SELAMAT DATANG
But sadly the waitress told us to wait 30 minutes since they have to bake it. Our mistake we should have ordered it with the main course well since we only had limited time. Of course the crepe is served with Vanilla Ice Cream. All throughout it was worth it, since it fits in our budget plus at least we tried some exotic food. Just so you know the ice tea, is our very own Nestea Ice tea served with lemon, so just incase you encounter that, good luck with it.
Honestly the meal, there's nothing special. It's just like a regular lunch/dinner meal for students or working people. At the same time the Malaysian Vibe is not there, I felt like I'm eating in a regular fast-food chain. They should at least improve their menu and also at least have a website for their establishment.
Ambiance
During our visit it was a weekend, we decided to have dinner since my friends have a Saturday class. The restaurant is packed since it was a weekend. At first I thought it would be a coffee shop, like Starbucks but it’s a simple dining area. Although I wish they have bigger space so that more guests would go there, especially on a weekend. Right when you can see some graphics on the wall. The restaurant is a bit shabby and honestly the environment is not friendly. The whole thing is just like eating in a school’s cafeteria.
Service
The waitresses were fine. It’s just that they don’t smile; it looks likes they’re telling us to order already. But at least they describe the food that we were about to order.
I realized that Malaysian food and Filipino food are similar best example the Nasi Goreng is a spicy garlic fried rice. Malaysia and the Philippines are two neighboring countries that advance each other by influencing through food and culture. As a culinary student, doing this food trip adventure helps in having new ideas in making a recipe or doing some home-cooking. Like me I love to experiment some new dishes, at the same time I love to eat. A lot. If you’re a food lover then get out of your house and try some new restaurants. There’s nothing wrong in trying something new, just make sure you have the budget
Critique by: Paulina Alano.
FYI:
MARTABAK CAFE is located at the Ground Flr, SM Mall of Asia (North Wing) (at Pacific Dr & Sunset Ave), Pasay, Pasay City