In Malaysia, Mamak (a reference to Indian Muslims) dishes have developed a distinctly Malaysian style. Available throughout the country, the omnipresent Mamak stalls are particularly popular among the locals as they offer a wide range of fast and economical food. Besides, some outlets are even open 24 hours a day. So, it is considered the perfect meeting place for a drink and snacks.
But back in Sydney, Mamak, a Malaysian restaurant in Chinatown, is totally the opposite. Due to their popularity, long queues (even at 10pm at night) are generally expected.
While waiting, one could probably kill time by watching the chefs twirling, spreading and folding the rotis through the open kitchen.
In addition, it is also probably not the best meeting place for drinks and snacks since it is just too cramped, even with two shop lots.
Luckily, those are where the bad things end for Mamak. During our visit (after a 20-minute queue), we decided to order what we usually would back home. For drinks, we had Teh O Ais Limau and Limau Ais, a fresh lime with syrup drink on ice, with and without tea.
We also ordered the Maggi Goreng, or fried instant noodles. Here, the instant noodles are wok-tossed with eggs, prawns, fish cake slices and bean sprouts.
And since a visit to a Mamak stall is never complete without a Roti, we decided to give their Roti Tissue a try. Served with sambal, dhal and curry, this paper-thin, extra-crispy and tall Roti is a must try!!
My verdict, if you miss Mamak food and don’t mind the long queues, this is possibly the only place in Sydney CBD that can get you as close to the Mamak stalls back home. We will definitely be back again!!
2 comments:
Have u try the one in Chatswood?
nope, will try it out someday.. :)
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