Parge

#23 in Toowong QLD

Reviews by Parge

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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 19 Apr 2012 98 reviews · 6410 points

There is nothing good about this place. Even the name is misleading as I am not sure they have a kitchen, just a microwave and I would not call the dishes Chinese.

But if you were to name it correctly, "Chinese Kitchen" would be renamed. "Reheated tasteless semi-Chinese" So the five of us sat down to what we thought would be a good family run Chinese. No friendly family charm, just Chinese tv blaring in the background.

Two of us ordered short soup! Cold.
3 of us ordered San Chow Bow, mince was cold.

The soups were sent back to the kitchen and microwaved, lovely. Whilst this was being re-heated, our mains came out. So idea of entree, letting people finish their entrees and serve nice and warm mains. No

Instead we got tasteless Chicken and Blackbean, Mongolian lamb so bored we couldn't find much lamb as it left the dish, Chicken and $cash$ew which only made two people happy the person impersonating a chef in the kitchen and Lin.

The Chicken n Blackbean, with rice and a short soup set us back $27.50 I recall.

To top it off we got also got icey cold fried rice to go with ordinary dishes. We were charged for the fried rice, though we sent it back and only ate white rice. Rather than have an argument over the $13.50 fried rice which again was simply nuked, I would rather come online and share why this truly should be called "Cold expensive, we think it's Chinese." If it was the last Chinese in walking distance, eating my shoes would be a better option.

Quality
1/5
Service
1/5
Value
1/5

Approximate cost: $20

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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 19 Apr 2012 98 reviews · 6410 points

There use to be a "Red Chili Sichuan" in Ultimo and there was a very good reason why it closed down. Let's just say the Chinese is too authentic and not remotely westernised or Australian. Another way to describe it is - too much chili and not enough flavour. Dumping ten tonnes of chili doesn't make a dish!Actually it just makes it crap.

On top of all this - is the price. The four of us were so close to walking out as soon as we sat down, but decided to stay. Most mains were around $28 and crap, and the entrees were so small and tasteless. With so much competition in Chatswood, do yourself and friends a favour and go elsewhere.

Quality
2/5
Service
1/5
Value
1/5

Approximate cost: $28

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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 13 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

Though it may seem like value when your part of the online VideoEzy business. I looked around and though I am not going to name then here. The two other competitors where cheaper, faster, had greater variety.

So though there is nothing wrong with Ezy DVD, I highly recommend WOMOW users to look elsewhere and save plenty and get even better variety!

Quality
3/5
Service
1/5
Value
1/5
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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 12 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

Have a good look at my pic and you can probably know where my review is going to go?

Absolutely sublime: deserves to be the best restaurant in Australia.

You have to go the Degustation, and though it's pricey, (think 360 Euroes at Guy Savoy without wines) even with wines, you'll leave happy after a divine experience. I would not rather comment on the menu as it changes a bit every time I have been there.

Just to say that Tet's hands on experience in going to Tasmania and being involved in the trout farming, really means his signature dish transcends the every taste you can imagine. Matching wines, nothing short of perfection.

Quality
5/5
Service
5/5
Value
5/5
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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 12 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

After a big night on the town, what would be better than a big juicey burger to line the stomach. Look no further than the place which states "the burgers are better"

Standard burger fair, from a pretty standard burger chain. Still don't understand how they are flame grilled in the microwave, but this won't stop me from getting drunk again and ending up at this burger joint for a quick bite before I kick on.

It says what it is "Hungry Jacks" just like the next one. Great location though.

Quality
2/5
Service
4/5
Value
3/5
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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 12 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

Driving home thought I would do a quck shop, found that they had a poor selection of fruit and vegetables, compared to other supermarkets nearby which I visited the week before and still can recall the prices.

Franklins was more expensive. Especially when you compare their no frills "home brand" which seems to be of inferior quality, and at the same price. I bought two items when I left the store - and finished my shopping 'basket of goods' at a nearby supermarket.

Quality
3/5
Service
4/5
Value
2/5
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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 12 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

I really don't know what the other WOMOW reviewers are talking about here? I find the food here at Franklins sub-standard. I really don't like their no frills "home brand" and I find the prices aren't nearly that competitive - simply shop elsewhere.

Quality
3/5
Service
4/5
Value
2/5
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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 12 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

I really really love this place, which as a local I don't want to share ~ as it will get too packed. But when you have an entire Westfield's to choose from, I always grab my ice coffee or iced chocolate from here.

The chocolate is perfect and easy to drink, but just as enjoyable to spoon up and enjoy.

A lot cheaper than the other place which is found in the middle of the mall. Also a lot easier to get a seat, but maybe not after this review. Family love it too, and the differing sizes and affordability make a world of difference.

Quality
4/5
Service
5/5
Value
4/5
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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 12 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

This is where I signed up and it had all new equipment and staff who really cared about this gym. Unfortunately, I am aware that the manager has moved on, and since then no-one cares about my fellow patrons using sweat towels or whipping down equipment.

This gym has gone to the pits (as has the nearby Baulkham Hills Fitnes First). I would not suggest using this gym if hygiene is a priority of yours? If you love a smelly gym and working out on wet equipment covered in other people's sweat this is the place for you.

Quality
1/5
Service
1/5
Value
2/5
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Parge #23 in Toowong QLD 12 Jul 2011 98 reviews · 6410 points

I think this Fitness First is actually a fair bit better than the rest. I love the boxing area, it has a pool which I don't use so can't review. The classes are good and plentiful. Plenty of weights and though like many Fitness Firsts, gets extremely busy, you get what you pay for and generally better than average :)

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
4/5