Reviews by garlicook

This review is for Ghin Kopi, Windsor VIC

verified email - 30 May 2011

I am a real Thai food lover and have tried it in many places but this is the best I have ever had anywhere in Australia. The menu offers more than the usual average fare. I cannot fault a single item. Portions are generous and prices were very reasonable for the quality. The grilled calamari was scrumptious and you must try the ancient fish salad which ironically was very fresh and yummy. They also serve a coconut desert which is NOT FAIR!! it is a tiny little taste which leaves you wanting more (say...2 litres?). Overall i suggest you run as fast as you can to eat here before it is discovered and you have a hard time getting in.

Approximate cost: $20.00

This review is for Globe Cafe, Prahran VIC

verified email - 30 May 2011

This place has changed into a more trendy elegant restaurant from the cafe it was in the past. The atmosphere is pleasant and the service is polite. I cannot fault the food. Tasty and well presented. Prices were about average for this type of food but I must confess that it took way to long to get our entrees and then much longer to get the mains.

Approximate cost: $28.00

This review is for Campari, Port Melbourne VIC

verified email - 09 Dec 2009

Worst food experience ever in Melbourne. Went for a Birthday party, so first time there. Parking was very difficult. Hostess was cold and rude, could not figure out the name on the reservation because it was SO misspelled! We all ordered and 50 minutes later the food still did not arrive so when we asked the manager about it, he ARGUED that it was only 25 minutes. When food finally arrived after an hour, not one person was happy with their order out of the ten of us. The CHEF(???) never heard of SALT or flavour. I had a pasta dish that tasted like something from England in the 1940's: boiled till all the flavour was killed as should have the "professional COOK" been. The prices were excessive for such horrible food. Some complained that the Absolute Vodka they ordered was mixed with the sea water just outside the door. It is amazing to me that such a poorly run and apathetic business survives in this day and age. Do yourself a favour and avoid this place like the plague that it is.

Approximate cost: $30

This review is for Dom's Bistro The Pizza Specialist, Highett VIC

verified email - 29 Jul 2009

One of our favourite places to eat. We go there often and always get good food with excellent service and generous portions. Owners and staff are friendly and polite.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for Ambience House Bed And Breakfast, Merimbula NSW

verified email - 01 Oct 2008

Beautiful location and one of the cleanest and nicest B&Bs I have ever seen. Ken and Susan are warm and very willing accommodate you in any way they can. The breakfasts were terrific and they went out of their way to find your likes and dislikes and whatever allergies you may have. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and the rooms are lovely. This is a MUST place to stay when you are in or near Merimbula. I would easily rate it 5 stars.

This review is for D'Falafel Centre, Bentleigh VIC

verified email - 06 Feb 2008

This is a small friendly Israeli place with very authentic and basic food at very good prices. They have a limited menu which includes excellent and not too easy to find Shakshuka. The Falafel is on par with any you will find in Melbourne with "real" soft pitas and nice salads. The service is very friendly and they do their best to accomodate your requests. They also make fresh juices.

Approximate cost: $8-$10

This review is for Jetstar Airways, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 15 Sep 2007

Had a sick child and requested an earlier flight while we were at the airport in Queensland and were told that there are no seats on this flight and we would need a note from the doctor in Melboure which is insane. The other option was to buy all new tickets at full price and: SURPRISE! they have seats if you pay enough. They were not too pleasant about it and it felt like they just wanted us away from the counter. Next time I will pay more and use a Real airline.

This review is for Bakaloumas Fresh Fruits & Vegetable Market, Heatherton VIC

verified email - 29 Aug 2007

Located among mostly plant nurseries this is a warm and friendly Greek market with nice fresh produce, and great selection of olive oils (many imported from Greece) plus a good variety of assorted foods and snack.

This review is for Allmaz, Clarinda VIC

verified email - 29 Aug 2007

This is a wrecker that also does repairs on Mazdas and sell used parts for many older models. Prices are very reasonable and service is excellent. They are polite and professional. A pleasure to do business with.

This review is for Ripponlea Mitsubishi, St Kilda East VIC

verified email - 28 Aug 2007

I have purchased multiple cars from this dealer with no pressure and minimal headache. They were always accomodating to my needs and the prices were good. They seem honest and caring beyond most dealers. I mainly worked with Michael who made the process quick and painless.