My family have been loyal fans of Makko for as long as I can remember, some 20 years already. We are Peranakans and we would always make our “pilgrimage” to this resturant whenever we are in Malacca. We saw how Makko grew in popularity over the years, and how the crowds of Singaporeans (and tourists) made them rich... and arrogant. Nevertheless, believing that the food was still good, we would queue obediently like everyone else. Some five years ago, we realized that their food just became not as good as before, and the service became less homely (no, they did not become more professional) and friendly. So, we decided to try other nyonya restaurants and as it turned out, there were really better tasting ones besides Makko (check out reviews on TripAdvisor). Today, we thought we give Makko a return visit, for old time’s sake. We booked a table the night before and all excited, we arrived at Makko at 11.35am. And to our dismay, the arrogant and trying-to-be-professional green-uniformed ladies turned us away as we were five minutes late! Their reason - others wanted the table and were waiting. BTW, Makko opens at 11.30am. That was disappointing. I will never go back to Makko ever again. They have become too popular for their own good. Really. Hear it from someone who has followed them for years. Eat elsewhere. You will get better nyonya food and I am sure, better and more friendly service.
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