What the heck U ate over the weekend?

[gary yap]

I'm bringing a visitor from the UK out for lunch, thought of having nasi lemak. Where got nice ones?(preferably air-con)

[kokomo]

Nasi lemak with air-cond? Hahaha .. do you think where is applicable for it? Well, I can suggest to you to bring them to Uncle Lim in Subang Parade / Sunway Pyramid / Ikea but real way to enjoy nasi lemak is with a cup of hot coffee in a coffee shop.

Personally, if they really want to try our local food - you can bring them to SS14, Wong Soon Kee @ 3pm start their fried chicken, veges & mutton curry + sambal on rice. Woohoo ... syiokkk ... pls take note that this is not nasi lemak but just a normal rice.

[gary yap]

Last nite brought him to Souled-Out, a safe bet. Kilkenny damn expensive la, 1 pint RM27.72 after 10+5 tax. :eek:

[kokomo]

Last nite brought him to Souled-Out, a safe bet. Kilkenny damn expensive la, 1 pint RM27.72 after 10+5 tax. :eek:

I would bring him to local spots to enjoy since back in UK those fellas all can drink cheaper beer than us. UNless, your client would be someone who is not adventerous to try and see and experience local places & food. :cool:

[gary yap]

He's based in China and his wife is a Chinese. Souled-Out has either east, west or Indian food, various varieties you can find. I brought him to a restaurant in Serdang for local Chinese food and was thinking since Souled-Out has plenty of choices, should be ok. Recommended Coconut-cooked rice aka Nasi Lemak but he ordered Indian food. Indian food definitely dances well on the British taste-buds.

[kokomo]

Ok, just came back from S'gpore again and this time I tried their famous Boon Tong Kee chicken rice. I see many people there had to Q to wait for tables. As it is a normal thing all around in Singapore so just wait after 2 mins went in - served me at the end of the shop which is actually the back way out. 3 pax so is really a bloody small table.

Ordered:

1. White steam chicken - not bad!
2. Rice - 'yau fan' this is really 'yau' = oily but the aroma of the rice is there & really steamy hot.
3. Kangkong belacan - not over cooked which is good but they use a lot of chili & oil which makes it real spicy with the lots of oil there.
4. Fried taugeh - not appetizing at all looking at it & it's over cooked.
5. Pot of tea - the tea is really good, after meal just drink it down can feel it washes those oily food down.

Initially I wanted to try the famous Hainanese chicken rice which is in Novena just directly opposite the church there but not my day :( it was close for renovation.

Oh yeah, the chili sauce they use, everyone tells me that their chili is good but when I tasted it; it's really not bad I can taste its spicy but at the same time is also sweet. I would say this is not my preferred kind of chili.

[kokomo]

Saturday brunch I went to Crystal Jade in ToaPayoh - I ordered:

1. Sliced fish porridge (the porridge is smooth but not enough of taste)
2. La Mian soup w/ fried pork ribs (the pork ribs is good but the noodles are tasteless)
3. HK Kai Lan w/ garlic (the garlic should be cut not chop garlic but the kai lan vege stem are one of the huge ones which I've ever eaten) :eek:
4. Egg tart (very nice and the sweetnes is there but might feel is a lil too sweet)
5. Siew Mai (it's normal but the size of it is bigger)
6. Char Siew Pau (tasty)

All those dim sum; upon order only they start steaming it therefore time taken is slightly longer. I see other tables, most of them they order garoupa fish steam (very fresh as I see it and they will prepare the fish only upon order - take out from the aquarium).

My Saturday lunch is an enjoyable meal overall. :)

[kokomo]

I went to Kuriya which is another branch of Ichiban Boshi a slightly more exclusive outlet in Great World City. They have 2 branch in that complex - one is fine dining and another is the normal sushi outlet but more exclusive than others cos they have a small mini mart that sells salmon, unagi & etc incld their sauce.

It was quite a long wait there as the Q is about 20m long. When our turn came and got a table, very quickly we open the menu and ordered:

1. Grilled Tiger Prawns (real huge) w/ miso paste
2. Grilled Squid on a leafs (is a type of leafs which can't be burn out)
3. Cha Soba & Unagi rice set
4. Chicken shabu (also have mushroom, veges & shark fin)
5. Soft shell crab (1 plate has 3 pcs & its meaty) worth it
6. 1 plate of hana maki (wrap salmon w/ mayonese)
7. 1 plate of (salmon roe, top w/ mayonese & chili oil & top wif salmon) can't find it in M'sia & is something new - nice!

[gtl]

kena chicken pox, ended up with a miserable weekend at home. :(

[gary yap]

Lots of M'sians here is under the impression that food in S'pore 'sucks' but I think it's more of an acquired taste. The preps are slightly different e.g. wanton mee they put in ketchup(some even chilli sauce). I find it different but acceptable. Char Koay Teow also put in sweetened sauce but overall it's not exaggeratedly lousy as perceived.

[LMei]

Went to Naili's in Taipan on Saturday evening. Food is horrible. Hubby ordered the burrito. No flavor. I ordered the shepherd's pie. First time in my life eating a soggy shepherd's pie. The whole dish is soggy including the mash potato on the top. The wild mushroom soup does not have enough cream. Halfway through dinner, hubby saw a huge rat jumped up onto a chair and went through a hole into the drinks counter. We decided to leave then.

Sunday night had dinner at Fig & Olive in Pyramid. Our first time experience there was quite pleasant. But this time round, hubby ordered spinach pasta. The flavor does not blend, the sauce is sour and does not go well with the pasta and the muchrooms. I ordered olio penne. It was tasteless. Had to add salt on top.

No luck with food last weekend.

[gary yap]

Went to Scarlett in Cineleisure for Happy Hr, service lousy. Went to Nirvana in Bangsar, sambal prawns damn power man! Lastly went to Social to wash down the oil with Skyy Vodka with Ribena. :) The best part is all this is done while it's raining cats and dogs.

[kokomo]

Lots of M'sians here is under the impression that food in S'pore 'sucks' but I think it's more of an acquired taste. The preps are slightly different e.g. wanton mee they put in ketchup(some even chilli sauce). I find it different but acceptable. Char Koay Teow also put in sweetened sauce but overall it's not exaggeratedly lousy as perceived.

Seriously, I was one of them that thinks that S'gpore food is not up to standard for me. Most of their food made there, really different from what we usually eats here. Taste different & look different. Mainly most of their food are sweet. Where as here in M'sia we can taste all kind of taste in the food from bitter to sweet to sour to spicy to something in our food. :eek:

[kokomo]

kena chicken pox, ended up with a miserable weekend at home. :(

Ahhh .. sad; I guess you're taking a lot of liquid food eh .. :rolleyes:
Sorry man, didn't have the time to get in touch with you when I was in S'gpore again.

Get well soon! :)

[AllUrban]

Naili's in Taipan is definitely overrated...no plan to ever go back there, especially with Logenhaus and Strawberry Fields being so nearby. I did go to Pancake House at Sunway...this is a brand from the Philippines. Generally the food is good and the portions are big...I dont get much craving for "American" style breakfasts but I found it to be a nice place for the costs

I still prefer Paddington House of Pancakes for taste and variety tho...get that into Sunway or somewhere in SJ and I'll be there regularly.

Cheers, m

[gary yap]

Last nite went to Las Carretas, first time since they shifted close to 2 years back. Only had liquid diet :D

[gtl]

Ahhh .. sad; I guess you're taking a lot of liquid food eh .. :rolleyes:
Sorry man, didn't have the time to get in touch with you when I was in S'gpore again.

Get well soon! :)

bro, call me also no point, i am under house arrest for 2 weeks, be back in subang this weekend for the election!!!

chicken rice - in singapore, go to Seah Street, there is a few pure hainanese joint there which serve very good authentic hainanese fare like chicken rice, pork chop, mutton soup and mixed vege.

[gary yap]

There is this shop in Geylang that sells scissors curry rice. The meats and vege cut by scissors.

[gtl]

There is this shop in Geylang that sells scissors curry rice. The meats and vege cut by scissors.

singaporean call them hainanese curry rice, not my favourite as they like to banjir the rice with curry - something like nasi kandar.

[gary yap]

One man's meat is another man's poison. You can actually tell them to give you a separate bowl of curry. As for Nasi Kandar, they 'kuah-campur' hence giving it the soggy feel. If we go in a group, then they'll mix the curries in a bowl.

[kokomo]

So hainanese curry rice - they really use scissors & cut? Why? That one cater for people with weaker or lesser teeth'ma. :D

I've yet to go around Geylang area or that Seah Street that you've mentioned. If I remember the next time I'm there surely I'll go just to try it. ;) I'm more keen with that chicken rice & pork chop you've mention gtl.

[gtl]

So hainanese curry rice - they really use scissors & cut? Why? That one cater for people with weaker or lesser teeth'ma. :D

I've yet to go around Geylang area or that Seah Street that you've mentioned. If I remember the next time I'm there surely I'll go just to try it. ;) I'm more keen with that chicken rice & pork chop you've mention gtl.

they cut the pork chop mah!! that's why some name their shop Scissors lor.

[gtl]

One man's meat is another man's poison. You can actually tell them to give you a separate bowl of curry. As for Nasi Kandar, they 'kuah-campur' hence giving it the soggy feel. If we go in a group, then they'll mix the curries in a bowl.

do agree, you can tell them not the banjir the rice or hold the sauce.
talking abt nasi kandar, kinda missed Pelita's food in butterworth!!

[kokomo]

Don't they allow people to cut the pork chop themselves? Using fork & knife? Hehehe .. I don't know about the hainanese in S'gpore but in M'sia here hainanese pork chop is a whole piece for you to cut yourself or you can eat it with your hands also no problem. :cool:

So there is actually a shop name Scissors in Seah Street or Geylang? :confused:

[gtl]

kokomo, this is different bcs it is sold as economical rice type. so they cut the pork chop lah.

[ILoveFryChicken]

Pelita in butterworth!!, which part in butterworth? i really want to try. i love pelita. pelita never let me down. i told you 1 sick experience i had in Butterworth bus station nasi ayam. DONT GO THERE. i saw a white worm beside my brothers chicken rice.

i knew it was a bad place to eat, but i never knew it was THAT BAD!

Pelita in Butterworth. sounds so nice.

[gary yap]

Some might not like it but I liked the one in Subang Business Centre, Makbul Nasi Kandar. The other fav is Hassan Nasi Kandar in Bdr Baru Bangi. Pelita ok also but don't think I saw any here in Klang Valley(KV).

[kokomo]

Yesterday nite went to Puchong to try this Grill King. When I was there, I would say that place was pretty quiet but they did put up some nice musics around. Place is clean & neat. Can see that this place is a newly open and since it's new and the price is still affordable; decided to give it a try.

They're mainly serving western food but they also have local food served as well. Overall the food is pretty good.

I ordered:

1. Fried rice beef
2. Beef soup noodle
3. 'Ngau yuk hor' - kongfu beef kueh teow
4. Grilled chicken chop
5. Cape cod fish
6. Grilled breast meat chicken w/ sauce
7. Mushroom soup
8. Garlic bread

None of the above I find the food not nice. All also tasty and it comes with set (mushroom soup & a drink) with add of RM1 each.

They also have this Yakitori (Japanese satay) which we can choose either beef, chicken or lamb. They also serve set lunch during the day. If those work around there then probably you can try it. ;)

[fRaNkY]

TJ Haus ..... shoplots right across SJ Bomba. European Dining.

3 Dinner (Mahi2 Fish, Duck, Kids Fish fingers), 2 soup (Orange sumthing), 4 drinks + 1 garlic bread = RM99

[kokomo]

Had lunch in Fig Tree, Damansara Heights area in Jalan Dungun. Ambience of the place is nice and relaxing inside as for outside is just a small place for smokers to be around there.

I had their Nyonya fried rice that comes with a fried drumstick (not bad) & its' crispy, sambal prawns, keropok udang & a small sauce plate of sambal to go with it. I would say overall the food is not bad but didn't really like their sambal prawns cos it ain't that fresh, not big and sambal not spicy & tasty enuff for me. Other dishes there is fish & chips (I see the portion which is quite big and it smells good). :) If you order fried kueh teow, it comes in a very long plate with some salad veges & a fairly portion enough for ladies that want to watch their figures but it tastes good as well. Personally I find it a bit too wet.

[gary yap]

Wa Kokomo, you can be food expert la, can seek your advice la. :D

[kokomo]

Wa Kokomo, you can be food expert la, can seek your advice la. :D

:o I am only a regular person going about cari makan. That's all .... I believe many out there has been to more places and tasted more than me. ;) Some luckier, they get paid to go eat around.

[kokomo]

Earlier just now went and try this Canton-i in 1Utama and actually this restaurant is also owned by the same owner of Dragon-i cos 1 of the plate they use to serve us there is a mark on it that says Dragon-i. Food is good but the price is slightly higher than Dragon-i.

I had:

1. Seafood fried rice (seafood are fresh, it has salted egg inside as well - taste different from Dragon-i)
2. 'Ngau Lam' noodle soup (tasty and good)
3. 'Pei tan sau yuk' porridge (porridge is really smooth & full of scallops)
4. Shrimp wanton (5 pcs) inside the prawns are big & juicy
5. Fried carrot cake w/ XO sauce (outside is dry but once bite it, is juicy and nice inside w/ 'ha mai' tiny shrimps)

If order chinese tea its' RM2 but refillable and the tea very 'pekat' taste and plain water also they charge as written in the menu is RM1 also refillable.

Environment of the place is nice & we get to see the nice landscape done outside 1Utama as cozy & garden feel.

During lunch time by 12pm the place is packed suddenly cos of the nearby office around but nite time the business is also just as good.

[Chermaine]

Kokomo, then you shouldn not miss the 'siew yauk' very nice!
Overall, the food is better the dragon i i should say!

[kokomo]

Kokomo, then you shouldn not miss the 'siew yauk' very nice!
Overall, the food is better the dragon i i should say!

Yea, I saw the 'siew yuk' hanging from outside and me watching it startin' to *drool* also ... hehehe ... will try it the next time I go there again. Only thing I don't see them serving is 'siew long pau'.

[hmckl]

Fig & Olive - new wing of Sunway Pyramid

Not sure if it's Meditteranean or Middle Eastern-influences 'western' cuisines, including steaks and lots of sandwiches choices. I enjoyed the steak as it was well-marinated with delicious spices & cooked just well done as I liked them.
The chicken sandwich was also good plus it was also supposed to be 'healthy' ie low in salt, fat.
What I had:
Zafira Set (soup, beef steak, guava juice + sliced fruits) for RM29.90++
Picante Chicken Kebab Rm9.90

Direct Access + CIMB cc get 10% discount too.

Go try it if you want some alternative tasting steaks from the usual.
(I have eaten here twice & have no regrets at all).

[gary yap]

tho i had lontong this morning, saw your recommendation i also hungry now :confused: how come?

[kokomo]

Last Saturday morning went to Klang and had BKT (Bak Kut Teh) in Taman Rasnah. Been a long time didn't had it there. Oooo .. the taste of it still there just like before. There are 2 corner shop BKT facing that empty field, the second shop is the better one.

[fRaNkY]

Our motto should be "Live to Eat!" :D

[kokomo]

Our motto should be "Live to Eat!" :D

Nowadays, I'll only go for food like this when only I have 'D cravings for it. Tryin' to cut down also ... :o Now tend to eat more healthy way .. veges!!! :D

[gary yap]

Last Saturday morning went to Klang and had BKT (Bak Kut Teh) in Taman Rasnah. Been a long time didn't had it there. Oooo .. the taste of it still there just like before. There are 2 corner shop BKT facing that empty field, the second shop is the better one.

Speaking of BKT, there's one in Bdr Baru Sg Long also very nice, very Klangish. Will get the address and shop name soon.

[gary yap]

I just had Sar Hor Fun in SS2 for lunch. Had the prawn wanton noodles and tow-gay. Not bad, soup quite nice. Shop name is Restoran Hor Fun, same row as Maybank.

[Mr.YumYum]

Last weekend I had tom yam soup, szechuan hot & spicy soup, black pepper beef and sweet & sour prawns in one of the restaurant along Batu Ferringhi Rd, Penang. The name of the restaurant is Boatman at 46, Batu Ferringhi Road.
The food is tasty, worth the money I spent. Especially I like the dessert, banana fritters with icecream, long time haven't had this dessert, really yummy. The staff there are very friendly. Next time when I go BF I want to try the pancakes with icecream and american breakfast there, seems delicious too.

www.worldisround.com/articles/344336/index.html (http://www.worldisround.com/articles/344336/index.html)

[fRaNkY]

Nowadays, I'll only go for food like this when only I have 'D cravings for it. Tryin' to cut down also ... :o Now tend to eat more healthy way .. veges!!! :D

Hopefully, craving not every day har :rolleyes: :D

Had Curry Fish head under the tree. Stall near TMC bangsar. Cant miss it. Full of people during lunch :eek:

[jeffchua]

I just had Sar Hor Fun in SS2 for lunch. Had the prawn wanton noodles and tow-gay. Not bad, soup quite nice. Shop name is Restoran Hor Fun, same row as Maybank.

Towgay?wat gay food is that :D

[gary yap]

goes well with fruit punch :D well, hokkien pronounciation is tow-gay ma...

[kokomo]

Last Saturday went to a house warming party, caterer is by Group Base.

They have this fried rice which many will think is the normal 'Yong Chow Fried Rice' but this included raisins in it which is not to my preferred taste bud but many of them like their fried rice there - to me, I just don't like raisins that much. Top the rice with some curry squid which is nice as the curry is thick.

They also have:

1. Assam Laksa
2. Char Kueh Teow
3. Rojak
4. DIY sotong kangkung & taufu bakar
5. Ais kacang
6. Lovely 'nam yu' fried chicken
7. Roast lamb & beef

All the above food is halal but what I would take most is the char kueh teow & the 'nam yu' fried chicken and their roast lamb & beef The minute the chicken is out - everyone is out there to grab it. So is the roast lamb. The lamb is superbly tender (mebbe I got the best part of the lamb) :D

The meat is so tender although their mint sauce is not that thick, more of the olive oil there and they also have mushroom sauce to go with the roast beef. The fried kueh teow is fried on the spot.

The assam laksa is really 'assam' and spicy enough to give that kick. DIY sotong kangkong, you can add as much sotong or kangkong in it as how you want to eat it. Ain't that good? Outside you just can request for it to be this way, if you do just pay more'lor.

Taufu bakar is also good, crispy enough to bite it and yet it won't break all over the place when you eat it. :)

[kokomo]

Yesterday had dinner in Telok Gong; which is famous for having todi w/ guinness and enjoy some seafood there.

1. Fried mee hoon w/ lala (tiny miserable lala)
2. Fried sotong - crispy & tasty
3. Fried fish (the ones which look like ikan bilis but this is the bigger species) :eek: It's so crispy that the head & the bone also can be eaten.
4. Salted crabs (not recommeded) - it doesn't taste as nice
5. Curry leaves fried crab (this is still good and the egg in it still awesome) *yum* :p
6. Fried oyster omelette (from the outside looks like plain & not that many oyster but once you tear it open; its' full of oyster) :)
7. Hokkien mee (really a bad choice to order)
8. Sayur raja (any normal vege but its' a bit oily)
9. Steamed prawns (this will be my fav there but there isn't enough of sauce for me to drink - it has added some chinese wine there for more aroma with ginger & egg white there) OOommppphh!!! :D

[CS Chua]

Yesterday had dinner in Telok Gong; which is famous for having todi w/ guinness and enjoy some seafood there.

1. Fried mee hoon w/ lala (tiny miserable lala)
2. Fried sotong - crispy & tasty
3. Fried fish (the ones which look like ikan bilis but this is the bigger species) :eek: It's so crispy that the head & the bone also can be eaten.
4. Salted crabs (not recommeded) - it doesn't taste as nice
5. Curry leaves fried crab (this is still good and the egg in it still awesome) *yum* :p
6. Fried oyster omelette (from the outside looks like plain & not that many oyster but once you tear it open; its' full of oyster) :)
7. Hokkien mee (really a bad choice to order)
8. Sayur raja (any normal vege but its' a bit oily)
9. Steamed prawns (this will be my fav there but there isn't enough of sauce for me to drink - it has added some chinese wine there for more aroma with ginger & egg white there) OOommppphh!!! :D
Which particular restaurant did you dine in? Can you share how much was the total bill and for how many people? Thinking of bringing friends there.

[gary yap]

If I'm not mistaken you have to pass the ProJet Station(now Shell I think) and further up you'll see a Keadilan signboard then turn left, if that's the same restaurant we're talking. I still prefer toddy with beer, refreshing and cooling. :) Price-wise... mmm the last time I was there 2 years back was close to 500 for around 12 pax and similar type as Kokomo(except one of my crab dish is fried with beehoon). Price not inclusive of todi.

[CS Chua]

I have been to Teluk Gong and noted that there are a few restaurants. The big one has lots of people and are very popular. There are many smaller ones.

Which is the better one? In terms of quality and price.

[gary yap]

Mostly are similar, just like their bah kut teh. You won't get that huge difference in terms of pricing or taste but it's individual preferences.

[kokomo]

Which particular restaurant did you dine in? Can you share how much was the total bill and for how many people? Thinking of bringing friends there.

I went to the second restaurant called Coconut Flower Seafood Restaurant. There's about 8 of us there and the total bill cost about RM280-300 ;)

[gary yap]

Ahhh... there's 2 or 3 around the area right? I been there before, very resort-style. another name called lao fu zi something I think.

[CS Chua]

I went to the second restaurant called Coconut Flower Seafood Restaurant. There's about 8 of us there and the total bill cost about RM280-300 ;)
I went there once and it was quite good. Prices was reasonable too.

BTW, some Singaporean coffeeshops serve crabs with humongous roes inside. Of course it costs S$35 per kilo but one kilo of that crab (usually one crab) can satisfy 4 persons as it is very meaty. Can we find such crabs here?

[kokomo]

I went there once and it was quite good. Prices was reasonable too.

BTW, some Singaporean coffeeshops serve crabs with humongous roes inside. Of course it costs S$35 per kilo but one kilo of that crab (usually one crab) can satisfy 4 persons as it is very meaty. Can we find such crabs here?

Normally around 1kg can serve 4 person already but then knowing M'sians, we'll have 2kg of crabs of each 1kg in different style. Another place I can recommend for crabs is in 'Tak Fuk' - there's one in Kepong (original shop) another branch is in Bandar Puteri Puchong. You also have to request from them that you want the crab with roes cos most times they don't give. Mebbe that is also due to the style we want to eat the crab.

Like if you eat salted egg crab then the crab normally don't have roes in it cos it would be dry & taste is different.

[aRwEn]

a fren belanja me korean bbq at korea hse, ss2... row behind d balai polis.

d bbq meat wuz tender n well-marinated...

oso tried their version of mixed rice or rather 'nasi gaul'... cos all d ingredients r put in2 a stone pot n mixed together wit d rice... ;)

n their spicy kimchi soup is not bad as well.

all in all, not bad.... but it still doesnt beat han woo rii in one ampang avenue.

:)

[gary yap]

something simpler... everytime i see the tea-lady makan roti canai in the pantry and the smell is overwhelmingly attractive... ta pau 2 pcs yesterday :D

[ignatio103]

Went Qing Ming Last Friday...on The Way Back Had Lunch. Ordered Lat Thong Intestine Claypot N Claypot .kg Chicken In Semenyih..wonderful :)

[gary yap]

Have you try the shop in the house aka NO.53. It's on the way to the ostrich farm.

[ignatio103]

Nope....didnt Realise In Such Ulu Area Ada Hidden
Food Gem...need More Info :)

[gary yap]

Cheap and nice. If from Kajang, head toward Semenyih till the traffic lights that, turn left(same direction to the ostrich farm) then it's on the left hand side with the number 53(or is it 54). Their specialty is 'sang har noodles', Guiness Stout Pork Ribs', calamari and lots more. Price is reasonable. Not sure if it's true but they also serve dog meat(have to book in advance...).

[racheljansz]

Not sure if it's true but they also serve dog meat(have to book in advance...).
What!!!!!
Poor thing!
Eating meat is bad enough, lagi eat people's pet!!
Sorry dog is defiantly not on my list.

[gary yap]

me too :mad: but what to do, there are Chinese who are into 'unconventional' meat. What's more it's a welcoming dish of Korea :eek:

[kokomo]

Went Qing Ming Last Friday...on The Way Back Had Lunch. Ordered Lat Thong Intestine Claypot N Claypot .kg Chicken In Semenyih..wonderful :)

I've been hearing a lot about this place. Do you have a map to provide in here that I can find this place easily? Been wanting to try this place already since so many has mentioned about it. :)

[gary yap]

Try the Lat Thong in Serdang la, no need travel so far.

[ignatio103]

me too :mad: but what to do, there are Chinese who are into 'unconventional' meat. What's more it's a welcoming dish of Korea :eek:
the direction u mention should be .....say at traffic lite turn left whic is toward nirvana memorial park direction.
As i do notice somewhere in the middle of travelling to the park ,i saw a sign displayed ostrich park. will keep a lookout at this restoran 53.

[gary yap]

the direction u mention should be .....say at traffic lite turn left whic is toward nirvana memorial park direction.
As i do notice somewhere in the middle of travelling to the park ,i saw a sign displayed ostrich park. will keep a lookout at this restoran 53.


Yes it it, straight after the left turn, less than 500m you should be able to see it. The best is be there before 12 cos parking and restaurant will be pack. If you go straight after the traffic light(instead of turning left), there's a right turn into the school area and you can see an attap Malay stall selling Nasi Ayam and 'see-hum'. Very nice!

[kokomo]

I'm wondering now, in Penang during night is there any other place for food besides Gurney Drive? The open air hawkers there ain't that good. Anyone can give me any other options around? :confused: :rolleyes: Say if I'm in the center of town where can I go grab good food?

[racheljansz]

I'm wondering now, in Penang during night is there any other place for food besides Gurney Drive? The open air hawkers there ain't that good. Anyone can give me any other options around? :confused: :rolleyes: Say if I'm in the center of town where can I go grab good food?
You can try these spots also
http://www.usj.com.my/bulletin/upload/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=42717
and here
http://www.usj.com.my/bulletin/upload/showthread.php?t=19298

[kokomo]

You can try these spots also
http://www.usj.com.my/bulletin/upload/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=42717
and here
http://www.usj.com.my/bulletin/upload/showthread.php?t=19298

Thanks Rachel. You're now like the walking dictionary / GPS for Penang. Heheh .. :)

[aRwEn]

went 4 a fren's bday celebration last wknd... it was at porta romano, tmn tun.... very nice mediterranean food.... good ambience as well. ;)

[Amanda]

Had dinner in Sawasdee, Summit USJ. Ordered their specialty fish, kangkung, seafood tomyam, 2 soft drinks, 1 coconut and 2 desserts. Cost us around RM 90. Quite reasonable.

[GreyShadow]

had Wendy's 3/4 pounder burger medium combo for lunch at Pyramid last weekend
3 pieces of quarter pound meat with 2 pieces of cheeses = lasted me way past dinner time.

their Medium size = McD's Large, and Small = McD's medium ;)

[racheljansz]

had Wendy's 3/4 pounder burger medium combo for lunch at Pyramid last weekend
3 pieces of quarter pound meat with 2 pieces of cheeses = lasted me way past dinner time.

their Medium size = McD's Large, and Small = McD's medium ;)Oo... did not realised they have open already.
How's the crowd?
How's price compare to McD's and Carl's Jr?
Waah ... I've got so many questions,
Never mind, will visit them next month.

[gary yap]

Had dinner in Sawasdee, Summit USJ. Ordered their specialty fish, kangkung, seafood tomyam, 2 soft drinks, 1 coconut and 2 desserts. Cost us around RM 90. Quite reasonable.

Went for their Happy Hr and pool, reasonable. Pool very new but now don't know. Whole place very resort-like, particularly the restrooms.

[GreyShadow]

Oo... did not realised they have open already.
How's the crowd?
How's price compare to McD's and Carl's Jr?
Waah ... I've got so many questions,
Never mind, will visit them next month.
it's packed during meal time, since they have limited seats plus the current hype

price is compatible to McD but slightly more expensive, but still cheaper than Carl's Jr
the most expensive item on the menu is the 3/4 pounder burger large combo, RM20 for it.
Not really recommend Large combo unless you're really really hungry or you are used to mat salleh's serving size. :D I already having problem finishing the medium combo :p

[gary yap]

Man... It's a must-go place.

[LMei]

Went to Canton Bay in Sunway Pyramid with hubby. Had the sambal beef fried rice and roast duck + Suey kau noodle. Food is nice and environment pleasant.

[kokomo]

Last 2 days went to tried this Food Laundry in section 17 PJ. Recommended by my friend to bring me there. Mainly they serve western food but they also have local food which is either nasi lemak or fried rice. I tried their fried rice & cordon blue chicken & had a desert crepe which reminds me of the indonesian kuih lapis. Overall, the food is good.

[honeybee]

Last 2 days went to tried this Food Laundry in section 17 PJ.

Err... did you mean Food Foundry? :)

[kokomo]

Err... did you mean Food Foundry? :)

Ooppsss ... :o Yes, that's where I meant it. :)

[kokomo]

Yesterday had Taiwan Shi-Lin oyster mee suah & XXL cripsy chicken, I notice that these 2 that is high in demand has gone up the price from Rm5.50 to RM6! Anyway, yesterday I find that the standard of their food has drop slightly already. Wasn't that tasty anymore and the sauce that has flour is thicker.

Then I tried Kebab King which is next to them; ordered lamb but no more so second option is the beef. The beef is already pre-sliced and is not like last time I first tried in pasar malam which they actually slice on the spot according to order. Way the beef is being sliced isn't that nice it's in small pieces. The wrap of the whole kebab is very small & thin plus the price difference. Even in Summit last time there is this kebab shop next to KFC is nicer than the one in 1Utama.

[kokomo]

Yesterday I had lunch at Friendster cafe in Damansara Perdana. Setting and environment quite nice & comfy but the parking ... worst than being in Taipan. Anyway, ordered their set lunch which is their Friendster fried rice with fried chicken top w/ mayo & mushroom in it. I say this is not bad and with additional of RM2, you get ice lemon tea.

Worth trying it but as for the one in Sunway Pyramid, am not sure how good it is there but this one in Damansara Perdana is the original place. When it comes to asking them for the bill, they are pretty slow in getting it.

[gary yap]

Then must try Facebook Cafe too :D I couldn't recall what I had over the weekend, mmm :confused:

I had dinner in Restoran Hassan(Hassay in Kelantan) last nite, power kampung chicken and belachan.

[racheljansz]

Yesterday I had lunch at Friendster cafe in Damansara Perdana.If you happen to be there again, Damansara Perdana.
Do check out the pai kut mee at the TB coffee shop. The coffee shop is a corner shop.
The pai kut mee stall is just outside, at the back corner and backlane.

[kokomo]

Then must try Facebook Cafe too :D I couldn't recall what I had over the weekend, mmm :confused:

I had dinner in Restoran Hassan(Hassay in Kelantan) last nite, power kampung chicken and belachan.

Where is this Facebook cafe? You sure it exist or you ate it virtually? Kelantanist food not bad, only when I'm in Kelantan which I have to eat it anyway but I like their nasi kukus with some vege and curry there.

[kokomo]

If you happen to be there again, Damansara Perdana.
Do check out the pai kut mee at the TB coffee shop. The coffee shop is a corner shop.
The pai kut mee stall is just outside, at the back corner and backlane.

The parking is so hard to find, if I weren't there meeting client; I don't think I will wanna drop by there during the day. This TB shop you mentioned is this over the other end of the location which at the junction I can see a corner coffee shop?

[racheljansz]

The parking is so hard to find, if I weren't there meeting client; I don't think I will wanna drop by there during the day. This TB shop you mentioned is this over the other end of the location which at the junction I can see a corner coffee shop?At the other end of the road the Friendster cafe is facing, near to the low cost apartments.
Yes parking is terrible!
I remember when it first open, it was so easy.
You can choose which spot is more shady. :D

[gary yap]

Where is this Facebook cafe? You sure it exist or you ate it virtually? Kelantanist food not bad, only when I'm in Kelantan which I have to eat it anyway but I like their nasi kukus with some vege and curry there.

just pulling your leg la, since you mentioned friendster cafe there should be a facebook cafe.
kelantanese food is always a welcome for me if those who is adventurous enough to try tempoyak(fermented durian with chilli padi and others).

[kokomo]

Last weekend I went to Puchong in Puteri area there which is around Giant & Citibank there. Found this new place called Dapur Nyonya. Went in there & found out that they serve penang delicacies and they also had this big banner in front there saying that they have crabs at RM18 per kg.

Look at the menu, there are so many things I wanted to order but finally I just ordered:

1. Petai fried rice
2. Oh-chien (fried oyster omelette)
3. Fried tong fun (glass noodle)
4. Fried mee suah
5. Lotus root w/ assorted vegetables
6. Spicy chili nyonya crab
7. Pai tee
8. Watermelon juice
9. Ice chinese tea
10. Fried chicken wing w/ otak-otak

Concept of the place is quite cozy and surprisingly dinner time is packed and upstairs also they have tables but all of it are meant for 8-10pax. You'll feel the setting there are a bit nyonya style and modern as well.

Overall, the food is good cos its' tasty and you can feel the spice there also. Remember to ask for their sambal belacan if you're having your fried noodle / fried rice goes well with it. :) I simply just love the way they did their fried chicken wing as I've never really tried it before with combination of otak-otak there.

I just don't quite prefer to have crab there cos their spicy chili crab is nice but after eating, I feel the sauce they made there are quite sticky and crabs are smaller than elsewhere I've eaten.

This shop is located just next to Old Town Kopitiam which is facing Giant in Puchong. The damage is less than RM90. So is quite worth it to go there. At the moment now, they have not start charging service charge / 5% tax.

[coleslaw]

that's a lot of food for ONE person! :D :eek:

[gary yap]

:D ... and that's dinner only, wonder what Kokomo have for supper :D

[kokomo]

that's a lot of food for ONE person! :D :eek:

Haha .. :D oppss... those are for 4 pax only. :p

[kokomo]

:D ... and that's dinner only, wonder what Kokomo have for supper :D

Normally I don't take supper! :cool: :mad: :p

[Weezy]

thanks for the recommendation kokomo. will go try that dapur nyonya place next time. after that can go hai siang for kopi!! :p

[AllUrban]

gf was feeling sick so I suggested that we have steamboat...so of course we went to Bandar Puteri, Puchong...it's like the steamboat capital of the Klang Valley.

Sice the Japanese shabu shabu place (Mizi) that we usually go to was full, we decided to walk around.

Saw another steamboat place called "Good Times' and went there instead.

They use the charcoal fire for cooking...and the smell and the heat really made the food taste a lot better.

We ate a standard set for 2 pax, and finished everything, even the cabbage leaves. The food was tasty but not too spicy. I didnt even use any extra sauces because things tasted very good.

Total bill was about RM30.

Cheers, m

[gary yap]

thanks for the recommendation kokomo. will go try that dapur nyonya place next time. after that can go hai siang for kopi!! :p

Next time I'll park inside Giant parking lot near to the edge, no need walk so far :D

[gary yap]

2 or 3 weeks back Ho Chaik had been visiting Puchong and the number of nice eateries there are overwhelmingly popular. Even I passed by there lunch time the number of shops are filled to the brim. Must spend the next following month hunting and camping there for food. :D

[TiNKeRFY]

went to SS2 today for dinner..
Noticed the Shall We Meet restaurant was no longer there and was replaced by Greenwood Cafe..
Ordered their Thai fried rice with pineapple and crispy prawn, Chinese fried rice with salted fish, and BBQ Chicken wings..
Ambience was ok but kinda hot..
Thai fried rice arrived after 20mins and with the news that my Chinese fried rice was 'fInished' so I ordered a club sandwich which took another 20mins to reach me.. Then my gf took a bite at the Crispy Prawn and spit it out after a few chews because they had shells in the not-crispy-at-all prawns.. So I called the waitress and she was quite surprised to see shells and took it back to show the cook.. While I was almost finishing my club sandwich, the waiter came back with two prawns and they seemed bigger.. But still there were shells.. So we decided to just put it aside..
Then came the BBQ Chicken Wings.. So raw they actually bleed when I tried to cut it.. Again I made a complaint and so the waiter took it back to the kitchen.. I've almost lost it but remained calm.. After waiting for another 15mins, I had them bungkus..
So after calling for the bill, I requested to talk to the owner/manager who seems to be ready and had been eagerly awaiting for me to ask for her..
I politely enquired about why the prawns were battered and fried without shelling? She answer proudly that it was their unique signature way of preparing prawns.. (imagine tempura prawns but with shells) I suggested that if they wanna make the shells edible, she'll need to deep fry them longer.. And still she was still being very defensive and not even apologetic.. I then complained about the chicken wings being uncooked.. She says its normal.. So I paid the bill for not wanting to listen to any more rubbish from someone with such defensive behaviours.

Four thumbs down for Greenwood Cafe!
Four thumbs down for Greenwood Cafe for lousy food and bad customer service.. Highly not recommended!!

[fRaNkY]

Wah! thats make me hungry again :D

Had margaret yTf for dinner tonite.... tapau because many people and living nearby.... can eat comfortably at home with air cond :D

Last week, tried one of the Hochiak.... fried "like goreng pisang" lychee and pineapple at... tmn megah F C. not bad.... sauce... honey... also CCF..... :D

[gary yap]

Just had satay babi and satay celup in Malacca yesterday lunch and last nite. Follow by a trip to Geographer for beer to wash down the oil.

[RichLock]

Hi guys, I am new to Puchong. If I park at Giant, are those nice makan stalls/places within walking distant?

[Weezy]

thanks for the recommendation kokomo. will go try that dapur nyonya place next time. after that can go hai siang for kopi!! :p

i tried this place out and its not bad... not that nyonya though..
had the mixed platter, the watermelon sparkling chicken, dried prawn butter sotong and stir fried lotus root dish. nice. not all that cheap though.

[gary yap]

Hi guys, I am new to Puchong. If I park at Giant, are those nice makan stalls/places within walking distant?

Park near to the car wash side and walk to Hai Siang.

[Weezy]

there's plenty of parking on the roadside next to the Giant... ;)
dun worry!

there quite a number of makan places around there... but more if you get on the area opposite to giant after you turn right under the flyover. :cool:

[bslee]

Ok..I HAD to try the newly opened Indian restaurant at USJ 9/5M.
Cleanliness: 9/10 Restaurant is BRAND NEW!
Food quality and taste : 8.5/10 Err.. usual fare..but I'm happy seeing many Indian customers there..it must be exciting!. No Indian customers there..something damn wrong!..thats my take!.
Service : 8.5/10 (Better than sour and unfriendly faced waiters at Sri Paandi)
Price: Rather on the high side: RM5/- for vegetarian and Chicken Varuval is RM4/- End up roughly RM10+ a head for BL meal. Hmmmm.. What's RM10 these days?.

Many a time I miss so much that now closed down Sri Paandi offshoot restaurant at Sect 11PJ.. Those were really fun times for me and the best kick ass BL meal for RM6 all in!!..Mana mahu cari macam tu lagi ah??? SIGH! SIGH! :(

[gary yap]

How long was that RM6 you paid? :confused: Now everthing increased, won't be surprise vege set is RM5(RM6 in Kanna, Sect 17 I think). I love BL, will take note! Thanx Lee.

[Weezy]

now i am craving for BL liao.

unker gary, bila free to meet up?

[gary yap]

Hope soon... This month schedule tight, got visitor. Have to entertain till night. Maybe this weekend? Aiyah, got Malay wedding lunch this Sat in Malacca. Where you BL normally? Mine is either Paandi in Taipan or Kanna in Sect 17.

[AllUrban]

Ok..I HAD to try the newly opened Indian restaurant at USJ 9/5M.
Cleanliness: 9/10 Restaurant is BRAND NEW!
Food quality and taste : 8.5/10 Err.. usual fare..but I'm happy seeing many Indian customers there..it must be exciting!. No Indian customers there..something damn wrong!..thats my take!.
Service : 8.5/10 (Better than sour and unfriendly faced waiters at Sri Paandi)
Price: Rather on the high side: RM5/- for vegetarian and Chicken Varuval is RM4/- End up roughly RM10+ a head for BL meal. Hmmmm.. What's RM10 these days?.

Many a time I miss so much that now closed down Sri Paandi offshoot restaurant at Sect 11PJ.. Those were really fun times for me and the best kick ass BL meal for RM6 all in!!..Mana mahu cari macam tu lagi ah??? SIGH! SIGH! :(I went to that new restaurant (Sri Nirvana Maju, correct?) on Sunday night...I guess my tummy is not used to the deep fried foods that they give with BL meals...no wonder Ive only eaten it once or twice while I've been in Malaysia.

Price was, as you say, higher than expected, but I think the food was good for the price. The waiters were laughing and joking with the kids at a few tables, which was nice. Other tables had to wait a little longer for their food and service tho.

Overall it was a nice experience but that's about it.

Cheers, m

[kokomo]

Ok..I HAD to try the newly opened Indian restaurant at USJ 9/5M.
Cleanliness: 9/10 Restaurant is BRAND NEW!
Food quality and taste : 8.5/10 Err.. usual fare..but I'm happy seeing many Indian customers there..it must be exciting!. No Indian customers there..something damn wrong!..thats my take!.
Service : 8.5/10 (Better than sour and unfriendly faced waiters at Sri Paandi)
Price: Rather on the high side: RM5/- for vegetarian and Chicken Varuval is RM4/- End up roughly RM10+ a head for BL meal. Hmmmm.. What's RM10 these days?.

Many a time I miss so much that now closed down Sri Paandi offshoot restaurant at Sect 11PJ.. Those were really fun times for me and the best kick ass BL meal for RM6 all in!!..Mana mahu cari macam tu lagi ah??? SIGH! SIGH! :(

Yes, I saw this new BL opened yesterday when I passed by it. Damn lots of people there. Apparently I heard from my friend that this BL is a branch from Bangsar Nirwana that I always patronize there. Since it's here already even better and cheaper than in Bangsar. Wanted very much to try it but with the heated up weather these days, I think another time only I'll try it. :rolleyes:

[Weezy]

Hope soon... This month schedule tight, got visitor. Have to entertain till night. Maybe this weekend? Aiyah, got Malay wedding lunch this Sat in Malacca. Where you BL normally? Mine is either Paandi in Taipan or Kanna in Sect 17.

this weekend i am away in penang. land of the nasi kandars. hee hee...

i like both kanna and paandi. **thumbs up!**

[gary yap]

Yes, I saw this new BL opened yesterday when I passed by it. Damn lots of people there. Apparently I heard from my friend that this BL is a branch from Bangsar Nirwana that I always patronize there. Since it's here already even better and cheaper than in Bangsar. Wanted very much to try it but with the heated up weather these days, I think another time only I'll try it. :rolleyes:

Ahh.. Nirwana. They have fantastic Mee Goreng, not so wet but spicy, served on banana leaf.

[kokomo]

this weekend i am away in penang. land of the nasi kandars. hee hee...

i like both kanna and paandi. **thumbs up!**

Hehe .. I'm also going down to Penang for this weekend. Land of most of the food I like to eat. :p

[bslee]

Hehe .. I'm also going down to Penang for this weekend. Land of most of the food I like to eat. :p

I know there's others but Penang Rd Line Clear NK has been given a lot of publicity and hype. I ate there many years ago when they were just a common a side wall roadside NK vendor...so was Sri Paandi when they started off at the back room of a Brickfields shoplot.
To me Sri Paandi is just run of the mill..nothing really outstanding!.
I've yet to try the one at Lebuh Ampang KL, where its just recently being reviewed by a newspaper food column journalist. Supposed to be value for money joint!.

I know there's always great NK to be found within Klang Valley, no need to go Penang to eat it with purpose. Errrr!..pls don't remind or mention K*yu to me!.

Mary Hopkin.. Those were the days..my friend!.. :D

[Weezy]

kokomo,
please share the good makan spots in penang!! :D

[gtl]

last weekend i was back in subang, had hokkien mee and nasi lemak anggerik for dinner on saturday, very shiok.

[kokomo]

Yes, I've tried Line Clear NK in Penang twice already. First, during lunch and another is dinner. If you really wanna try Line Clear, I suggest go during lunch time cos if you go during nite time, you see unwanted 'pets' running around or roaming underneath your feet.

There are many other NK which you can try but to me, I like Lotus in Juru cos of cleanliness and food is good too there.

Weezy,
Where will you be staying in Penang? What kinda food are you looking fwd to try there? I've tried:

1. fried oyster
2. assam laksa
3. apom
4. fried mee suah
5. nasi kandar
6. fried kueh teow
7. hokkien mee (prawn mee)

So many others more.

[Weezy]

it will be near the gurney area...

the food i tried is Char Koay Teow (CKT) from various places, seafood restaurants, assam laksa, prawn mee... the usual stuff from swa tow lane, newlane, gurney road etc. have also ate duck rice near bayan baru,

looking for some famous hokkien char near pulau tikus??

what else nice to eat??

[kokomo]

You can try Fatty Ho chicken rice which I heard is famous there. The other time I passed by New World Food Court but haven't got the chance to try so this weekend I'll go there and check it out. My sis told me that all the best stalls in few of the famous lane has been located there so tourist all can try Penang best food in town.

Pulau tikus, I'll only go there for breakfast which is near the market. I like their apom, trying to find nice penang otak-otak as well.

Weather should be hot there, so don't forget the famous ais kacang & cendol stall they had there.

[kokomo]

Yesterday went to Pyramid and tried this new italian restaurant Michelangelo's over the new wing section. Walk-in there about 8+pm and no one is around; basically is like I booked the whole place. Ok, so sitted outside with some nice environment there looking at the menu and made my order.

1. Fried calamari (good)
2. Mushroom soup (not from can, good)
3. Some recommended pasta with breast meat (not bad; not my preferred too and the breast meat is very dry)
4. Braised lamb shank (is slightly smaller but is tasty and good)
5. Spagetti & 1/3 chicken (whole thigh) - made the order but it never came. And there is no other customers there to make orders, kitchen is not busy and yet the waiter can forget that 1 dish.

So we call for them and ask for that dish, very quickly the kitchen prepared it and serve us. Nice smell and it looks good but the moment when we tried to tear the chicken, we knew is not well cooked. Ate quite a bit and request them to cancel the whole damn dish. Waited so long, expected something good but it came out not well done. Truly dissappointed with that dish and waiters all go hiding each time we called them.

That explains why there ain't any customers when we were there. Service is far behind as compared to Italiannies.

[kokomo]

I finally had the chance to go try out this USJ 9, Nirwana Maju banana leaf which is so famous in Bangsar. The place really renovated well, nice, spacious and airy but in terms of service and quality of food is far away from the original Bangsar.

I took:

1. Mutton masala
2. Fried chicken
3. Fried calamari

And the banana leaf rice they give:

1. Rasum
2. Pickled
3. Dry chili
4. Veges
5. Selection of 3 different curry

Basically, what I took as the regular in Bangsar; all their style of making it is different and quality is not there. Somehow, that was the first time I didn't enjoy my banana leaf rice in Nirwana. I still prefer to go back to Bangsar & I guess that this branch here is a franchise one.

[gtl]

last weekend was at sunway pyramid, new wing, we went for korean - Che Gu (i think). the food was quite good, liked their kimchi a lot, very nice.

i had a kimchi set lunch while wifey had bulgogi. service was good, very quick and attentive.

give it a try......

[gary yap]

Had dinner in Madam Kuan Bangsar last nite. Still the best is the curry chicken, petai prawn. Nasi Lemak and Nasi Boujouri also highly recommended. For restaurant standard I say they're pretty good, definite place to bring your 'white' friends to savour the taste of local cuisine.

[kokomo]

last weekend was at sunway pyramid, new wing, we went for korean - Che Gu (i think). the food was quite good, liked their kimchi a lot, very nice.

i had a kimchi set lunch while wifey had bulgogi. service was good, very quick and attentive.

give it a try......

the only time i tried korean food wif kim chi all is in ampang, korean village there .. one of the restaurant there. good service, well mannered and price also affordable. their kim chi there can refill again as many times you want and not chargable for each refill unlike the korean rest. in taipan there as told by my friend each time wanna have another plate of kim chi, they charge him extra ... :eek:

[HTH]

I finally had the chance to go try out this USJ 9, Nirwana Maju banana leaf which is so famous in Bangsar.


wat's the price like? they kedekut with the vege or not? their papadum is the round type or square type?

[bslee]

wat's the price like? they kedekut with the vege or not? their papadum is the round type or square type?

Seems acceptable to me on the portion. No harm asking for a bit more.

I peeked into the kitchen, they fry their own papadams. I know some restaurants buy poppadams by the bags from some vendor..(one example is my favourite NK shop at PJ..bags of it stored away at staircase area). Those mass produced ppd's don't taste the same as my own handpicked choice and I fry them personally. Guess what?.. NO POPPADAMS at MYDIN last night!.. shocking!. Read the fineprint on the paper packing and you can see where its produced. Don't take for granted you see Indian language print..its all from India?..certainly NOT true!.
There's local produced poppadams and imported ones from India. My past experience gives me the impression that local ones ARE LACKING and NOT as tasty as from INDIA..period!.
Local one kurang aroma and somewhat bland by comparison. Missing magic spices??? ya, ya!.. taruh lebih kas kas!.. kemudian bedengung!
So!..I'm not always wrong when choosing imported items most of the time. I'm continuing to believe why local made products are rarely on par with the original. Trying to be cheap is one matter, but still cannot improve the taste is not acceptable. Having said that..great taste recipes is often a trade secret.

Purely my own view and experience. I'm no authority on Indian cuisine..but I luv it anytime!.

[gtl]

the only time i tried korean food wif kim chi all is in ampang, korean village there .. one of the restaurant there. good service, well mannered and price also affordable. their kim chi there can refill again as many times you want and not chargable for each refill unlike the korean rest. in taipan there as told by my friend each time wanna have another plate of kim chi, they charge him extra ... :eek:

every kimchi portion is Rm5, quite ex for the little bit of cabbage.
had korean at riana green club house before, it is a small korean run joint, very good too, i think their kimchi is free as it comes along with the set. it is quite good too.

[aRwEn]

was at pavillion recently.... had d opportunity 2 try out 2 different chinese restaurants there.... n here is d review....

lijin chinese fusion cuisine - we ordered a soup dish, ribs, n vege with white rice... unfortunately nothin arrived for 1.5 hrs after d soup, so we left.... d waiters r sooo polite n keep checkin but they seriously dunno wat they r doin in d kitchen.... n d cashier tried to bill us for mineral water n titbits which were never served either.... highly NOT recommended to try dis restaurant unless u hav plenty of time to waste waitin for ur food... or lotsa excess $$$ to burn....

http://juliansi.blogspot.com/2008/03/lijin-chinese-fusion-cuisine-pavilion.html

n

crystal jade kitchen - we ordered mixed grain rice fried in stone pot, deep fried garoupa, n long bean fried with shrimp paste n minced meat.... d food is nice... price depends on wat u order.... they have assorted noodles n rice, bbq meat, roast duck.... n other hong kong fare as well.... plus some in house specialities....

http://food.malaysiamostwanted.com/venues/crystal-jade-kitchen-pavilion-kl-jalan-bukit-bintang




:p

[gary yap]

Tried Nirvana yesterday. Service lousy but food ok. I think they used Basmati rice, that's why the price is higer. Had fried chicken cube only and they charged me RM10. I recalled 12 or 13 years ago the shop was selling buffet, then closed. Then a mamak, closed then a Nasi Kandar and now Nirvana. Think the 'feng shui' there not feasible for food business.

[HAN2]

I was at Burmah Road's Belissa Building to get a hearing aid but it was closed for lunch so wifey and I decided to eat at a simple coffeeshop just next to the Belissa building.

I went for the "economy rice - chap fun" and with only 1 sunny-side-up egg, steamed minced pork in egg, two lady's fingers from their fish curry dish and cabbage, on a 1/3 plate of rice, I kena katok RM5.20 by the old lady.

I can't remember eating such expensive 'economy rice' in Penang before. Was quite shocked and angry but wifey said the shops in Pulau Tikus area all katok people unless you are a regular.

Dunno if its because my Penang Hokkien paksikat... :D

[aRwEn]

went off d beaten track in ss2.... there's dis l'l cafe called blossoms deli in ss2/103.... its a halfshop nx 2 a laundrette, at a l'l row of shophses amongst rows n rows of doublestorey terrace hses....

tried d in house noodles... lai fun wit tapioca meat balls....

they have got a few other local n western fare....

plus a lotta home made fruit tarts, blueberry cheese tarts, longan jelly, cheesecakes, chocolate cakes.... all homemade.... n 2 die 4... lol....

:)

[kokomo]

Just wanna inform all u out there .... the Yat Woh chee cheong fun stall has been shifted to the coffee shop across which is Nanking in Taipan. Other stalls like chicken rice & the pan mee is still operating in Yat Woh.

[kokomo]

This weekend nothing much. Since had to work over the weekend. Ordered KFC bucket with mashed potatoes, coleslaw & cheezy wedges from ss2. This is will a long while after I have another KFC meal.

[gary yap]

Currently in Germany. Had squid on Wed nite, Pork Knuckles Thu nite, Korean on Fri nite, last nite Italian. Except for the pork knuckles which is nice, all are fantastic. Lunch was typical western cuisine with turkey, potatoes, boiled vege, bread. Breakfast was bread, fruits, eggs, smoked salmon, ham. Don't know what to eat later.

[kokomo]

Was around KL Sentral area yesterday and decided to have lunch over at Strudels.

Ordered their lunch set B - which has fried rice with fried egg, 1 sausage & 1 ice lemon tea. Everything looks good until you start eating the fried rice itself.
The whole of the fried rice is fried with fine chopped/minced chilli padi. :eek: AFter that, the whole evening you have the burning feeling down your throat and in your body system thoroughout already. :(

[gtl]

the whole evening you have the burning feeling down your throat and in your body system thoroughout already. :(

kokomo, that's funny. too hot to handle

[kokomo]

kokomo, that's funny. too hot to handle

Lately, weather not good and body heaty'ma ... that's why I find it a suffering for such food to taste like haven ... gosh! Super hot for 5-6 hours in the day and comes evening looks like wanna rain everyday.

[gtl]

Lately, weather not good and body heaty'ma ... that's why I find it a suffering for such food to taste like haven ... gosh! Super hot for 5-6 hours in the day and comes evening looks like wanna rain everyday.

take a beer to cool down.........

[gary yap]

good idea... or you can go to an Indian shop, ta pau rice and yogurt, mix the 2 and eat then you'll feeling cooling and drowsy.

[gtl]

gary, that's a damn good meal with dry salted chilis. it is really good even though it sounds gooey. used to have them in india but in malaysia kinda hard to get good yogurt from mamak stalls.

[kokomo]

I've seen those stuff before when my friend ordered that & drink until so syiok. But since it's so gooey, I've not tried it yet. I think in Nirwana they serve that too. Just need to ask them bout it otherwise they won't really promote it.

[gtl]

kokomo,

just came back from a nice lunch - XO slice fish bee hoon. very good.

[kokomo]

kokomo,

just came back from a nice lunch - XO slice fish bee hoon. very good.

Where where where? :confused:

[aRwEn]

hmm.... i had home-cooked food....

fruit, cheese, n nuts platter....

ham n cheese quiche....

sausage n mushroom quiche....

spaghetti wit mince meat, ham, sausage, carrots, mushroom, n tomato based sauce....

oreo cheesecake...

longan n nata d coco slush....

:)

[gtl]

kokomo, you have to visit me down south my friend.

[ignatio103]

wonderful fry fish head pan mee + fish head noodle in Tmn.paramount.Pj..

[kokomo]

Yesterday I tried this Hakka Cuisine in Sunway Pyramid.

Ambience: Not bad, peaceful (until there some kids crying & running around)
Service: It was busy but they still attend to you.
View: You get the view of the new area facing Sunway Lagoon theme park.

Food: Overall, truly hakka dishes and served well.

Ordered:
1. Crispy pork belly (not much fat & oil) so it's a bit dry.
2. Choy Sum (a simple vege dish with garlic)
3. Mui Choy w/ Kau Yok (not too oily, basically they taken up up all the oil and serve you and the meat just melt in your mouth)
4. Pork belly wif mok yu (this is has slightly more fat & the sauce is nice)
5. Fried yam - a simple fried yam which is crispy outside n it melts in your mouth.

The tea was good and even after many rounds of refill still the taste n texture of the tea is still there.

[PeterHng]

Went over to Las Carretas[www.lascarretas.com] at Taipan last Saturday. Food was very good and ambience quite cosy.

I had Bife Ancho, wifey had Beef Backribs and daugther had Mushroom Spaghetti (as usual). Foods were tasty and delicious.

It's a bit pricey tho but I think it's worthed it.

[gtl]

had my first Ramly Special with cheese in months last saturday when i was back in Subang. very nice.

today's lunch, had a Carl's Junior Western Cheese Burger with fries, very good too.

overall, ramly still best lah - cheap too.

[bslee]

Roadside Ramly burger may be quite cheap or affordable, but give me a Burger King anytime... :)

[aRwEn]

tried out bubba gump restaurant at d curve... first tried it in kuta, bali....

western food, specialize in seafood n steak....

similar to tgif, hard rock cafe, chili's but with d 'forest gump' concept...

portions r really huge tho so make sure u r hungry!

[aRwEn]

went for a fren's bday bash... held at n'gon vietnamese restaurant @ solaris.... food is not bad... we had rice wit d beef stew, braised peppery pork, vegetarian claypot, spicy lemongrass chicken, mixed platter appetizer, spring rolls, n vietnamese beef noodles, washed down wit iced vietnamese kopi.

d dishes r tasty n what they specialize in. d noodles r normal....

price is ok.... 16 of us n its roughly rm40 per head for a good variety...

plus it was a special arrangement, so they threw in d birthday cake foc for d birthday gal....

:p

[gtl]

tried out bubba gump restaurant at d curve... first tried it in kuta, bali....

western food, specialize in seafood n steak....

similar to tgif, hard rock cafe, chili's but with d 'forest gump' concept...

portions r really huge tho so make sure u r hungry!


had my only Bubba Gump in San Francisco, nothing to shout abt, it is more like New Orleans Creole Cuisine..............don't think i will want to try the one in the Curve.

[Weezy]

went to thai corner in taipan. nice and quite reasonable.

had:
beef green curry
pandan chicken
mango kerabu
sambal belacan paku pakis
homemade towfoo
tom yang soup (prawn & sotong)

[gtl]

i was at American 4th of July Fair in Sembawang Singapore, the Americans knows how to throw a party.........they have BrewWerks beers, steak burgers, pork ribs, pizzas and so on. besides that in the evening, even have a fireworks display to celebrate 4th of July. had good fun that evening.

[RolyPoly]

We were in Genting to attend a wedding and had a yummy lunch at the Mushroom Farm. Yup, this is the place to have delicious, value-for-money food when one is in Genting. Look out for "Taman Cendawan" on the signage and you will be led to this place where one can find supermarket, dog kennel, mushroom farm, the "tai chow" restaurant, vegetable farm.

The specialty here is its "Tong Po" meat (braised belly pork in dark soya sauce). Also must try is the fresh vegie e.g. Tian Qi (no. 7), lily buds and Monkey Head Mushroom & Yi Wat (fish paste) soup. For the 1st time we ordered the Butter Fei Chow Yu (literal translation "African Fish") - similar to Butter Prawn.

For an order of:
1. Butter Fei Chow Yu
2. Tong Po Braised Pork
3. French bean shoot stir-fry with garlic
4. Potato leaves stir fry with sambal belacan
5. Tian Qi vegie stir-fry with garlic
6. Monkey Head Mushroom soup

We only pay RM180!!! That was RM18/pax as there was 10 of us on our table!

That was so much cheaper than the RM13 I paid for a bowl of tasteless Prawn Mee that I had at First World's Food Court outlet...called ??? Mee. Sorry, can't remember the name of the outlet as the Prawn Mee was not worth remembering at all! And I felt a huge pinch of my pocket too!! And suffered heartache after eating it!!! It was really lousy and expensive.

[RolyPoly]

gary, that's a damn good meal with dry salted chilis. it is really good even though it sounds gooey. used to have them in india but in malaysia kinda hard to get good yogurt from mamak stalls.

I like the dry salted chillies! They taste real good with rice and curry!

[gtl]

poly,

yup, those are gems. the kick is strong while the flavour is intense.

[craxzsmart]

We were in Genting to attend a wedding and had a yummy lunch at the Mushroom Farm. Yup, this is the place to have delicious, value-for-money food when one is in Genting. Look out for "Taman Cendawan" on the signage and you will be led to this place where one can find supermarket, dog kennel, mushroom farm, the "tai chow" restaurant, vegetable farm.

We only pay RM180!!! That was RM18/pax as there was 10 of us on our table!

That was so much cheaper than the RM13 I paid for a bowl of tasteless Prawn Mee that I had at First World's Food Court outlet...called ??? Mee. Sorry, can't remember the name of the outlet as the Prawn Mee was not worth remembering at all! And I felt a huge pinch of my pocket too!! And suffered heartache after eating it!!! It was really lousy and expensive.

hi, i was an ex-staff in genting..in my opinion, mushroom farm USED to be a value-for-money place. but not anymore. they charged like...fuh~! hmm..maybe u juz got the wrong place to have ur meal. 1st world's Kopitiam food court is certainly not the place for u to order that. but i can suggest u to have the stonegrill next time if u're there. little do tourists knows dat there is others cheap fod around rite? heheh :p

[RolyPoly]

hi, i was an ex-staff in genting..in my opinion, mushroom farm USED to be a value-for-money place. but not anymore. they charged like...fuh~! hmm..maybe u juz got the wrong place to have ur meal. 1st world's Kopitiam food court is certainly not the place for u to order that. but i can suggest u to have the stonegrill next time if u're there. little do tourists knows dat there is others cheap fod around rite? heheh :p


Hi craxzsmart, since you used to work up in Genting, you would be familiar with the eating outlets there. Why not share with us here all the delicious and reasonably-priced outlets in Genting? We can then print your list and bring it along on our trip. That'd be a great guide for Makan-Makan in Genting!

[RolyPoly]

This weekend, my family dine out twice.

1) Went to Tien Kee Restaurant in SS18 (same row as Mamak Bistro/Tropicana) for Teochew and Hakka dishes. Tien Kee serves very good soup. We had:
- Sichuan preserved vegie with minced pork soup
- Salted vegie with fish & tofu soup
- Yam rice
- Hakka abacus
- Hakka pork trotters braised with dried chilli
The soup tasted delicious. Serving was small, especially the trotters.
And price wise is rather steep.

But if you want some clear, yummy soup and porridge or noodle, this is the place to go.

2) Our fave Korean restaurant in Amcorp Mall's 3rd Floor. Same row as McD.
This place serves the best kimchi chigae in town! We have tried many kimchi chigae in Desa Sri Hartamas & USJ Taipan restaurants. But non can beat this outlet's. We always request for a big bowl of this spicy, hot soup (without the set). At the same price (RM15.90), one can order for a set meal that comes with rice and other 3 side dishes, a soup and fruit. We usually order a bowl of vegetable kimchi chigae (mushrooms, vegie, kimchi, soft, yummy white tofu).

The bulgogi chicken set or spicy squid set were yum, yum!!! I have not change my order for a long while. It's alway my regular whenever I am there.

The price is value for money, food heavenly, staffs very proactive and friendly. I dropped my spoon and before I called the waiter for a spoon, he was already standing next to me with a fresh spoon and serviette!!! This is what I call exceeding customer's expectation. In order to enjoy your meal, go there early as the place tend to be crowded during meal hours and that may cause you to wait a little longer for food to be served. This will always be my fave Korean restaurant! :)

[aRwEn]

it was a japanese weekend for me....

had some japanese fast food at d bon odori festival in d panasonic sports stadium on sat.... cant say d food was anythin to shout about but it was interestin seein so many ppl (most of them not japanese tho!!) gathered there to watch n join in d bon odori cultural dance.... lol....

then a celebration meal at sushi tomo in ss2 on sun....

we went ala carte.... had edamame (green beans), agedashi tofu, california temaki (handrolls), softshell crab sushi, salmon teriyaki, unagi, cawan mushi, garlic fried rice, miso soup.... japanese green tea n japanese beer....

rather nice compared to a lotta other japanese restaurants that i've tried....
value-for-money.... n a lotta japanese dine there oso....

i would say their QC is good.... everythin is just right.... n d food is freshly prepared....

noticed they r a bit understaffed tho, so even tho d kitchen is fast, ie food doesn't take too long to prepare, but there r oni 2 waitresses so u may need to wait a while if u need anythin (like refill of green tea) when there r a lotta customers....

[kokomo]

Yesterday went to Sunway Pyramid and had this Vietnamese Cuisine. Environment and service was rather quiet. Anyway, gave a shot to try this place. I went and ordered:

1. Combo platter that comes with 2 big prawns stuffed wif some lemon grass to grilled, chicken grilled and lamb grilled.
2. Fish cake (very nice)
3. Vietnamese chee cheong fun (can't remember what they called it)

Overall the dishes aren't too bad but when it arrived to our table the food wasn't really that hot as I expected it. It's just warmed and it only lasted about 5-10 mins and it's cold already.

[RolyPoly]

Hi aRwEn, Where is this Sushi tomo in ss2?

[coleslaw]

was at victory restaurant for lunch on sunday.
ordered beef murtabak, beef briani, soto bihun,mee rebus and kacang phool. under 50 rgt for all, including 4 drinks. taste wise..nothing to shout about. food quality not that good as well. bihun was not even cooked, still hard to the bite. soto soup was lukewarm. the murtabak is flavourless and kacang phool is an acquired taste!! not much of a crowd yet service was real slow.

[AllUrban]

I went to KFC at KLCC on sunday.

Don't go there. It is too crowded and noisy and KFC will always be KFC.

Cheers, m

[gtl]

the murtabak is flavourless .


btw, where can i get good murtabak? in subang.

[coleslaw]

unfortunately i know of none!! hopefully someone could point you in the right direction.

[kokomo]

I went to KFC at KLCC on sunday.

Don't go there. It is too crowded and noisy and KFC will always be KFC.

Cheers, m

There is a cafe called The Apartment in KLCC. Environment less noise, cozy and shed from sun. Really feels good to sit outside there enjoy the view and their music played. For a cuppa coffee is great there! :cool:

[kokomo]

btw, where can i get good murtabak? in subang.

You can actually try in SS19, Syed Bistro. I see many people order their murtabak. And the smell of it ... oooo ... just so tempting. :D

[gtl]

kokomo, is it opposite SJMC?

[kokomo]

kokomo, is it opposite SJMC?

Opposite SJMC is not Syed Bistro'leh. That one dunno call what name already but I've been there last time to eat and I enjoyed their nasi lemak until I kena food poisoning from there. I stop since then.

The one I mention is in SS19, where you turn in from the junction of Bacfree and go straight down; not too far you can see Syed Bistro on the right hand side. that's the murtabak there ..

[gtl]

oh! boy, i must be losing my mind........where is ss19.

[kokomo]

SS19 is facing SS18 where SMSU school is. Do you still remember where Parkway coffee shop is? SS19 is where the famous chinese school is located (can't remember the name of the school also) :o

[Weezy]

lick hung?

[kokomo]

lick hung?

aHHH .. yess .. that's the name of the school - Lick Hung!
Syed Bistro is just around there.

[gtl]

parkway's char kway teow is the best in subang! IMHO.

[kokomo]

Yesterday went to this places called Lookout Point somewhere at the hills of Ampang/Ulu Langat :confused: Numerous of cafe & restaurant to choose and each of them are the same that has great view of KL City. Finally I sat in this cafe called Bread & Olives which is actually a Mediterranean food.

So I ordered their:

1. Deep fried calamari (very crispy)
2. Arabic mint tea

Both also good and worth trying. Other restaurants around are the same you can find back in the city.

[fRaNkY]

Soon you can sue TheStar for influence what you eat :D

[kokomo]

Yesterday I had the chance to explore Semenyih food. The name of this shop is Restaurant 52 and is being featured in food blogs around. I tried it and its' really really good. Mainly is hakka dishes that they served there but their specialty is actually fresh water fish talapia. We had like 10 dishes on the table and only 7 person to whack everything. :eek:

1. Steam talapia x 3
2. Fresh prawns wif yee me x 2
3. Deep fried chicken (special hakka style) a bit salty but is good
4. Pork with "muk yu"
5. Vege
6. Pork curry (really don't prefer this as this is watery)

All this that we had ordered and it cost less than RM200.

[ignatio103]

went to klang and had wonderful lunch in this resto.
a) a pork chop slices
b)a claypot of curry lamb
c)a bowl of spicy pork intestine
they have a good menu of cuisine n cheap too.
only do go on sat n sun to avoid traffic snarls...

[terisunny]

wonderful fry fish head pan mee + fish head noodle in Tmn.paramount.Pj..


Ignatio, where...where? any landmarks? though I have a fish bone stuck in me throat at the moment (from fish head bee hoon y'day) i can;t get enough of this super super dish/meal!!

[ignatio103]

AT TMN PARAMOUNT...behind pos opis, located corner lot coffee shop. Its served only lunch time.same row as restoran Kwangsi.

[irisbaggins]

That coffee shop also sells nice yummy Hokkien Noodles at right is it?

[terisunny]

Is it the kopitiam behind the famous O&S rest, and opp of Caltex?? I'm aware they sell yummy hokkien mee at nite......that's the one???

[ignatio103]

Bukanla..o&s Is ..is Behind Restoran Sorn ,infront Of Post Opis Main Pntu...this Yee Tau Pan Mee Kopishop Belakang P.o. (behind Caltex)....cornerlot Juga.

[RolyPoly]

There is a cafe called The Apartment in KLCC. Environment less noise, cozy and shed from sun. Really feels good to sit outside there enjoy the view and their music played. For a cuppa coffee is great there! :cool:

The Apartment restaurant can also be found at The Curve. Next to Italiannies. The decors are rather interesting, comprised of bedroom settings, with lotsa cushions.

[terisunny]

[QUOTE=ignatio103]Bukanla..o&s Is ..is Behind Restoran Sorn ,infront Of Post Opis Main Pntu...this Yee Tau Pan Mee Kopishop Belakang P.o. (behind Caltex)....cornerlot Juga.[/

oh....it's the one with sides facing the houses?? Hmmm...I've been there for their cury fish-head (so-so) but never knew there's hidden gem......tmr open or not??

Having pizza for lunch.....Rm7.90 from Isetan sales.....

[aRwEn]

happened 2b in ss2 n went 2 lorong seratus tahun.... yikes! their standard has really dropped! d curry noodles whc used to come with thick curry gravy is so diluted dat its like drinkin clear hot water soup wit a few spoonfuls of curry gravy over it.... :eek:

[RolyPoly]

Just returned from a delicious dinner at SS2's Greenwood Cafe (next to Eu Yang Sang, i.e. opposite Caesar's Palace). It was highly recommended by a friend. We ordered a few dishes and shared among us.

- Lamb Shank - very delicious, for one who doesn't take lamb. I am surprised that grilled lamb tastes so good. The lamb shank was huge!
- Spaghetti Oglio Oglio Seafood - like the al dente spaghetti with chilli padi added and many seafood topping.
- Beef pocket - slices of beef with portobello mushroom stuffing, with black pepper sauce and tangy red cabbage coleslaw. I remember this dish well coz it was my choice!
- MCM Chicken served with mashed potatoes
- Caesar salad
- A small serving of Spaghetti Oglio Oglio Seafood (a real good bargain as this cost us only RM0.99 with an order above RM50!)
- Brownie with ice cream and chocolate topping - a dessert shared between us as we were all too full.
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The drinks came in interesting names. Among the nice ones we tried were: Sexy Blue, Mojito Lime, Sexy Peach. The Mojito Lime is extremely refreshing. All non-alcoholic. It was sprite, lime and lotsa mint. One can actually create this drink at home!
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We all agreed that the serving was just nice. Not too huge for our palate. The price for all the above was only RM169. The food was really fresh and delicious. We also enjoyed the good service rendered by the staffs and owner.

The owner even prepared a birthday cake and played a birthday song as we were having a birthday celebration dinner there and my friend had informed the owner in advance that we are having a birthday celebration.

[kokomo]

Last Saturday finally went to Jogoya to try their buffet. The place is truly huge and wide variety of food display there. I would say too wide. Anyhow, the place is still pack like everyone has mentioned. This place is not exactly all Japanese buffet but they also have other asian variety.

First thing I hunt for is their coconut. It was cleared when I went in and had to wait like almost an hour for them to replenish and quickly get 1 to try. Really good and refreshing. Real sweet & cooling!

There are also:

- Fresh oyster
- Baked oyster
- Baked stuff crab
- Escargo
- Sushi & sashimi
- Tempura
- Teppanyaki
- Abalones' japanese & chinese style
- Dim sum
- Grilled seafood
- Desserts (Haagen-Daz)
- Liquours

Its' really filling but those that can't fit in that much there is a technic to enjoy buffet too. Eat all the expensive stuff. Hehehe .. :p

[bslee]

Last Saturday finally went to Jogoya to try their buffet.

Current price per head?..

[kokomo]

Got timing one. Different time; different price but also about difference of RM10. I went during dinner time is about RM88++ and supper time is RM78++

[bslee]

Got timing one. Different time; different price but also about difference of RM10. I went during dinner time is about RM88++ and supper time is RM78++

Wahlau?.. The last price I read on some makan blogsite was RM68++. Jeezzzz!

[kokomo]

Wahlau?.. The last price I read on some makan blogsite was RM68++. Jeezzzz!

Yea, I think RM68++ is also there shown but I've forgotten which time is that for, probably is for late lunch.

[kokomo]

Earlier I was in KL Sentral and thought of just having a lunch there. Found this cafe called Penetton. Name is nice, from the menu looks good.

So I decided to try their set lunch which comes with a soup + main course + dessert + drinks.

1. Mushroom soup - looks like they added lotsa starch to thicken it and grinned pepper with herbs. (bad)
2. Black pepper chicken chop - sauce is very diluted, lotsa black pepper (bad)
3. My friend ordered Mushroom chicken chop - the sauce looks like is taken from the mushroom soup to place on top of the chicken and add more herb & spices. (bad)
4. Dessert - chocolate ice cream but seems like is taken out from a big tub and place it into the small cup. (ok, so so)

There won't be any next time for me in this cafe again! Anyhow, the crowd is there for lunch.

[Vixey]

If you are in PJ Section 8 area, there is a new office complex called 8 Avenue where I work. There is a restaurant, Pan Cafe (next to Old Town Kopitiam) and it serves yummy Asian + Western food.

It serves the yummiest English breakfast; sausages, scrambled eggs, hash browns & bacon. You can also have side dishes of baked beans, pancakes etc.

Prices are very reasonable. RM6.80 for the breakfast set.

Lunch set: RM 9.90. Soup, selection of local or Western main meal + dessert + drink

Nice environment + wifi + good service.

[chooihan]

Had dinner at Rest. Tak Fook at Desa Aman Puri, Kepong.
I think their crabs are the cheapest around, but their other foods are rather expensive. Had 2 types of crabs (sweet/sour crabs and cheese baked crabs), fried fishcake taufoo, fried rice and tea, bill came to RM82/- for 5 of us. Crabs are about RM 18 - 20 per kg. RM20/ for fried rice, and the fish cake was RM16/-. Place rather crowded in the evening, but service is quite fast. Normally food will come within 15 mins of placing order.

[kokomo]

If you are in PJ Section 8 area, there is a new office complex called 8 Avenue where I work. There is a restaurant, Pan Cafe (next to Old Town Kopitiam) and it serves yummy Asian + Western food.

It serves the yummiest English breakfast; sausages, scrambled eggs, hash browns & bacon. You can also have side dishes of baked beans, pancakes etc.

Prices are very reasonable. RM6.80 for the breakfast set.

Lunch set: RM 9.90. Soup, selection of local or Western main meal + dessert + drink

Nice environment + wifi + good service.

Is this the pan cafe that has been relocated previously from PJ State? Where is this section 8 pj anyway? Would to go there and check out this place.

[HAN2]

Is this the pan cafe that has been relocated previously from PJ State? Where is this section 8 pj anyway? Would to go there and check out this place.

Aiyah Section 8 PJ is where all of us use to go pay summons at the Traffic Police Station lah.... I was a regular there back in the late 80s because of a Ford Laser TX3....

[Vixey]

Is this the pan cafe that has been relocated previously from PJ State? Where is this section 8 pj anyway? Would to go there and check out this place.

Yes it is. They now have a double shop lot and quite a good menu. Section 8 is near the Police station as Han said.

Let's say, PJ Hilton is on your left, turn right at the first traffic lights thats in front of KFC. Drive straight, you will pass CIMB on your left, PJ De Inn on your left, then you will come to a junction.

There are Malay gerais in front of you, if you turn left you go towards the Police HQ, turn right instead. You will see a huge yellow building on your right which says 8 Avenue. Turn right, you will see Old Town Kopitiam, turn right again. Pan Cafe is right next to it.

If you come by after 5.30pm on a working day..let me know..can meet up if you like. :-)

[gary yap]

Was in Chinese restaurant in Seri Petaling named Double 00. Solid dishes of salted egg tau foo and ginger fish. Not forgetting loads of Carlsberg to wash off the oil.

[kokomo]

Yes it is. They now have a double shop lot and quite a good menu. Section 8 is near the Police station as Han said.

Let's say, PJ Hilton is on your left, turn right at the first traffic lights thats in front of KFC. Drive straight, you will pass CIMB on your left, PJ De Inn on your left, then you will come to a junction.

There are Malay gerais in front of you, if you turn left you go towards the Police HQ, turn right instead. You will see a huge yellow building on your right which says 8 Avenue. Turn right, you will see Old Town Kopitiam, turn right again. Pan Cafe is right next to it.

If you come by after 5.30pm on a working day..let me know..can meet up if you like. :-)

Meet up point eh .. that's a good idea. :) Would love to if only I get to go off that early. Normally I would hang out there only on Friday nite since I know where is this area already. Now I recall that Old Town Kopitiam around there.

[gtl]

had a nice Tonkatsu at Tanglin Mall - very nice and succulent piece of meat.

[kokomo]

had a nice Tonkatsu at Tanglin Mall - very nice and succulent piece of meat.

Where is this Tanglin Mall? Never heard of it. :confused:

[gtl]

kokomo, sorry boss i was in singapore over the weekend.

[kokomo]

No problem. ;) Maybe next time when I go S'gpore then I'll go to this Mall and try it as well.

[bslee]

Did you realize a particular well known ROAD SIDE rojak, mee goreng stall at USJ2* is now priced at RM4.00. Earlier in the year it was RM3.50, few months later RM3.80. Thanks to your Barang Naik corporation, its now RM4.00. What justification?.. can anyone explain well?.
Yes! its now expensive to eat at the roadside. I can get a plate of reasonably good plate chicken rice at USJ7 warong for EXACTLY the same price AND I don't have to sit or squat under a tree without any table.

[gtl]

bs, try to add keropok, you hv to pay rm 4.50...uncle rojak is good but expensive.
even his soya bean is higher priced than the rest.

[gary yap]

Where is this Tanglin Mall? Never heard of it. :confused:

Should be in Tanglin Rd :D If I'm not mistaken it's the road leading to Hard Rock Cafe, before Tony Roma.

[Vixey]

Meet up point eh .. that's a good idea. :) Would love to if only I get to go off that early. Normally I would hang out there only on Friday nite since I know where is this area already. Now I recall that Old Town Kopitiam around there.

I said after 5.30 coz that's when work officially over. But I am normally there till around 9pm. :-)

[QuietStorm]

Did you realize a particular well known ROAD SIDE rojak, mee goreng stall at USJ2* is now priced at RM4.00. Earlier in the year it was RM3.50, few months later RM3.80. Thanks to your Barang Naik corporation, its now RM4.00. What justification?.. can anyone explain well?.
Have not eaten there but looks like I won't. The dust and high prices are sure a turn off.

Last Monday, I "tar-paued" a pack of char-siew/kai rice at The Singapore Chicken Rice stall in USJ14 (across the road from De Happyland). It was a miserably small portion to start off with. They charged me RM4.50. :(

[kokomo]

I said after 5.30 coz that's when work officially over. But I am normally there till around 9pm. :-)

I finally went and check it out last Sunday nite just to have a drink there. The environment of the area and the place seems different already and I don't see that many crowd anymore. Although the place is much bigger now but then somehow is different.

[kokomo]

Yesterday went to 1Utama and tried this place called Simply Penang. I would say generally their food taste good but still not as good as the origins from Penang. They have a lot of variety for nasi lemak and their assam prawn rice. Variety on others not that many.

[bslee]

I would say generally their food taste good but still not as good as the origins from Penang.

I don't know about others, one just feels different when eating in Penang itself and it tastes better. Same as when I'm at Malacca.

[kokomo]

Agree with you. When you want the real taste; you've got to be there to taste it but then when craving comes no choice'lah have to go for the second opt which is nearby.

[gary yap]

Was in Malacca during the weekend and the food there seems watered down, maybe due to the huge holiday crowd over the weekend. What used to be nice taste normal. The Nyonya food, the laksa etc...

[Slumber]

anyone tasted char kuey teow at ttdi jaya shah alam??? heard its good. never tried myself yet :D

[Laughingman]

sleeping, makan and sleeping again

[gtl]

have you guys tried ayam kampung masuk desa in shah alam? malay chicken rice - amazingly nice.....

[Sentinel]

Where is the place GTL? I joined some friends for buka puasa today at Bandar Baru Nilai at a Malay restaurant serving traditional Negri Malays food, aiyoh... heavenly. The Ikan Keli masak Lemak was out of this world man, not to mention the traditional minangkabau-style sup ekor.... couldn't wait for my Muslim buddies to finish their azan prayers....

[TiNKeRFY]

Went to Damansara Uptown for some dinner and I told my GF, let's not decide what to eat, We'll let our parking luck decide. So wherever there's a parking slot, we'll eat at the first restaurant we see...
Drove around and finally parked near a Satay Haji Samuri Branch.
Its been ages since I had Satay Kajang, so went in ordered 10 Chicken (60sen/each), 10 Beef(60sen/each) and 5 Rusa (RM1.30)

Satay took less than 5 minutes to arrive, rather fast for satay..
All I can say is, don't bother having satay here.. first of all, its cold, tasteless, and meat is tough even for the chicken. Chewing on the beef and rusa was like chewing a piece of silicone wiper.. If i can't chew it, I wouldn't want my stomach to try hard to digest it...

double thumbs and toes down!! :mad:

[gtl]

Where is the place GTL? I joined some friends for buka puasa today at Bandar Baru Nilai at a Malay restaurant serving traditional Negri Malays food, aiyoh... heavenly. The Ikan Keli masak Lemak was out of this world man, not to mention the traditional minangkabau-style sup ekor.... couldn't wait for my Muslim buddies to finish their azan prayers....

sentinel, it is located in the same building as the EPF selangor HQ. quite near to the shah alam main post office.
the chicken is really yummy. i love their pucuk paku too. very pack during lunch time.

[Sentinel]

I don't know about others, one just feels different when eating in Penang itself and it tastes better. Same as when I'm at Malacca.

BS... Open Invitation to you and family, just gimme a tinkle when you come and we will binge the island's best okay?

First stop for you Rope Walk!

[aRwEn]

2nd time to try this 'korean style' restaurant called 'full house' located at nui ze xui, ara damansara.... a hip hang out place for young ppl n families...

they serve western food, portions asian sized, prices quite reasonable.... set lunches available around rm15 inclusive of main course (chicken chop, dory fillet, etc... ), huge mug of drink (ice lemon tea, lime juice, etc....), n dessert (cookies n cream ice cream, etc...).... add RM1 for soup of d day....

they oso have some local fare like nasi lemak or noodles.... oso pasta, salads, sandwiches, cakes, etc....

ambience is... well, quite unique.... cos they have a lifestyle store downstairs sellin decorative stuff.... n clothing boutique upstairs besides d restaurant.... everythin is white in colour.... with a mini cooper on display at d entrance....

[kokomo]

Had Yut Kee over the weekend. Simply fabulous. After such a long time didn't go there .. had the tendacy to pig out with roti babi, pork chop, lum mee, chicken rice .. *drooling again * :o

Also went to this lil penang cafe in KLCC for some deserts. Find their penang rojak no oommhh .. somemore so little only.

[RolyPoly]

aRwen's Korean Restaurant posting reminded me to ask if anyone has tried the Korean Fried Chicken Restaurant in Taipan (same row as Ezy Video).

Is it delicious and value for money?

[gary yap]

Sounds nice, will try this evening. I read in the Star over the weekend and they're talking about Memphis restaurant. Price reasonable.

[AllUrban]

aRwen's Korean Restaurant posting reminded me to ask if anyone has tried the Korean Fried Chicken Restaurant in Taipan (same row as Ezy Video).

Is it delicious and value for money?I tried the one in Sri Hartamas, I believe that it is quite good...think it is the same brand. Will try the taipan one soon.

There are two korean fried chicken places at Asia Cafe, near the drinks supply area. One is near the chicken/duck rice seller (near the Hotlink stand) and the other is against the back wall.

Cheers, m

[kokomo]

Yesterday had Ah Wah delicious 'hokkien mee' at the original shop but then portion is a lot smaller than other place but price mau sama macam orang lain. Then I thought of having grilled fish there. Went over to see their stingy-ray :p saw a reasonable size of stingray but not to say very fresh and they want to charge me RM25 :eek: Forget bout it! So they took out 'kai ngan yu' from their fridge which is also at a reasonable size for only RM18.

Can someone tell me where else I can still have good grilled fish at a reasonable price? Kuala Selangor / Klang too far'lah. Near near around PJ/Subang/KL acceptable. :) Kam siah!

[gary yap]

Last nite had pork knuckles and Irish stew in Finnegan's Mid Valley with my colleagues. Exceptionally crispy knuckles while the lamp stew is soft, perfect with bread.

[coleslaw]

Last nite had pork knuckles and Irish stew in Finnegan's Mid Valley with my colleagues. Exceptionally crispy knuckles while the lamp stew is soft, perfect with bread.
god... you do eat strange things!!! :D
bulb included? :p

[gary yap]

:D hehe... bulb was out of stock at that time but I'm sure they keep enough stock :D

[gtl]

:D hehe... bulb was out of stock at that time but I'm sure they keep enough stock :D

the irish stew is beef cooked in stout, right?

[kokomo]

Earlier lunch, I tried at this Bliss 33 cafe which is newly opened few days ago. Environment of the place wasn't that much of comfortable feeling. Service in terms of ordering. I've cancelled orders and made different orders and some orders I've not made were also in my bill. Terrible system.

I tried their spagetti bolognese, HK porridge & nasi lemak special. So far, food wise is ok between average. To my surprise is that, their HOT CHINESE TEA caused RM4 which is even more expensive then their special brew coffee.

[aRwEn]

had dinner with some friends at erawan thai fusion in kota damansara.... nice cosy ambience.... they oso sell decorative items imported from thailand... food is authentic n portions r very generous.... d chef is thai....

for drinks, we had d special herbal drink whc is lemongrass....

for appetizers, we had d betel-leaf snacks n pomelo salad....

for d main course, we had rice with clear tom yum soup, thai green curry chicken, stirfried seafood with thai basil n chili (mainly prawns, cuttlefish), deep fried fish with spicy sauce, n stirfried mixed vege....

for dessert, we had ice cream with banana spring rolls....

came up to roughly rm35-40 per head....

[AllUrban]

went back to "Pizza Uno" in Taipan...

but now it is called "Uno" and has moved to the outside, Jalan Perpaduan (iirc) near the KFC and HSBC and Maxis...

The decor of the restaurant is more of an Italian style and it is warmer and nicer but also more modern.

Pizza was great as usual but the pasta wasnt as good as I like...and the portion was a little small...but it was very filling.

we had:

tapas (potato stew)
spaghetti bolognaise
spaghetti aglio olio
herb bread
tropicana pizza

Total bill was RM88 for 3 adults and 1 kid. I think that, price wise, you can find better items at other Italian restaurants but it is a good local usj flavour.

Cheers, m

[gtl]

allurban, pizza uno's olio is very good, i also like their wild mushroom risotto, smells like heaven.

[kokomo]

Last Saturday, had Nandos new promo the kick-starter. It's AWESOME! Of cos additional 1/2 chicken. :cool:

Today will be having homecook nasi lemak with chicken curry, sotong sambal, usual egg & cucumber and desert would be macaroni salad ... :rolleyes: thinking of it already now. Can't wait to have it.

[gary yap]

Was in Malacca Jonker St with my S'porean fren having beer in a shop and ta pau radish cake with eggs and chili from the night market. heavenly man...

[coleslaw]

rendang, lemang, nasi minyak,curry chicken,asam laksa and more rendang!!!..raya open house. :D

[kokomo]

Last Friday went to Raju in Jln Gasing and had their banana leaf rice. All I can say is that Nirwana of Bangsar banana leaf rice is so much better there. No doubt that their having lunch under the big tree is cooling and relaxing but food is out and price is high.

[ignatio103]

Last Friday went to Raju in Jln Gasing and had their banana leaf rice. All I can say is that Nirwana of Bangsar banana leaf rice is so much better there. No doubt that their having lunch under the big tree is cooling and relaxing but food is out and price is high.
Not only food price is high me finds the staffs thre are
always nonchalant.....U may see them group together doing something but will not serve ur.WHY? Err they may think ,not my designsted table or job description...The staff are always
DREAMING IN DAYLIGHTS....probably they may have pick up a new art of defense...Tai CHI.....Their boss may be dont pay attention in this detail perhaps.

[kokomo]

In side their shop I find it very oily and dirty. Hygiene is not taken care off and the heat inside the shop is worst than sauna. I still wonder how some of their customer can actually sit inside the shop and eat instead of sitting outside. Nirwana waiter their service is good although there may be a lot of people around there. Only their new staff still need more training cos they seem like don't know what to do.

[kokomo]

Yesterday I was around in D'msara Perdana area and was thinking might as well have lunch there since I was so lucky to get a parking in that area with the tremendous jam. I went into this kinda cozy and not so cozy place called Reach Cafe & Dining. There were only 2 waiters to serve only 2 tables and yet it was so slow in taking orders. Not to mentioned the food also came in slow.

Saw the menu there got Thai SET lunch. Kinda interesting and attractive caused it stated there it include 1 ice lemon tea, 1 tomyam seafood & 1 desert. So we called the waiter to get our orders.

Sky juice came and then our main meal came. While eating half way, only I realised that - 1 ice lemon tea, 1 tomyam seafood and 1 dessert didn't arrive. Called the waiter to check for us, there and then only they tell us that actually the SET lunch don't have all those include inside and of cos lastly only they tell us that the price is actually different.

In their menu they have already cross out a lot of things but they didn't cross out the set lunch that include the drink, the soup and the dessert.

I ordered belacan fried rice but the fried rice don't have belacan, it looks like a normal fried rice and it taste like a normal fried rice. Only thing is, my mom cooks better than them.

Big dissappointment, bad service, wrong info delivered to customer and no, I'm not going back there again.

[bslee]

Big dissappointment, bad service, wrong info delivered to customer and no, I'm not going back there again.

I feel it should be law that every restaurant should have a suggestion box for customer comments. Whatever the result maybe, it'll surely open the eyes of the proprieter and perhaps contribute to improving their quality. No restaurant is faultless, and only a concerned proprieter should be alert to its daily operations. Am sorry for those who are not bothered or don't take kindly to constructive comments, they deserve to go bust if they're responsible for letting the quality slide to the worst. Thats all I'll say for now.

[Jokee]

kokomo, I work in damansara perdana. If you want good food, give me a ring. Dont waste your money trying around. I tried almost all restaurants and I can say, not many good food around that area.

[kokomo]

I was just having it near to my car where I can CCTV my car in case MBPJ comes around. Anyway, I've tried Friendster and Reach Cafe. Both also fail and both don't really worth the money I should pay to them.

Notice there is a coffee shop quite a lot of ppl and it was packed when I was there. Should that be a good one? Jokee, please do share wif me the place that can makan in D'msara Perdana. Often I'm there to meet my client.