New World

Kim (11 February 2008)

On Chinese New Year Day in 2007, I was introduced to this restaurant by a Chinese friend. The service and food was good. I went again in the year with another Chinese friend and retained my first impression.

However, on Chinese New Year Day 2008, I went with a group of non-Chinese friends whom I had recommended this restaurant to and it was very embarrassing. The waiters ignored us, it took forever to get a bowl of steamed rice. I had to demand for it in a loud voice and one waiter was even downright rude. The other waiters who had observed this, looked shocked, but tried to excuse his behaviour. I understand that as it was Chinese New Year it was a busy day, but this is no reason to be rude to paying customers. Our complaint about his behaviour was not taken seriously.

Jacqueline (14 September 2003)

My friend and I went to New World for Dim Sum during the week. The restaurant has a typical Chinese decor. The ladies with the trolleys are very friendly and helpful.

Quality of the Dim Sum is generally good. However, there isn't much of a selection compared to another Chinese restaurant in Chinatown, which I eat in every week.

Not many restaurants like New World offer a push-trolley service and coming from Singapore, I would say it is of a very similar style of service compared to back home. Generally authentic.

It will be quite an eye opener for someone who has never been to a typical Chinese restaurant.