Roughly three weeks ago, I had the good fortune of standing in for a colleague of mine to cover for a particular TV coverage for a restaurant in USJ 11, Subang Jaya. I was actually quite apprehensive at first about the assignment since I have no journalistic experience before this - even more so when it comes to describing gourmet food. That morning, I prepped myself with enough intelligent questions that I would ask. I can at least sound professional, right?

Anyway, I arrived at the place early at 5:00PM sharp so that I can interview the owner without interrupting his busy schedule that would begin around 6:00PM.


Dine Out at USJ 11, Subang Jaya

Mr Gilbert Chin, the restaurant owner, turns out to be quite a friendly guy. He was a former accountant and interior designer but I guess he knew his destiny was to run a business where he could socialize with people from all walks of life. I immediately took a liking to him as my interview with him went on smoothly. We talked not only about the specialities offered by his restaurant but also on philosophy and life.

I love the nostalgic ambience of the restaurant. For old timers, this is definitely the place to relive the past of the 60s and 70s. I wasn't born yet, but I sure can feel the excitement for those people who lived through that era.









By 7:00PM, the TV crew arrived and my interview session ended. Mr Gilbert excused himself as he went about entertaining the entertainers. Props were setup and faces were powdered. Very tiring business, the media industry.

Maria Tengku Sabri from TV3's Jalan-Jalan Cari Makan was around...





What, Chinese restaurant also can interview, meh? Well, here's the surprise for you. It's absolutely pork-free. Of course, I got to try out some of the delicacies myself - that's why we are all here in the first place. I have to tell you this - it's absolutely heavenly.


Butter Prawns


Mongolian Chicken


Crispy Choy Sam


Steamed Tilapia

I like them all, I am not even sure which is my favourite.


There's even FREE King's ice-cream too. Take as much as you can... :-b

Well, I ended up having my good friend write an article about the restaurant after I brought him there for dinner. Honestly, my limited variety of gourmet adjectives will not do justice to the excellent offerings available at Dine Out. Here's a map for those who are interested try this place out. Trust me, it's good... :-)



Note to self: Two persons birthday are coming. Shall celebrate another year of bachelorhood with a fine feast at Dine Out.

Related links:

• Dine Out, Dine Well (NST Article)

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