Wingheng a must-try? Think again about the Halal branch in Tangerang.
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2026-02-25
Tempted by the new 24-hour Halal Wingheng in Tangerang? You might want to think again. This review reveals a mixed experience behind the hype. While the salted egg custard buns are a definite highlight, the article warns of major inconsistencies. Diners may face undercooked food, questionable hygiene, and frustratingly slow service. It’s a candid look at why this branch might not live up to the famous Wingheng name, advising patrons to lower their expectations before visiting.
Tangerang friends, who gets it! Craving some hot dim sum late at night, and I see that the famous Wingheng has actually opened a Halal branch, and it's open 24 hours[1]—it's practically a godsend, right?! I rushed over without a second thought. But... how should I put it, this experience was truly a mixed bag. Behind the high 4.9 Google rating, there's more to it than meets the eye. 🤦♀️
Live Report: Half Heaven, Half Hell
The space inside is actually quite large, with both indoor and outdoor seating. But if you sit indoors, be prepared. When I went, the background music was surprisingly deafening Koplo[2], and I basically had to shout to talk to my friend across the table… And there were flies buzzing around, the hygiene situation was a bit anjay.
Back to the food. Their signature salted egg custard bun (Bakpao Telur Asin)[3] was indeed great. When you break it open, the salted egg yolk lava just bursts out—the texture was mantap! And the steamed bun (Mantao)[4], soft and fluffy dipped in condensed milk, is that familiar taste.
But! Here comes the main event. The chicken siu mai (Siao Mai Ayam) I ordered, I took a bite and saw the meat inside was still raw[5]! I was stunned on the spot... 🤯 My friend also said the taste of the egg tart they ordered was hard to describe[6]. It feels like the quality control is very inconsistent, a total lucky dip. The standard is worlds apart from the original Wingheng[7].
The Biggest Pitfall: The Staff's Collective "Deafness"
The most frustrating part was the service. Seriously, I'm not exaggerating, waiting for over half an hour after ordering is standard procedure here. You can call a waiter three or four times, and they'll just float past you as if they didn't hear a thing[8], their whole vibe is being aloof and unresponsive. With this level of efficiency, it feels like time has stood still. It's hard to even chill.
Let Me Give You the Key Takeaways (A Guide to Avoiding the Pitfalls)
So, if you're looking for a place in Tangerang to Nongkrong and grab a bite late at night, this is barely an option. But if you want to have a proper, delicious Hong Kong-style dim sum meal, I'd advise you to go somewhere else. 🤷♀️
- Keep Calm and Be Patient: If you go, be prepared to "wait." Don't go when you're starving, or you'll wait so long you'll start questioning your life choices.
- Check Your Food First: When the food arrives, especially meat dishes, make sure to check if it's cooked through! Eating raw food is no joke.
- Late-Night Canteen?: Even though it's 24-hours, many items might be sold out if you go late at night. Some reviews say even their signature mantao can be out of stock for a week or two[9], which is just bizarre.
- Lower Your Expectations: If you're going because of Wingheng's golden reputation, please lower your expectations to the absolute minimum. This place is really not the same.
- Wingheng Halal's 24/7 branch serves hot **Hong Kong-style dim sum** [1] – a blessing for Tangerang night owls.
- **Salted egg yolk lava buns** burst with molten salted egg yolk – Mantap! Pair with soft steamed buns & condensed milk [2][3].
- Service can be slow, but a **down-to-earth Indonesian late-night eatery** with Koplo music is a unique Nongkrong vibe [4][5].
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