The rustic ambience makes it a charming spot to take a breather from the hustle and bustle of life. A big monsoon drain with the sound of flowing water (no foul smell!) and a huge Bodhi tree (with songs from the caged birds) completes the experience.
Very fresh tasting prata, hot off the pan, with a nice floury fragrance, some crispy areas and edges, and soft eggy parts. All this was set in a nice kampong like environment opposite Mindef.
Though busy, the service from the team remain friendly and it left me a comfortable impression. The place is layback and I do not mind revisiting it.
I do not eat beef brisket noodle often therefore I am not too sure of the traditional way of having it but I cannot do without sambal chili when having dry noodle.
The beef was actually quite good with a good beefy flavour and chewiness without being tough. The tendon was really good, soft and qq like jelly. The soup though was somewhat bland and “soapy”, although the kway teow was nicely soft and slippery.
Standard stuff, with quite tender and slightly fatty char siew and sio bak.
In fact, I like this char siew for its tenderness and chewiness.
Tastewise, it is flavorful though some may find it on the saltier side. Fortunately, the coriander I added helps to cut through the richness.
The words of mouth that I received for Shi Nian is justified. I do not mind making a return for their other dishes on the menu too.
I thought this was a standard above average lontong, with a gentle lemak gravy, soft but firm rice cakes, tender but crisp cabbage and sweet kerisik – dry toasted shredded coconut.
Good standard. The laksa in particular was earthy and funky. Nice.
