This is probably one of the nicest Middle Eastern cuisines that I have tried, and I really love their complimentary starter when you order their set lunch menu.

It includes homemade hummus and baba ganoush with pita bread. I love their pita bread, which is so soft, and dipping it in the hummus, which is smooth like butter, absolutely won my palate.

I went for a safer option this time, which was their Arabic Grilled Chicken Set. I have to say, it will suit anyone’s palate, as the grilled chicken is tender and pairs perfectly with the saffron rice.

Rating:
🤤: 4.5/5
💰: ~$30/pax
📍: @kazbarsg

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The Public Izakaya is definitely a great place to wind down for dinner, especially since it's located in Tanjong Pagar.

We visited during lunch hours and they offer a lunch set that is simply fantastic. I can already picture myself chilling there with friends after work.

Their oden is incredibly flavorful; you can tell it's been slow-cooked for hours yet remains delightfully bouncy.

For the lunch set, they offer a variety of rice bowls. I opted for the Wagyu Nikomi Onsen Tamago Don, featuring Wagyu beef in cube style—it was truly delicious. I particularly enjoyed how well the thick brown sauce complemented the onsen egg and rice. The set also includes miso soup and a side dish.

Rating:
Food Quality: 5/5
Price: ~$25 per person
Location: The Public Izakaya

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This is for my CBD Corporate Slave who wants to have a good lunch for their TGIF!

My lunch usually costs below $10, but when I’m feeling like treating myself, I definitely head to WaaCow!

I’ve been visiting WaaCow! for a long time and I’m always in love with their mentaiko wagyu beef bowl. If you don’t like mentaiko, they also have the original version. What I really love is the perfectly cooked rice, mixed with an onsen egg and topped with thick slices of Wagyu beef. I promise, every time I go, the beef is of premium quality and tastes really good with the egg-mixed rice.

A downside is that it gets really crowded, so go early! And it’s not affordable for your usual lunch unless you’re splurging.

Rating:
🤤: 4.5/5
💰: ~$20++/pax
📍 : @waacowsg

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Pork chop with doneness? Yes, please!

I had never tried pork chop with doneness until I tasted Spago's grilled Iberico pork chop, and it was amazing! The recommended doneness was medium, resulting in a tender inside that absorbed all the flavors of the sauce. It's really similar to beef but slightly softer.

Spago offers a 3-course lunch meal with the grilled Iberico pork chop as the main course, and it's definitely worth it. With the rooftop view of Marina Bay Sands, I highly recommend a visit!

Rating:
Drool: 5/5
Price: $65++ for the lunch course
Location: Spago

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I fell in love with the great mischief even before they relocated to the national gallery, but I must say the vibe in the national gallery is much more vibrant.

As always, the food did not disappoint, especially their tocino pasta, which is similar to carbonara. I always enjoy how the raw yolk blends into my cheesy pasta. Their battered pargo, commonly known as fish & chips, is exceptional. Unlike the typical thick layer of batter with very little flesh, theirs is the opposite.

The Great Mischief offers truly authentic Spanish dishes, such as the seafood paella, which is a sharing portion. I tried it at their previous location and still love it to this day.

Rating:
Drool: 4.5/5
Cost: ~$25 per person
Location: The Great Mischief

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Despite being a steakhouse, I still miss their bread 🙂

IMO, Wooloo Mooloo serves the best bread that I’ve ever had; it has fried scallions and sea salt on it! But, of course, why come to a steakhouse if I’m not here to eat their steak?

The steak tastes good, but what is lacking are some sides, and you have to top up for them, which makes the plate look plain. It only has a few salad vegetables placed on it with the steak.

Overall, it was a good experience, but I think it would be more worth it to visit during lunch hour as they have some lunch promotions.

We celebrated J’s birthday there, but they did not sing the birthday song as steakhouses usually do. However, they did serve cake for the birthday boy 😌

Rating:
🤤: 3.5/5
💰: ~$50/pax
📍: wooloomooloo

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If you’re a bread lover, then the name “Bread Yard” should be a familiar one! Located in Buona Vista, they serve generous portions of food. The only downside is that you have to arrive early before all the bread gets bought up!

I ordered their Shakshuka, a spiced tomato stew served with beef kofta kebab, feta cheese, eggs, sumac onions, pesto, and brioche. The spice level is very manageable for me, and this dish is rich in flavor, pairing well with their brioche.

We also tried their brunch classic, the Full English - Farmer’s sausage, bacon, eggs, beans, roasted tomatoes and mushrooms, brioche, honey thyme butter. It’s manageable for one person to finish.

Overall, the cafe can be a bit cramped due to its size, and there might not be available seats or food if you arrive too late after the morning rush.

Rating:
Drool: 3/5
Price: $25 per person (includes drinks)
Location: @breadyard

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It has been raining DAILY and missing this chicken hotpot where you can choose your spiciness level and the ingredients.

The chicken and the soup base is really good with rice and I love having ling ling soaking the soupbase 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨 so yummy

Rating:
🤤 : 4.5/5
💰: ~$8
📍 : @1pot1pot at Ang Mo Kio

This is for the date night or date lunch that you have been waiting for.

We celebrated our colleague's birthday and opted for the set lunch at $34++ per person, which includes these three items:

1. Starter - Burrata Di Puglia
2. Main - Steak Frites - Striploin 250g (with a $6 top-up)
3. Dessert of the day OR coffee//tea

In my personal opinion, the top-up for the steak frites might not be necessary, as it didn't stand out compared to other options like pasta or sea bass.

However, if you're a cheese lover, do not miss their Truffle & Honey Baked Half Camembert. It's a sharing portion that combines the richness of cheese with the exquisite truffle flavor and a hint of sweetness.

For those who appreciate bone marrow, this place serves one of the best I've ever tried. Their roasted bone marrow is generously portioned and practically melts in your mouth. It's a true delight!

🤤 : 4.5/5
💰 : ~$60++/pax
📍: Josephine

Take it slow this weekend and treat yourself to a leisurely brunch at Slow Bakes.

This hidden gem, located near KTPH, offers a picturesque view of the reservoir, creating the perfect ambiance for heart-to-heart conversations with your friends or family.

Slow Bakes specializes in bread and beverages only, and we couldn't resist ordering a variety of bread to sample, with nothing priced above $5 each.

The Matcha Bread with almond butter spread allows you to choose the type of bread that pairs with the jam. The almond butter spread is authentically rich, while the bread carries a subtle hint of matcha, though it can be a bit dry.

The Chocolate Hazelnut bread not only smells divine but also features a dark chocolate hazelnut spread, making it surprisingly not too sweet. This was my personal favorite among all the bread options.

On the other hand, the Cheese Poto seems like a standard cheesy bun with a small amount of melted cheese and wouldn't make it to my recommendation list.

The Cinnamon roll, on the other hand, is delicious as it strikes the right balance between sweetness and a bread-like texture. I would highly recommend giving this one a try as well.

🤤 : 4/5
💰 : ~$8/pax (we over ordered)
📍: Slow Bakes

My colleague loves to say "Beef Bowl," and I've always wondered what that is. Finally, I got to try it!

I won't lie; the waiting time can be quite long, especially during lunch hours when it's all counter seating as you watch them cook your 'beef bowl'.

What I love about this place is that they offer three sets to choose from: beef, pork, and upgraded beef sukiyaki don. All at a steal price of $14.90++ per person, which includes 1 half-boiled egg, 1 chawanmushi, and 1 miso soup.

I chose medium for my beef, and it was incredibly tender. I practically wrapped my rice and the complimentary pickles inside the thinly sliced beef.

And if you love how Japanese enjoy their rice, then be sure to mix the half-boiled egg into your rice and give it a good mix.

🤤 : 4.5/5
💰 : $14.90++/pax
📍: Beef Sukiyaki Don Keisuke

If you are someone who likes to try something out of your usual comfort, then Blue Kouzina is for you! Blue Kouzina is your quick getaway to Greece as the vibe and overall atmosphere makes you feel like you're in Greece, specially their food which has a distinct Mediterranean flavours!

It was our first time heading over and playing it quite safe by ordering Beef Kalamaki which is beef skewer and Kotopoulo Yiro which is wrapped with fries.

For Beef Kalamaki, I loveee the tzatziki dip which is made out of Greek yogurt with cucumber, garlic and mint (I hate cucumber but can't taste it from this dip), while the meat is slightly on the tough side but no complain as it is flavourful especially together with the grilled onion. While I tried having the pita with just the dip, and with both the beef and the dip,either way tasted so so good.

For the kotopoulo which means Chicken and Yiro is wrap, for this it tastes quite like burrito but they used pita to wrap it instead. For this dish, it is mouthful, super duper huge and definitely I can't finish it all by myself. But I still perfer Beef Kalamaki as compared to this one.

While we also ordered the Greek Coffee which is cream + americano, not my style of coffee but it isn't too bad to drink it anyway.

🤤 3.5/5
💸 ~$30/pax
📍@blukouzinasiglap

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