Modern styling is evident from the ground floor
Matsuba restaurant is tucked away on the right-hand side of the pool
It was packed on a Sunday night. This was taken before we left, long after dinner time!
Many people know about OBD Garden Tower in Taman Desa. One of the pioneering condos in our suburb, it stands prominently in white and was constructed NOT by Faber Union, which is a good thing indeed. Famed for having its Japanese residents it is kind of cloaked in secrecy-cum-good security.
My Mum and Dad were intrigued by the restaurant that started advertising itself and eventually tried it out. After more than 11 years of living in Taman Desa (since I returned from Oz) Nim, Elle and myself accompanied the parents and our cousin Diane to try it out.
The first thing that strikes me is how beautiful and clean the condo is. This one almost sparkles. The interior common areas clearly show off the Zen-style architecture that is minimalist, yet so distinctive of what we have seen of Japan. The pool is wide and at the centre of the property. Next to it, lies the restaurant.
It was packed and slightly noisy. Typical of a Sunday. We took our seats and ordered. As usual I tried out the bento set comprising of Unagi which was very reasonably priced (RM20?) while the others tried their own sets too. It was air-conditioned.
Service was prompt and our meals got the proverbial thumbs up.
We didn't really go anywhere else but toured more of the common area on our way out to the carpark. Two well-maintained tennis courts were occupied.
Overall, I'd say OBD is a true pride of Taman Desa and a model for other developers. I'm not sure but it must be pricey, either for buying or for renting. Which is the way it should be, I believe.
