Tan Hai Van Ho Chi Minh City A Violation of Trust
Chinese
- RM100 - RM200 per pax
Our dim sum meal at Tan Hai Van Ho Chi Minh City was overshadowed by a bill containing expensive dishes we never ordered or ate


Hokkien Mee, Street Food
When the plate of Hokkien Mee arrived at Restoran Eng Teck Hokkien Mee SS15, the initial indicators were highly promising. The kitchen wields a hot flame, and the noodles possessed a spectacular, unmistakable wok hei that hit the senses immediately. The texture of the thick yellow noodles was structurally sound, holding up well under the heavy tossing.

Unfortunately, the narrative stumbled past that initial smoky introduction. While the breath of the wok was present, the rest of the plate was surprisingly muted, lacking the deep, savory baseline seasoning and dark soy intensity that gives Hokkien Mee its classic soul. It felt like a foundation without a complete structure. At RM13 for a single portion, it’s a fair entry point, but the flat flavor profile ultimately held me back. Had this bowl delivered a more complete flavor arc, I might have been tempted to expand the session and order a few more items to try.


MVX Score: 6.2/10
M – Meal Value
At RM13.00 for a single portion in the heart of Subang Jaya, the pricing is standard and accessible. However, the utility drops when the flavor profile leaves you wanting more depth.
Score: 6.5/10
V – Venue & Vibes
The restaurant operates as a typical, straightforward Chinese tai chow environment. It’s functional, bright, and practical for a quick evening noodle fix, though parking in this area remains a daily challenge.
Score: 6.0/10
X – X-Factor
The X-factor is the wok hei. The kitchen genuinely understands heat management but needs the seasoning to back it up.
Score: 6.0/10
Business Hours:
Monday to Friday
11:00 am to 12:00 am
Saturday and Sunday
02:00 pm to 12:00 am
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