The Spit Shack

Been meaning to visit Black Fire for a while and we went this weekend on a Saturday night. The staff were really friendly and attentive which was great. The food was okay. I had read reviews 2 years ago that were fantastic but it seems to have dropped. We ordered the set menu for 3 People and the first 3 meals were so tiny. The final meal of pork, lamb and sides was okay but we still left hungry. Flavours were also nothing spectacular and I didn’t think it was value for money. Thank you to the friendly staff who served us but unlikely to come back.

I was recommended Black Fire a couple of years ago by a South American friend. I think it's lost some of that wowness of a new restaurant but it's still pretty decent. This franchise is along the same vein as Meat & Wine Co. I wouldn't call it fine dining, it's probably a very nice mid range place though. The portion sizes are fairly big, the staff are prompt and attentive and it's good value for money. Ppl giving this restaurant a 3 are too harsh. Entrées: House bread: What were you supposed to pour the oil into? It didn't really come with a dipping saucer. They had butter as well as oil... But no balsamic vinegar. Oysters: small size, good taste Prawns: Large, flavourful, amazing sauce. Octopus: Good amount, good taste. Came with avocado puree, onions, roasted peppers.. Very more-ish. Mains: meat v good. Dessert: large size but a let down. When asked to describe the dessert, the waitress just read about 30% of the printed description on the menu. It was supposed to be cheesecake and loosely resembled a deconstructed one, but didn't taste like one. The big roll of chocolate fondant was surprisingly good. It is World Chocolate Day ( July 7) so it's befitting to eat a big hunk of chocolate today. Drink: lychee mocktail good.

This place used to be a favourite, but today’s experience has left us looking for a new go to place for a great meal. We ordered the house bread which had an added extra of a hair running through it. Our entrees were good, no complaints there other than the way plates are ‘dropped’ in front of you. Service used to be good for follow up drinks and they used to come and top up your water, but there was none of that today. There is no shortage of staff, just a shortage of care and passion for the customer. I ordered a steak med-rare but it was well done. The rest of our meals were great but there were no courtesy calls to see how our meals were or if we wanted any more drinks. We had to go find someone to get a take away container for the other meal and we were presented with containers and the bill was dropped on top. We went to pay and we weren’t asked how our meals were or if we had a nice night - nothing. I was going to politely let them know about the poorly cooked steak and our hairy bread but wasn’t given the opportunity - not to be a trouble maker or for discounts but just so they knew to make it better for others. Instead we paid our bill and are leaving this feedback in a public forum instead. It’s a shame - used to love this place.

We were really excited to try this place but unfortunately it was horrible. I am not sure if they were just having an off day but the service was horrible, especially as we were the only ones in the restaurant. The meat was so so fatty and everything was tasteless. We even had hair in our food and their response was “oh we will take 10% off”.

The atmosphere was good. It wasn't too noisy so we could actually have a good conversation. The food was absolutely delicious and just the right portion. Yes, the meals can be pricey but it was no more expensive than anywhere else around there and it had a selection of food I felt like whereas other restaurants nearby didn't. It's a perfect restaurant to celebrate a special event or occasion.