Hamish H. reviewed Ole Restaurant, South Bank
Restaurants, Bars, Spanish, Tapas, Family Dining
6.4 Recommended
Food 5 Drinks 6 Ambience 7 Service 7 Value 7
Really good. I own a restaurant in Melbourne and recently visited Ole for lunch. Well executed food, good service. Nice location. Only probs were no bread for a mysterious half hour, c'mon guys just bake or buy more! Also my credit card was double charged, minor stuff though, I will be back!
May 15, 2012
David M. reviewed Mondo Organics, West End
Restaurants, Modern European, Citibank Dining Program, Licensed, Serves Breakfast
8.8 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 8 Service 10 Value 8
Went to Mondo for the first time and was extremely impressed. The service was superb, meals arrived quickly and we had a 3 course meal in just under an hour.
The food was excellent with proper portion sizes, the staff were friendly and attentive and the ambience was very pleasant. The only drawback was the cool wind but we were prepared and we had jackets, so nothing to really complain about.
I strongly recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to experience fine dining at a decent price.
May 14, 2012
colourbird reviewed Ahmet's Turkish Restaurant, South Bank
Restaurants, Middle Eastern, Turkish, Family Dining, Good for Brunch
8.3 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 7 Service 9 Value 8
Whenever we're in Brisbane we like to dine at Ahmet's restaurant. It does get very busy on Friday nights, so it is advisable to make a booking. We've found that even when the place is crowded, the service is still fast.
We ordered a couple of mixed grilled platters of chicken, lamb and adana skewers and a lamb cutlet with Turkish rice and a green leaf salad. It was quite a large amount of food and it was very tasty.
We also got to see the belly dancer around 9pm. (We enjoyed the show). We'll definitely be eating here on our next visit to Brisbane.
May 13, 2012
Nicole D. reviewed Mundo Churrasco Restaurant & Bar, Bardon
Restaurants, Brazilian, Portuguese, Steak House, Family Dining
3.5 Below Average
Food 7 Ambience 2 Service 1 Value 4
Bad service. You had to be one of the lucky tables to get food otherwise it was a long time between meals. Looked upon negatively if you asked for a particular type of meat that was on the menu. Definitely not worth the money. Will not be going back.
May 12, 2012
Bruce M. reviewed Lomandra's, North Lakes
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Family Dining, Fine Dining, Good for Brunch
8 Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 8 Service 9 Value 7
Really nice atmosphere. They have a beautiful back terrace that overlooks the golf course. It's not overcrowded and you really feel relaxed at this place. The menu is nice. Modern Australian and really pretty reasonable so I will definitely go back again. They have kind of loyalty thing where you can sign up and get a free meal on your birthday for if you look on their website. We signed up while we were there. If you live on the North Side check it out because it's kind of a rare gem that not everyone knows about yet.
May 08, 2012
Hometown Girl reviewed Vagelis Cafe & Bar, Hamilton
Cafes, Modern Australian, BYO, Has Bar, Has Cafe
7 Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 8 Service 7 Value 5
Overall a positive experience here. I made a booking for a large(ish) group for brunch on a public holiday. The staff members who I spoke when making the booking were friendly and helpful. It was very busy on the day of our booking but the two staff members taking care of our table were service orientated, and though busy they took our orders at just about the same time as we were ready to place them.
The time between placing our order and receiving our meals was a little long, but I didn't really notice the delay because we were a group with lots to talk about. Our meals were tasty, though on the small side. The food was fresh and I should mention at this point that the coffee was very, very good. A little expensive but a nice place to brunch.
Apr 26, 2012
airft reviewed Montrachet, Paddington
Restaurants, French, Degustation Menu, Has Bar, Licensed
9 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 10 Service 10 Value 7
Lovely food, great service fairly expensive though.
Apr 25, 2012
MCMLVI reviewed Montrachet, Paddington
Restaurants, French, Degustation Menu, Has Bar, Licensed
8.5 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 8 Service 9 Value 8
By any measure a most remarkable dining experience.
Apr 24, 2012
Berlinsydney reviewed Bar Barossa, Brisbane
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Citibank Dining Program, Has Bar, Licensed
7.8 Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 7 Service 8 Value 7
It seems this restaurant has worked hard to improve since some of these negative reviews had been written: We went here last weekend. Lovely food, big portions and one of the best wine lists in Brisbane. Very friendly, attentive staff and Qantas frequent flyer points credited within less than a week. Can truly recommend this place when looking for a good quality albeit a bit pricey restaurant.
Apr 24, 2012
Jim C. reviewed Lure Restaurant, Milton
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Seafood, Vegetarian, Has Bar
2 Not Recommended
Food 3 Ambience 3 Service 1 Value 1
Went there for a birthday celebration. Asked for a price on the mudcrab platter and was eventually told $140. We ordered two of these and one was fine whilst the other had a crab which was completely empty and never should have been served. Instead of dealing with the problem the maitre de decided to ignore us and one of my guests overheard a chef referring to our table whilst using the 'F' word. They eventually offered a couple of free desserts which they then tried to renege on.
Long story short, we will never return.
Apr 24, 2012
Andrew M. reviewed Mondo Organics, West End
Restaurants, Modern European, Citibank Dining Program, Licensed, Serves Breakfast
9 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 9 Service 9 Value 9
We recently dined at Mondo Restaurant and it was not our first time, in fact we have been many, many times and once again the wonderful team has delivered with fantastic, lovingly prepared food, friendly service and a great wine list with lots of interesting and delectable varieties. The manager was very helpful with guiding us in our choice of wines and had an amazing knowledge, the wines matched perfectly with our meals.
In raptures with the entree and followed by the superb mains, I couldn't help but comment that this was the best meal I had ever eaten at any restaurant before, the table agreed with me.
What most impresses me about Mondo is their integrity and passion in providing a wonderful dining experience with healthy, quality organic food and that they truly care about their customers...Fantastic.
Apr 18, 2012
Rakhi R. reviewed Top In Town, Upper Mount Gravatt
Restaurants, Indian, Family Dining, Good For Groups, Food Delivery
3.3 Below Average
Food 1 Ambience 1 Service 8 Value 3
Sorry guys, I didn't like your food especially biryani putting too much oil, lot of spices I had three times my tummy went upset. Two times I found hair in the biryani. Most of the time meat is smelly. Now I stopped going there. I prefer quality of the food.
Apr 17, 2012
Brendan M. reviewed The Versatile Chef, Brighton
Cafes, Comfort Food, Vegetarian, Family Dining, Good For Groups
9.8 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 10 Service 10 Value 10
A hidden little Gem! Like a diamond in the rough! Coffee is superb and all staff can make great freshly grinded cups of caffeine tailored to suit any customers demands!
Staff are bubbly and enthusiastic and always go out of their ways to ensure that the Versatile Chef exceeds your desired level of expectation. Belinda does a wonderful job. I recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a excellent cup of coffee and some morning breaky, and the prices are very reasonable!
Apr 14, 2012
Fred B. reviewed Fox Hotel, The, South Bank
Pubs, Italian, Has Bar, Licensed, Outdoor Dining
8.4 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Drinks 8 Ambience 7 Service 7 Value 10
Monday Night Wings Review. Having recently moved up to Brisbane, we were glad to have found The Fox and Smokehouse BBQ. We have probably eaten there eight times now and consider the Wings on Monday night to be the meal available, even ignoring their almost give-away price. The pork ribs are fantastic, the pulled-pork very good and the beef ribs quite good, but the Wings, and especially the dry seasoning ones are truly great.
Apr 08, 2012
Kaz G reviewed Cove Bar + Dining, South Bank
Bars, Modern European, Good For Groups, Child Friendly, Licensed
3.5 Below Average
Drinks 5 Ambience 6 Service 1 Value 2
Beautiful setting overlooking the newly renovated River Quay in Southbank, it was not too hard to resist stopping for a glass of wine and coffee. However, this is where the pleasant experience stopped.
The staff were either overworked or we did not fall within their demographics. Being first time visitors to the restaurant we were unsure if we had to wait to be seated or if we ordered at the counter. The bar staff wouldn't make eye contact with us but me managed to find the one and only waitress who ushered us to the table. She took our order but we were approached by another waiter who advised us that being Good Friday, and having purchased one glass of wine and two cups of coffee, plus a bowl of $9 chips (by law you have to order food if purchasing a drink) that the bowl of chips was not substantial enough and that food must be eaten with a fork.
Considering that only one person was drinking it did not seem feasible that the two coffee drinkers should be forced to also purchase food. We cancelled he drink and chips opting instead for 3 coffees. What baffled us though, was every other table was drinking and either only had one bowl of chips of a loaf of bread with condiments? When we queried the waitress, it would appear that the rules had changed within 5 minutes of us ordering.
We sat and listened to the waitress seat another table and not once did she mention to them that for each alcoholic drink purchased then a plate of food should be purchased.
We were very disappointed with the treatment we received as it was not consistent with what was happening around us, in fact there was a large group of people hanging at the bar and not a plate of food in sight.
Coffee was pleasant but left a bitter taste in our mouths, we won't go back again and based on our experience would not recommend this restaurant to anyone.
Apr 07, 2012
Kaz G reviewed Cafe Boombana, Mount Nebo
Cafes, Tea Rooms, Family Dining, Good For Groups, Bistro/Brasserie
10 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Drinks 10 Ambience 10 Service 10 Value 10
A gem in the middle of the rainforest. We enjoyed a delightful morning tea of the biggest, freshest blueberry muffin and freshly squeezed juice you have ever tasted. We enjoyed sitting on the rear deck with a lovely cool breeze coming through. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Can't wait to go back for another visit.
Apr 07, 2012
Sarah M. reviewed Mecca Bah, Fortitude Valley
Restaurants, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian, Has Bar, Licensed
8.8 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 9 Service 8 Value 9
Have been frequenting Mecca Bah for a good few years now. I've found the food to be of a consistent quality, i.e. delicious! The staff are always friendly, service is prompt (even when they're busy), the venue itself is gorgeous and ambient, and the food is always tasty, fresh and good value for money.
The only minor downside is that you can't make a booking. For larger groups on a Sat night for example, I am sometimes hesitant to go here. That said, whenever I've been there we've always been accommodated without much of a wait for a table. Definitely would recommend this place.
Apr 07, 2012
Restaurants, Turkish, Vegetarian, BYO, Has Cafe
9.3 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 9 Service 10 Value 8
The perfect place to have your dinner. Great belly dancer and friendly staffs. Highly recommended for all.
Apr 07, 2012
Restaurants, Italian, Vegetarian, Child Friendly Menus, Has Bar
9 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 9 Service 10 Value 8
Fantastic food and service. Would definitely recommend.
Apr 05, 2012
Likegoodfood2 reviewed Popolo, South Bank
Restaurants, Italian, Has Bar, Licensed, Outdoor Dining
4.8 Average
Food 2 Ambience 9 Service 5 Value 3
Awful food- such a shame as the location is lovely. The menu sounds great but the execution is poor. The cuts of meat were fatty, the flavours didn't come together and the meal was heavy and stodgy. Disappointed.
Apr 03, 2012
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