Fish & Chicks @ Clementi West Street 2 - Salted Egg And Chilli Crab Fish & Chips

Fish & Chicks has recently opened a new outlet in Clementi West Street 2. It has eleven outlets around the island. The western food stall is known for its array of Asian-infused western food, pairing Asian spices with classic western dishes, served in generous portions.

Salted Egg Fish & Chips 3.8/5

I had the Salted Egg Fish & Chips ($11.80). It comes in an enormous piece of moist fish fillet coated in a crispy and light batter. I was sceptical whether the salt egg yolk sauce complements the fried fish, and it turned out the sauce was legit yummy, which goes very well with the fried fish. For the sides, we have coleslaw and french fries.

Chilli Crab Fish & Chips 3.5/5

My partner has the Chilli Crab Fish & Chips ($11.80), which comes with the same coleslaw and french fries for the sides. However, the chilli crab sauce fell short of my expectation. It lacks the punchy taste profile that makes the chilli crab a national dish both locals and foreigners love.

Besides Fish and Chips, the stall sells many other western fares such as steak, pasta and even Japanese donburi. Fish & Chicks is a hawker stall; hence I can't expect restaurant quality for its fish and chips. However, it is affordable, and serving is generous. I don't mind going back to try the other items on the menu.


Fish & Chicks
Blk 713 Clementi West Street 2
#01-115
Singapore 120713
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Nearest MRT: Clementi (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am - 930pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Clementi MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to bus stop at Clementi MRT station (Stop ID 17179). Take bus number 201. Alight 3 stops later. Cross the road. Walk straight across the housing blocks to Clementi West Street 2. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Clementi MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to Clementi Bus Interchange (Stop ID 17009). Take bus number 282. Alight 4 stops later. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 15 minutes. [Map]

Mariners' Corner Restaurant @ Sunset Way - The Hainanese Western Restaurant Has Moved To The West

Suppose you are fans of Mariners' Corner Restaurant, which used to be at Maritime House. In that case, you will be glad to know that the Hainanese Western restaurant has moved to Sunset Way at Clementi Street 12. Stepping into the restaurant, I felt that I had been transported to the 1980s, giving me a nostalgic feel.

After browsing through the menu, we decided to add an extra $5.80 for a complete set meal, complementing the main course with a bowl of Salad, Soup of the Day, Garlic Bread. Coffee/Tea and dessert.

We started with the Salad Bowl dressed in thousand island sauce, followed by Garlic Bread and Creamy Chicken Soup. There is nothing wow to shout about but classic old-school starters to kickstart the meal before the main course.

Calamari with Tar Tar Sauce 3/5

We decided to order a plate of Calamari with Tar Tar Sauce ($7.50) for the appetiser. Unfortunately, while we enjoyed the crispy batter, we found the squid was a bit rubbery.

New Zealand Ribeye Steak 4.2/5

For my main, I decided to go for the New Zealand Ribeye Steak ($27) served with baked potato and buttered veggies. For the sauces, there are five choices - black pepper, mushroom, garlic shallot, BBQ and sambal. I decided to go for the black pepper sauce for the steak. I find it value-for-money for the quality of beef and price. What I find weird is the topping for the baked potato. It uses deep-fried garlic instead of bacon. I am not sure this is the norm, but I am used to having it with bacon instead of deep-fried garlic.

Grilled King Snapper 2.8/5

My partner has the Grilled King Snapper ($23.50) paired with Almonds with Lemon Butter sauce for the other main. I thought it was lacklustre, lacking the sharpness in flavour to lift the fresh catch. I was expecting it to be more grilled too. Instead, it was too plain, missing the char-grilled aroma.

Finally, wrapping up our set meal is a slice of Fruit Cake with chocolate sauce. Actually, Mariners' Corner reminds me of Jack's Place with its interior decor and food, providing a nostalgic charm that is slowly disappearing in an urbanised country like Singapore.


Mariners' Corner Restaurant
Blk 106 Clementi Street 12
#01-40
Singapore 120106
Tel: +65 62249928
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Nearest MRT: Clementi (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Sun: 1130am - 3pm, 6pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Clementi MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to bus stop at Clementi MRT station (Stop ID 17179). Take bus number 184. Alight 4 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Clementi MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to bus stop at Clementi MRT station (Stop ID 17179). Take bus number 52 or 154. Alight 5 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 15 minutes. [Map]

3) Alight at Dover MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to bus stop at Dover MRT station (Stop ID 19031). Take bus number 74. Alight 4 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

SG Food on Foot's Takeaway and Delivery Recommendations to Tie You Through The Heighten COVID-19 Measures

With the number of community cases and clusters rising in Singapore, The Singapore government has announced the heightened COVID-19 measures starting from 16 May to 13 June 2021. The new measures mean the public cannot dine in at restaurants, hawker centres, and coffeeshops. We have to revert to takeaway and food delivery. I guess F&B are more prepared compared to last year circuit breaker, with many food establishments already gotten onto various delivery platforms. Last year, I put together a list of recommendations for takeaway and delivery. You can check them out here. This round, I am putting together a new list to widen your choices and options.

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Ah Hua Teochew Fishball Noodles

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Known to many foodies as the best fishball noodle in the West, the humble stall handmade their fishball and meatball. With the current heightened COVID-19 measures, it will bring back its zone delivery from 17 May to 13 June 2021. Do check out their instagram and facebook for more info on the delivery zones. I would recommend ordering their Signature Mee Tai Bak and Fishball Noodle Dry.

Ah Hua Teochew Fishball Noodles
Address: 415 Pandan Gardens #01-117 Singapore 600415
Tel: +65 88150716
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Ah Orh Seafood

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Currently run by the 3rd generation, Ah Orh Seafood started operating out of a pushcart since 1919 along the Ellenborough Market along High Street. Located at Bukit Merah, it continues serving authentic and traditional Teochew food. Their signature items are Oyster Omelette, Teochew Cold Prawn, Fish Maw Sou, Teochew Cold Crab and Sliced Braised Duck with Pork Belly.

Ah Orh Seafood
Address: Blk 115 Jalan Bukit Merah #01-1627 Singapore 160115
Tel: +65 62757575/ +6562753535
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En Sushi

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The contemporary Japanese restaurant offers an extensive menu featuring customers' favourites ranging from Sashimi to Donburi to Yaki/Grilled dishes. Do not miss the 1-for-1 Donburi promotion. You can order their sister brands, Hayo Yogurt drink and Captain K Hotpot, on the same e-shop platform too.

En Sushi
Address: 112 Middle Road #01-00B Singapore 188970
Tel: +65 62598548
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Geylang Lorong 29 Hokkien Mee

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If you are missing hawker food, this is one the best places where you get to try three different hawker food - Fried Hokkien, Orh Luak and Satay.

Geylang Lorong 29 Fried Hokkien Mee
Address: 396 East Coast Road, Singapore 428994
Tel: +65 97331388
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Green Kitchen

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Green Kitchen is founded by Chef Maxamilian Mepham, bringing 15 years of international culinary experience to the table, cooking for royal families, fine & casual dining restaurants, private yacht dinings and more. His mission for green kitchen is to encourage healthier eating lifestyle by making nutritious meals delicious.

Green Kitchen
Address: CT Hub 2, 114 Lavender Street, Singapore 338729
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HACK IT Seafood

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HACK IT is a virtual dining concept delivering affordable, fresh seafood staples cooked in bombastic Southeast Asian sauces, all in a bag. No Service Charge! No Queues! Besides the seafood, the menu includes salad, soup, and sides such as baked rice, fried rice, mantou, fries and more.

Hack It Seafood
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Keng Eng Kee (KEK) Seafood

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One of my favourite Zichar places in Singapore. A local Chinese eatery that had been wok-king out fiery dishes for 3 generation. Started out from a small hawker stall in 1970s at Old Havelock Road and currently operating at Alexandra Village.

Keng Eng Kee (KEK) Seafood
Address: BLK 124 Bukit Merah Lane 1, #01-136, Singapore 150124
Tel: +65 62721038
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Laifabar

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Known for its Char Siew Wanton Mee, it has recently re-located to Bukit Batok. With the new space, it has expanded its menu to offer other roasted meat to go with rice and noodles. There are also other side dishes to complete the meal.


Laifabar
Address: 71 Bukit Batok Crescent #02-02, Singapore 658071
Tel: +65 91816383
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Mam Mam

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Mam Mam is a fast casual café serving affordable, hearty, local food in a friendly, no-frills setting. It is a concept created by Ponggol Nasi Lemak and Chef-Owner of VENUE By Sebastian at Downtown Gallery.

Mam Mam
Address: 1E Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119228
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Meet 4 Meat

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Meet 4 Meat is a hawker stall at East Coast Road opened by 2 chefs, affording gourmet western cuisine such as steaks, pasta, roasts and burgers.

Meet 4 Meat
Address: 228 East Coast Road Singapore 428925
Tel: +65 82903605
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Old World Bakuteh

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Though the stall name is Old World Bakuteh, it is actually popular for its Fried Porridge and Fried Mee Sua. I would usually order additional braised items to go with the fried porridge. They have 4 stalls in different parts of the island. To order, you have to Whatsapp the respective stall that delivers to your neighbourhood.

Old World Bakuteh
Address: Yishun, Clementi, Tampines, and Bedok
Tel: Yishun (+65 91327517), Clementi (+65 86882050), Tampines (+65 91310136), and Bedok (+65 96941712)
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Solid Lu Delivery (精卤门)

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Solid Lu Delivery (精卤门) is an online food delivery business that specialises in traditional braised meat by Actor Chor Chu Meng. Their secret braising gravy uses more than 12 different Chinese herbs. They do not use MSG, or any preservatives, only fresh ingredients. They only delivery on Wed and Sat with limited portion each day.

Solid Lu Delivery (精卤门)
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Tablescape

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The restaurant has refreshed its Afternoon Tea set with a plethora of delicious dainties created to surprise and delight that comes in a glamorous new takeaway packaging. It comes in a three storey tower adorned with cakes, tarts and little bites.

Tablescape
Address: 10 Coleman Street, Level 3, Singapore 179809
Tel: +65 64325566
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Tamashii

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Bringing Kappo cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients to your home. You can also order a bottle of sake or whisky to enjoy a luxe Japanese meal at home.

Tamashii
Address: 12 North Canal Road #02-01 Singapore 048825
Tel: +65 62220316
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The Curry Story

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First in Singapore to introduce a keto-friendly curry blend/menu, 'The Curry Story' is a concept created to not only celebrate the unique chilli 'rempah' passed down from generations, but also to introduce the ketogenic version that was created and further improved during recent years.

The Curry Story
Address: 10 Tampines North Drive 4 #01-05 Singapore 5285553
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Disclaimer
Kindly note, the information may change after the publication of this article. Do call or check the official restaurant sites to get the most updated information.

VUE @ OUE Bayfront - Surf & Turf Weekend Set Lunch With A Cocktail On The House

Located atop OUE Bayfront, VUE has been known for having one of the best views of Singapore's skyline. The time to really take it all in is perhaps the weekend, and catering to these precious hours is a newly launched "Surf & Turf" Weekend Set Lunch menu priced at $128. With this special menu, you get a choice of seafood as well as meat, complemented by 2 sides, and a dessert to end off your leisure afternoon.

Lunch cocktail

Since it's a weekend and you might have started your day late, VUE has prepared a cocktail on the house to wake up your senses. Choose between a Bloody Mary or a Mimosa, or if you like to have more, subsequent orders will be at $15 each.

Lobster Thermidor 3.5/5

An aperitif was indeed much needed for the meal ahead. For seafood, we chose Lobster Thermidor (+$12) of whole Maine lobster baked with mushroom, cheddar and gruyere, served with Hollandaise sauce. The lobster meat itself was scrumptious with the sauce and cheeses, and I felt the mushrooms didn't quite fit into the whole situation.

USDA Prime Black Angus 4.5/5

VUE specialises in binchotan-grilled meats, and included as one of the Turf options is a 250g USDA Prime, Brandt Family Ribeye (+$35). Its beautiful flavours were enhanced by cooking over the charcoal, which imparted a depth of smokiness into the meat.

Signature A5 "Kokuou' Emperor Black Wagyu Brisket 3.8/5

We also tried its signature A5 "Kokuou' Emperor Black Wagyu Brisket. Slow roasted for 24hours, the brisket had achieved the desired level of tenderness, and its flavours were superb. I find the sauce slightly too assertive, less of it would have made the meat even more pleasurable.

Roasted Bone Marrow 3.5/5

For sides, we tried Truffle Polenta, Creamed Spinach, Grilled Cauliflower and Roasted Bone Marrow with Mushroom Duxelles (+$10). I reckoned the bone marrow needed a few more minutes of heat and a dose of salt to turn it into a luscious and savoury butter. What's missing is a few pieces of crostini! Still, it could be worth getting the bone marrow, which is sizeable for two.

Basque-Style Burnt Cheesecake 4.5/5

The dessert is Basque-Style Burnt Cheesecake, and it was simply decadent. Inherently rich with heavy cream and cream cheese, I was surprised by how light this was - firm, moist with a custardy core. The tart berry jam went a long way in balancing the sweetness of the cheesecake, alongside the freshness of mixed berries. I love the addition of the almond crumbles too, which brilliantly compensated the lack of a buttery and crunchy element of burnt cheesecakes.

Photos and words by Si An. A girl who is allured by travelling, loves the feel of freedom, smell of the rain and the aroma of fine coffee and food. Note: This is an invited tasting.


VUE
OUE Bayfront
Level 19
50 Collyer Quay
Singapore 049321
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Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 12pm - 230pm, 530pm - 1030pm

Sat-Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 530pm - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Raffles Place MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to Clifford Centre. Cut across the building. Go to 2nd floor, take the overhead bridge link across the road. Turn right at the base of the overhead bridge. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

Dallas Restaurant and Bar @ Boat Quay - Stylish Bistro Bar Experience In The Heart Of Singapore

Established in 2006, Dallas Restaurant and Bar is a contemporary bar-bistro concept occupying two prime locations in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District - Boat Quay and Marina Bay Sands. We visited their first outlet at Boat Quay, where the alfresco seating area is located just beside the Singapore river, so you can the gentle sea breeze and people-watch while indulging in their hearty western cuisine and sipping on cocktails. The first level is a casual bar with high bar stools, while the second level offers a quieter, intimate ambience, with plush cushioned seats.

We had their Frozen Yuzu Lemonade Mocktail ($9) with fresh yuzu, lemonade and mint, as well as the Singapore Sling Cocktail ($14) which consists of gin, cherry brandy, Benedict DOM, grenadine, pineapple juice and fresh lime.

Salt and Pepper Calamari 4.2/5

We started off the meal with one of their most popular appetisers - their Salt and Pepper Calamari ($16) is coated with a light batter and flash-fried so that the crisp on the outside is thin and slightly crispy, while the calamari inside remains tender and chewy. The dish is seasoned simply with salt and pepper and paired with a side of sweet chilli mayonnaise dip to provide a stronger sweet-spicy flavour to this addictive snack.

Snapper Fish Tacos 4/5

The Snapper Fish Tacos ($12 for 2pcs) consists of chunky fish deep-fried to perfection and topped with a homemade pineapple chutney to add a fruity flavour to the savoury dish, as well as coleslaw and chipotle. The lime wedges on the side add some acidity to the tacos as well.

Prime Rib Steak 4.2/5

From the mains, we had their signature Prime Rib Steak ($38), which was lightly seasoned, slow-cooked and then char-grilled to a perfect medium-rare doneness, rendering the slab of prime rib steak extremely tender and juicy, while the wild mushroom sauce added a savoury, earthy flavour to the meat as well. This is served atop fries, and along with a side choice of salad or vegetables.

Avocado Chicken Parmigiana 4/5

Next, we had the Avocado Chicken Parmigiana ($24). The dish features a large, pan-fried panko crusted chicken breast, topped with avocado, melted gooey mozzarella cheese, and napolitana sauce. We were pleasantly surprised that the chicken breast was executed well - still retaining its tenderness and juiciness. The dish is definitely a bang for your buck for its huge portion, and generous servings of fries and salad as well.

Beef Sliders 3.8/5

The Beef Sliders ($12 for 2pcs) features a thick black angus beef patty topped with caramelised onions, then slathered with BBQ sauce, and sandwiched in between two fluffy buns. Flavourful and well-seasoned with a subtle sweetness and a hint of acidity, the sliders are perfect when you are just craving for something a little less substantial than the full burger, yet fulfilling that desire for a mini one.

Photos and words by Crystal. A girl who likes to eat, photograph, and write about food and dreams about travelling around the world one day. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Dallas Restaurant and Bar
31 Boat Quay
Singapore 049820
Tel: +65 6532 2131
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Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Raffles Place MRT station. Take Exit G. Walk towards the river. Turn left and walk down the river bank. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]