Billy's Central (Melbourne Central, Vic)

I've been to this place plenty of times due to its convenient location and prompt service.

I like their menu, which changes often. Everything I have tried has been good, on the large size, and nicely presented. They also have a good selection of smoothies and teas. However, I have always left feeling that my food could have been better, that my dishes were a step down for what they were intended to be, if you know what I mean. Take the last dish I had, for example, the taste was good, all the single elements were great, but the toast was too small to accommodate all the adds-ons, and the dish lacked texture, so it was all too 'mashy'.  I think if they put a bit of more thought on the dishes, the food could be even better.

Good coffee.

Friendly staff and quick service.

Functional premises.

Average prices.

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Unabara Lobster & Oyster Bar (Melbourne Central, Vic)

I've been there a couple of times, and left feeling that the dishes tasted good but were way overpriced, especially taking into account that some of the dumplings are frozen. I love their mocktails. Correct service, but on the slow side even when the place is not half full. Great location. They aren't happy to adjust dishes, so they lose business just because of their lack of flexibility.

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