Farmboy

#17 in Frankston North VIC

Reviews by Farmboy

This review is for Simply Spanish, South Melbourne VIC

verified email - 01 Dec 2009

One of the best affordable sea food paella on big pan for 2 people at $35 and my first time at eating tasty tapas, such as scallops.

However, it is only a very small restaurant, and just short of fine dining in terms of atmosphere. It's a good place to go in Summer. The restaurant is only available for lunch and dinner is only available on Friday and Saturday nights. Can't wait to try out other tapas cuisines there.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for New Quay International Buffet & Bar, Docklands VIC

verified email - 01 Dec 2009

One of the best serviced restaurants. The waitors are polite and appropriate timing. I guess since it's a buffet, there's not much ordering, except for drinks. Utensils are properly setup on the table for upper-class fine dining. Food wastes and used plates are timely cleared and water is timely filled without prompting.

One of the best interior atmosphere. Elegant tables, gorgeous stylish lights, table candles, most comfortable chairs ever, perfect lighting brightness, sitting area spacious, interior not to large therefore contributing to a soft atmosphere rather than a loud/noisy environment.

The food range on the buffet is marvellous but the quality is not the best. They have Oysters, Peking Ducks, Shrimps, Mussels, Sashimi, Dumplings and Brule. However the Oysters are not kept cold on ice, the Peking Duck wraps are too dry, and the Mussels are too dry. The Sashimi, Brule and Dumplings are my highlights. In my next visit, I will need to try out the Mushroom Soup, Beef Steak and Coffees.

Overall, I am disappointed with the Oysters and Peaking Ducks. However the atmosphere and service are truly satisfying, and makes it worthwhile to revisit this restaurant in the future. They have two buffet sessions, one from 6pm and the second from 8:15pm, except they are closed on Tuesdays.

Approximate cost: $50