Reviews by vct

This review is for Straits Of Malacca Melbourne, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 10 Nov 2012

Visited here as a random pick which turned out great. Their green tea milkshake and lychee milkshake are delicious and I always order one when I eat here. I usually get the Hainanese chicken rice which is very tasty at a reasonable price. Some other dishes they offer are quite big in portion sizing so the sizes do vary so make sure to ask if you're not sure or want to make sure you don't order too much. Been back several times and would definitely visit again.

Approximate cost: $10

This review is for Plume Chinese Restaurant, Maribyrnong VIC

verified email - 10 Nov 2012

Went here for yumcha growing up and recently went back with my family. I guess because it was a weekday, it was much more quiet and not as rowdy as it would have been if it was the weekend. My mother told me that the waitresses pushing the carts of food around get in trouble if they don't serve all the dishes on their cart. I suppose this is why we ended up having several dishes almost forced upon us by these waitresses. I've never actually had this happen on weekends. Although we were verbally saying no and shaking our heads and hands, the waitress still placed the dish on the table which eventually led to my mum saying yes so they would leave. I guess if you don't want unwanted dishes forced upon you, don't go on a weekday.

This review is for Hakataya Noodle Shop, Surfers Paradise QLD

verified email - 10 Nov 2012

Every time I visit the Gold Coast, I have to eat here. I love the soup base and meat. The noodles need to be eaten quickly so they don't soak up all the soup. Really cheap with great portion sizes. I'm still trying to find a place that tastes as good as this store in Melbourne.

This review is for ChangGo, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 10 Nov 2012

Been to ChangGo a few times and each time we had the 8 flavours of pork. Really tasty and great atmosphere. The seats actually open up for you to put your bags and jackets inside. The place gets really packed so definitely make sure to book ahead of time or you'll be waiting for ages. Service is good and they cook on your table for you.

This review is for Chef Lagenda, Deer Park VIC

verified email - 10 Nov 2012

Went here with my family for lunch, around 12 it was relatively quiet, but when we finished up around 1 the restaurant was starting to fill up. They have a meal deal where you pick two out of six options for meat, type of noodle, and soup base. Of the meat options, crispy pork and roast duck were stand outs. We all had the laksa soup base which was quite tasty and the portion was decent. Tea is provided free of charge as well. Service was polite, but it was hard to get their attention and although polite in front of you, some of their comments were rude when they thought they were out of earshot.

I would return again for a meal because the food was quite good and quite cheap, and the service doesn't bother me too much since they are polite when dealing with you.

Approximate cost: $10

This review is for Corean House, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 20 Sep 2012

The food here is yummy, though the soy bean soup can be rather salty, make sure to have it with rice. The bbq can take a while to heat up and cook the meat so if you're super hungry, make sure to order something to snack on while you cook the meat. Or you could just eat the side dishes which are quite nice. The serving of pork belly is pretty big compared to some other locations which is good. I'd definitely go here again.

Approximate cost: $20

This review is for Ume Hana, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 20 Sep 2012

The food here is pretty nice and the service is pretty friendly. They do have limited staff so service can sometimes be slow when the restaurant is busy but the staff do make sure to acknowledge you and remember to come back to you when they finish what they were doing beforehand. Been here a few times with big groups and they are more than happy to move tables around to accommodate us.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for Ali's Kebab Stall, Mitcham VIC

verified email - 20 Sep 2012

Went here after hearing great reviews about how they are to die for. Didn't really seem that much better than kebabs I've had elsewhere. I was told I should try the chips and gravy next time. I would definitely go here again if I was in the area, but probably not worth the hour drive from the other side of Melbourne.

Approximate cost: $9

This review is for Cafe Giraffe, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 23 Aug 2012

I had the cookies and cream drink and it was absolutely amazing, as is their iced chocolate. I love the atmosphere and how their shop is set up. Great place to go for a bite and to hang out with your friends.

This review is for Genesis Fitness Club, Maidstone VIC

verified email - 23 Aug 2012

Signed up for a year long contract with the intention of attending Pilates classes for my back. However, they ended up scrapping the pilates classes. The equipment there is all in good condition and they have a Ladies Only section. Sales staff can be a little pushy to get you to sign on and to sign up for a personal trainer.