Restoran Tian Lai — Restaurant in Iskandar Puteri

BEST Seafood cuisine in Gelang Patah & Iskandar Puteri & some say the entire Johor State. Service was prompt, efficient, courteous & welcoming despite staff are ‘aunties’ BUT they served with top notched attitude, hats off to them. Food wise, the Crabs are cooked perfectly especially the perfect texture of the Crab meat which is so succulent, chunky & not limpy, soggy nor loose. For this time, we tried out the Crab cooked with Egg Yolk, die die must try. (Next visit, will try the Chilli Crab & Black Pepper Crab style). The Lalas are excellent, so meaty & very tasty. Tried the Chai Por Omelette & Ching Loong Chye, impeccably done. Oya, never forget to try out the Pork Curry, it was truly awesome bcos the meat is so tender & the rempah is conspicuously outstanding. Ordered their home-made Lor Han Quo drink, tasted so good. Thanks to the Owner, the Mgmt & especially credit goes to the excellent Chef with his Kitchen Team & the marvellous waiting aunties. Thank you Aunties who are fantastic & fabulous waitresses who are so competent, so full of enthusiasm, so efficient yet so hospitable & caring. Without your good service, our dinner wont be as good for us to enjoy our evening. Though the ambience is just a simple basic look it does give us a nostalgic Kampong feel of the good old 1980s feel & sentiment, as long as it is kept clean & stay tidy. We had no problems with parking cos we were here at 5:30pm (the second customer) but by 6:30pm the entire premise was crowded & full, imagine all 20 big round tables fully taken up (possibly 150 pax). So come early to avoid disappointment of finding parking & also to secure a table. Tian Lai has fulfilled all the vital 4 Ps in effective marketing to be so successful over so many decades ie 1st P is Product: Fresh ingredients with tasty Dishes & diners are spoilt with a broad spectrum of choices, 2nd P is Place: the entire hall is kept clean & tidy, 3rd P is People: staff served with excellent attitude ie cordially courteous yet with efficient service, and 4th P is Price: very reasonable charges. You dont feel cheated but value-for-money. Kudos to Tian Lai. What’s more, you wont feel thirsty after 2 hours bcos the tastiness didnt come from MSG but from the genuine freshness & flavours of (or from) the ingredients. I highly recommend anyone & everyone to dine here. I SHALL BE...

Title: Seafood Lover's Paradise!

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this seafood restaurant, and it exceeded all my expectations. Here's why I believe it's a seafood lover's paradise:

Fresh Seafood Galore: This restaurant is a treasure trove of fresh seafood. From the moment you walk in, you'll be greeted by a dazzling display of ocean delights. The variety is astounding, and you can rest assured that whatever you order will be of the highest quality.

Mouthwatering Steamed Fish: If you're a fan of steamed fish, you're in for a treat! The steamed fish here is prepared to perfection, with the delicate flavors of the fish shining through. It's a dish that seafood enthusiasts should not miss.

Delectable Steamed Prawns: The steamed prawns are another highlight. Cooked just right, they are succulent and bursting with natural sweetness. It's a dish that showcases the freshness and quality of the seafood served here.

Salted Egg Crab Perfection: The pièce de résistance has to be the salted egg crab. The aroma of this dish is enough to make your mouth water, and the use of fresh crab elevates it to another level. The combination of rich, creamy salted egg sauce and the sweet crab meat is a match made in heaven.

Ideal for Dinner: The ambiance of this restaurant is perfect for a memorable dinner. It's an inviting and cozy place where you can relax and savor your seafood feast. Whether it's a special occasion or a casual night out, this restaurant sets the mood just right.

Short Waiting Time: One of the things I appreciated most was the short waiting time. Despite the popularity of the restaurant, they manage their orders efficiently, ensuring you don't have to wait too long to dig into your favorite seafood dishes.

In conclusion, if you're a seafood enthusiast looking for a place that serves the freshest seafood, prepares steamed fish and prawns to perfection, and offers a mouthwatering salted egg crab, this restaurant is a must-visit. It's not just a meal; it's a seafood extravaganza that will leave you craving for more. I can't wait to return for another unforgettable...

Don't understand d rave. Think it's OK only. Probably the worst review I'd ever given to any FnB ever in Malaysia. Which surprises even me . N d price also average. I really didn't like d service. SERVICE- D staff were generally rude, unattentive .. Many popular plcs in jb, even how busy also not almost all so bochap n no smiles.. eg, 1 of them.. when ask for recommendations,. What type of crab, or prawn style of cooking bettet,say see what u like lor? N another, when ask for more chilli, replied no other chilli , Blankly tell me ..hv only chilli padi wth soya sauce.. Another 1, when ask to tabao more food coz i wanted to treat my regular masseuse supper ,as i booked massage,after dinner, she like not interested.. say only noodles left then hold d pen n paper n looked away.. oh, . Like i am disturbing her, as she so busy staring at d cashier machine where she sitting at.. . Last one, when my order of food tabao done, she just , slam on my table walk away . Nvr say anything nvr even acknowledge..really all in Svc bad. How is it possible ?? I'm really shocked lor. Staff all not friendly, not helpful , not Inattentive. SIGH...after engaging wth 5 of them .

ONLY SMILE I got d whole dinner was d aunty who took my order, wen she came bk to tell me there's 2 female crab left . I wanted wen order n there wasnt any left. Appreciated her double checking . N thanked her She smiled n say OK! So think fair to say svc overall lousy ya. 1/5

FOOD Felt it really was soso.. only . Had my fave drunken prawn, prawn was fresh not sweet ... mmm. N soup was.. like mmm water with Chinese wine .. Had Lala , ok juicy n big but soup was ..also average.. lack lustre . Had Pepper crab, just very peppery. I think SG n JB many plcs mks them.better. Can come bk . But won't purposely come back type. U...