Reviews by musingonlife

This review is for Giovanna Restaurant, Kingsford NSW

verified email - 05 Jul 2015

The service and atmosphere was amazing especially for Kingsford which is crowded and loud. The price is higher than the usual for the area but its goes about $20+ for a main. There's low music, staff are unobtrusive and attentive, groups are seated to be spaced out from each other, a variety of dishes available and it's really close to the UNSW / bus stop. It's also pretty much the only italian place in the area. Food's decent but not amazing.

This review is for Mamak, Haymarket NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

It's open to the piddling hours of the morning is it's a good place to go if you're out of the house at 1am. I go there for the dessert which is great.
It's almost always packed so it's noisy but it's cheap and tasty so it's worthwhile overall.

This review is for The Little Snail, Pyrmont NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

Summary: Expensive but worth it.
It's great quality food and a great place for pate and snails in Sydney. The service is good. The atmosphere and seating is great - spaced out and lighting and decoration makes it a great place for a date.
If you manage to get a groupon or something it's definitely worth buying. Even if there isn't a discount it's definitely worth going to at least once.

This review is for Jamie's Italian, Sydney NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

I went as part of a big group (8 people) and the atmosphere was very nice, there was a lot of food options but the pasta my group had were mostly undercooked or overcooked which defeats the purpose of going to Jamie's Italian.
Still, price is worth the food, atmosphere and experience.

This review is for UNSW Pavilion Vietnamese, Kensington NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

Let me preface this by saying I really do enjoy their food and drinks especially their chicken rice paper rolls and cold drinks like the freshly made lemon tea BUT their beef and chicken pho noodle soup has a LOT of gristle and fat.
I assume it's because those parts are cheaper but it's unappetising. Prices are also typical of places on campus which means it's affordable but not cheap / that worthwhile.

This review is for Jewel Of India, Unsw Sydney NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

Staff aren't that friendly.
Food isn't amazing but it's the only Indian place on campus. The taste of the food is okay. The servings aren't that big either so it can be hard to fill yourself up if you're a big eater like I am.
The prices are similar to most places on campus, meaning it's okay but not really worthwhile/cheap.

This review is for University Health Services - UNSW, Kensington NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

It's really easy to book since there's an online system and it's bulk-billed for local students. If you have an emergency e.g. broken/twisted body parts then you can cut the queue HOWEVER if you have a cold or something similar you'll probably only get to see them AFTER your illness has already naturally passed.
You usually have to book over a week or two in advance which is bad if you're sick enough to warrant a doctor but not sick enough to get to see them immediately.
I also recommend to book for EARLY in the morning because otherwise appointments run over time and you might have to wait for 30 minutes past your booking time. The health service is always packed and busy.

This review is for Guzman Y Gomez, Kensington NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

It's the only Mexican place in the area and being on campus is super convenient for us students. They sometimes have $5 burrito days which is excellent for the amount of food you get. One burrito is enough to fill you up and then some. It's very dense and compact.
When food isn't on special it can be a bit expensive for students but it's a good place to mix things up a bit every now and then. It's also not a good place to sit and eat - best to get takeaway but I do recommend people to try it at least once.

This review is for Petaling Street, Kingsford NSW

verified email - 16 Jun 2015

It's a good place to be if you enjoy spicy food - nearly everything is at least a little spicy. Unfortunately, for people who are spice intolerant like me there's very little options.
The cost is pretty cheap and suits uni students and the atmosphere can get noisy but is pretty good for big groups or families.

This review is for Shiki Japanese Restaurant, Sydney NSW

verified email - 15 Jun 2015

Pricey and my family loves it but I'm just okay with it.
The pink salt wagyu is a favourite of theirs and i think it's fun but way too salty when you're done cooking/playing with it.
The teriyaki chicken is cooked to perfection... But no one goes to a high end restaurant for teriyaki chicken and rice ($40). The place is very pricey... More a date or business meeting location than student/casual dining.
The staff are super friendly and competent. The overall atmosphere and experience is amazing but their signature pink salt wagyu is a bit overrated in my opinion.
Also, conveniently located right across the street from the Argle bar so you can watch the antics or join in after your meal.