Damasquino Restaurant — Restaurant in Perak

Visited on a Sunday evening for dinner for 2 people. Parking was easy to find, and the restaurant itself is conveniently located (just follow Waze). The place is spacious with plenty of seating both inside and outside. The service was good, and the staff were friendly.

The menu offers a wide variety of options, from rice dishes, pasta, kunafah, shawarma, to a range of drinks—typical of an Arab restaurant. The prices seemed reasonable; we spent RM96 overall. However, the food quality was a bit disappointing. We ordered the Nasi Arab, which was clearly microwaved—the rice and soup were cold, but the plate and bowl were extremely hot. The rice was just okay, but the lamb was nice.

We also tried the loaded chicken dish, but unfortunately, only the fries were hot while the chicken was cold. Drinks were served after we finished our main course, possibly because we ordered a pot of tea which might have taken some time to brew.

The highlight of the meal was definitely the kunafah, specifically the pistachio version recommended by the server. It was priced at RM25 and wasn't bad at all.

For now, they only accept cash payments and QR codes, but it seems they might introduce card payments soon.

Overall, the service was good, and the servers were pleasant. However, the restaurant could improve by avoiding microwaving food, and there was also a fly in the restaurant, possibly due to the rainy weather. Would I return? Maybe for the kunafah, but probably not for the...

Disappointing Experience – Not Worth the Hype

I was searching for a good Middle Eastern restaurant for a company gathering and came across this place through TikTok videos. The food looked really tempting, so I decided to visit and check it out before making a reservation. Thankfully, I chose to try the food first, and I’m glad I did.

I ordered the Maandi Chicken, expecting a flavorful and satisfying meal. Unfortunately, it turned out to be one of the most disappointing Middle Eastern dishes I’ve ever had. The chicken was dry, not fresh, and completely lacked flavor. It was served with a spicy tomato sauce and a chicken broth, both of which were bland and uninspiring. After a few bites, I lost my appetite and left most of the meal untouched.

The atmosphere wasn’t inviting, and the service was below average, which only added to the disappointment. Had I gone ahead with the company gathering here, it would have been an unpleasant experience for everyone and a huge waste of money.

A word of caution: Don’t be misled by the TikTok videos promoting this place. They seem more like paid advertisements than genuine reviews. I fell for them, and I wouldn’t want others to make the same mistake. Even the food presentation fall short which doesn’t deserve a picture. If you’re considering dining here, I strongly recommend trying the food first before making any...

First time had middle eastern cuisine with parents. Food was wonderful. My parents who rarely accept new cuisine and surprisingly they willing to have another try with middle eastern cuisine. Everything was wonderful but I don’t think we will go for fish again. The grilled fish was good but kinda dry. Mom and dad love the rice of Mandi Chicken and the lamb from Bukhari Lamb. Fahsah lamb quite good too. Tastes good when it sizzling but I found it’s slightly salty when it no longer hot. I think menu needs to be improve because middle eastern cuisine is quite new to many people. We quite blur when we saw the menu and I try to search picture from google to show my parents. They were rely me to make the order and I depend on the waiter but it seems not really helpful when come to food ordering. Please take note: not helpful in food ordering didn’t mean they are rude. Their service are good. And they are good looking too 😂 I surely will...