Reviews by Midori

This review is for Allcare Medical Centre, Wattle Grove NSW

verified email - 13 Aug 2012

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
It is usually so hard to find a good doctor!!
Having moved into the area it was time to find a new family doctor and with a recommendation from one of the neighbours it was off to Allcare...
I must say I am pretty fussy, especially when it comes to something as important as health and I was pleasantly surprised by our experience here...
The receptionists are always helpful on the phone when making appointments (they do not take walk-ins) although they are always pretty busy...
So far in three visits we have seen two of the practice doctors, both of whom are very competent and know their stuff with babies and kids!!
As an added bonus there are also two registered nurses available, who are lovely and again excellent with babies and children... They know that 'blue book' (mums will know all about this one) back to front and always take a little extra time to explain things to you and allay any concerns you may have...
The only draw back to Allcare is that despite making an appointment there is sometimes a wait but you do find this at most places...
There is ample parking in the large car park outside!!
And many other shops in the same complex including a chemist and Coles for your convenience..

This review is for Wally & Ossies Pizza, Campsie NSW

verified email - 13 Aug 2012

The most important thing I can tell you about Wally & Ossies pizza is that they deliver tasty, topping laden pizza still piping hot!!
That and they are open super late 2am on weekdays and 4am on weekends, which makes it the perfect place to order from at anytime of the night.
The pizzas are mouth watering with plenty of topping and lots of cheese...
The family size ranges from $20 up and is a great size to share between a few people...
Delivery service is fairly quick (often quicker than quoted) and very friendly...

Approximate cost: $Fr. $11 (Small) - $23 (large)

This review is for Ashin Sushi Train & Japanese Restaurant, Campsie NSW

verified email - 13 Aug 2012

It was several months ago that we stumbled across this lovely sushi restaurant...
Since then it has been a favourite and visited many times...
From the moment you walk through the door you are made to feel completely welcome by all staff - Each staff member greets you as you enter and you are seated almost instantly regardless of how busy they are...
In typical 'Sushi Train' style there are many dishes on the revolving 'train' but there is also an extensive menu of delicious dishes available... All of which are very reasonably priced...
Straight off the train is obviously the quickest way to grab a bite here, yet it is surprising how quickly they have any dishes ordered from the menu at your table...
The food is always lovely and fresh as well as very well flavoured...
They also do a great take away service and it is the one place that I have found that actually offers you a drink whilst you wait!! Customer Service at its very best!!
With all those positives, the stand out feature of Ashin would have to be the price, two people can leave here quite satisfied for less than $50!!
Parking is sometimes a little hard to find on the busy strip but try the large car park out the back and definitely persevere until you find that park... The dining experience is more than worth it!

Approximate cost: $Varies

This review is for Asahi Teppanyaki Japanese Restaurant, Beverly Hills NSW

verified email - 12 Aug 2012

Wow!! I'm honestly getting a rumble in my tummy just thinking about reviewing this amazing place!!
Over the past few years Asahi has been THE place to celebrate birthdays in my circle of friends, as well as many visits in between!!
The set menu is usually the way to go here, as it comes with a great show from your very own chef cooking it up before your eyes...
From the delicious little salad and the tasty miso soup that starts the meal, through the gorgeous seafood and meat it is a night out to be enjoyed...
The fun really starts when the chef begins prepping the fried rice... Firstly with the egg toss, which someone nearly always manages to wear!! And then to the cooked egg that the chef tosses that no one seems to have a big enough mouth to catch!!
It's the place you go to and hope that someone in your group doesn't eat a particular item so that you can have MORE!!
The staff are always busily running around and sometimes a little hard to catch to order a drink... but just remember a little wave is the best way to get their attention... and some things are definitely worth waiting for, especially if you like your Saki!!
Always a great night out... Tasty food... Lovely hospitality... A place to visit time and time again...
Just don't forget to book !!

Approximate cost: $50 Per Head (Including Set Menu Price & Drinks)

This review is for The Catch Up Cafe, Hammondville NSW

verified email - 12 Aug 2012

A great little cafe!! A hidden gem amongst the shops at Hammondville!!
Since moving to the area earlier this year I have visited this lovely cafe multiple times, taking along different friends each time.
Several different dishes have been sampled from the menu with favourites being the Nachos and the home made baked beans... mmm delicious!!
And speaking of decious you just have to try the mouth watering chocolate brownies with ice-cream... absolutely to die for!!
The cafe also does a speedy take-away service...
Fantastic food and staff that are really friendly and very accomodating, as the name suggests a great place to 'Catch Up'

Approximate cost: $12

This review is for Volcano's, Bankstown NSW

verified email - 08 Aug 2012

What a lovely surprise Volcano's was on the first visit...
I was expecting just another steak joint and was pleasantly surprised with the diverse menu offered by the lovely friendly staff.
My partner thoroughly enjoyed his steak and ribs combo and I absolutely devoured one of the most tasty serves of nachos I had ever eaten (being a fave dish of mine, that's quite a few!)
Drinks service was delivered with lighting speed and all of the waiters in the restaurant very attentive to the needs of their customers.
The same fantastic experience was had on many subsequent visits to Volcano's with many more dishes from the menu sampled and given a BIG tick of approval!
DELICIOUS! Highly recommend!

This review is for Bonfire Brazilian Grill, Beverly Hills NSW

verified email - 08 Aug 2012

Went there on a Saturday night, restaurant was fairly busy but no where near full.
We had a fairly large group including small children, which was stated when we booked, yet we were seated at a table right in front of the rather loud live band - which I might add were great but slightly loud with the little ones to consider.
Ordered drinks fairly soon after arriving which took ages to reach the table - the waiter took no care to place the correct drink in front of the person who ordered it - In fact he placed several beers in front of a 4 year old!
Sides were very basic compared to those that I have seen at similar styled restaurants.
Service started out reasonably well with meat coming around to the table almost too quickly.
Most of the meat was on the rare side (very bloody) which isn't something all diners would go for.
One waiter did confuse beef for lamb when serving but really no biggie.
The garlic rump seemed to have been marinated in raw garlic paste.
The majority of the meat were not quality cuts and had a lot of fat running through them.
Service really slowed down after the initial flurry after we arrived with us having to ask for more.
The famous cheese balls were no where to been seen during this service so I requested them and was told they were in the oven several times over a half hour period. When I finally spoke to the manager he did appease us with a garlic bread and had more meat brought around to us. The cheese balls arrived some time after that and were not cooked through.
Upon paying the bill did ask the manager whether they were under staffed that night and was told 'no that was the amount of staff they normally had'...
Staff were rushed and there wasn't a smile to be seen from the majority of them.
All in all for night that came up at being $55 a head VERY DISAPPOINTING!!
I cannot recommend strongly enough that you avoid this place and head to anywhere else at all!!!