Fresh User Reviews in Inner East Melbourne

1.8 Not Recommended

Food  1      Drinks  3      Ambience  1      Service  3      Value  1     

Food was horrible, not fresh. Parma looked like it was definitely not fresh.
Came out cold, and when it was returned told that they were going to remake it. Same piece came back refried with extra cheese.

May 25, 2012

3 Below Average

Food  1      Ambience  6      Service  4      Value  1     

Worst Chinese Food Ever! Have had way beter meals in a food court at quarter the price. Everything tasted reheated. Dried out and overcooked. Pork was like shoe leather. The special fried rice barely had anything but rice in it. Kid's juices were watered down. Slightly overpriced for mains but given how bad the food was then very overpriced. Was over charged by 25% on bill but only realised later in my hurry to leave (so partly my fault). Used to go when I was a child 30 years ago. Would never ever go back.

May 19, 2012

10 Highly Recommended

Food  10      Ambience  10      Service  10      Value  10     

The second time we have eaten there and it just never disappoints! We purchased a "voucher" (always a little sceptical!) but the food, service, ambience on yet another occasion was just 100%, it's such a rarity to combine all of the above but the Boulevard certainly ticks all the boxes!

Well done and we shall certainly be repeat customers with recommendations all around! Cheers and thanks once again for a super evening!

May 17, 2012

9.3 Highly Recommended

Food  10      Ambience  8      Service  9      Value  10     

This delightful bakery/cafe reopened its doors just 2 weeks ago and already it hard to get through the doors and for good reason. I've been there 3 times now and can't wait to go back for more fresh yummy goodness. You can tell it's all fresh, baked daily, the bread is soft, the pastry is crisp and the sweets are to die for.

I highly recommend the vanilla slice, beats any other in Melbourne hands down. Still haven't tried the many tarts and cakes etc. So glad there's finally a decent patisserie in Camberwell..Win.

May 13, 2012

6.8 Recommended

Food  7      Ambience  6      Service  5      Value  9     

A very authentic and delicious eating spot. I urge thai lovers to try it.

May 11, 2012

2.5 Not Recommended

Quality  1      Ambience  7      Service  1      Value  1     

I pulled my little one out of this place as I was very unhappy about the following issues on a daily basis. It looks all hi-fi inside out but very average when it comes to care for the kids.

The staff need to be pushed hard to provide the service that you expect especially after you pay such top rates compared to other day cares. The communication among themselves is very poor, and they never ever follow instructions as any message to the caretakers, never gets to or all of them even after numerous repetitions and your request never gets actioned.

On the other hand the chef was great. All the rooms are so terribly cluttered and the play area is same for older kids and the tiny little ones and the little ones constantly injure themselves on the concrete or on the play equipment, that they should not have been allowed to access in the first place as they are more for older kids. Their policies are just a little out of the standard and would surprise many.

I would rate them as 'below average' as they compromised on the most important aspect which is the 'Safety' with all their cluttered rooms and unsafe playground. I wonder how they must have passed all their council inspections!

May 09, 2012

4.8 Average

Food  3      Ambience  6      Service  7      Value  3     

Really, really average food. All the roasts were moist, but they were bland and tasted like what a very average housewife would cook in the mid-1960s. Got the $50 'family' pack. And by 'family', it just fed 2 full grown males. Small meat portion sizes. This place is just really poor value for money and very very average. Avoid.

May 06, 2012

8.3 Highly Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  8      Service  8      Value  8     

Rama Thai is probably my favourite thai place in Melbourne.

The price is good, particularly with the takeaway discount and the food is great, although I find the entrees are a little oily.

May 06, 2012

2.3 Not Recommended

Food  3      Ambience  2      Service  2     

Warning to all voucher holders: ensure they provide the right quantity of food as specified in the voucher. Used 2 vouchers for 6 people and were provided with quantity for 4 people. Entrees came after an hour of seating and staff seemed disinterested in serving us. Had to leave with half empty stomach.

Apr 29, 2012

9.3 Highly Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  10      Service  9      Value  9     

Great place for kids because there's a toy box, while you enjoy Australia's Best Vanilla Slice made on the premises! You won't be disappointed. Heard someone say today that the Brownie slice was the best she'd ever had so back next time to try that. Thanks Maz and Staff!

Apr 28, 2012

10 Highly Recommended

Food  10      Ambience  10      Service  10      Value  10     

Very Nice food, fast service and its worth trying it and it won't waste you time if you try it. The best Vietnamese food you could ever try it. My 1 top Vietnamese restaurant is 'Viet Star'. Even through inside is pretty small with lots of table and noisy. You should go there and have a try its worth it and very cheap price!

Apr 27, 2012

9.3 Highly Recommended

Quality  10      Ambience  9      Service  9      Value  9     

Oscar & Wild in Kew is such a great Melbourne boutique, mix of great brands like J Brand for jeans, Cable for great knits, and then some high-end designers like Alice McCall, Alex Perry, Ginger & Smart, and just recently BCBG Max Azria. The prize point for BCBG is really amazing actually, I was expecting it to be a lot higher since it's an O/S brand. I really love the whole look of this store too.

Apr 20, 2012

7.3 Recommended

Food  8      Ambience  6      Service  7      Value  8     

Given the location, when friends suggested we eat here, we had visions of a pizza establishment. But we were pleasantly surprised because it's much more than this. My gnocchi was excellent, and I'm told the other pasta dishes were good, too. The service was friendly and efficient, and the prices reasonable.

Apr 20, 2012

8 Recommended

Food  8      Ambience  8      Service  9      Value  7     

Absolutely love it here. I live down the road and come at least twice a week.
I may be bias as I've only ever ordered one dish, the chicken with dried chillies and cashews. I can't get enough of it. This dish is usually sickly sweet but I've never experiences that here. They give you disappointing loads of food for what you pay for!

I'm always greeted with a beaming smile and a glass of water. My one negative is they don't make their own roti. Love you guys, thanks for making my cheat nights awesome.

Apr 19, 2012

8.8 Highly Recommended

Food  10      Ambience  6      Service  10      Value  9     

Wonderful food and service. Banquet was excellent, good quality and generous. The entertainment was too loud for our liking, calling a complete halt to our conversation until it was over (apparently on Friday/Saturday evenings).

Apr 19, 2012

9.3 Highly Recommended

Quality  9      Ambience  9      Service  9      Value  10     

Great beauty salon. I've always been happy with the service and treatments. There's a great ambience at the salon, I'm always relaxed when having a facial or massage. Look forward to spoiling myself more.

Apr 11, 2012

7.8 Recommended

Food  8      Ambience  6      Service  9      Value  8     

Excellent service, always very friendly. The food is much better than the average Chinese Food offered at most other restaurants. Perfect for those wanting Glutten free food. Highly recommended.

Apr 09, 2012

6 Average

Food  4      Ambience  7      Service  7      Value  6     

This used to be a great local restaurant with reasonable prices ($40-50 for 2 ppl) and food which was 8/10. Recently, in early 2012, it changed owners and the prices went up 20% and food has dropped dramatically, now not even on par with food court chinese. I am very disappointed as this was my favourite local eatery.

Apr 05, 2012

6.8 Recommended

Food  7      Ambience  5      Service  7      Value  8     

Delicious toasted sandwich and salad and good coffee, great value for money and quick.

Apr 05, 2012

8.3 Highly Recommended

Food  8      Ambience  8      Service  8      Value  9     

I have been going to the Maple Rose cafe since it changed hands 2 years ago and have enjoyed every experience. There is no menu to speak of as the offerings constantly change with seasons and the chefs whim and it is always a delight to see whats on offer. Everything from the humble point sandwhich to the zucchini burger or the beetroot tart is tasty and totally delicious. Dishes are seasonal with salads in warmer months and soups and maples home made pies when its cooler. The maples chiken leak and mushroom pie is a must. The coffee is good and the cakes and treats are totally yum...particularily the passionfruit sponge and carrot cake. The cafe is small and intimate and staff are friendly giving it a warm and welcoming atmosphere. They also do cakes to order and catering.

Apr 02, 2012