Temasek

4.5 Below Average

Food  5      Ambience  5      Service  4      Value  4     

Went on a wet Tuesday evening, the place was uncharacteristically only half full. Service was still slow and patchy, for some unknown reason the waiter waited until all three tables were ready to order, then took all orders before returning to the kitchen with a handful of dockets all at once!

The food was not up to standard, the sauces were oily and gluggy, and for at least one of the dishes, Sambal chicken, one got the impression that the meat had not been cooked together with the sauce. Inconsistent and idiosyncratic is the best way to describe this restaurant. Our last couple of visits have been disappointing, and the food is no longer inexpensive. Could be time to move on.

Apr 18, 2012 

3.3 Below Average

Food  6      Ambience  5      Service  1      Value  1     

After a recent dining experience where we were a relatively large group, the food was generally quite good and tasty, however, at the end of the meal, we had in fact been overcharged by $50 and was very disappointed by how that was handled by the restaurant. There was no apology and on the flipside we were made to feel that we were in the wrong as there was quite some complaint by few members of the group. The drama could have been avoided if the restaurant had not made an error in overcharging us in the first place.

Because of the extremely poor and rude service encountered, we will not return to dine here. Agreed with another reviewer's comment depending on who you get on the day there's a lot of "attitude" by staff.

Apr 11, 2012 

6.5 Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  5      Service  5      Value  7     

The food is always great. I definitely recommend the Prawn Hokkien Mee, just so eggy and delicious. The portion sizes are quite large and its good value for money.

The service is poor though, at times they've forgotten our orders and would have to wait another 10 minutes. And at times you'd feel pressured to leave due to the growing lines outside.

So if you're up for a quick, tasty meal without the fancy chatting and dining then this place if for you! Will definitely come back!

Mar 25, 2012 

7.8 Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  7      Service  7      Value  8     

Been going here for years, and this place is a keeper. Great, authentic Singaporean/Malaysian flavours and big portions.

Place is always busy, so book if you're going on one the big nights of the week. Place isn't fancy, but has a nice buzz with people out just to enjoy the food. Service is warm and friendly.

Mar 23, 2012 

6.5 Recommended

Food  6      Ambience  6      Service  7      Value  7     

Food is not consistent but on a good night, the laksa, hainan chicken and okra kang kong is divine.

However, sadly went on a valentines and was a little disappointed. Have to understand that they are trying to push tables and also trying to keep the dishes coming out quickly but we felt we were a rush over, with food being just average.

I do have faith that next time I go it be better!

Mar 05, 2012 

4.5 Below Average

Food  7      Ambience  4      Service  3      Value  4     

I come here every now and then with a group of people who like Malay and Indo food.

This place really is hit and miss. Some days, the food, the staff, and the experience are just great. Others times, the same dishes and service are just downright ordinary. Having said that, the nasi goreng, chilli squid, and grilled chicken are some of the highlights here.

Wait staff are generally okay, but can sometime give you a bit of attitude. It depends largely on who you get on the day.

The one big downside that has been consistent every time I have been is that there is lots of pressure to get you out if it is busy, even before you have finished your meal.

As long as you don't mind a gamble, this place can really reward. Most of the time, though, I have walked away a bit disappointed.

Nov 27, 2011 

4.3 Below Average

Food  7      Ambience  3      Service  1      Value  6     

Been there for lunch at busy Fri lunch time with colleagues. Food was good but some of them come really slow...Some pre-made dish like "Hainan chicken" and "Rendang beef with rice" comes in 5 minutes but for "Nasi Goreng" we wait for more than 15 minutes and the end we have to take that away but they didn't give us the cutlery.

However, they have the worst service that I have ever seen in any of the restaurant, especially the senior staff, the one who handle the money and never smile). When we ask to pay separately, she starts show us attitude and actually sweared to us. (Yes I didn't say it wrong, Swear.) I understand that they are busy and they don't want to split the bill, but they shouldn't give us attitude.

At the end I decide not give them any tips so I count the money, but the cashier grabbed the money and said to me "Just give me the money, I don't take your extra 10 cents 20 cents." I said: "excuse me you were just mean to us, you sweared to us before" She said:" I didn't swear to you, I swear to god I didn't swear to you" with a really bad attitude.

Since I have those experience there, for sure I won't be coming back. There are lot of similar restaurant around which can provide same quality food, similar price but much better service.

Nov 11, 2011 

8.8 Highly Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  8      Service  10      Value  8     

Have been here a few times and have always found the staff to be efficient and friendly. Have enjoyed staff xmas parties at Temasek with the Singapore Chilli Crab totally delish! Arrived last Friday evening with no booking but was squeezed in for a quick bite to eat. Chowed down on Nasi Lemak (the beef rendang is TDF!), some Kang Kong, Char Kway Teow and Nasi Goreng in under an hour! The 3 of us rolled out with our container of left overs and satisfied smiles... We'll be back again soon!

Oct 18, 2011 

4.8 Average

Food  6      Ambience  4      Service  3      Value  6     

Yes, it is busy. Yes, it is an icon. but from my last experience there, I cannot say that it has the best Hainan Chicken rice, or the best Laksa in Sydney anymore. Couple that with a somewhat sour/severe attitude from the waitress and an unsmiling proprietor, I think I can safely say that I am happy to move on.

Oct 03, 2011 

6.3 Average

Food  7      Ambience  5      Service  6      Value  7     

You are almost guaranteed with quick and efficient service when choose to dine at Temasek.

Food always land on the table fast with consistent flavours, reasonable portion size. They are always very busy and although they have a limited menu but still plenty to choose from.

There is a limited of good Malaysian / Singaporean restaurants around, I wonder why they are always busy and fully booked!

Will keep coming back to this restaurant without a doubt.

Sep 05, 2011