This newly built TGIF in Forrest Hill looks great. The staff were attentive and friendly even sang…read morethe birthday song. The theme was Americana styled and I have been to similar themed restaurants and this one was just as good. My food was fantastic, defiantly try the Jack Daniels sauce as it is what they are known for. The only thing that brought down the experience was my friend had a big black hair in her food. They Comped the meal, but it is always a little off putting. However I will eat there again.

We arrived there for a late weekday lunch…read more As TGI Fridays go, the food here was pretty good. The issue I had was that the service was difficult to come by and they were very slow in bringing out our food. So ok with the food, not so good with the service.

Really nice new place for Sri Lankan food. Local little place with warmth and yummy hoppers!…read more There's also a bar on the side, serving cocktails, wine, beer and tequila shots^^ Has a great family feel to it and has plenty of parking just a 1 min walk up the path. Highly recommend it if enjoy Sri Lankan food!

When I first went to Strawberry Point I realised that the entire time I'd been living in the…read moreneighbourhood I'd been doing my grocery shopping wrong. While technically a greengrocer, strawberry point is closer to supermarket in size and closer to farmers market in price. It's pretty standard for me to do my entire weeks fruit and veg for under $30. They have a bulk meat freezer too where most product is cryovac sealed. Check out the weekly specials and the $2 pre pack produce specials (good for same or next day use). The quality is usually above the major supermarkets too. Cannot recommend enough.

Ringwood - Brace yourselves! Nick & Jac together with their…read moreamazing team have opened up their 1st business venture. Located in the heart of Ringwood with free 1--2hr street parking on their doorstep, this place will definitely be a regular coffee haunt! Exposed brick, copper piping and cheery staff welcome you as you take a seat. Axil coffee is on point as is their Quinoa & Chicken salad. If you are looking for a place to catch up with friends, chill out and read a book or to brunch/lunch at.. Come check them out!

HOLY CRAP this place is good. Been hearing much about this…read moreplace and had to try it out. Went with the wife and kids last night and what a treat. The food was so clean and fresh I felt like I was at a Michelin star restaurant. The staff was so friendly and helpful with the little ones, I am definitely coming back here. Five well earned stars.

Probably the best healthy food in the Forest Hill shopping centre. I love the warm chicken on…read morebroccoli "rice". There's also the option of making my own salad if I don't like those on the menu.

Yes, it's in Blackburn, an Eastern suburb of Melbourne. But for a surprisingly traditional taste of…read moreFrance, go no further than the French patisserie in Blackburn, Bonjour de France. I've been to France on the odd occasion, and I must say that every time I was in a Parisian bakery I'd think to myself "Wow, this feels a lot like Blackburn." That's not entirely true, but Blackburn and France are joined with a wonderful bakery serving the most delicious french pastries and more. Wit both owners as pastry chefs, you wont find a better place in a good ten kilometres of here. The only problem I've had every time I go it "What to have?" which often leads to "What to have first?" Vanilla slice with delicious flaky pastry. Tarts. Meringues. Eclairs. Cheesecakes. Truffles. The list goes on. For those after a more savoury selection, there is also pasties, quiches and pies. All bits are made fresh daily on the premises, so the best time to come is mid morning for the best selection available. Come any later and you may miss out. The coffee is a wonderful strong addition to the sugary sweetness of the pastries, and all the energy will keep you going until your next meal.

Always fantastic food here…read more You wouldn't expect this sort of quality in an outer eastern suburb shop yet this shop never fails to deliver. From their assortment of Pies and Quiches to the mouth watering pastries. I always buy the Vanilla Slice and recommend it to anyone interested.

Staying at the hotel next door. Was happy to find this little gem. Wide variety in the menu, with…read moreplenty of seafood choices. Reasonable prices. Have eaten here five times and always good. Favorite so far is the Simply Grilled fish. Oh, and the delicious cakes! They also have twenty kinds of pancakes, which i haven't tried yet. Friendly service, choice of porch or inside seating. Entrance is just after The Clarion on the corner.

Nunawading has no shortage of decent Chinese restaurants, and Lucky Yu just adds to the mix. Lucky…read moreYu has been around for years, and for years I have been a loyal customer, particularly fond of their chicken and sweet corn soup. The funny thing is, I'm not usually a fan of said soup. However one day I arrived home after picking up my Lucky Yu goodies only to discover my won ton soup was actually chicken and sweet corn. Oh the horror! Rather than drive back down, I ate the soup. That was three years ago and I have not looked back, my obsession with chicken and sweet corn extending out of Lucky Yu and into any chinese restaurant I go to. Lucky Yu still holds a special place in my heart though as they were my first.

Now I must admit, I've only been in here once. Usually, if I was after Cantonese, I'd stop at a…read moreplace closer to home. The only reason that I stopped here was because I was on my way to a movie night at a mate's place, and we were all bringing our own takeaway. This place isn't going to make me drive the extra 10 minutes or so just to grab their food, but really, it isn't bad. In fact, it's pretty reasonable food at decent prices. I had beef in blackbean and fried rice, and I walked out of the shop with change from a twenty dollar note. So it isn't expensive for what it is. The serving sizes are pretty good, too. If I'd bought an entree, it would have been enough to feed two people comfortably, but I somehow managed to find my inner manliness to force myself to finish it. You don't leave food when you eat with your mates. It's a sign of weakness. Doubly so if the food is bad. The place itself was relatively neat, possibly a bit on the daggy side, but still acceptable. If I was doing a hard day's furniture shopping on Whitehorse Road, I'd be happy to eat there again.

According to my good old Mum this butchers is the bees knees of all butchers. Yep, she swears by…read moreit, and you can't disagree with a Mum. (They are ALWAYS right.) Anyway, back to the butchers. They obviously sell meat and chicken - yes I'm having a day with Captain Obvious. Deal with it. The shop itself is large and curves around a corner with plenty of counter space. It is always busy as unfortunately I think a few hundred people also share my Mums opinion... either that or she has told a LOT of people. As well as daily bargains and specials they have special packs that are awesome value. I remember that Mum always tends to go for the $35 pack, which is the cheapest. (They range up to $195 and staff can customise packs for your needs) The $35 pack includes: - 1 kg Lamb Chops - 1 kg Topside Mince - 1 kg Chicken Fillets - 1 kg Meat-Loaf - 12 Rissoles. It is damn good value and the meat is really high quality. It always cooks well and it is fresh. Added to this are a heap of staff who are quick servers and very friendly and you have a winner. It even won the Mum stamp of approval...priceless!

Yes I was really looking forward to cooking a lovely meal last night.. It all started bad at the…read morebutchers.. I was ser ved by a rude, really rude person and short changed.. The meat was very poor quality and it may have even been poisonous.. Never will I go back there

I have been here 3 times now with different people and each time food and service has been great. I…read morehave the fish of the day each time as they make the best roasted potatoes and fresh sauteed vegetables. The only thing I don't like is the apple and cinnamon crepe as it was soggy. However, the cakes from the cabinet are great and too good to pass.

Cafe Oggi is a great establishment!! Their food is delicious, their service is kind and fast, but…read morethe only thing I would critique is the atmosphere. It's not that bad, but could definitely be improved. Would recommend!! Try Cafe Oggi, especially their pizza, it's so yummy.