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The assam pedas hummus was really delicious and wasn’t too spicy. Prawns were really fresh as well! Stand out dish of the night for me. Would definitely recommend this spot to all my family and friends. Staff were super friendly as well

Great experience and food from chef Gwyneth and her team! The star of the show was definitely the prawns (duh) but also the dry aged yellowtail blew my mind. In between sashimi and cooked, I've never had fish like that in my life.

Plus the music playlist slaps

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A 4.9‑star spot at CHIJMES? Had to grab a friend and check out their lunch set—verdict: totally worth the hype. S$29.90++ or S$39.90++ per person, and you feel like you’re splurging in a luxe mall without wrecking your wallet.

What the Set Includes (per pax)

✔️ Your choice of individual broth
✔️ One meat platter (beef/pork/chicken)
✔️ Deluxe Veggie Platter
✔️ Unlimited Market Table (appetizers & desserts)
✔️ Rice or noodles + one drink
💡 VIP rooms available with no minimum spend—perfect for private hangs of groups 6 or more.

Our Broths

1️⃣ Premium Golden Umami Broth
• Slow‑simmered with chicken & seafood for 8 hours—rich, collagen‑like, drinkable straight.

2️⃣ Black Truffle Assorted Mushroom Broth
• Real truffle aroma plus sweet earthiness from mixed mushrooms—veggie dishes taste amazing in it.

Stand‑Outs
• Meat slices are cut just right—10 seconds in the pot seals in the juices.
• Market Table offers kimchi, pickles, soy beancurd, snow‑fungus dessert… unlimited add‑ons!
• Interior is modern‑Oriental chic: your camera will stay busy.

Why 4.5⭐?
• Stays open till 5 a.m.—late‑night lifesaver.
• Clean, classy, and affordable—rare value for CHIJMES.
• A few more meat choices would make it flawless.

Perfect For
• Lunch splurges that won’t break the bank
• Night‑owl hot‑pot cravings in style
• Date nights, girl‑squad catch‑ups, or private biz dinners in the VIP room

📌 Bottom Line
MSG‑free rich broths + unlimited dessert bar + gorgeous setting = a solid 4.5⭐ hot‑pot spot I’ll gladly revisit—next time I’m sampling every broth at 2 a.m.!

Note: Ratings are subjective and based on the reviewer’s experience and honest impressions at the time of the visit.

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We are big fans of Ji Xian's juicy and tender steamed bamboo clams and were disappointed to learn that they were out of season. The folks at Ji Xian therefore suggested that we check out their mini bamboo clams prepared the same way.

Unfortunately, everyone felt that the mini version fell short of our expectations. They were noticeably smaller and tougher with a 'stringy' texture.

Not a fan of the ingredient itself tbh.

We really enjoyed Charen's fried garlic pork which was juicy, tender and nicely marinated. The perfect savoury snack on its own or over rice. We loved that they were topped with fried garlic bits that were strangely addictive.

My only complaint was that I nearly consumed a little rock in their pad thai on our 2nd visit there. I was rather disappointed with their lacklustre response when I raised it to them. I could have easily broken a tooth, biting on it. I accept that it might be accidental but surely they could have shown a little concern or acted on it in a visibly manner instead making me feel ignored.

Yellow noodles soak up a mildly sweet, starchy braised sauce, coating each strand with deep, comforting flavour. Tender fish chunks, juicy shredded braised pork and crispy fried chicken create a mix of textures that keep every bite interesting.

The golden-fried yam roll adds a crisp contrast, while the hard-boiled egg offers a firm bite. For the perfect finishing touch, don’t skip the garlic, chilli and vinegar 》$5.50

Their signature dish. Some people may not like it. I find it fishy. But the waiter is nice. They swapped a dish for me. I like the ginger frog.

Ordered without innards and it was just as good! The braised duck slices were tender, and the thick braised gravy was packed with flavour. The braised hard-boiled eggs, fish cake and tau kwa added great texture, while the braised peanuts added a soft nuttiness. The bean sprouts and cucumber kept everything fresh. Don’t forget their handmade chilli for that extra kick! A super satisfying, hearty and comforting meal 》$24 / Portion for 2 Pax

Came by for the Restaurant Week Spring 2025 lunch menu and boy did it not disappoint.

You're greeted by a gorgeous and classy interior with high ceilings the moment you step into the restaurant - definitely a place to take your date to take her breath away. With the Restaurant Week menu, we started off with the Amuse Bouche which was Hawthorn Mozarella Gazpacho. We loved the warm bread which was dense with a hint of sweetness, and paired nicely with the contrasting tartness of the tomato in balsamic reduction as well as the creaminess of the mozarella cheese. Off to a great start!

For the first course, we shared the Tuna Watermelon Tartare and the Chilli Crab Curry 'Suan Pan Zi'. The chilli crab sauce was seriously addictive, equal parts sweet and spicy, and the 'suan pan zi', reminiscent of the teochew abacus seeds dish, was filled with a delicious prawn paste filling. Everything complemented each other beautifully, and we almost licked this plate clean. This was the much preferred dish over the tuna tartare, which we thought was just so-so.

For the mains, we had the Claypot Seafood Longevity Noodles and the Miso Pork Chop (a replacement the Tandoori Lamb which was unavailable at the time). They claypot noodles leaned heavily towards the peppery side, so much so that it was the only flavour profile of the dish. Which was a shame as the seafood were all so fresh and plump and their sweetness could have been brought out so much more. The pork fared so much better, and I especially loved the tenderness of the cut with a crisp charred exterior that paired wonderfully with the thick sweet glaze. Hands down the best dish of the meal.

Rounding off the meal were the desserts - the Sweetheart Symphony was a peculiar combination of Black Sesame mousse with an exceedingly tart rhubarb compote filling. Can't say that the flavours complemented each other. However, we thought the Mikan 'Panna Cotta' was a creative masterpiece - if you love citrusy flavours then you HAVE to try this. Simply amazing, and I was also blown away by the creativity,

Overall, while the lunch menu had some ups and downs, we left the restaurant feeling very much satisfied by the wonderful meal, the warm service, and the beautiful ambience of the restaurant. Definitely a place to return to!

Mixed beehoon and noodles, with curry veges + taiwan sausage + chicken wing. Total $5.70. Noodles were great, but the beehoon was soaked in the curry gravy so I regret choosing the curry, though the curry vege itself was delicious. Sausage and chicken wing was normal. Quite overpriced I would say, and nothing outstanding.