Consistently good food
17 Nov 08, 23:17
Above expectations
Although this is a Chinese restaurant it takes its inspiration from Singapore which introduces some interesting Malay influences, resulting in some more spicy dishes than your usual Chinese place. The decor is a little on the functional side (echoing the Singaporean hawker stalls) and the atmosphere makes this restaurant a good place to get a good quality meal fairly fast, rather than a place where you might pass a few hours.
The food is prepared to a high standard and served in good-sized portions with a varied menu that includes most chinese restaurant favourites with a few more exotic Malay dishes. Having been here quite a few times I have found the service can vary from friendly and welcoming to slightly surly, although that would not put me off going back as the food has never disappointed.
Note that there are good value weekday lunches, and an excellent Sunday lunch buffet that was about £8 per person last time I went. Also, take-away orders get a 10% discount (and don’t have to take a gamble with the service!).
Debby S.
Highbury
33 reviews
Bugis Street Brasserie
11 May 07, 13:05
Beyond expectations
Excellent decor service and food in this fairly fancy restaurant. Not too expensive especially if you stick to the set menu for about £20 per head plus drinks. Highly recommended. I love the chrispy aromatic duck washed down with a nice rose wine.
