Satay Ria - Brisbane

We went there about 5 or 6 times so far. We love their char kway teow and Hainan chicken rice the best. Service is always good. There was just one time when we... read more We went there about 5 or 6 times so far. We love their char kway teow and Hainan chicken rice the best. Service is always good. There was just one time when we were dining there, they have a guy fixing something near our table (proper handyman trying to fix something onto the wall or something like that). It was weird because people were having their meal and you have this handyman doing his things at the same time. It just didn't feel right. They should have waited. But aside from that, food is good and service is always friendly. --- Edit: Went there last Saturday and their chicken rice was not as nice as usual. The chicken pieces were dry and the rice is not that tasty. First time it happened. At first we thought maybe they're under new management, but later on we saw some familiar faces. So it was quite disappointing, cause we drove all the way there looking forward to the yummy chicken rice and we didn't get it. Also lunch special is no longer $10, now it's $11.80. Will not hurry back.

We went there about 5 or 6 times so far. We love their char kway teow and Hainan chicken rice the best. Service is always good. There was just one time when we... read more We went there about 5 or 6 times so far. We love their char kway teow and Hainan chicken rice the best. Service is always good. There was just one time when we were dining there, they have a guy fixing something near our table (proper handyman trying to fix something onto the wall or something like that). It was weird because people were having their meal and you have this handyman doing his things at the same time. It just didn't feel right. They should have waited. But aside from that, food is good and service is always friendly. --- Edit: Went there last Saturday and their chicken rice was not as nice as usual. The chicken pieces were dry and the rice is not that tasty. First time it happened. At first we thought maybe they're under new management, but later on we saw some familiar faces. So it was quite disappointing, cause we drove all the way there looking forward to the yummy chicken rice and we didn't get it. Also lunch special is no longer $10, now... read more

I love Chicken. I love food on sticks. I am always in search of great chicken and when it is served on a stick, all the better! Satay Ria makes the following... read more I love Chicken. I love food on sticks. I am always in search of great chicken and when it is served on a stick, all the better! Satay Ria makes the following claim on their website and every page of their menu, "Our Signature Satays Are Really To Die For Offering A True Culinary Experience". Joe K and I paid their Fortitude Valley location a visit to sample their signature Chicken Satay and evaluate their lofty claim. Needless to say, we both ordered Chicken Satay and waited with anticipation for our culinary experience. The dish was well presented and looked appetising, but from the very first bite it was apparent that their claims were aspirational at best. The chicken was dry and the marinade was a bit overpowering - usually the result of marinating too long. Still, I would rate the chicken on its own a 3.5. The real disappointment was the sauce, which was quite sweet and lacked the classic peanut flavour. The sauce rated a 2 and dragged the overall rating for the dish down to a 3. Satay Ria's Satays are not to die for...They aren't even the best I've had in Brisbane. That said, they have an expansive menu that looks interesting and I wouldn't rule out a return trip to sample more of it.

They also offer wine. I really enjoyed the delicious mixed fried rice topped with an omelette. The noodles and appetizers were fantastic, and the staff provid... read more They also offer wine. I really enjoyed the delicious mixed fried rice topped with an omelette. The noodles and appetizers were fantastic, and the staff provided attentive and friendly service. I highly recommend trying the Nasi Goreng dish.

I was craving a really good Chinese meal and was absolutely delighted to see that this place did Crispy Peking Duck.<br/ We went for one of their specials 10 pa... read more I was craving a really good Chinese meal and was absolutely delighted to see that this place did Crispy Peking Duck.<br/ We went for one of their specials 10 pancakes of Peking Duck and duck with noodles. Both dishes were excellent.<br/ There were lots of other dishes that I wanted to try, just a shame that we are only here a few days.<br/ The service was quick considering how busy the restaurant was and the staff could not have been more friendly or helpful.<br/ Would thoroughly recommend this restaurant and hope to be able to fit in another visit before we leave.<br/