Halia Restaurant

Unclaimed

Yummy and authentic. However, not the best we had in London and there are many just in the area.. Could have been spicier and more flavorful. Regardless, great food! Not pictured is the curry puffs. Don't order that. Very oily. Not flavorful.

Not the best in the area but worth a visit for a breakfast or lunch. The taste was not bad, but they did provide a good variety of dishes with friendly price. The ambient was nice and the staffs were friendly.

Very cozy place with a super authentic Malaysian food! Everything was delicious and the portions were very generous. The desserts and drinks were great, not too sweet, and the staff was friendly and very nice to us ☺️ Thank you!! Will definitely come back!

TLDR: hidden gem which needs to be more consistent. I have scoured London for authentic Malaysian and this is the closest place to eating in the native land. I got the chicken satay, nasi lemak with beef rendang, mee goreng, some patties, and tom yum noodles. Now the chicken satay was absolutely divine with excellent portions and cooked perfectly, with exceptional peanut sauce - superb flavours. This was mirrored by the beef rendang and even the mee goreng; strong and broad flavours that show the food is seasoned properly and in a manner which reflects Malay culture. Unfortunately, the second time I went - the chicken satay were tiny and overcooked, and the tom yum had barely any meat in it, and the chicken in particular was nowhere near fresh. It’s a nice establishment tucked inside a hotel, but I implore the owners/managers to fix up with the standard and quality of their food, if they want to preserve customers (that pay service charge). I want to visit again, but I’m hesitant to. If you want to try it for yourself, I will encourage you to arrive at your own conclusions. 6/10.

Halia Restaurant offers a welcoming ambiance, providing a comfortable setting to enjoy Malaysian cuisine. The environment is well-designed, creating a pleasant dining experience that complements the restaurant’s cultural theme. While the menu features familiar Malaysian flavors, there is room for improvement in both variety and quality. Expanding the selection and refining certain dishes could elevate the overall experience. Despite this, the restaurant remains a solid choice for those seeking a taste of home in a relaxing setting.