have misquoted a price over the phone with a takeaway order but generally the staff are friendly, helpful and make you want to keep returning.

If you are looking for a good Indian meal in Croydon, go no further then here.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for Warran Glen Nursery, Warrandyte VIC

verified email - 02 Mar 2015

My family went here to celebrate my sister's birthday. We rang ahead to book a table and thankfully we did as it was super busy even for a lunchtime on Tuesday. It's not surprising however as this cafe is simply lovely. The grounds are stunning, the views from the balcony down to the lake are delightful and the food is delicious. I had the Chicken Focaccia and it was very filling and yummy. The rest of the party were all equally happy with their meals and quality of the food impressed all. It was on the more expensive side but the quality and taste make this place a great special occasion place. The coffee was also smooth and rich. The staff were friendly and professional. We all agreed we'd definitely would return despite the crowds.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for East Ridge Platinum Cafe & Restaurant, Chirnside Park VIC

verified email - 08 Jan 2015

I went to Platinum to celebrate with family when I got engaged and no one at the table was disappointed with any part of the experience.

The food might be more expensive than other restaurants around but the quality is worth it. I had a twice cooked pork belly for an entree and chicken breast in bacon with spinach & feta, pan fried gnocchi with assorted greens as a main. The food was splendidly made and the quality top notch, my only complaint was it was a slightly small portion and I was left wanting for a nibble more.

The staff were all professional, attentive and very friendly. We had 5 children with us aged between 6 - 13 and the staff went to an extra effort to make sure they has something nice to eat that suited their less sophisticated palates.

I would recommend this place to anyone who perhaps is celebrating a special occasion or simply wants to treat themselves.

Approximate cost: $32

This review is for Scentsational Flowers, Croydon North VIC

verified email - 05 Jan 2015

I went to Kylie for my wedding floral arrangement needs. I had only a vague notion of what I wanted my arrangements to look like when I went to our first meeting with her for an obligation free quote. Kylie was fantastic - she was professional, friendly and very helpful. She listened to what I wanted and showed me a variety of bouquets she'd done before in a similar style to help me decide what was best for my needs.
She suggested to make my bouquet stand out from my bridesmaids that I highlight each with the colours of the dresses, which was purple accents for theirs and gorgeous cream roses for my own. She then coloured coordinated the ribbons and pins used to keep the arrangements together to match as well.
The pricing was very reasonable considering the stress free process, outstanding quality of the flowers and the fact she offered me a free ‘throw away' bouquet. I did not have to worry for a moment during the process, I thoroughly recommend Kylie for any floral needs.

This review is for Pretty Woman Bridalwear, Croydon VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2014

I got my wedding dress from Pretty Woman and I cannot compliment their services enough. From the moment I walked in I was impressed by the atmosphere, professionalism and quality of dresses.

Linda was amazing, she has a genuine enthusiasm for the business and has a great, experienced eye. She took one look at me and suggested a dress she thought would really suit me. As soon as I put it on I knew it was 'the one'!

She's very honest and has a great eye for detail, she doesn't rush you or pressure you for sales. I felt relaxed and happy about the whole experience. As a plus sized bride feeling a little disheartened by previous attempts to find a dress she made me feel beautiful.

From the first try to the final fitting the whole process was smooth and relaxing. The dresses are stunning in quality and they make sure they are perfect for the day, they even steamed my veil for free.

I cannot recommend these ladies enough, its no wonder they are ABIA winners many times over.

This review is for Party Hire Productions, Chirnside Park VIC

verified email - 23 Dec 2014

I used PHP for a DJ for my wedding and was blown away with their services. Truly 5 star service.

They are ABIA winners on multiple occasions and are professional, friendly and helpful. You get to consult with the DJ prior to the event on what types of music you want to hear at your event and/or make any special requests.

For a wedding prices range from $550 - $750 but this includes Pro DJ, Sound, Lighting, Effects (fog machine, bubbles, lasers, custom coloured lighting to suit event), back up systems, set up and pack up and they can even MC if needed.

MY DJ on the night was attentive, professional and when he heard my sister wedding speech saying we bonded once over a particular song made sure he played it dedicating it to us. All of my guests complimented PHP services as well.

If you'd prefer to by your own DJ you can also hire equipment from them.

I cannot recommend PHO enough, if you decide to go with them you will not be disappointed.

Approximate cost: $600

This review is for Noodle Box, Chirnside Park VIC

verified email - 18 Dec 2014

This place is great, from the atmosphere to the food and price.

The store is modern, clean and have plenty of parking available on location. The staff are all friendly, helpful and happy to help you understand the menu or customise your order to suit your particular tastes.

I normally order the Combination Noodle, small is $9.95 and regular is $13.95. The portions are very generous, the taste is lovely and you always get a generous amount of ingredients to noodle ratio. I modify the order to get thick egg noodle instead of thin and do not get charged extra. They also offer a really tasty yum cha selection and can cater for your events.

This has to be one of the best noodle shops in the area.

Approximate cost: $14