Personally... I love Crystal Jade... But out of all the different outlets... La Mian & Xiao Long Bao, no matter which branch, is definately a no-no for me...
And the branch at JP, the food is juz so-so... And the service... SUXs....
I guess we can't do much when I place is old. It's just old. Nonetheless, my experience there a couple of weeks back wasn't too bad. I was in Lido 2. It could have been because I didn't notice, but there wasn't a particular stench that I sensed. If I'm not wrong, Lido 2 could be one of the bigger cinemas? It does have rows A to O (or so).
Apart from the individual cinema, I think there is something nice about the place in general too. It's like a mini gallery of it's own, with posters hanging around the level. It kinda sends you back in time with the display of major blockbuster films shown over the years, and famous stars who have visited the place. It's something special that you don't see at EngWah/ GV.
For that, I think, despite the possible smell which I think most places would have eventually, Lido is quite special actually (:
Just another heartland mall, you may think. But I kinda like this place for the fact that it's kinda different from most heartland malls around. It's a new mall after all, so there's definitely room for a greater and more trendy design.
There are tons of shops here that cater to almost anyone and everyone! But one thing that was quite disappointing, I felt, was that there weren't many eating outlets around. I figured it could be because there were too many around the area already, so they might have just focused more on the shops than the food outlets.
The basement level was quite a messy level to be at. You could end up walking in circles and not knowing that until you recognize the shops around. This could be because they have those little stalls situated right smack in the middle of the walking area between the two rows of shops at the sides. But from the 1st level on, things look abit more organized.
I didn't see anything beyond the 2nd level. I think they're lacking a supermarket actually! Or it'll be just nice for heartlanders (: (Or do they have one? Because I don't remember seeing it =x But maybe they have it nearby, so it's not necessary.. =s )
On the whole, I'd say this place is not bad. Something good enough to replace Orchard-shopping time! It doesn't replace the "Orchard" feel though, but I would say it's not that difficult to find nice clothes/ gifts etc from this place. Like I said, it caters to almost anyone!
Nice place; worth going if you're looking for somewhere new to go!
Always a long queue for Nasi Lemak. Notice that people are willing to risk summons by parking at the road side just to eat Nasi Lemak. Must be good right? So we decided to join the queue and try, just to find out if it was worth it to queue and risk a $50 fine - we did not get a fine as we parked in a designated spot ;)
Verdict : The Nasi Lemak was really lemak, unlike some other Nasi Lemak where the only lemak was in the name. It was fluffy and did not stick together. Fried Chicken wings and the Otah was also delicious as it was fresh and piping hot. The Chilli was also just right in its spicyness and sweetness. Definitely worth another visit when around the area.
What's brewing in Lido Cineplex? Nothing actually. One of the earliest cineplexes in Singapore. It has been some time since we walked into Lido for a movie. So when we walked into Lido 7, it felt as though we were transported back to the 1990s. Not a complement :)
The cinema emits a strange smell. We were wondering where the smell came from. When we sat down in our seats, it felt as though the seat was about to drop. The cushion was almost non existent...as though totally worn out. Only then did we realise that the smell could have come from the cushion (it was fabric...soft...too soft...like almost never washed). Good thing the lights were dim and were kept dim even after the show. Just wondered if the cushion was stained with human dna samples from active sweat glands over the years.... the collection of which gave out the arid smell.
Anyway it was the first time also after a long long time that someone's head blocked our view so that we had to watch the show between 2 heads...which seems pretty huge.
Anyway the show saved the day...and we vowed never to step into Lido 7 again...until the place is being renovated and upgraded.
Spacious and clean was our impression when we were here for a movie. Like what the other Yebbers mentioned, there is no need to assume a foetal position when you have to make room for latecomers who try to squeeze their way through to the seat in the middle of the row and in the process decorating the cinema with spilled popcorn.
The only problem was that the back rest was too upright and stiff. The seats do not recline, hence providing a much awkward viewing angle. Imagine seating in an upright position for 2-3 hours watching a movie....try to slouch and you will end up sitting with no back support.
Not our favourite cinema, but still better than Lido 7. That is another story.
I love GV@ Vivo too! But the rest are absolutely right. You definitely need to make bookings to get your tickets. I love GVmax with it's ultra wide screen.
It's always bustling with people so if you want to get popcorn and stuff you'd better be there early. I love the seating with plenty of leg room.
It's never too cold. and the food is always cooked. (i've eaten hotdogs which aren't before and had food poisoning.)
I have one major gripe though. There only one restroom with 3 lousy cubicles. On weekends it can really be hell queuing before a movie. ANNNDD if you are watching at GV max you would have to go in to the other side for the restroom.. come out again to enter into GVmax on the other side. URGH... Why can't they have more loos! Can you imagine if you had to go in the middle of a movie.
Oh yes one more gripe.. one of the cinema exits.. lets us out into unfamiliar place... and I got really lost trying to look for our car. haiz.
I went there on a friday night with my mummy... Knowing that the queue will be very long... I went to take my number even before my mum arrive... (when I took the number, mum was still at home)....
So when my mum arrive (around 30 mins later), our table was ready... So for me... no time wasted...
I agreed the pasta was superb... But... Too Bad... My mum feels that the food is not hot enough... The soup was cold... The pasta was cold too... I guess bcos of the crowd... They pre-cooked most of the stuff...
My first experince there was an unpleasent one... I had a middle row seat... But maybe bcos of the huge screen... I feel so near to screen and I have a hard time... =(
Since then, I never watch there... Till...
My friends has tix for gold class.... Why not right?
Anyway gold class was superb even I was at the first row.... The seats were so nice and cosy... U know those massage chair kind... u can 'sleep' too! They offer blankets tooo...
So the 2 experinces I had at GV @ vivo was very extreme!
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Personally... I love Crystal Jade... But out of all the different outlets... La Mian & Xiao Long Bao, no matter which branch, is definately a no-no for me...
And the branch at JP, the food is juz so-so... And the service... SUXs....
Rating given:
I guess we can't do much when I place is old. It's just old. Nonetheless, my experience there a couple of weeks back wasn't too bad. I was in Lido 2. It could have been because I didn't notice, but there wasn't a particular stench that I sensed. If I'm not wrong, Lido 2 could be one of the bigger cinemas? It does have rows A to O (or so).
Apart from the individual cinema, I think there is something nice about the place in general too. It's like a mini gallery of it's own, with posters hanging around the level. It kinda sends you back in time with the display of major blockbuster films shown over the years, and famous stars who have visited the place. It's something special that you don't see at EngWah/ GV.
For that, I think, despite the possible smell which I think most places would have eventually, Lido is quite special actually (:
Rating given:
Have you been there? I think you should!
Just another heartland mall, you may think. But I kinda like this place for the fact that it's kinda different from most heartland malls around. It's a new mall after all, so there's definitely room for a greater and more trendy design.
There are tons of shops here that cater to almost anyone and everyone! But one thing that was quite disappointing, I felt, was that there weren't many eating outlets around. I figured it could be because there were too many around the area already, so they might have just focused more on the shops than the food outlets.
The basement level was quite a messy level to be at. You could end up walking in circles and not knowing that until you recognize the shops around. This could be because they have those little stalls situated right smack in the middle of the walking area between the two rows of shops at the sides. But from the 1st level on, things look abit more organized.
I didn't see anything beyond the 2nd level. I think they're lacking a supermarket actually! Or it'll be just nice for heartlanders (: (Or do they have one? Because I don't remember seeing it =x But maybe they have it nearby, so it's not necessary.. =s )
On the whole, I'd say this place is not bad. Something good enough to replace Orchard-shopping time! It doesn't replace the "Orchard" feel though, but I would say it's not that difficult to find nice clothes/ gifts etc from this place. Like I said, it caters to almost anyone!
Nice place; worth going if you're looking for somewhere new to go!
Rating given:
Always a long queue for Nasi Lemak. Notice that people are willing to risk summons by parking at the road side just to eat Nasi Lemak. Must be good right? So we decided to join the queue and try, just to find out if it was worth it to queue and risk a $50 fine - we did not get a fine as we parked in a designated spot ;)
Verdict : The Nasi Lemak was really lemak, unlike some other Nasi Lemak where the only lemak was in the name. It was fluffy and did not stick together. Fried Chicken wings and the Otah was also delicious as it was fresh and piping hot. The Chilli was also just right in its spicyness and sweetness. Definitely worth another visit when around the area.
Rating given:
What's brewing in Lido Cineplex? Nothing actually. One of the earliest cineplexes in Singapore. It has been some time since we walked into Lido for a movie. So when we walked into Lido 7, it felt as though we were transported back to the 1990s. Not a complement :)
The cinema emits a strange smell. We were wondering where the smell came from. When we sat down in our seats, it felt as though the seat was about to drop. The cushion was almost non existent...as though totally worn out. Only then did we realise that the smell could have come from the cushion (it was fabric...soft...too soft...like almost never washed). Good thing the lights were dim and were kept dim even after the show. Just wondered if the cushion was stained with human dna samples from active sweat glands over the years.... the collection of which gave out the arid smell.
Anyway it was the first time also after a long long time that someone's head blocked our view so that we had to watch the show between 2 heads...which seems pretty huge.
Anyway the show saved the day...and we vowed never to step into Lido 7 again...until the place is being renovated and upgraded.
Rating given:
Spacious and clean was our impression when we were here for a movie. Like what the other Yebbers mentioned, there is no need to assume a foetal position when you have to make room for latecomers who try to squeeze their way through to the seat in the middle of the row and in the process decorating the cinema with spilled popcorn.
The only problem was that the back rest was too upright and stiff. The seats do not recline, hence providing a much awkward viewing angle. Imagine seating in an upright position for 2-3 hours watching a movie....try to slouch and you will end up sitting with no back support.
Not our favourite cinema, but still better than Lido 7. That is another story.
Rating given:
I love GV@ Vivo too! But the rest are absolutely right. You definitely need to make bookings to get your tickets. I love GVmax with it's ultra wide screen.
It's always bustling with people so if you want to get popcorn and stuff you'd better be there early. I love the seating with plenty of leg room.
It's never too cold. and the food is always cooked. (i've eaten hotdogs which aren't before and had food poisoning.)
I have one major gripe though. There only one restroom with 3 lousy cubicles. On weekends it can really be hell queuing before a movie. ANNNDD if you are watching at GV max you would have to go in to the other side for the restroom.. come out again to enter into GVmax on the other side. URGH... Why can't they have more loos! Can you imagine if you had to go in the middle of a movie.
Oh yes one more gripe.. one of the cinema exits.. lets us out into unfamiliar place... and I got really lost trying to look for our car. haiz.
Rating given:
I went there on a friday night with my mummy... Knowing that the queue will be very long... I went to take my number even before my mum arrive... (when I took the number, mum was still at home)....
So when my mum arrive (around 30 mins later), our table was ready... So for me... no time wasted...
I agreed the pasta was superb... But... Too Bad... My mum feels that the food is not hot enough... The soup was cold... The pasta was cold too... I guess bcos of the crowd... They pre-cooked most of the stuff...
=(
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I love the steak at hogs breath! And it's not expensive! I love the ambience there too...
If you feel like eating more... U can opt for the bigger portion at a very reasonable price...
Personally I will recommend this place for special occassion... e.g. anniversary, birthday....
If I didn't remember wrongly... There's 20% for early birds... (reach the resturant b4 7pm)
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I have mixed feeling abt GV @ Vivo...
My first experince there was an unpleasent one... I had a middle row seat... But maybe bcos of the huge screen... I feel so near to screen and I have a hard time... =(
Since then, I never watch there... Till...
My friends has tix for gold class.... Why not right?
Anyway gold class was superb even I was at the first row.... The seats were so nice and cosy... U know those massage chair kind... u can 'sleep' too! They offer blankets tooo...
So the 2 experinces I had at GV @ vivo was very extreme!
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