Sin Ma Eatery @ Kingsford

Main entrance

Recently we visited SINMA LAKSA HOUSE, a local eatery just around the block from our living quarters.

Teh Tarik

Upon entering the establishment, the first thing that caught our eyes was the Teh Tarik,

Ice Kacang

And the Ice Kacang/Chendol stall. We didn't get to sample any of those cause we were still quite full from the KFC 2 hours ago.

Seating arrangement

It was packed to the brim when we entered, with customers mainly from the SinMa (Singapore & Malaysia) community from their ascents, coupled with a few red heads (Ang Mo).

The sitting arrangement was like normal restaurants, with ... erm well ... tables and chairs obviously. Square tables (for single plate customers) on one side and bigger round tables (for families and gangs) on the other.

Ordering counter

The main counter is designed to resemble the kopitiam style back home. It has a hugh steel block table with a glass panel complete with blazing neon lights. Peeking inside one will find various compartments showcasing the various dishes available for economic rice selections.

Penang Cha Kueh Tiaw $9.00 (4/5)

Our housemate ordered the Cha Kueh Tiaw (spicy). I had a taste and it was actually quite good. The cili they used was hot enough and the size of the kueh tiaw was just right. It came with an huge serving of fish cake slices, prawns and chicken bits.

KL Hokkien Mee $9.50 (4/5)

I had the Hokkien Mee, with thick black sauce and large yellow noodles. First thing I did was rid it of the sambal belachan. No food should go with sambal belachan cept for Nasi Lemak.

Fish Head Beehoon Soup $10.50 (2.5/5)

The GF opted for the Fish Head Beehoon Soup. We were used to the Singapore version with added milk which gave the dish a slightly sweet tinge. This particular one came with ginger slices and "kiam chai", resulting in an overall sour taste.

The housemate confirmed that this is the West Malaysian style. But we didn't really like the dish. Furthermore it came with fried fish rather than fresh fish.

Fish Eye Ball - FOC

The only positive thing about this dish is the addition of a Fish Eye Ball, which came at no additional cost.

Looks like your local mamak doesn't it?

The only drawback is one can't really eat in peace around here. We used a vast amount of our time and energy in the restaurant eavesdropping on the couple next to us, trying to determine whether they're Malaysians or Singaporeans from their ascents. Haha



The restaurant serves set steamboat meals as well. Maybe we'll try it some day. The staff confirmed our hunch that the proprietor hails from Malaysia.

Overall the ambience is good, food's farely similar to Malaysian dishes .... definitely a place to go if you miss the food back home.


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