chic_foodies

#20 in Rockdale NSW

Reviews by chic_foodies

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 12 Jan 2012 23 reviews · 220 points

Service is mediocre; at busy times, you may find they are trying to get more customers in and out.

The fish is definitely recommended; such a great value and it is mostly suitable for group dining.

Price/value is quite good; it beats of having to buy, clean, prepare and cook fish at home sometimes.

This restaurant is definitely a good competitor to Mamak

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $15

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 12 Jan 2012 23 reviews · 220 points

Before dining here, please make reservations as they are constantly booked out.

Note. Dining at this restaurant as compared to the Bondi branch is more expensive. This could be caused by higher rent.

Service is average; the waiters are quite proficient though at busy times, there are associated delay in getting extra items or even your bill.

For your complimentary bread rolls, make sure you ask for it as they will no longer serve it to you.

Pork ribs are the all time favourite; sweet, succulent and juicy ribs in BBQ sauce are recommended highly.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
3/5

Approximate cost: $45

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 12 Jan 2012 23 reviews · 220 points

Recommended to try the charcoal chicken, which is the specialty dish of the restaurant. Their complimentary garlic sauce is also exceptional; not too strong or too mild.

Dining at the premise is a bit more expensive as it includes service fee and you get additional gherkins/tomatoes/onions and lebanese bread.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $15

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 05 Jun 2011 23 reviews · 220 points

Great yumcha place to dine especially on weekends though the place gets very full quickly during lunch time.
I love their chives dumplings and chicken feet.
A bit disappointed as each person is charged $2 for tea.
Place is quite OK, similar to any chinese restaurant. Try to get tables as far away from the kitchen and as close as possible to the corridor to get the dishes you wanted as some staff may not approach you.
Few staff may not speak english but body language always works.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $15

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 05 Jun 2011 23 reviews · 220 points

Great Thai dishes at reasonable prices.
Staff are quite friendly and dishes taste nice especially the rice noodles with variety of spices used to balance the flavors.
Place is clean and managed quite well.
Decor is inspired by traditional Thai culture and good ambience.
Good value for money.

Quality
3/5
Service
3/5
Value
3/5

Approximate cost: $10

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 05 Jun 2011 23 reviews · 220 points

Great service and food. Friendly family operated business for years.
I love the deep fried lemongrass chicken, combination rice noodle and traditional refreshing drink san bo leung.
Staff are very friendly and portion is very generous. Place is constantly busy. For large groups, it is recommended to call and book tables and/or dishes.

Quality
5/5
Service
4/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $12

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 05 Jun 2011 23 reviews · 220 points

Restaurant is small and has slightly outdated decor. I found the dishes to be quite sweet and the meat is not fresh despite larger portion than normal.
Price is quite average and staff is very friendly.

Quality
3/5
Service
3/5
Value
3/5

Approximate cost: $10

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 05 Jun 2011 23 reviews · 220 points

Restaurant is widely known for its "Mi Ga Don Crispy Chicken with Dry Egg Noodle"; very distinct and unique marinade chicken taste. Portion is quite generous.
Staff is Ok, service is quite rushed as the restaurant is packed most of the time and you may find difficulties finding tables for large groups.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
3/5

Approximate cost: $13

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 05 Jun 2011 23 reviews · 220 points

Good Chinese food at local suburbs and definitely recommended for others to try especially for seafood lovers. I had steamed fish with ginger and shallot, abalone and mud crab with vermicelli. Portion was quite large and good for sharing with a group.
Place is quite ordinary, nothing too special.
Staff is OK and food is served promptly.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $20

EP
chic_foodies #20 in Rockdale NSW 05 Jun 2011 23 reviews · 220 points

Food is awesome, menu is quite simple and straightforward. This restaurant is better suited for eating with a group of people, preferably 4.
Place is quite clean and nicely done.
Staff is quite informative and helpful.
Recommend mixed platter and falafel. Dishes are fresh and come in large portion.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $10