Halia Restaurant

Saturday, 2nd August 2008

Waited for years to visit this restaurant, finally had the chance.

I did a last minute search for online reviews on Halia Restaurant and there were absolutely no negative comments (not that I know of).

The staffs were really attentive and friendly. They asked for our feedback on the food, refilled our water promptly and even offered to take picture for us without us asking. Thumbs up!!!

Lightings were dim and careless me forgot to bring spare battery for my camera so we had to bear with poor pictures from Kel's camera phone.

Crispy Black Pepper Soft Shell Crab with Wasabi Dressing (Appetiser)One of the recommended dish from online reviews. This is simply yummy. Crispy and Soft. The wasabi dressing is so mild that you dont actually notice it (good for those who love soft shell crab but dislike wasabi).

Roasted Rack of Lamb marinated in Javanese spices (Main Course)

We asked for medium rare. Kelvin dislike bloody meat (he prefer medium or medium well) so I gained as I was made to eat most of the lamb, hee... hee... The meat is marinated just right, very flavorful and juicy. Although I could have praised it further if it was done rare instead (Man... am I a weekend vampire ;p)

Chef Recommended Dessert Not sure whether this is available daily as it was on a separate menu. Cant remember the name of this dessert too. Anyway, it was a very special one. The ice-cream had bacon in it, topped with a pretty sesame crisp 'ribbon' and laid on top of a dates pastry with accompanying cheese sticks and chocolate ball. Strange combi but who would complain when it is oh so yummy... Made my saliva drooled... :p

Wanted to catch a good picture of the nice environment but the lighting was too dim for a good photo shot...
Verdict: A perfect restaurant!!! Nice Environment, Nice Ambience, Good Food and Great Service!!! What more can you expect???