New on Burpple Beyond: April 2019

Save this skewer party for TGIF celebrations! Located along buzzy Liang Seah Street, this skewer house offers over 50 types of skewers marinated Asian-inflected flavours, from teriyaki to spicy miso kimchi. Must-haves include the fiery, chilli-dusted Mid Wings, tender Yunnan Grilled Pork Neck and the smoky Grilled Oyster with Minced Garlic.
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Score points on first dates with stellar views at this hidden gem rooftop bar-cum-diner. Take in the cityscape while feasting on the generously portioned, juicy Grilled Sirloin Steak ($29), which comes with a side of crispy truffle fries. Expect friendly service and good vibes all around!
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File this cafe for your next trip with a friend to the National Library. Tucked away in a corner of the third floor, this cosy cafe's the perfect spot to fuel up before poring over a good read. Go for the intriguing Mala-Rib-Lous ($18.90), which sees ribs marinated in spicy mala sauce, slow-cooked to tender perfection. The Cheeky Chickee ($15.90) burger, made up of fried chicken patty slathered with honey mustard and mayo, is also a winner.
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Don't crack your head over what to eat for lunch — turn to this soy sauce chicken joint along South Bridge Road. The Signature Princess Chicken Set ($18.80) includes tender chicken braised in its secret sweet-savoury Nanyang sauce with noodles alongside soup, a choice of coffee or tea and a Nanyang Umami Soft Serve.
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Work's out, and drinks are in order. Enter this bar housed in Ocean Financial Centre, complete with bar bites to fuel your tummy before the drinks sesh. The tender, chunky Spicy Crispy Chicken ($12) should do the trick. For something more substantial, the foccacia and mozzarella based Pizza Margherita ($15) will be a dream to wash down those drinks too.
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This dry ramen purveyor is popular with the community, and for good reason – think super umami noodles coupled with fresh ingredients that hit the spot everytime. If it's your first visit here, the All Toppings ($15.90) with crispy karaage chicken, cha shu, bamboo shoots and onsen egg atop springy noodles is a good place to start. The foolproof spring onion and spicy minced pork-loaded Nagoya-style Mazesoba ($12.80) is another must-have.
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Planning for a brunch sesh? Put this Tanglin Road space on your Wishlist. Bask in this minimal space, while you dig into delicious mains like a fusion Chashu Miso Pasta ($18) and the house-favourite Triple B ($20) featuring the full works – freshly baked buttery croissant, scrambled eggs, assorted sausages, honey-glazed bacon and sauteed mushrooms.
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For casual fam dinners, this Western spot housed in Thomson Plaza is just the place to be. Take Burppler THE HUNGREE SPIKE's lead and order up the Truffle Chicken Chop ($16.90), featuring chicken grilled to tender, juicy perfection and intensely fragrant truffle sauce. If chicken ain't your thing, opt for the tender Pan Seared Pork Loin ($13.90) instead.
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Easties, here's your new go-to for quality bubble tea! Located beside Bedok's Fengshan Market, this joint has been raved about among the community since it opened in February. Burppler Nicholas Lim recommends the fragrant Brown Sugar Boba Fresh Milk ($3.50) featuring chewy, well-cooked pearls. On hot days, the refreshing Winter Melon Tea ($2.10) is a good way to cool down.
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Fan of all things DC? Shazam! Behold this themed cafe in Marina Bay Sands that is good for both your tummy and hobby. Pick from a range of mains from burgers to pastas, including the signature Dark Knight Burger ($28.90) – think juicy wagyu beef patty and molten nacho cheese sandwiched between toasty charcoal buns.
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Here's another one on the 1-for-1 list for you CBD peeps! If you're looking to eat clean, this cafe housed in Marina One centres around healthful and conscious food. On mains, go for the Sous Vide Salmon ($19.90), which sees perfectly cooked salmon atop of soba noodles in citrus soy dressing, or the well-balanced Spicy Tomato Cream Gnocchi ($16.90).
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Wishlist this Italian restaurant along Stanley Street for fancy date nights. Meat lovers will appreciate the Manzo ($44) – a fall-off-the-bone tender rendition of slow cooked beef short ribs in Marsala wine sauce. If you're here for pasta, the Spaghetti ($24) featuring Venus clams in a tasty white wine sauce and basil is a foolproof choice.
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