Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

The card system is what makes this store special. You pick up a card at the entrance, order from the stalls of your choice, and pay when you leave. No need to top up a prepaid card or guess how much to pay. The only downside: at lunchtime, you should expect a short queue at the exit, where everyone goes to the same checkout.

On the sixth floor of Central Chidlom, the window seats offer a better view of the neighboring Central Embassy than most other food courts. The menu includes Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, and Italian cuisine. The Hong Kong-style beef noodle soup and the rice porridge with beef and century egg are particularly praised. Portions are slightly larger than usual for food courts, and prices are also a bit higher, but this seems reasonable. The staff clears trays quickly and even brings the food to the table, so there's no need to jostle for a seat.