Reviews by carlam

This review is for Ginos Restaurant, Hamilton QLD

verified email - 18 Nov 2013

An all time favourite but I haven't been here in years. Took several friends for dinner last night and although the service was a little slow our meals came quickly and we all went home with a doggy bag. The quality of the food has not changed and is as good as i remember, love the ravioli with cream, mushrooms and ham. The simple family run restaurant is a great value venue with a huge selection of dishes that will please every palate.

Approximate cost: $25.00

This review is for Geeks2u, Brisbane QLD

verified email - 18 Nov 2013

Cannot say enough great things about these guys. The phone receptionist was friendly, helpful, informative and had no problem answering all my questions and explaining the whole process. She set up an appointment straight away, was happy to change it last minute when I got delayed at work, and arranged for prepaid credit cover the bill after Chris has attended my home. He too was patient, friendly, and did not make me feel like my normal computer illiterate self. He fixed all three computers in 1.5hrs and happily showed me ways of fixing problems myself. I will definitely be calling these guys every year to service and debug my tech.

Approximate cost: $220.00

This review is for Sushi Train, Chermside QLD

verified email - 05 Nov 2013

Have not had a chance to visit one of my favourite sushi trains in a long time and the quality of food just gets better and better. Welcomed and led to a seat straight away, offered a beverage and the waiter waited patiently whilst I selected items from the menu which weren't already travelling around on the train. The three dishes that I ordered were brought to me within a matter of minutes and clearly freshly made. The staff are always smiling no matter how busy or how rude the customer, (I refer to two young ladies next to me who were rather demanding and uppity and could clearly benefit from a lesson or two on how to respect restaurant staff). Having worked in the catering and service industry I have great respect for the hard work and polite responses of the staff and despite their long hours they were all a pleasure to encounter. Love the special little gifts that you can earn reward points for. I guess I will be going a little more often until I get my bobbing head sushi chef.

Approximate cost: $17.00

This review is for Australia Post, Chermside QLD

verified email - 05 Nov 2013

Wow, cannot say enough good things about the wonderful service I received at the post office at Westfield Chermside this morning. They have a new parcel post system which allows you to weigh and price up your parcel without having to wait in line. As I am quite technologically challenged I was put straight at ease by the very friendly and helpful assistant who walked me through the process, offered solutions to packaging up my parcel to save using an extra packet, and in turn saved me money. The whole transaction took less than five minutes and she still managed to help another three or four customers whilst dealing with me and everyone left with a smile. Service with a smile makes an ordinary chore a pleasure.

Approximate cost: $12.00

This review is for Li's Massage, Nundah QLD

verified email - 03 Nov 2013

Suffering a lot of pain from a neck injury I was desperate for a massage but couldn't get in at my normal venue. Took a chance and went into Li's to see if they could fit me in. I had a twenty minute wait so was able to run another errand and come back and saw some very relaxed and happy people leaving the store. I was taken to a curtained room with soft music and relaxing incense and enjoyed almost an hour of deep tissue massage which left me feeling so much better. I will definitely be going here again.

Approximate cost: $40

This review is for Vagellis, Ascot QLD

verified email - 03 Nov 2013

We recently booked three large tables as a farewell lunch for a retiring colleague. They were totally organised, sent out menus so we could pre-order, were happy for us to order and pay for our own drinks and the meals came for all thirty of us within about fifteen minutes. I had an amazing caesar salad with garlic prawns and enjoyed listening to all the positive comments from the table as they enjoyed their meals. The rest of the restaurant was full of lunchtime diners but we still managed to have the speeches and presentations without disrupting our party and the other guests. Hope to get back there again one day for a weekend breakfast.

Approximate cost: $25

This review is for Wok On Inn, Ascot QLD

verified email - 03 Nov 2013

Have been visiting this cafe for sixteen years and the service and quality have never been lost. As a ritual my best friend and I go here every time she comes to Brisbane and they still remember her and are so welcoming. We still order our same favourites and the meals are always fresh and tasty and noone goes home hungry.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Caffe And Gelato Milany, Ascot QLD

verified email - 03 Nov 2013

A perfect end to a great evening out with friends visiting from interstate. So many wonderful flavours to choose from, even for those of us trying to diet, and one of these days I intend to try a huge banana sundae with all the trimmings.

Approximate cost: $8.00

This review is for Bamboo Basket, Hamilton QLD

verified email - 03 Nov 2013

This business only opened a week ago at Portside and I have yet to enjoy their amazing range of chinese delicacies from both a full dining menu and a yumcha selection. However, I couldn't find their contact details online so rang the original cafe at Southbank. The very polite and helpful man who answered the phone admitted that he did not know but would find out and ring me back. And he was true to his word, ten minutes later, a phonecall back with all the details, and he even wished me a pleasant meal. Now that is great customer service, which just means that I will be happy to visit both venues for Bamboo Basket.

Approximate cost: $15-30

This review is for Fresh And Wild Fish, Hamilton QLD

verified email - 03 Nov 2013

Haven't been here in ages but the service and the quality of the food just keeps getting better and better. We needed an early dinner and had a craving for fish and chips, my friend had the seafood basket and couldn't finish it, I had a delicious salmon with dill and lemon, cooked exactly as I like it. Couldn't have asked for a better meal. Looking forward to another visit soon.

Approximate cost: $35.00