My third installment of prata places in Jalan Kayu, this is the last one. Again, it's located in the same block, all in very close proximity to each other. This is probably the quietest of the three, so if you're looking for more peace, then come here. The kitchen is actually downstairs, i think. They have a little mini elevator that brings the food up.Ta'aam Restaurant
Location: 257 Jalan Kayu
Contact: 64810431
Opening Hours: Daily 10am-1am
NOTE - This is NOT a 100% vegetarian eatery! However, they have a suitable range of vegetarian food that you can choose from. But for those who wish only to eat in 100% vegetarian places, don't go here.
If you're wondering why i'm always only reviewing dosai and prata, it's due to these being the only vegetarian options on the menu! This Masala Dosai is quite pricey, but the quality is pretty decent! It's crisp, yet soft and highly enjoyable to eat! The quantity of masala is generous, however, i sensed that this masala was far from fresh, it was very soggy, and tasting...Old. Most likely they made it in the morning, and seen as though we went at night, this may explain it. But no excuses, it definitely lets this dosai down.Price: $3.00. 7/10
In Jalan Kayu, this may well be the most impressive Plain Prata. It's is not flat, and is well layered. Crispy, yet chewy, just how a plain prata should be! Usually a poor plain prata will be flat and have no body to it, this one thankfully is not like that! Still a little small, but definitely order this!Price: $0.90. 8/10
This Cheese Prata is large in size, but unfortunately is lacking in many other traits. Firstly, it seems almost like there is a rawness about it, although it's probably not under cooked, it just seems like it needs to be charred more. Although the price is very reasonable (cheaper than all others in Jalan Kayu) the cheese is very little. Just one small square of cheese is what is inside, so price wise there is probably no saving logistically.Price: $2.00. 3/10
Conclusion - Again, like with most prata shops, the pratas all vary, and you tend to get a mixture of pro's and con's. This place does have a fantastic plain prata, yet the cheese prata was severely underwhelming. In Jalan Kayu there is certainly not one definitive prata shop that sells the best everything. They all tend to claim success for different types of prata. If i had to pick a favourite, it probably would be the highly popular Thohirah.
Overall Rating
Food - 6/10
Ambiance- 7/10
Service - 7/10
Value - 7/10
I like your ‘NOTE comment’ on this post : )
ReplyDeleteIf I am not wrong, not many who go vegetarian due to religion would go to Indian Vegetarian Eateries and much lesser would consider the non-veg Indian eatery that offers vegetarian option. One of the many reasons, Indian Vegetarian cuisine uses ingredients like onion, garlic which some strict vegetarian don’t consume.
On the whole, I would think Non-veg Eateries with vegetarian option had a much better understanding of vegetarianism and vegetarian food, because Vegetarian and semi-vegetarian (go vegetarian few days a week)are very common in India and this culture is brought over here.
Prata and Thosai are very popular item and can be found at the Indian Stalls in Coffeeshop. Therefore, I can only appreciate the Roti Prata and Masala Thosai. There is this non-vegetarian Indian stall in my neighbourhood coffeeshop selling Masala Thosai @ S$2 per pc.
Yeah you're right Crystal. I should actually put if the place has onions, garlic, cheese, egg etc etc at the start of each post, something that i'll consider in the future!
ReplyDeleteWow, and is the thosai at your neighborhood coffee shop any good? They're sold everywhere really, i guess, but it's tricky to find a really good one!
Thanks
Luke
My exposure to Masala Thosai is quite limited, so I can't really compare yet. The dal or vegetable curry that come with it is rather diluted and I often ask for none.
ReplyDeletecheers :)
Yeah, sometimes the daal or sambar that comes with the dosai is not too good at all. So i don't blame you for asking not to have it.
ReplyDeleteHowever, there are some places where it comes with a superb sambar curry! In particular, the one i recently reviewed! (Sagar Ratna). It's thick and packed with flavour!
For the best dosai's though, Raj is where you should head! They really have a huge amount to choose from! All fantastic!
Thanks!
Luke