Alright guys, this is a mini review on a wonderful eating spot I found near my office area at Aljunied Road. Located in the industrial area along Tannery Lane, this 80s style canteen serves up possibly one of the meanest Nasi Padang within the radius of 5 km. (Most industrial spots are known for their sparse selection of decent makan). Sporting a generic green signboard (Simply “Muslim Food”), this food stall offers a wide range of vegetable and meat dishes to go with your nasi. Their daily spread would include Mutton or Beef Rendang, Sambal Brinjal, Stir Fried Ladies Fingers or Bitter Gourd, Fried Chicken in Thick Curry, Sambal Cuttlefish, Fried Chicken Wings with Basil, Sambal Prawns and Mussels and occasionally Deep Fried Beef Lungs.

Most of the dishes are generously laced with dried shrimps and has a very piquant taste of mixed spices. The rendang is moderately complimented with spices and coconut, bringing out its natural aroma. I’d usually kick-start my lunch with an order of fresh fruit juice going at only $1.20 from the nearby drinks stall. My choice selection of the day consist of Fried Chicken Drumstick in Thick Curry with Stir Fried Ladies Fingers, Garlic Long Beans and a dash of belachan. Instant gratification for less then $4. Honestly the prices paid here is a steal for the kind of quality you’re getting. Try ordering sotong elsewhere and you’ll know what I mean. You probably need a cheque book or the likes to get by.

Do pay a visit if you happen to be loitering around the vicinity. A word of caution though, try not to come by after 1 pm because you’re likely to only find scraps and limited serving of curry from their already long emptied trays.

PS: Couple of days back, I was at the canteen for my daily dose of kopi after lunchtime and I spotted a bloke having just rice with curry sauce and a satisfied look on his face.

-Darth Sidtoh