Pines Cafe — Restaurant in Pahang

First time here. Heard that this restaurant has just had a new management team about 5 months ago.

Things I like:

1. the restaurant is clean and spacious. You can choose to sit indoor or outdoor. The outdoor view is awesome and beautiful.
2. there is no menu available. You can inform the chef whatever you feel like having, if there is sufficient ingredients in the kitchen then the chef can cook for you. Or else you can discuss with the chef what's their recommendation. They have Chinese food (pork free), western, and some local fusions.
3. the portion is very generous.
4. the food is surprisingly TASTY. we came where without much expectation but the taste of the food exceeded our expectation. They are really delicious. We thought we have ordered too much but somehow we managed to finish all
5. prices are reasonable (though not the lowest), but comparing to other Chinese restaurant around here, this place is considered worth while.

Finally, I'm glad I found this place, so whenever I come to Fraser's Hill again in the future, I will...

Update: April 2023. The cook has changed. Food is below average.

Sept. 2022. We had a very satisfying dinner here. We had vegetables curry, stir fried mixed vegetables and seafood fried rice. Everything was delicious. The fried rice is a must. The rice texture is just right. We overheard a group of birdwatcher diners commented that the fishhead curry was good. Portion and price are reasonable. Service was efficient and friendly. The outdoor dining area was great for bird watching. There was a barbet nest in the tree. It was fun watching parent birds flying in and out of the nest. Cindy, the service crew could point out the location of the nest to you. We will definitely dine here again. Can't wait to try their signature Indonesian...

Located within The Pines Resort Fraser's Hill, Pines Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. We were here for lunch which had an Asian menu. I am vegetarian and requested tofu which they managed to cook up claypot version which was not on the menu. Service was exceptionally courteous and we received our food and drinks quickly. We were also asked if we would like to sit outdoors which we did where there is a lovely view of the pine trees and surrounding greenery. Even though it was 1 pm, the mist was rolling in and very cooling. Servings were adequately sized and we got refill of hot water for our Chinese tea without having to ask. Definitely a place for a nice meal, lovely view and to chill out in the...