Reviews by fussy

  • River Torrens Café

    - War Memorial drv, North Adelaide SA

    Overall 6 - Food 7, Ambience 9, Value 6, Service 2

    What do they say about first impressions? We made a booking only to be told once we arrived that no tables were free but to take a seat at the bar for a 10 minute wait! What made this even more annoying is that whilst waiting at the bar they didn't even ask if we wanted a drink. We sat there ignored for 10 minutes. The food was OK, the view was gorgeous but unfortunatley was unenjoyable due to kids running around screaming. This did not set the scene for a romantic night out. Family resturant with a view was not quite what I was looking for.   (fussy - August, 2007)

  • Cafe 129, The Strathmore Hotel

    - 129 North terrace, Adelaide SA

    Overall 4.5 - Food 6, Ambience 5, Value 6, Service 1

    Warning, do not go here for lunch. We waited 20 minutes after being given the menu for staff to take our order, and we were the only ones there! They didn't have the wine I selected so when I decided I would have a soda water instead I was told they had ran out of ice... I know we are on water restrictions but that's ridiculous. Overall for just a main meal we were there for over 90 minutes... just wasn't worth it. No water on table, no pepper, bad service and average meal.   (fussy - February, 2008)

  • Stonegrill

    - 129 North terrace, Adelaide SA

    Overall 4.5 - Food 6, Ambience 5, Value 6, Service 1

    Warning, do not go here for lunch. We waited 20 minutes after being given the menu for staff to take our order, and we were the only ones there! They didn't have the wine I selected so when I decided I would have a soda water instead I was told they had ran out of ice... I know we are on water restrictions but that's ridiculous. Overall for just a main meal we were there for over 90 minutes... just wasn't worth it. No water on table, no pepper, bad service and average meal.   (fussy - February, 2008)

  • Apothecary 1878

    - 118 Hindley st, Adelaide SA

    Overall 9 - Food 9, Ambience 9, Value 9, Service 9

    great place. very stylish with great service and fantastic food.   (fussy - November, 2008)

  • The Greedy Goose

    - 155 Melbourne st, North Adelaide SA

    Overall 1.5 - Food 2, Ambience 1, Value 2, Service 1

    I disliked everything about this place. It is a stretch to call itself a restaurant because it is more like a cafe. The staff ignored everyone and put the wrong order on our table 4 times. Just plain terrible. Walk down the road to the Lion or Soho and treat yourself to a proper meal.   (fussy - November, 2008)

  • The Lion Hotel Restaurant

    - cnr Melbourne&Jerningham st, Adelaide SA

    Overall 8.5 - Food 9, Ambience 8, Value 8, Service 9

    Great place. The food was fantastic. Don't think if you have had a drink or a pub meal at the Lion Hotel it is a reflection on this section of the Lion. One of the best restaurants in North Adelaide. Treat yourself.   (fussy - November, 2008)

  • Windy Point Restaurant

    - Windy Point Lookout Belair rd, Belair SA

    Overall 10 - Food 10, Ambience 10, Value 10, Service 10

    I cant say any more than PERFECT !!!!   (fussy - November, 2008)

  • Beyond India - North Adelaide

    - 170 O'Connell st, North Adelaide SA

    Overall 8 - Food 8, Ambience 8, Value 8, Service 8

    Great food, great service. Really enjoyed it.   (fussy - November, 2008)

  • The Treasury on King William

    - Medina Appartments, 144 King William st, Adelaide SA

    Overall 7.3 - Food 8, Ambience 9, Value 7, Service 5

    Spent a great afternoon having a few drinks in the courtyard then decided on having dinner. The service was slow, even though there was only a few people in the restaurant. Food was nice, wine list average. Wont be going back.   (fussy - November, 2008)

    Restaurant response - Fussy seems like quite an experienced diner who certainly gets around, I am a little confused as to the comment regarding our wine list being "average" though. I would like to point out that our list has over 200 wines including many back vintages as well as representation from France, Italy and Spain. We were a finalist for Best Wine List in the SA Restaurant & Catering Awards 2008 along with Apothecary, Appellation, and The Manse. and receive regular comments that our list is impressive and over delivers for the style of dining.

    Kind Regards

    Rob Parsons

    Proprietor   (fussy - July, 2009)

  • Aria Restaurant

    - 1 Macquarie st, Circular Quay NSW

    Overall 10 - Food 10, Ambience 10, Value 10, Service 10

    What can I say? No wonder this is voted the best place year after year. Matt Moran is a genius. Great food, impeccable service and amazing views. The prices are expensive but if you want to spoil yourself save up and enjoy it, even if it is just once in your life.   (fussy - November, 2008)