Sing's Asian Kitchen - Brisbane

I am disappointed to say that this is the first time I have been let down by Yelp's recommendations. After a long week, I was craving some vegetables that I didn't have to cook myself and that wouldn't leave me with more dishes to clean in the morning. Despite the positive reviews on Yelp and other websites, I ordered a vegetarian dish with deep fried tofu and dipping sauces. When I got home, I found that the tofu portion was only three pieces, which was disappointing. The tofu itself was firm silken, but the dipping sauces were unpleasant. The dark brown sauce tasted burnt and overly salty, while the red sauce tasted cheap and odd. The vegetarian dish was mediocre at best, with a smaller-than-expected amount of vegetables in a basic, overly oily broth, topped with burnt cashew nuts. The restaurant was busy and reasonably priced, suggesting they must be doing something right, but I won't be returning.

I can't say I'm on the Sing's bandwagon, especially with Mints as a direct competitor. Sing's has got to be one of Rosalie's busiest but it had never seemed to hit the spot for me. Last night I ordered the pho beef noodle soup and was again disappointed. The beef was cut into thick steak like portions and was an awful texture, normally one would expect thin shaved beef slices which cook once placed in the boiling broth. This was awful, the meat was rubbery and thoroughly unenjoyable. To add to this I then found 3 small cockroach looking bugs in my meal. My friend ordered tom yum soup and a pork salad bowl, her pork was also rubbery but she states the tom yum soup is one of Brisbane's best! I'm not sing's number one, I feel that it has gone down hill significantly in the last few years, but if your looking for generic tasting Asian cuisine for affordable prices then this will certainly satiate.

I am very surprised to be the first person to review this popular restaurant! It is probably the most popular restaurant in Rosalie, even on a Monday night, expect to be turned away if you do not have a reservation. What I love about this place, is their entree menu. This place has the best spring rolls I 've had in a long time. I 'm pretty sure these are homemade as they do not taste like the ones many Asian restaurants will offer. Apart from the delicious entrees, this place offers a lot of your favourite Thai and Chinese dishes such as 'Mongolian Beef ', 'Pad Thai ' and 'Satay Chicken '. All of these dishes are at very reasonable prices and are even cheaper if you order them to takeaway. The service is not always great which is why I can 't give this place a 5 star rating. Sometimes, I have found myself having to ask for simple things like table water when we have run out and once your food is served, no wait staff will come to you to check if your meal is to your satisfaction.

If you enjoy Asian cuisine and find yourself in Rosalie, Sing's is a must-visit restaurant. Every night it is open, there is a bustling crowd both inside and out. I suggest arriving early if you plan to dine in, as seating can be quite difficult to come by once 6 o'clock rolls around. The staff at Sing's may seem a bit overwhelmed by the sheer number of customers they serve, but they are generally polite, friendly, and helpful. If you opt for takeout, you will not be disappointed either. The chefs at Sing's consistently deliver delicious and generous meals. After trying a variety of appetizers and main dishes, you may struggle with how much to order. My wife and I particularly enjoy the Sweet Corn Soup, Salt and Spicy Chicken, Nasi Goreng, and Yellow Curry. Due to its popularity and limited front counter staff, it can sometimes be challenging to reach Sing's by phone. The restaurant tends to get very busy, especially from Thursday onwards. Dealing with potential language barriers over the phone may be frustrating, but simply stating the meal number you want should suffice. Despite these minor inconveniences, I stand by my positive rating of Sing's.

Upon seeing the sign on the side of Sing's building, I was taken aback by the size and appearance of the restaurant. The layout and color scheme gave off a vibe of a small take-out joint where you wait outside for your order. The menu boasted a variety of Asian cuisines such as Chinese, Malaysian, Thai, and Vietnamese. Parking in the Rosalie area can be a challenge, with limited street park spaces and strict regulations in the nearby car park. Despite the bustling atmosphere in Rosalie, Sing's was only about one-fourth full when I visited on a Saturday afternoon. The wait staff were busy, but efficient. My companions ordered the Mongolian Beef and Satay Chicken, both of which they enjoyed. The restaurant had a predominantly young, male crowd, with only a few other patrons besides myself. I look forward to returning on a busier night for a more lively dining experience at Sing's.