When a GrabFood Order Turns Into a “Cheese‑Burst Panic”
Picture this: you’re hunched over your phone, eyes glued to a listing that promises a mouth‑watering montage of fried rice and golden chicken. You hit “order,” pay a tidy sum, and wait. Then the delivery arrives, and reality hits you like a cold splash of soy sauce.
Enter Benjamin Ng & The Great World Chicken Debacle
Benjamin Ng lit up Facebook last Sunday (Oct 2) with a post that’s part complaint, part culinary tragedy. He spent roughly $50 on what he called an “outrageous” dinner from Goobne Chicken, but the food that materialized on his doorstep? A sad, almost tragic satire.
Kimchi Fried Rice? More Like “Kimchi Frail Rice”:
In a tee‑hee moment of frustration, he shared photos of a $19 kimchi fried rice that took less than half a container to fill. “It’s worse than regular fried rice. Tasteless and just oil,” he wrote, indicating that this dish was less a culinary masterpiece and more a culinary miss‑ed.
- The average price of similar Korean dishes on Singapore’s delivery platforms ranges between $6 and $20.
- His portion’s “paltry” size felt like a slapstick comedy sketch: a full-size container, but the contents were more “half‑served” than “full‑blown.”
Cheesy Chicken Goes Wrong Too:
The flagship dish, oven‑roasted chicken topped with cheese, added insult to injury. Ng mentioned he had to “top up” an extra $3.85 to get the dish; fortunately, the portion that arrived was as “correct” as the spoonful of cheese that betrayed it.
Grab’s Response:
It was not a case of a hungry delivery rider struggling to haul that’s full; according to Grab, the quantity on the plate matched the order. Still, the emotional fallout felt more like a theatrical production than a simple dinner.
So, next time you’re tempted to order a dream menu, remember: the excitement of the app is only half the story. The rest? Unsung heroes, and sometimes, a bit of disappointment.
Cooking up the Controversy at Goobne Chicken
Word is spreading across the net that Ng might have fallen victim to a daylight robbery. One sharp‑tongued commenter even voiced the sentiment outright: “It feels like getting ripped off.” The chatter is so heated that the official outlet AsiaOne has already taken a call to ask Ng for more details.
What the Customers are Saying
- Those who tried the sit‑down menu say the food is pretty solid. One satisfied foodie claimed the tastes were “good.”
- Take‑away lovers feel the portion sizes are a bit on the thin side, sparking division in the comments.
A Quick Google Review Check
A glance at the online reviews tells the same story: a mixed reception. The positive comments can be largely traced to folks who actually stopped at Goobne’s. However, those who ordered for pickup didn’t get the same love—many called the portions “underwhelming.”
Singapore’s Menu Muddles: Mini Portions, Big Prices
In the face of soaring inflation, many Singaporean restaurants are finding creative (or not so creative) ways to slash costs. The trick? Raising menu prices while shrinking portions and trimming the ingredients.
What diners are ruffling feathers about
- “Pork chops measurable in a teaspoon!” – A prime cut that appears more like a garnish than a meal.
- “Economy noodles: a knot of carbs, no chive comedy!” – A bowl of noodles so bare that you could almost hear the silence between the few missing veggies.
Netizens have been quick to share their frustration. According to AsiaOne in August, the sentiment is clear: foodexpensive, portions tiny, and taste? Not exactly a refund.
What does this mean for your wallet?
When the price of a plate rises, yet the dinner feels like a bite taken out of a sketch, you’re left asking: Why the fee for a fraction of flavor? It’s not just your stomach that’s complaining—your bank account’s tone‑down is loud enough to echo in your apartment.
Takeaway: Keep an eye on those menus
Next time you’re planning a night out, double‑check the portion sizes—especially if the price tag looks great but the side dish looks like a doodle. And remember, in a country where the cost of living is on the rise, a little awareness goes a long way.
