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Cafe Andiamo is located on Degraves which definitely adds to its attractiveness as a lunchtime venue. On the numerous occasions I have eaten here, I have been satisfied with the quality of the food, service and coffee!

The atmosphere is alive with chatter and it is a good place to people watch. I think that the interior can get a little cramped without much space to maneuver between the tables. I suggest that you try to secure outdoor or window seating. The food is good value with generous portions. I last had the calamari and chips. I won't say it's the best, but satisfactory.

I love womow and the concept of it. I like being able to express my thoughts on a service I have paid for. A few issues have emerged while I was writing reviews today. They retracted a review of mine for some reason and the resukt was a reduction in my TrustFactor, which still has not been sorted. The other issue they posted my second review under someone else's username!!!

That said, I wouldn't stop using womow. I love it. I hope the number of reviews continue to grow and the integrity maintained as it would be quite helpful.

We keep coming back here for one thing, the Hue style beef noodle soup. I have been told that there are only two restaurants in Springvale where you can order this dish and this is the better one. The decor is better than most Springvale restaurants, with a Vietnamese theme. There big windows where you sit along and which let in the light. We usually sit at the table next to the door where you can see the trains go by.

I have had the Combination rice noodle and the Grilled Pork Vermicelli. They are not as good as some of the other restaurants in the area. The service is as expected in a Vietnamese restaurant. If you are of fan of spicy Asian food, the Hue style soup is worth trying. The restaurant is family friendly, just don't bring a pram in. The child booster seats are dirty and grubby, but if you're willing to overlook it...

We chose to grab our desserts from Limonetto instead of Medici where we eating our lunch across the promenade. Limonetto is a cute little bar with a variety of colourful offerings. I had the strawberry gelati, which was sweet and light and tangy. It was a good experience in a little cup! The prices were reasonable around $5 for a small cup.

Best eaten while watching the boats and the water on nice, warm day!

We came here for a late lunch and sat outside under the canopies. It was lovely to be dining al fresco, but I felt quite claustrophobic in the canopied area due to the lack of space. Because of the shrubbery, you could not also look out onto the water and the boats.

The food was of average quality. The chicken risotto was dry, and bland. The fish and chips were slightly better, but a little overcooked and oily. The seafood pasta was clearly a wrong choice, with insufficient napoli sauce, it was uninspiring. The prices were reasonable, but the customer service was lacking. We had friends join us halfway, but none of the staff came around with menus or offered to join a table so our friends could sit with us. They were slow to respond to our requests. In the end, I went to help myself to extra cutlery.

We come to Madeline because of its location in Jells Parks. From where you sit inside the cafe, you can look out into the greenery and the lake. After lunch or brunch, the kids can run on the grass, play in the park or we can go for a bike ride. The long windows and decor gives Madeline's a pure but modern feel.

Apart from location, Madeline's has a lot to improved upon. Firstly, every time I order a coffee I know it will be take a long time before it is served. The food is moderately good. The breakfast even better. I suggest going there for a late hearty breakfast and take your time sipping down the coffee.

We went to Time Out because we were seeking a casual dining atmosphere and quick food. I wouldn't let the food be the only motivator for me to come here. The kangaroo we ordered was a little tough (it was cooked medium rare) and the Mexican chicken burger was a little dry. The chips that came with it however was crispy and well-salted. In general, the food was satisfactory. Don't expect a lot of hospitality from the staff though.

Due to Melbourne weather, we could not sit outside, but al fresco seating abounds. On a nice day, it would be lovely to sit under the umbrellas and watch people go by. Because Time Out is right on Fed Square, there is plenty to see.

If it's raining, try to request one of the booths inside. It gives you a more private experience and adds to the relaxing feel.

We discovered the SRFC during our trip down to San Remo during the Christmas break. After witnessing a delightful Pelican feeding at the Pier, we decided to head to the SRFC to get our own fish. The queue when we walked in was almost out the door.

The orders were taken quite quickly, but the wait for the food to be cooked took more than half an hour. This was probably due to the holiday tourist numbers. The quality of the seafood though was not compromised. One bite into the fish and you could tell it was fresh. We ordered a seafood basket in addition to battered fish and chips. It was worth the wait.

The wait was also worth it, knowing that the fishermen do leave a generous amount of flesh on the fish carcasses they feed the pelicans with.

Alberto, I ate there recently so the owner has not gone back to Japan. Amazing news for those who have yet to try it.

Tempura Hajime is the right place for the true gourmands who wish to focus on the food rather than the pomp and glam of eating at "fancy" restaurants. It provides an intimate setting with minimal decor that allows you to be yourself amongst friends (and 10 or so other strangers).

You can order from two sets. I recommend the all-encompassing one with the sushi, sashimi and tempura. Take your time to eat each morsel so you get a taste of everything.

What strikes you is the hospitality and politeness so characteristic of the Japanese. The food is prepared with exacting delicateness. The way it is prepared speaks of professionalism as the chef cooks the wagyu or puts the little pieces of paper on your plate onto which the tempura goes.