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If you're looking for a restaurant that serves Malaysian street food, then Mamak Haymarket is for you. Whilst this restaurant can appear very busy and there are long lines out the front door, do not be perturbed. Just line up, relax and admire the roti maker who is making fresh roti in the window in front of you. Patron turnover is fast and staff are often looking at the line to see when they can seat the patiently waiting customers. Depending on the size of the dining party, customers further down the queue could be seated in front of customers at the start. Staff are helpful to those that require assistance such as those with prams and hound children. On the menu there is the usual street fare. Nasi lemak, Mee goreng, nasi goreng, satay, curry chicken, and a variety of roti dishes - roti Chennai, roti telur (filled with egg), roti bawang (filled with onion), murtabak (roti filled with minced meat, onions and spices) and more. Like something sweet and you have Aiw kachung, chendol, and sweet roti - roti pisang (filled with banana), roti bom (with condensed milk) and more. Looking for a beverage and the Hot and cold varieties of Kopi (coffee) and Teh (tea) are available including my favourite Teh Tarek (foamy tea that has been pulled by pouring the tea from one cup to another) in both hot and cold versions. This is a good restaurant just around the corner from Sydney's Chinatown.
SoniqbuoySoniqbuoy
00
It’s been a while since I have revisited Mamak. While the queues seem to have dissipated, this place still demonstrates you can be rewarded for doing what you do both simply and well. Pandemic changes have seen ordering and payment move onto your phone. Waiters seat you and deliver your dishes shortly after you pay and receive a text message saying your order has been lodged. Roti, served with two curry dips and a splat of spicy sambal, are still the drawcard. Roti canai ($9) pinched into a fluffy little pile is hard to beat; though if you’re hungry, the egg protein hit in roti telur ($10) can be inviting. Both are good foils for the spicy gravy in the slow-cooked kari kambing ($22), a red curry with tender hunks of lamb. A pile of red-dusted ayam berempah ($21) completes our meal. The bite-sized chicken pieces, left on the bone, have a good hit of chilli mingling with cassia, curry leaves, lemongrass, ginger, turmeric and garlic. While the cultural tourists next to us loudly bemoan the lack of wine, I happily slurp a limau ais ($5)—a gentle blend of fresh lime and sugar syrup served over ice—grateful this place hasn’t succumbed to higher prices and a hipster-friendly makeover.
Jackie McMillanJackie McMillan
30
It is no doubt the foods here are always amazing, the peanut sauce of the satay is to die for. Any roti with that curry and lentil on the side is a must try when you visit mamak. They make it fresh from the scratch it was fluffy and the curry is absolutely delicious. Don't forget to get a drink too, teh tarik is a must try drink if you go to malaysia restaurant. The downsides are, the place is really small, the space is really cramped together you can sit side by side to a bunch of stranger. The staff is really rude and don't really care about customer, dont expect great service here. I kinda understand this place is really busy, people are line up to dine in this place, but the waitress look like they are not happy serving customer and dont even try to hide it. One time I come with my friends, we come when the shop just open so there are still plenty of space. They want to sit us near the back kitchen which get really hot, because we sit there last time when we dine in, so I asked us to move to another table, anywhere beside that seat. At that time the store just open and there are many seats, but she insist we need to take that seat or leave, she just making excuse that another table is for people with the stroller and etc. Fyi, We did not demand big table or anything we just want different space and we explained it to her. Well, in the end we did not dine there and go somewhere else. We will be back for the food, maybe takeaway only.
Novita TanNovita Tan
100
This first time I queued to get into Mamak was 9.30pm at night. We were about about the 15th in line outside the restaurant, and the kitchen was due to close in 30 minutes at 10pm. We sadly resigned with a hopeless feeling, and walked away hungry that night. The very next time I queued outside Mamak, we were again about 15th in line, but this was 30 minutes BEFORE they were due to open at 1130am....I have obviously learnt from my previous experience! When Mamak opened, we were promptly shown to our table. We ordered a couple of simple rotis, and Nasi Lemak with a piece of fried chicken. I know we were not in Malaysia, and we will never expect to pay Malaysian prices for such a simple meal. It was however delicious, but my wallet was $45 lighter for the experience. Oh well, we allow ourselves a 'once in a while' treat. I scored 'atmosphere' very low mainly because I had to squish a rather large cockcroach that was crawling up the wall beside me while I was eating. The flattened remains of the insect was staring at me throughout the meal, as I was insistent that I was not going to touch it again.
Philip LimPhilip Lim
50
We went to Mamak Haymarket near Chinatown. This restaurant is a great halal restaurant option in Sydney. There was a line up and we had to wait 10-15 minutes during rush lunch hour but we were shortly seated. The place is unassuming and casual with a warm and relaxed Malaysian vibe. The staff was really friendly and efficient. The food was great, we ordered roti canai to start. It came with lentil curry and spicy dipping sauces. Then we had our mains which were the kari ayam (chicken curry), sambal udang (spicy sambal sauce prawns), mee goreng (fried noodles: a major standout!) and nasi lemak (coconut rice with its accoutrements). For drinks, we got teh tarik (pulled sweetened milk tea) and kopi ais (sweet iced coffee with milk). The menu at Mamak is succinct and authentic - highlighting most popular Malaysian cuisines. The flavours are great and you see a lot of locals and tourists frequent this joint. Additionally, if you pay cash, there is a 10% discount applied to your bill. We recommend this place if you’re looking for a great halal restaurant that serves authentic Malaysian food.
Kara WSOKara WSO
00
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Mamak Haymarket, and my experience was nothing short of delightful. Despite arriving for dinner to a full house, the 20-minute wait in the queue was well worth it. The staff at Mamak were incredibly friendly and accommodating, which added to the overall positive atmosphere of the restaurant. The cozy and clean ambiance further enhanced the dining experience, making it a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. Now, let's talk about the most important aspect - the food. The dishes I tried at Mamak were not only delicious but also offered a genuine taste of Malaysian cuisine. It's often hard to find authentic Malaysian flavors, but Mamak delivered on this front. The ingredients used were of high quality, and the prices were fair considering the quality and quantity of food served. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Mamak Haymarket to anyone looking to savor the flavors of Malaysia. The friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and reasonable prices make it a standout choice for Malaysian cuisine enthusiasts and foodies alike.
Aidid RoslanAidid Roslan
10
Nearby Attractions Of Mamak Haymarket
Darling Harbour
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Basic Info
Address
15 Goulburn St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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+61 2 9211 1668
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mamak.com.au
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4.3
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Buzzing, contemporary Malaysian restaurant serving satay, noodles & desserts like sweet roti.
attractions: Darling Harbour, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Queen Victoria Building, Hyde Park, Westfield Sydney, Sydney Tower Eye, World Square, Australian Museum, Powerhouse Museum, Hyatt Regency Sydney, restaurants: Macchiato Wood Fire Pizza and Coffee Roasters, Shinara Korean BBQ Buffet, Dae Jang Kum, Spice Alley, Ho Jiak Haymarket, Fratelli Fresh Darling Harbour, SkyFeast at Sydney Tower, The Grounds of the City, Kobe Wagyu Yakiniku, Garam Merica Sydney Original Warteg Nasi Bungkus Australia

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