Comments on: Chinta Ria, Temple of Love restaurant at Darling Harbour

By: Sissi

Sissi — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:13:40 +0000

Hi,
Thanks for this review. I absolutekly love this place, and especially the Ayam Ria. Do you happen to have any idea how to make it?

Cheers,
Sissi

By: Not Quite Nigella

Not Quite Nigella — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 02:04:32 +0000

Hi Gina-Yes it’s a pity we didn’t know about Ripples when your cousins were here. Luna Park and a scenic brunch would have been perfect for them.

Mmm I could do with some Ayam Blues for lunch right now!

By: Gina

Gina — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:20:56 +0000

Well, I’ve gone and finally done it. A post! Long promised, never performed. I was checking out the latest offerings (will definitely have to set up the weekend brekkie at Ripples as discussed sometime in the future if just for the view/atmosphere) and remembered to take a look at our Chinta Ria result. Totally agree – would not be rushing back but could get the Ayam Blue for a nice take-away snack whilst walking the harbour. Great to catch-up with your commentaries.

By: Not Quite Nigella

Not Quite Nigella — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 09:58:58 +0000

Hi Jobe-I think I’ve only had Lemon Chicken once and it was many, many years ago so I don’t know if I can compare the two. The Ayam Blues had more of a mustardy mayonnaise topping on it but the chicken was breaded and deep fried.

By: Jobe

Jobe — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 09:36:43 +0000

Did you find ayam blues to be very… lemon chickenesque?

By: Not Quite Nigella

Not Quite Nigella — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 09:27:06 +0000

Hi Jobe-Yes the food for us was a bit hit and miss, the Parkers Gems were a definite miss whilst the Ayam Blues was a definite hit and the other two in the middle!

By: Jobe

Jobe — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:39:27 +0000

You’re right I think Nigella. Started in Melbs.

I don’t know about this place to be honest. The food is nice enough, the location is good, but it doesn’t really wow me much. A bit hit and miss maybe.

By: Not Quite Nigella

Not Quite Nigella — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 03:56:12 +0000

Hi Mutemonkey-Chinta Ria is originally from Melbourne, is that right? I think I read that somewhere when it first opened. Definitely give the Ayam Blues a go, especially if you like mayonnaisey sauces with a touch of sweetness and tang. Let me know how you find it!

Hi sallyc-Congratulations about moving to Sydney! You’re more than welcome and have lots of fun reading and eating

By: sallyc

sallyc — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 02:26:35 +0000

What a blast from the past! Didn’t even realise Chinta Ria was still operating. I really enjoy and appreciate your Eating posts – my boyf has recently received a job transfer to Syd so I am taking detailed note of all these dining establishments – is helping us get excited about the move, our conversations are now “we can’t wait to eat at… and visit… and try….” so a big thank you!!

By: Mutemonkey

Mutemonkey — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 22:23:27 +0000

Ah, the old Temple of Love… I used to visit it every time I went to Sydney. Luckily the menu at the Chinta Rias in Melbourne is almost identical. I tend to get either the Indian Mee or the Ayam Ria (dried chillies and peanuts), but next time I’ll have to give the Ayam Blues a try. Thanks!