Chunky lobster and prawns sitting in a soft buttery roll that stays warm and fragrant from the lemon butter sauce. It eats clean and easy, nothing heavy and the wedges come out crisp with that nice clean bite that makes the whole plate feel even better than expected 》A$42

📍 Bennie’s Cafe · Bistro
Opera Quays, Shop 10/3 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Traditional Teochew porridge that feels steady and comforting. Portions of chai poh omelette, ngoh hiang and homemade fishcake are just right for one, easy to pair with porridge without being heavy. The mix of dishes keeps the meal balanced and light, the kind of familiar comfort I’d gladly return to 》$11.50

📍 Ju Ming Xiang Teochew Porridge | #02-50

Platter for two sets up marinated meats, smoked duck, seafood and vegetables around the grill. The meats cook tender, seafood adds variety and the greens keep the broth light and sweet. I still prefer this branch among the others as the experience feels more consistent. The chilli lifts the flavours with a fiery kick and the marination across the meats makes them satisfying without needing much else 》$28 / Platter for 2

The yuan yang waffle comes half muah chee and half nian gao, chewy stretch on one side and sticky bite on the other with crisp edges holding it together. Actual pieces of muah chee coated with peanut sit on top, adding chew and nutty crunch that make the texture more layered. Honeycomb and caramelised banana with choco chip gelato bring sweetness but the flavours feel ordinary. The waffle itself feels more memorable, especially with the peanut‑muah chee combo.

Yuan Yang Waffle 》$9
Double Scoop 》$12.50

Jaffna Duck Curry
Duck cooked tender in light coconut gravy, creamy yet gentle with spice warmth. Felt different from the usual and easily my favourite of the meal 》$34

Seeni Sambol
Caramelised onion that’s rich and sticky with tamarind giving a sweet‑tangy lift. Paired beautifully with the curry and rice 》$8

Dallo Baduma
Crispy fried calamari with a buttery chilli kick. Good crunch and flavour though it didn’t fare as well compared to the duck curry 》$26

Yellow Rice
Fragrant and fluffy, cashews adding bite and caramelised onions bringing sweetness. Ordered the half portion and it’s still enough for sharing between two 》$5

The exterior comes out golden brown and cracks with a clean crunch. Inside, the crab filling is soft and creamy, carrying gentle sweetness that blends with Sri Lankan spices. The dip adds a garlicky and peppery lift that brightens the richness, making each bite layered and lively 》$18

Hungry late at night and had curry rice with bitter gourd, squid, potatoes and lean meat. Homely flavours, nothing fancy but reliable. It’s the kind of meal that leaves me satisfied and content 》$14

First time trying and I went with their best seller. I was expecting proper grilled pork but the filling tasted more like luncheon meat, salty and processed. The egg softened it slightly but the rice was plain instead of sushi rice so the flavour felt flat. Overall it didn’t turn out like how I expected and left me a bit disappointed 》$4.30

I usually come here for supper and the prata is reliably good, crisp outside with soft layers inside. This time I decided to have prata in the morning instead. The onion prata still carried its sweetness and bite but the plain prata came out overly crispy and hard, more like a biscuit, missing that slightly chewy, doughy texture I prefer.

The curry and sambal‑style chilli gravy were still good, giving the familiar flavour and kick. Just that the plain prata this morning was disappointing compared to the consistent nights I have had here. Not sure if it was a different person cooking but the difference was noticeable.

Plain Prata 》$2.80 / 2 Pcs
Onion Prata 》$2.20

The Cajun chicken came juicy and well‑seasoned with mozzarella melting into the Cajun sauce for a creamy layer. Sides of Cajun fries and mushroom soup made the set generous. The overall portion was big enough to feed two of me and for the price, it’s worth the buck 》$9 + $1.50 Mushroom Soup

This MXG is fragrant without being oily, spice brings warmth but doesn’t overwhelm and I like that there are no peppercorns in sight so it stays smooth and easy to enjoy without the numbing overload.

The fried specials are the highlight. Fish fillets stay crisp outside with tender flesh, luncheon meat turns golden and crunchy and potato slices snap with every bite. Fried separately, they add crunch and richness without greasiness, making the bowl satisfying all around 》$18.25

The mochi taro jasmine feels richer with earthy taro blending into floral jasmine tea. The warm and soft mochi at the bottom adds gentle chew that breaks up the creaminess. It makes the cup interesting and comforting, a standout on the menu that shows a nice contrast. The white peach oolong milk tea is more refreshing choice, light and fragrant with a velvety texture that makes it easy to sip.

Mochi Taro Jasmine 》$5.90
White Peach Oolong Milk Tea 》$4.90