Feedback & Reviews
We love to hear how we are doing. Please feel free to email us and let us know about your experience.
Family of 5 had the pleasure of dining there on Tuesday night this week. Amongst all of us, we had 3 entrees, mains of steak, pork belly, pasta and barramundi, and profiteroles and the best ever sticky date pudding. Every single things was absolutely delicious. The wine and atmosphere was also lovely. So good not to be crowded in by tables. James was a delightful host. Good value for money as everything was enjoyed. So nice to have a decent restaurant serving quality fresh delicious food with a great menu range in the area. Thanks for a wonderful evening. Nola via email July 2012
hi james….. just wanted to make mention … tonight was the second time my gf and i have dined with your restaurant.. the first time we had yourself as the waiter and a great job you did. however keahni i think her name was tonight was also absolutely excellent we walked in and there were about 8 tables in for dinner and her service not only to our table but all tables were efficient i am a manager in a services club so customer service is sooo important and we will definitely be back. Justin via email July 2012
My partner and I were in over the weekend and we were so impressed with the food we just wanted to say a big thank you for making my birthday dinner one we will never forget.
We decided to give Focus by James a try for my birthday dinner after running out of nice restaurant options around our area. I checked out the menu online and it looked amazing, so my partner booked us a table for Saturday night. We actually decided to try the degustation menu and I must say we were more than impressed!! The courses were perfectly matched with wines and the food was just cooked to perfection. All the courses were so delicious that neither of us could pick a favourite. While there was 8 courses, the portion sizes were just perfect and we didn’t leave feeling like we had stuffed ourselves stupid. Overall we were thoroughly impressed and would rate Focus by James as one of our favourite restaurants. We will definitely be back. Keep up the good work. Pamela via email March 2012
I had lunch at your restaurant with my wife yesterday. I had the prawn and chorizo pasta. It was excellent. My wife had the potato and salmon salad and loved it. Warren via email February 2012
Hey James, I was in there last night with the Mrs, just want to express how much we enjoyed our experience at your restaurant. The menu was great, we are really interested in the stranger food, and your menu is one of the best we have ever been to out of all of the restaurants we have eaten at (and there have been a few), but a big thank you to you and the wonderful meals the chefs made for us, we will definitely see you again soon. Justin via email January 2012
My family and I dined with you last night and I just wanted to take the time to THANK YOU for the wonderful experience. The minute we walked in the ambience was calming and the venue looked great. Our waitress (I didn’t get her name but she was a young petite girl) was FANTASTIC!! I cannot praise her enough. She was helpful, professional and best of all made us feel relaxed and like nothing was too much trouble for her. Our meals arrived promptly and were perfectly prepared. We were well and truly satisfied…that is until desert arrived. we were BLOWN AWAY to say the least. None of us have ever eaten a more amazing desert. Four of us had the hazlenut pudding and let me tell you I am still raving about it to everyone I speak to. I was tempted to drive down there after dinner tonight just to have another pudding…! I could not fault it if I tried. My Sister in law had the licquorice parfait (upon our waitress’ recommendation) and her facebook status is currently set telling everyone how amazing it was. Thank you again for such a pleasant dining experience. We will DEFINITELY be back Melinda via email April 2011
Dinner last night at Focus was AMAZING! The Beef Cheeks are a truly amazing taste sensation and the Licorice Parfait has to be experienced to be believed. Thanks to all the team from Barb and Andy via Facebook March 2011
After so many great comments from friends who have been to Focus on James, we decided to book a birthday party and see for ourselves. The mixed entree was delicious, as was the Swordfish. The smaller kids were well catered for and the bigger kids chose from the normal menu. My 11yo son had the Pork Rib and loved it, even the beetroot puree. Service for our large party was excellent and everybody enjoyed the night. We will be definitely making Focus a regular dinner evening. Well done. Foodelicious – Menulog, February 2011
I just wanted to email and thank you for your gracious hospitality again last night. It was our third consecutive Valentine’s dinner at Focus and it’s something we look forward to well in advance. As you’re well aware Kristy has a number of allergies which can make dining out difficult at the best of times. It leaves most restaurants frustrated and snappy when it comes time to order which in turn does not create a comfortable dining atmosphere for us. Focus is different. The way yourself and your team take it all on board and are then able to, and willing to, mix and match a custom masterpiece to suit her is fantastic. It makes us feel like the only patrons dining when the restaurant is actually chockers full! I will say this to any others who might drive past or receive your emails but never seem to get to the restaurant; “If you haven’t yet spent a special occasion at Focus it’s not James who’s missing out… it’s you!” Thanks again James. Andrew via email February 2011
Both my Partner and I were very happy with the service, it felt as if we were the only people there and we were getting special treatment. Very nice food and value for money. Congratulations on running such a nice and solid restaurant and bar. A.Patterson – Menulog, January 2011
Trent and Kacie both enjoyed dinner very much. Thank you for such terrific friendly service. Your restaurant is one of his inspirations for being a chef Trent started his apprenticeship so he can work in restaurants as wonderful as yours and one day own his own place. Thank you again. Crystal via email November 2010
We’ve been to Isis, Sirromet, Brunos, Restaurant II, E’cco and others of that ilk and Focus easily matches restauants of that calibre!We will not hesitate in recommending Focus. in short, Focus Rocks!! (written on table September 2010)
We love to hear how we are doing. Please feel free to email us and let us know about your experience.
Family of 5 had the pleasure of dining there on Tuesday night this week. Amongst all of us, we had 3 entrees, mains of steak, pork belly, pasta and barramundi, and profiteroles and the best ever sticky date pudding. Every single things was absolutely delicious. The wine and atmosphere was also lovely. So good not to be crowded in by tables. James was a delightful host. Good value for money as everything was enjoyed. So nice to have a decent restaurant serving quality fresh delicious food with a great menu range in the area. Thanks for a wonderful evening. Nola via email July 2012
hi james….. just wanted to make mention … tonight was the second time my gf and i have dined with your restaurant.. the first time we had yourself as the waiter and a great job you did. however keahni i think her name was tonight was also absolutely excellent we walked in and there were about 8 tables in for dinner and her service not only to our table but all tables were efficient i am a manager in a services club so customer service is sooo important and we will definitely be back. Justin via email July 2012
My partner and I were in over the weekend and we were so impressed with the food we just wanted to say a big thank you for making my birthday dinner one we will never forget.
We decided to give Focus by James a try for my birthday dinner after running out of nice restaurant options around our area. I checked out the menu online and it looked amazing, so my partner booked us a table for Saturday night. We actually decided to try the degustation menu and I must say we were more than impressed!! The courses were perfectly matched with wines and the food was just cooked to perfection. All the courses were so delicious that neither of us could pick a favourite. While there was 8 courses, the portion sizes were just perfect and we didn’t leave feeling like we had stuffed ourselves stupid. Overall we were thoroughly impressed and would rate Focus by James as one of our favourite restaurants. We will definitely be back. Keep up the good work. Pamela via email March 2012
I had lunch at your restaurant with my wife yesterday. I had the prawn and chorizo pasta. It was excellent. My wife had the potato and salmon salad and loved it. Warren via email February 2012
Hey James, I was in there last night with the Mrs, just want to express how much we enjoyed our experience at your restaurant. The menu was great, we are really interested in the stranger food, and your menu is one of the best we have ever been to out of all of the restaurants we have eaten at (and there have been a few), but a big thank you to you and the wonderful meals the chefs made for us, we will definitely see you again soon. Justin via email January 2012
My family and I dined with you last night and I just wanted to take the time to THANK YOU for the wonderful experience. The minute we walked in the ambience was calming and the venue looked great. Our waitress (I didn’t get her name but she was a young petite girl) was FANTASTIC!! I cannot praise her enough. She was helpful, professional and best of all made us feel relaxed and like nothing was too much trouble for her. Our meals arrived promptly and were perfectly prepared. We were well and truly satisfied…that is until desert arrived. we were BLOWN AWAY to say the least. None of us have ever eaten a more amazing desert. Four of us had the hazlenut pudding and let me tell you I am still raving about it to everyone I speak to. I was tempted to drive down there after dinner tonight just to have another pudding…! I could not fault it if I tried. My Sister in law had the licquorice parfait (upon our waitress’ recommendation) and her facebook status is currently set telling everyone how amazing it was. Thank you again for such a pleasant dining experience. We will DEFINITELY be back Melinda via email April 2011
Dinner last night at Focus was AMAZING! The Beef Cheeks are a truly amazing taste sensation and the Licorice Parfait has to be experienced to be believed. Thanks to all the team from Barb and Andy via Facebook March 2011
After so many great comments from friends who have been to Focus on James, we decided to book a birthday party and see for ourselves. The mixed entree was delicious, as was the Swordfish. The smaller kids were well catered for and the bigger kids chose from the normal menu. My 11yo son had the Pork Rib and loved it, even the beetroot puree. Service for our large party was excellent and everybody enjoyed the night. We will be definitely making Focus a regular dinner evening. Well done. Foodelicious – Menulog, February 2011
I just wanted to email and thank you for your gracious hospitality again last night. It was our third consecutive Valentine’s dinner at Focus and it’s something we look forward to well in advance. As you’re well aware Kristy has a number of allergies which can make dining out difficult at the best of times. It leaves most restaurants frustrated and snappy when it comes time to order which in turn does not create a comfortable dining atmosphere for us. Focus is different. The way yourself and your team take it all on board and are then able to, and willing to, mix and match a custom masterpiece to suit her is fantastic. It makes us feel like the only patrons dining when the restaurant is actually chockers full! I will say this to any others who might drive past or receive your emails but never seem to get to the restaurant; “If you haven’t yet spent a special occasion at Focus it’s not James who’s missing out… it’s you!” Thanks again James. Andrew via email February 2011
Both my Partner and I were very happy with the service, it felt as if we were the only people there and we were getting special treatment. Very nice food and value for money. Congratulations on running such a nice and solid restaurant and bar. A.Patterson – Menulog, January 2011
Trent and Kacie both enjoyed dinner very much. Thank you for such terrific friendly service. Your restaurant is one of his inspirations for being a chef Trent started his apprenticeship so he can work in restaurants as wonderful as yours and one day own his own place. Thank you again. Crystal via email November 2010
We’ve been to Isis, Sirromet, Brunos, Restaurant II, E’cco and others of that ilk and Focus easily matches restauants of that calibre!We will not hesitate in recommending Focus. in short, Focus Rocks!! (written on table September 2010)