Food and travel vlogger Elise embarked on a mission to try as many eateries as she can during her time Down Under, sharing her thoughts on popular food chains in Australia.
McDonalds
The Californian kicked off the series with a review of one of the most quintessential fast food establishments — McDonalds. Elise was particularly impressed by the breakfast menu and has even started referring to the fast food giant as “maccas” in true Aussie style.
“I think it’s way better here than in the US, I love the breakfast and the coffee’s are so good,”
She was able to find common ground with the Australian version of the iconic chain, finding the breakfast menu to be a standout feature. Verdict: 7/10
Yochi
Adored frozen dessert bar Yochi came out on top for the American, but Elise did admit there was some room for improvement when it comes to the range of flavors on offer.
- She loved the butterscotch and the cookie dough
- However, she felt that the US had a greater variety of flavors
“I wish they had more seasonal flavours,”
Despite the minor criticism, Elise awarded Yochi a high score, praising the dessert bar for its unique offerings. Verdict: 9/10
Zeus Street Greek
A lesser-known Greek franchise was next on the foodie’s hitlist. Elise was quick to criticise the size of the meals being served up at Zeus Street Greek.
- She found the portion sizes to be small
- However, she praised the flavorful food
“I would say it has really good flavours but it’s a bit expensive and the portion sizes are really small,”
Despite her criticism, Elise awarded Zeus Street Greek a respectable score, acknowledging the restaurant’s strengths. Verdict: 7.5/10
Guzman y Gomez
The American’s most controversial review came after she left a low score for fan-favourite Mexican chain Guzman y Gomez. “As a southern Californian girl this was absolutely so disappointing,” she declared.
“The chicken was burnt and it (was) mostly all rice, super boring, wouldn’t go back,”
Despite her harsh words, Elise did receive a free burrito from the app, which she considered the only redeeming quality. Verdict: 2/10
Dominos
Trailing not too far behind with a below average rating was pizza giant Dominos. She pointed out her disappointment with the small size of the meals, stating that the portions were smaller than in the US.
“Next is Dominos which I have gotten a few times here and the portions are way smaller than the US,”
She also noted that the garlic butter crust was not available in Australia. Verdict: 4/10
Key Takeaways
- McDonalds was a standout feature, with a superior breakfast menu
- Yochi excelled in terms of unique flavors and desserts
- Zeus Street Greek had flavorful food, but small portions and high prices
- Guzman y Gomez failed to meet expectations, with burnt chicken and lackluster service
- Dominos suffered from small portions and limited menu options
What’s Next?
Elise is eager to continue trying new eateries and sharing her ratings with her audience.
“Let me know your ratings and where I should try next,”
She invites her viewers to share their thoughts and recommendations, ensuring that her ratings will be well-rounded and accurate.
Conclusion
Elise’s ratings provide a unique perspective on the fast food scene in Australia, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of popular chains. Her mission to try as many eateries as possible has resulted in a comprehensive review that will help her audience make informed decisions about where to dine.
