Somewhere In TRX, There's A Broccoli Living Its Best Life

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A recent dining experience at a TRX ramen restaurant has led to a heated online discussion about Malaysia’s evolving food scene—and not in a good way.

The catalyst?

A RM26 plate of stir-fried broccoli that’s making everyone question whether we’ve officially lost the plot.

Let’s break down this now-viral receipt from a trendy ramen spot in TRX Mall:

A Picture Worth A Thousand Complaints

The photos, posted on Xiaohongshu, tell a story that’s hard to digest.

A sparse arrangement of bright green broccoli florets on a gold-rimmed plate—maybe a third of a full head—sits alongside some lamb skewers presented on a stylish golden tray.

The presentation screams luxury dining, but the portions whisper, “We’re in a recession.”

Here’s what’s really cooking people’s goose: The broccoli side dish costs RM8 more than a full plate of Xinjiang-style noodles.

Let that sink in.

For the price of this modest portion of greens, you could probably buy enough broccoli from your local market to feed a family for a week.

When Even Luxury Watch Can’t Justify The Bill

Interestingly, the diner’s luxury watch, visible in one of the photos, adds a layer to the story.

When even well-heeled customers question your pricing, something’s amiss.

It’s not about whether people can afford it—it’s about whether it makes sense.

This isn’t just about expensive vegetables.

It’s a symptom of a larger trend in Malaysia’s urban food scene, particularly in premium locations like TRX:

More Than Just Expensive Greens

The social media response has been a mix of disbelief, humour, and genuine concern:

While premium locations like TRX naturally command higher prices, the question remains: At what point does “premium pricing” cross into “unreasonable territory”?

We might have reached that point when a simple vegetable dish costs more than a main course.

As Malaysia’s food scene evolves, finding the balance between premium experiences and reasonable pricing becomes crucial.

Otherwise, we might end up with a two-tier system where basic vegetables become luxury items in certain postcodes.

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