Nice review, I’ve heard a bit on social media about Barista & Cook but based on your review I think the things I’ve read are pretty accurate ie it’s decent for a feed but nothing wow?
If you want to try something nearby that is pretty good check out the newly opened Stanton & Co in Rosebery or even closer to Waterloo is Allegra Dining (try their pastas, amazing!)
Having been to La Bufala after your recommendation (would have been Adamo, but they're not open for dinner? or at all on Sundays...) I'll certainly add these to my list
Oh no, yeah Sunday is the only day Adamo isn't open sadly! Ooh, what did you order at La Bufala and how did you find it? Be honest! I've been a lot and 8 times out of 10 they're good, but it just so happened the one time I took my family it wasn't great haha so I won't be offended at the truth :D
I had a pizza that was quite good but a couple of ash bits which does happen in wood fired. Partner had their Spag Boll, but asked for it to be 'not oily' and the plate was still a quite oily. They did take it back and re-plate if for her though which was good.
Thought they were pretty good, so guess we were there on one of the 8/10
Oh nice, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I always get a bit nervous recommending places just incase I happened to go on a good day but glad it worked out :)
Yeah, it can sometimes be a bit hit and miss, but once you get to know other people's likes etc, you can kinda judge if they'll like something that you like based on what you know they already like.
I'm pretty easy to please, but at the same time can pick out flaws in what I'm enjoying :)