Let's say "Jesus Pharmacy" as you would note while coming in. I always shopped here only when I desperately need some medication as I live and work nearby. However, it is a small pharmacy with no large range of supplies and pricey too.

As you cannot oversee Jesus pictures or quotes from Bible on shelfs, counter and on shop display, you would think what the great pricing they may offer. No, and once more no...definitely not Jesus pricing friendly. Serving staff is friendly though. You would not see many people in the shop (as a matter of fact I was always the only one shopping there at the time) as a result a shop assistant would be monitoring closely what you are seeking for.

It is just a pharmacy...you come in, grab what you need and get out. Nothing special apart from finding a quote from Bible on a piece of paper in your shopping bag.

Given my experience with dinning out, I review Sizzler in Toowong 3.5 stars in overall. It was my first time at Sizzler when I tasted salad bar. Considering the cost of $25 per a person for limited entrees, a good variety of salads and limited deserts, you get what you sort of expect. I must admit, I liked waitering staff in Sizzler Toowong as they did a great job since we entered till we left.

I cannot lie about my disappointment with meat in salads...chicken salad contained chicken mince - tiny bits of chicken all over it which I would not be ashamed of calling chicken salad if I was a cook. On the other side, you could see prawns in prawn salad. I obviously did not taste the entire range of salads and dishes, however, what I tasted was nice otherwise...apart from steamed broccoli that was so lightly steamed that was enriched with fresh green colour but was very hard (too crunchy). I could not help myself not having spinach salad which turned up to be very different from what I have known. It contained fresh spinach, dried cranberries, shredded almonds and some more likely sweet dressing. For the dressing your taste buts were deceived so I missed the taste of raw spinach. [it might have been just me as I enjoy fresh spinach on its own very much too and am very perceptive about its nutty flavour].

I tasted their soft ice-cream but did not like it much. It was like Homebrand ice-cream from Woollies or Coles pushed through a tube. I did like apple crumble that I had not had for ages and love it.

And as you do, I overate! :(

I think I can imagine myself going back there but very rarely. I prefer to enjoy nicer meal and not tend to eat over the top as I do in buffet.

Approximate cost: $25-35

I would have thought of dinning in Bravo Bistro, if I had not come across a special deal - voucher for 2 people (mains & deserts & glasses of wine). I was absolutely impressed by quality of service and food.
My dish presented seared snapper and king prawn risotto. As I am a huge fan of mushrooms, I could not resist to mushroom sauce containing also green peppercorn & béarnaise. Although I have not had risotto for ages, I loved the combination of seafood and creamy rice. Mushroom sauce was seriously the best mushroom sauce I have ever had...rich in mushroom taste! Divine!

My accompany had slow roasted pork belly on sautéed red cabbage with toasted walnuts and greens on side. I did not taste pork as I don't eat it, however, my friend loved it. Bed of cabbage was however outstanding for its sweet and nutty flavour.

For desserts we had crème brûlée and vanilla bean panna cotta with strawberry salad. Both deserts were very well done. I loved my panna cotta served also with a toasted marshmallow.

Waitress with lovely American accent served us whole evening. She was very professional and had a nice smile. I also asked a barman when we came in where our reserved table was. He directed me to waitress very politely too.

I regret the special deal is over and I cannot purchase any more vouchers as I would love to take another of my friends there...will have to pay regular prices and support their business as every other customer ;-)

I would like to say I came back there on Tuesday evening not knowing of their Tuesday deals - order 2 mains for price of 1 if you purchase 2 mock-tail / spirit drinks. My friend had the exact meal that I had first time. Main meal looked exact the same but mushroom sauce was not as thick and mushroomy. I had tasmanian salmon with spinach which was absolutely beautiful! I already knew one waitress who provided her service to me this evening again. She was as lovely as the other night. When we wanted to order wines, another waitresses with Spanish accent assisted us...another very nice staff. What can I say - apart from learning they may have a number of cooks who make mushroom sauce always tasty but different, they always provide amazing service.

Approximate cost: $15-30

I introduced yum cha to my friend by taking her in here. As she never had yum cha before, I wanted her to experience fine dinning style, not a-fast-food kind. I ensure you this restaurant is the right place to go to then.

We were welcomed by a young waiter who walked towards doors to open for us. Once we entered, a old waiter pointed at a prepared table for two and asked if we were happy with it. We nodded our approval and got ourselves seated by the young waiter. He followed us to the table, pulled away a chair for me and placed fabric serviettes on our laps. At that time we assumed he was our waiter for the evening. He politely offered something to drink...I said I was happy with a glass of tap water, in comparison my friend ordered a glass of wine for herself. Then he asked me again what I wanted to drink (so I repeat myself). We were left to look into menu. When he came back few minutes later, he asked whether we were ready to order. "Sorry, not yet...could you give us a bit more time?" He walked out but came back within five minutes. We were still looking at the menu and discussed what dishes we would be sharing. It was obvious we still did not make final decisions. We had to ask for more time again (!) A few minutes later the old waiter came along and asked us the same question. Luckily, we were ready to order...five entrees to share. Once we placed the order, our too-lovely-young waiter came to question us what we wanted to order (!)
Finally we were left alone to have a girlie talk...until the older waiter showed up about five ten minutes later and asked about a number of entrees we had ordered. In my opinion, if he had written it down at first place and hadn't attempted to impress us with his memory, he'd done better. So he walked out and luckily no one else bothered us with ordering ever again.

I guess we should have noted to them to bring the dishes one by one or deliver some dishes later. They served everything at once. It was not a big deal though.

I personally loved steamed dumplings with fresh and soft seafood and calamari that were also very fresh. Satay chicken was also nice. All of the dishes we had were flawless, absolutely brilliant. I think we chose one of the little dishes considered healthy choices. Angel Cove Sauvignon Blanc went very well with all entrees we had.

When they took away the last dish, each of us was given a fortune cookie. Interestingly enough they did not ask us if we wanted any dessert or coffee. I found the fortune cookies like a hint to pay the bill. So I did. I paid to old waiter who stood behind the counter. I said it complimented their great food and thanked him for service. He commented it by words "yes, we are the best". [O-ou...I would love to have his confidence...no, their are not that great!!!] I believe he must have been a manager or owner having so much confidence. He was alright to deal with until he approached a subject that I can get very offended by. He did not forget to ask me a question that I am asked by fools on daily basis..."Do you play netball?" I so wanted to dunk his comment if he plays mini-golf but I held myself back. His English was pretty bad to have any conversation on that topic so my response was very simple. We both agreed the waitering staff was quite odd in some instances. They could have done better if they were not constantly in our faces and forgot some offensive comments. What is more the old waiter entered into my friend's personal zone with no need (!) I noticed it too and wondered what that was about (!)

I can see myself going back there sometime again to try different dishes...but would be a bit more conscious of waitering staff.

Approximate cost: $15-23

I took my partner for dinner to Stones Restaurant. I wouldn't have thought of going there if I hadn't noticed a special on deals website. It included entree and mains for two people...plus it sound promising for new experience of cooking your meat portion on hot stone.
They reserved an indoor table for just two of us. Lady at the front was very apologetic that she hadn't noticed me earlier (at the time she was billing a guest who was leaving me) which was very nice. When we were seated, we were explained what dishes the special deal included...choice from garlic bread or field mushroom tapas was pretty clear. Then they were offering chicken breast, steak with prawns or barramundi that you would be grilling on hot stone placed in front of you...served with a portion of garden salad and chips.

It was very interesting experience for the special price (54% discount) definitely worthwhile. When I checked the regular menu prices, my jaw dropped so it hit the bench. They are even higher than what restaurants in pretentious location of James Street charge. When you put in the consideration you get a raw piece of meat to cook yourself and a small portion of salad & chips, this dinning experience is simply overpriced.

Service was absolutely brilliant, though. Waitresses were very polite, smiling, apologetic and helpful while we were grilling meats...yet, how much more are you willing to pay for excellent service and sort of average food(?)

On our way out of the restaurant, one of their waitress said they would have liked to see us again. Well, they would see us again if their prices were more down to earth. I do not think we will be ever going back there. I would recommend them for a different dinning, however, it was not that great for full pricing...

Approximate cost: $25-45

Thinking of having a lunch date with my friend at Fringebar since my colleagues had lunches delivered from them on Fridays. I suggested to one of my friend to meet him there on Thursday. We turned up without reservation. A waitress working on that day, was pouring beer to one customer when we asked about a table. She said she would've seated us shortly. We waited for a few minutes until new customers were coming in and lining up behind us. The waitress was gone so we decided to go somewhere else. My first impression was not that great :(

I still did not give up on checking them out though. So I arranged a lunch date with other friend. We turned up with reservation I'd made a day before. We arrived at 12pm as the other day. Surprisingly enough, the bar was nearly empty. Thus, we were directed to take any table we wished...Orders need to be made and paid right away at the bar. I decided for chicken parmigiana (originally with fries and salad) and my accompany ordered salmon penne. They accommodated my request of serving me with double-size salad instead of fries.

A young man from kitchen brought our meals in about 10 minutes which was great timing. The presentation of "waitering staff" from kitchen was not very impressive as his black clothing was a bit dirty...hopefully just from food.

Considering price and service you get here, they match. As you can have filling lunch from only $10 up to $15 in the house, you cannot expect outstanding food and service. It is basically average...you get, what you pay for. Definitely nothing fancy but can see myself going back there sometime again.

Approximate cost: $10-15

I have been seeing one particular masseuse who provides me deep tissue massage with the right pressure I require. She always asks me what area I want to get her focus on, she leaves the room so I can take clothes off and get ready. She would give me her full attention for the entire time I am paying her (always 1hour). I have never had any issue with bookings. They would always return my calls if they miss mine. My masseuse was running late once when traffic was heavy...but she still spent the entire hour on me.

I come back here even though I have moved further away.

Approximate cost: $80

I have already visited this chiropractic clinic with my upper-back problems a couple of times. I can truly say, I am happy with the chiropractor's service enough to remain being her client. It is a bit hard to review their business as I do not have any other chiropractic experience. Yet, I admit, I was impressed by the first session. The chiropractor is fragile looking lady who I had thought would struggle to straighten my back...however, she absolutely amazed me. She even explained what my issue was and how it was caused. Yet, I assume that is what chiropractors are meant to do anyway. The chiropractor is very easy to talk to. I recommended her to my partner who had seen some a chiropractor before. We agreed she was absolutely brilliant in diagnose of our issues....she ran her finger over our spines and figured out very soon.

Receptionist is alright to deal with but not the most pleasant one I have ever met.

If I was recommended great and a cheaper chiropractor, I can imagine myself going to the competition...but I am happy otherwise (otherwise I would not be recommending her to my partner at the first place :-))

Approximate cost: $75-60

I have been going to the Czechoslovakian Club occasionally for a few years now. I was very excited when I learnt about the place where immigrants of Czechoslovakia get together. They organise regularly Friday dinners starting at 6pm. Dinner includes a bowl of soup, main meal, dessert and a cup of coffee or tea. They serve proper Czech dishes...homemade and very well made. They also organise Sunday lunches for special occasions eg. Easter, celebration of important dates in Czech history etc. For these days, they also organise a music band signing folk music, Czech country etc.
You do not have to be Czech to be able to visit or become a member of the Club.

People working in the Club are mainly volunteers and incredibly welcoming. They sell Czech beer and some most popular spirits.

If you'd like to try something new, check this out!!!...you will be very impressed :)

Approximate cost: $15

I contacted the clinic when they opened up for business and released a special for laser treatment of underarms and Brazilian. I was interested in certain areas but based on a chat with one of their consultants who tried underarm treatment as well, I was tempted to go for it. On my first visit, I purchased a four packs of treatments where three were for deducted price.

Although laser hair removal treatment is not one of the most enjoyable beauty treatments, I enjoy visiting the clinic. My consultant is a very nice and friendly young lady who makes me feel comfortable even though I stand nearly naked in her company for my treatments. All other ladies I have talked to, either on phone or in person, are very lovely professionals. As long as I need to, and live in Brisbane, I will be coming back here :)