Alex McDonald
27/02/2026
Went to dinner tonight and left extremely unhappy with both the service and the overall experience. The portion sizes were completely off - my steak was tiny and absolutely not worth the price. We were seated out near the old stables on chairs that honestly looked like they belonged in a retirement home. The overall setting didn't match what you'd expect for the cost.
I couldn't finish my meal, and when I asked to take the rest home, I was told they could "only give me what I paid for." Half of my dinner (including chips and salad) was thrown out, and I was only given the main in a takeaway container. Throwing food away instead of allowing a paying customer to take it home is ridiculous.
Apparently this is due to people "stealing from the buffet" - but calling a small selection of rice, potatoes, and fries a buffet is a stretch. If that's the policy, where is the signage? Why are customers not informed beforehand? It felt more like a convenient excuse than a reasonable explanation.
To make matters worse, if your kids want food on a separate plate, it's an extra just for the plate. That's excessive.
It's disappointing for families and locals in Walkerston who just want a nice dinner without having to drive into Mackay, especially when options are limited. The staff themselves were fine - this is more about management and policy. This was my second visit, and unfortunately it will be my last.