Outback Steakhouse @ Orchard Gateway

I wonder what took the world largest steakhouse chain so long to open a second outlet in Singapore. Outback Steakhoue, the American chain with an Australian inspired concept established its flagship store in 2000 at Millenia Walk. With the opening of Orchard Gateway, Outback Steakhouse has finally opened its second outlet on the fourth floor of the new mall on 30 June 2014.

Fruit Cocktail 4/5

Starting with some pre-dining drinks, we tried a trio of fruity cocktails from the bar. From left to the right we have the Strawberry Basil Lemonade ($13.90), Absolut Citron vodka, fresh basil and strawberries, fresh lemonade, sprite. In the centre is the Apple Mojito ($12.90), Bacardi Silver rum, diced red apples,limes and mint. Lastly the Watermelon Margarita ($14.90), fresh watermelon, Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, citrus juices, served in a sugar rimmed glass. I really enjoy the freshing and fruity cocktail with my favourite going to the strawberry basil lemonade.

Spinach Artichoke Dip 4.2/5

I was trying to control myself from going back for more of the freshly fried corn Tortilla chips with the Spinach Artichoke Dip ($13.90). The warm dip melange of spinach, artichoke, Monterey Jack cheese and Paramesan cheese was creamy and cheesy which goes very well with the chips. Perfect as a snack to go with a couple of drinks or appetizer.

Alice Springs Chicken 4.5/5

Although it is a steakhouse, the menu also offers a selection of other mains. The Alice Springs Chicken ($25.90) served with Aussie Fries was surprisingly good. I thought the piece of flame grilled chicken breast looked kind of over done but it was the opposite. The moist and tender flame grilled chicken dressed with sauteed mushrooms, crispy bacon strips, melted Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar and honey mustard sauce was packed with abundance of flavours that complemented the chicken excellently.

Tilpia with Pure Lump Crab Meat 3/5

From the sea, we have the Tilpia with Pure Lump Crab Meat ($27.90) served with seasonal vegetables. I thought the dish was mediocre. It needed more character to it.

New York Strip 3/5

Mashed Potatoes 4/5

As a steakhouse I was quite disappointed with New York Strip ($36.90/10oz) seasoned with a secret blend of 17 spices. The cut of beef which is prized for its flavour and tenderness was a tad over cooked and tough. All steak orders come with a choice of two sides from an extensive list of nine that includes Corns on the Cob, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Aussie Fries, Rice Pilaf, Sweet Potato Fries and Sweet Baked Potato with honey butter and cinnamon sugar. Worthy of mentioned is the mashed potatoes that was well seasoned, buttery and comes with potato skins for the extra crunch.

Baby Back Ribs 3.8/5

The Baby Back Ribs (half 19.90, full $32.90) laced with a tangy house made BBQ sauce and accompanied by Aussie Fries were cooked with fork tender. If the baby back ribs could be more charred or smoky would be perfect.

Carrot Cake 3/5

Moving on to the dessert menu, I tried a huge slice of the Carrot Cake ($9.90). I have to say this is the most moist carrot cake I have ever eaten.

Chocolate Thunder from Down Under 4/5

The Chocolate Thunder from Down Under ($14.90) is pretty impressive with its three tier of sweetness in the pecan brownie, vanilla ice cream and whipped cream drowned in a bed of warm chocolate sauce and topped with chocolate shavings. A perfect ending to a night of flavourful food and friendly service.


Outback Steakhouse
Orchard Gateway
277 Orchard Road
#04-01
Singapore 238858
Tel: +65 67026842
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OutbackSG
Website: http://outback-sea.com
Nearest MRT: Somerset (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 1130am - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Somerset MRT station. Take Exit C. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) Singapore Mooncake 2014

To celebrate this year's Mid-Autumn Festival, a traditional Chinese tribute to the full moon and season of harvest, Feng Shui Inn at Resorts World Sentosa is presenting a selection of mini mooncakes in unique flavour combinations that is not of the norm. For the first time, the authentic Cantonese restaurant is offering three variations of the traditional pastries by using mooncakes' skin of different textures, as well as pairing unusual ingredients together to create an assortment of meticulously handcrafted treats.

Back by popular demand, Feng Shui Inn is bringing back last year's melt in the mouth flaky crust mooncakes but with the additional of black and white sesame seeds to the base of the mooncakes with a bolder flavours.
The handback flaky crust mooncakes come in two exciting pairing flavours - the Flaky American Ginseng & Coconut Mooncake as well as the Flaky Lotus Roots & Buter Mooncake.

On top of the two new flaky crust mooncakes, Feng Shui Inn also offers the Mini Baked Custard Mooncakes. Made with a traditional baked skin crust, its custard paste ha a subtle hint o f sesame, perfect for sesame lovers.

Apart from the Feng Shui Inn's Premium Box mini mooncakes, other line up of traditional baked skin mooncakes including Lotus Paste mooncake with single yolk or double yolk, Assorted Nuts 'Ng Yan' and flavourful Pandan with Red Bean Paste are also available for purchase from 8 August.

All mooncakes are available at Feng Shui Inn, Crockfords Tower, level G2 and Asian Deli, Festive Hotel Lobby from 15 August to 8 September 2014. Feng Shui Inn's Premium Box mooncakes priced at $62 comes in 6 pieces and contains 2 flavours of each kind while the RWS Baked Treasures Mooncakes priced at $56 per box contains 4 different traditional baked skin mooncakes.