http://www.muummaam.com.au
More than just a tukshop
There’s certainly seems to be a bit of a foodie buzz around Holt Street with Muum Maam being neighbours to Cotton Duck and Vini. A lunch time visit scores a little wooden table at the front making my legs feel somewhat oversized and a little cramp due to lack of space underneath. Fish cakes ($5 for 2 pieces) are something of a must try for me in any Thai restaurant and these handmade ones are nicely flavoured and spongy soft although quite small and gone in no time at all. Pity the sauce looks stock standard rather than home made and I still prefer the plating and dressing up of Sumjit Thai’s version.
I was excited to see the menu listing of Prawn cakes ($6 for 2 pieces) which were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside but unfortunately I couldn’t really taste the minced prawn amongst the pork belly mince which is also used in the mix but not listed as an ingredient. The Pad Thai of chicken, tamarind and tofu ($13) isn’t too sweet which is a good thing and uses much finer noodles than I’m used to seeing. Apparently for dinner they do a prawn version which I hope is equally as good. Stir-fried flat rice noodles with sweet soy, pork and Chinese broccoli ($13) or fondly better known as Pad See Ew for those in the know was quite strong on the soy flavour but had a nice smoky taste as hoped. The noodles are extra wide and was quite a filling meal if you’re particularly hungry. Don’t expect to be educated by traditional Thai dish names as most of the menu has been westernised to suit a broader audience. Service was quite efficient and friendly and the middle communal table lends itself well to larger groups. I liked the cosy upmarket décor and light bulbs that dangle from the ceiling.
SNAPSHOT REVIEW:
There’s certainly seems to be a bit of a foodie buzz around Holt Street with Muum Maam being neighbours to Cotton Duck and Vini. A lunch time visit scores a little wooden table at the front making my legs feel somewhat oversized and a little cramp due to lack of space underneath. Fish cakes ($5 for 2 pieces) are something of a must try for me in any Thai restaurant and these handmade ones are nicely flavoured and spongy soft although quite small and gone in no time at all. Pity the sauce looks stock standard rather than home made and I still prefer the plating and dressing up of Sumjit Thai’s version.
I was excited to see the menu listing of Prawn cakes ($6 for 2 pieces) which were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside but unfortunately I couldn’t really taste the minced prawn amongst the pork belly mince which is also used in the mix but not listed as an ingredient. The Pad Thai of chicken, tamarind and tofu ($13) isn’t too sweet which is a good thing and uses much finer noodles than I’m used to seeing. Apparently for dinner they do a prawn version which I hope is equally as good. Stir-fried flat rice noodles with sweet soy, pork and Chinese broccoli ($13) or fondly better known as Pad See Ew for those in the know was quite strong on the soy flavour but had a nice smoky taste as hoped. The noodles are extra wide and was quite a filling meal if you’re particularly hungry. Don’t expect to be educated by traditional Thai dish names as most of the menu has been westernised to suit a broader audience. Service was quite efficient and friendly and the middle communal table lends itself well to larger groups. I liked the cosy upmarket décor and light bulbs that dangle from the ceiling.
SNAPSHOT REVIEW:
PROS: Friendly and efficient service, Tempting dish options, Nice decor and atmosphere
CONS: A bit on the pricey side, Some table seating could be a bit tight for those with long legs, Toilet is out the back and down the long common corridor shared by other eateries in the complex
MUST TRY: Other dishes on the menu
WORTH TRYING: Pad Thai
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Prawn cakes ($6 for 2 pieces) has pork belly mince as well — I couldn't really taste the prawn in it
WORTH TRYING :-)
Condiments
Seating
Open kitchen
Quite narrow leg room under small tables
Tukshop street service counter
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