Reviews by jackid1

This review is for The Old Fire Station Cafe Gallery, Preston VIC

verified email - 24 May 2011

Coffee has always been fairly good, so that and their good location is what keeps them afloat, I suspect. I've experienced rotten lettuce, unimpressive food, employees smoking just outside the courtyard doorway and general indifference from the staff. This generally means it's a place I'd not recommend. Other comments on this page are fairly accurate in my mind. I am sad to give such a review for a potentially fantastic local cafe.

Approximate cost: $14

This review is for Baby Beehinds, Garbutt QLD

verified email - 24 May 2011

I have found that every style of nappy that I have purchased from BBH since 2009 has performed really really well. My first child has often had a tendancy (still) to produce sloppy no. 2s and I still hardly every have to deal with leaks into the rest of her clothing! I have recently tried the new Night nappy RRP$30 and am pleased with both the fit and the absorbency - keeping my gal's bum a little more comfy through the night.
They are very popular as new and second hand nappies (I use some second hand as well) and they wear extremely well. Their wetbags are excellent quality also, tough fabric, no stink and built with a strong zipper - made to contain 6 to 8 soiled nappies - certainly large enough for a day out.
Turn them in side out for drying and pop them out on the clothes line, over a heating vent or in a warm room to dry. Some say they take a long time to dry, but I manage fairly well here in Melbourne winters.

Approximate cost: $20-$30 per nappy

This review is for The Pinnacle, Fitzroy North VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

It's a pub. Good ambiance, cheeky decor and damn nice food (esp when it's discount Mondays). Secluded beer garden, pool table and no pokies (YAY). I'd go back again and again.

Approximate cost: $13.00

This review is for Tandoori Times, Fitzroy VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

Always friendly and welcoming service. Food is excellent - loved their saag dish - and we always cross town for it!

Approximate cost: $14.00

This review is for Himalayas Indian Restaurant, Fairfield VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

Quite a pleasant dining experience and good quality. Takeaway available also. Prices are much more reasonable on takeaway menu. Close to the train line.

Approximate cost: $15.00

This review is for Sambal Kampung, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

Good fun. Waiter gives the table a docket and they write down their order with/with out modifications. Wacky ice beans drinks and really nice crispy chicken.

Approximate cost: $8.50

This review is for Pho Hung, Preston VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

A great place to duck in for a quick cheap and tasty meal. It is busy with many locals and a nice alternative to heading in to Richmond for similar quality.

Approximate cost: $9.50

This review is for The Kitschen Pantry, Thornbury VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

A lovely local hangout, The Kitchen Pantry stocks a range of locally sources grocery items as well as a delicious menu compiled of local produce and really nice coffee. The staff will often engage customer in conversation about the produce and explain reasons for sourcing it. Gluten free items are almost everywhere on the menu (not as an option, but there for all) and their pancakes are great. Breakfasts and lunches on offer all day. Closed Tuesdays.

Approximate cost: $14.00

This review is for Pizza Farro, Thornbury VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

Man this place is busy! Book if you want a seat on a weekend night. Their kitchen sink dessert pizza (Corona Crumble) is insane and very very nice. Gluten Free pizzas are their specialty.

Approximate cost: $~$18.00

This review is for Matsuya Japanese Restaurant, Fairfield VIC

verified email - 11 Oct 2010

Because I am used to eating at really good quality but cheap-and-cheerful Japanese restaurants, I sort of got what I expected when I ate at Matsuya. Their prices are much higher than what I am used to paying but their food was great as was their service. I recall it being rather noisy inside and the ambiance being a little more geared towards families - not that there is anything wrong with that...

Approximate cost: $~$18.00