Monochrome Fusion Bistro @ South Bridge Road

Spotting a black and white decor, Monochrome Fusion Bistro along South Bridge Road offers a dining experience inspired to provide diners with a gastronomic journey of the East and West. On a weekday night that I visited the place, it seems the place is quite popular with the young crowd.

Threesome Wing It 4/5

We started the night with threesome which was very enjoyable. I mean the Threesome Wings It ($16) with the three flavours Honey Oat, Chilli Crab and Favourite House Wings all in a basket. The chicken has a nice exterior crisp, plump and juicy. Out of the three flavours, my favorite is the honey oat, I enjoyed how the sweetness complemented the crispy chicken while the oat gives it an extra crunch. They also sells each individual flavour separately if you are too share to have threesome at $9 per dish

Juicy Pork Belly Pizza 3.5/5

Monochrome offers a couple of pizza selection on the menu and we decided to try the Juicy Pork Belly Piza ($22). Topped with braised pork belly, mayonnaise, caramelized onions, cucumber and sliced red chilli, this is an unique and delightful combination thin crust pizza.

Squid Ink Risotto 4.2/5

The highlight of the dinner has to be the Squid Ink Risotto ($23) with pan seared scallops, crunchy quinoa, parmesan cheese, edamame beans and alfalfa sprouts. Cooked in a flavourful stock, the grains has absorbed the beautiful flavours on top of the al dente grains. The addition of crunchy quinoa, edamame beans and alfalfa sprouts provided the extra texture.

Oven Roasted Chicken 3.5/5

For something more substantial, there is the Oven Roasted Chicken ($23) that is roasted till golden brown and served with a choice of criss-cut fries or fluffy mash potato. The dish may not shout out but it did come across moist and tender.

I left the dinner feeling that I have a satisfactory meal. I did observe that there were a mix of young crowd such as dating couple, friends gathering at the bistro. However I did feel a bit old and out of place at the bistro. Nevertheless, the food is worthy a visit.


Monochrome Fusion Bistro
291 South Bridge Road
Singapore 058836
Tel: +65 62211798
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Nearest MRT: Chinatown (NE Line, DT Line), Telok Ayer (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Chinatown MRT. Take Exit A. Walk down Pagoda Street towards South Bridge Road. Turn right on South Bridge Road. Cross the road and walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Telok Ayer MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk down Cross Street towards Club Street. Turn left onto Club Street and walk to the end. At the end of Cross Street, turn right onto Ann Siang Road and walk towards South Bridge Road. At South Bridge Road, turn left and walk to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

Long Chim @ Marina Bay Sands

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands saw a refreshed line up of celebrity chef's restaurants with Long Chim by David Thompson as one of the latest additions. The acclaimed chef and restaurateur has brought Namh London a Michelin star before opening Namh Bangkok, getting the top spot in San Pellegrino’s Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2014. With such awards and recognition under his belt, I am excited and glad to know the chef has opened Long Chim in Singapore, serving his renditions of Thai street food.

Thai Milk Tea 2.5/5

I have to say my dinner at Long Chim did not start on the right foot. The rendition of the Thai Milk Tea is kind of acquire. It is not the usual taste we are used to or even familiar with. I would advise to give this a miss.

Green Papaya Salad 4/5

The crunchy Green Papaya Salad comes with a medley of Thai flavours, sweet, sour and spicy all in one plate, showcasing the characteristic of Thai cuisine.

Chiang Mai Chicken Relish with Cabbage 4.2/5

The Chiang Mai Chicken Relish with Cabbage ($14) is a robust play of different textures and flavours in the mouth with the crunchy cabbage giving the richness a refreshing balance.

Beef Skewers 3/5

The Beef Skewers ($16) was marinated in a rich marinade such as cumin, coriander and tumeric. The flavour is quite intense. However I did not quite enjoy the texture, I find it too minced or soft. I still prefer a bit of bite to it.

Green Curry with Wagyu Beef 2.5/5

Another disappointment on the menu is the Green Curry with Wagyu Beef ($22) served with roti. The whole execution was too oily. While the best quality of meat is used, there were only a tiny few pieces of them swimming in the pool of gravy.

Grill Squid Southern Style 4.5/5

Among the dishes I tried at Long Chim, the Grilled Squid in Southern Style ($16) has to be my favourite. Coated with a delectable spicy and coconut cream sauce, coupled with the charred aroma, this is indeed addictive.

Stir Fried Chinese Broccoli with Crispy Pork Belly 4/5

The Stir Fried Chinese Broccoli with Crispy Pork Belly in Oyster Sauce ($22) is probably one of the most value for money dish with its large servicing and huge pieces of sio bak. Except for the fact that the oyster sauce was a bit on the heavy side, this is a homely and comforting dish to go with a bowl of rice.

After trying the food at Long Chim, I did walk away feeling a bit disappointed. There were hits and misses. But the more troubling thought it whether it is worth to pay that sort of price for rendition of Thai street food while there was not really a wow factor.


Long Chim
The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
2 Bayfront Avenue
Atrium 2, L2-02
Singapore 018972
Tel: +65 66887299
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Nearest MRT: Bayfront (CC Line, DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thu: 1130am - 230pm, 530pm - 12midnight
Fri: 1130am - 230pm, 530pm - 1am
Sat-Sun: 530pm - 1am

Direction:
1) Alight at Bayfront MRT station. Take Exit D. Walk to Hermes at Level 1. Take the lift beside it to level 2. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]