Mum's Table - Surry Hills

I've been here before and really enjoyed the Vermicelli salad. Tonight I went again and ordered the stir fry chicken; it was appalling. I paid $15.00 for what was essentially a child's portion; almost no vegetables and a small portion of chicken - it would not have added up to half a chicken breast. When I questioned this with the owner, she saw no problem with the size and then offered me more rice. I was with a group and didn't want to make a fuss. After I had finished my meal; long before the others, she returned to ask if I was still hungry; I said no because the dish was not only small but really awful; I've had better out of a packet mix at the supermarket. At no time did she offer reimbursement of any kind. I left feeling really ripped off.

Great architectural design with a Vietnamese flair to it though I personally found the elder lady quite abrupt and rude telling me what food to order, attempting to help me make up my mind when I haven't even walked up to the counter? I am not new to Vietnamese families where they can be abrupt but not unpleasant. Ordered a Chicken paper roll which I was happy to see was a larger than usual size considering the price paid. Ingredients were fresh. Interior was kept clean. There was a gentleman that was waiting for his takeaway though when he received his food he reminded the lady that he ordered a coffee which she completely forgot about. There were only 4 others including myself waiting. Must have been a bad day but not wanting to return as I failed to see a spark here sadly.

It must be hard opening across the road from a place like Mammas Boui and trying to compete only to fall flat I wanted to like their food but found myself instead wanting to apologize to my taste buds and stomach space for using precious calorie intake on a poor selection of food Oh well, mistakes happen

Pho was nice as was the service, however it was the size of a small pho in comparison to other Vietnamese restaurants and it was $15 which I found a little steep for what you receive. Good option in the area, just value for money isn't reasonable.

Authentic Vietnamese food in a funky setting! Best of both worlds. A little more pricey than Pho Pasteur etc but worth it for the friendly service, better ingredients / meat portions and atmosphere.