Boruto Sake and Tapas Bar @ South Bridge Road - Celebrating Its 2nd Anniversary With A New Menu

Recently I am back at Boruto Sake and Tapas Bar along South Bridge Road to celebrate its 2nd anniversary. In conjunction with its 2nd birthday, Chef Angus has created a new menu to celebrate the occasion as well as refreshing the menu to entice the palate of the regulators as well as new diners.

Nature of Boruto 4/5

Besides the sake selection at Boruto, the bar also shakes up some interesting cocktails too. I started with the Nature of Boruto which is a concoction of midori melon liqueur, kuromaru shochu, the 1872 Clipper Tea Co. Healing Garden (Tisane) infused Vodka, triple sec, yuze sake and egg white. A light and refreshing pre-dinner drink to kick start the night.

Oyster with Ponzu 4/5

We started the dinner with some Fresh Oyster ($18.80) paired with ponzu granite, momeji oroshi and herb cress. I like the idea because the lightness of the ponzu sauce allows the appreciation of the oyster, and not overpowering it.

Tori "Charcoal" Karaage 4/5

The chicken karaage is given a hipster tweak coating it with bambo charcoal. The chunky Tori "Charcoal" Karaage ($10.80) is tender and juicy. Dip it with the accompanying mentaiko mayo for lifted enjoyment.

Tuna  with Caviar 4.2/5

Next we had the Tuna with Caviar ($22.80) with yellowfin tuna topped with avruga caviar with a final touch of olive oil crumble for finish. The torched tuna has a nice smoky aroma while the avruga caviar gives it a salty contrast.

Taraba Kani Salada 3.5/5

A light and refreshing dish on the new menu is the Taraba Kani Salada ($22.80). The beauty plate comes with king crab leg, avocado, cherry tomato and greens. Mixed everything with a free drizzle of the ponzu sauce and gives it a good toss to blend everything together. There is also a bit of heat from the wasabi that is used in the salad.

Kani Croquettes 4/5

Fried to golden brown is the Kani Croquettes ($12.80), using blue swimmer crab and topped with sweet corn for some extra crunch. The used of the garlic aioli coupled with the crispy bread crumb coating, made this a delightful dish.

Gindara Pumpkin Miso 4/5

It is rather an uncommon combination to pair pumpkin with cod fish. The Gindara Pumpkin Miso ($18.80) sees Chef Angus pairs black cod with roasted pumpkin and married them with yaki aged miso. The combination of savoury and sweet is well balanced on this plate.

Ebi Niniku Yaki 4.5/5

Among the new dishes, I probably adore the Ebi Niniku Yaki ($18.80) the most. I like how the huge and crunchy white prawns are cooked to perfection in a sake broth with dried pepper. The execution kind of resembles the drunken prawn dish for me.

Ika Gyoza 4.2/5

Good for sharing is the Ika Gyoza ($18.80) that is stuffed with a mixture of minced pork, tofu, rice, green chilli and water chestnut. A multi textures dish that is dressed in a bak chor mee inspired vinegar chilli sauce.

Charcoal Hiyashi Noodles 4/5

If you feel that you need some carbo to fill you up, there is the Charcoal Hiyashi Noodles ($15.80), topped with Nama hotate and tobikko. It is dressed in a katsuo dashi sauce with a tad of wasabi. The homemade charcoal noodles has a firmer texture. It is more chewy compared to others. The dish is served chilled.

Uni Truffled Somen 4.5/5

A popular and signature dish at Boruto is their Uni Truffled Somen ($35.80). The somen is topped with Bafun uni, sakura ebi and truffle caviar. A multi sensory dish of sight, smell and taste. No wonder it has been a crowd favourite.

Chuleton De Buey 4.2/5

With the new menu introduction, Boruto has also included big plate items in the menu which is good for big group to share. We tried the Chuleton De Buey ($98.80) which comes with mesclun salad, tomato salsa and basil pesto on the side.The top notch piece of steak is cooked perfectly with a beautiful charred bone-in. Besides beef, the big plate also offers a choice pork or chicken. Do note that you need to order a day in advance for the big plates.

Overall I have enjoyed the new menu at Boruto. Compared to its previous menu which felt more like omakase dishes catered for individual diner, the new menu feels more communal. This allows for more choices and sharing over a few sakes.


Boruto Sake and Tapas Bar
80 South Bridge Road
#01-01
Singapore 058710
Tel: +65 65320418
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Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay (NE Line), Raffles Place (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat: 430pm - 12midnight
(Closed on Sun)

Direction:
1) Alight at Clarke Quay MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to North Canal Road. Turn right and walk down North Canal Road. At the junction on North Canal Road and South Bridge Road, turn left onto South Bridge Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Raffles Place MRT station. Take Exit G. Walk down Battery Street onto North Canal Road. Continue on North Canal North. At the junction on North Canal Road and South Bridge Road, cross the road and turn right onto South Bridge Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

Paulaner Bräuhaus @ Millenia Walk - Singapore's First And Only German Microbrewery Reopens After A Two-Month Makeover

After a two months of renovation, Paulaner Bräuhaus at Millenia Walk is re-opened again. Singapore's first and only authentic German microbrewery has a new stylish and dapper interior marked by a contemporary palette of light maple. tan leather, matt gold and royal blue. In conjunction with the re-opening, it has also updated its food menu.

We started with some beers from the tap. From left to right, we have the Paulaner Brauhaus Weissbier Wheat Bear, Paulaner Brauhaus Helles Pale Lager and Paul Brauhaus Drunkel Dark Lager.

Obazda with Pretzel 4.2/5

Kicking off the meal at Paulaner Brauhaus, we started with some light bites. First we had the Obazda with Pretzel ($16.90). The Munich-style pretzel, baked freshly in the premises daily is accompanied by a bottle of obazda (a Bavarian cheese spread). The cheese spread is made with fresh butter, camembert, various spices, chopped onions and topped with fried onions. The obazda is really very enjoyable that you may end up ordering a few pretzel to go with it.

Paulaner Trio Fish 4/5

The Paulaner Trio Fish ($15.90) is another good choice to go with the pretzel which comprises of smoked salmon in cream cheese, herring salad and red radish salad with smoked trout. My favourite is the herring salad which adds a sourish touch to whet up the appetite.

Pork Knuckle 4.2/5

A staple of German cuisine, undoubtedly is the Pork Knuckle ($31.90) served bone-in. The whole pork knuckle is marinated in Bavarian spice blend, brushed with Paulaner beer, and then oven roasted for 2.5 hours for a crackling and crispy skin with succulent flesh. It even comes with a traditional Bavarian bread dumpling for a hearty full meal. I like the sauerkraut side that helps to cut the richness.

Pork Schnitzel 3.5/5

For a meaty enjoyment, go for the Pork Schnitzel ($25.90). The pork escalope is coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and fried in butter until golden brown. It is then served together with lemon wedges, french fries and ketchup.

Spatzle 2.8/5

For diners who like to have some additional sides to go with their mains, an unique item on the menu is the Spatzle ($6.90), a homemade egg noodles. While the noodle has a enjoyable chewy textural bite, I thought the execution was a little bland. I also don't like the taste of the alfalfa sprouts.

Currywurst Hot Paula 4.2/5

Besides pork knuckle, German cuisine is also known for their sausages. Not to be missed is the Currywurst Hot Paula ($12.90) which is a six inch smoked pork sausage in a delectable curry tomato-chilli sauce, dusted with curry powder and paired with a side of fries. The addition of curry and chilli definitely made it more receptive to the local palate.

Apple Beignets 4/5

A warm and comforting dessert at Paulaner Brauhaus is their Apple Beignets ($14.90). The apple rings is coated with wheat beer batter, ddeep fried and sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. Paired it with some vanilla ice cream and vanilla sauce with berry compote for a sweet treat.

Kaiserchmarrn 3/5

Guess I don't have a king's palate as I did not enjoy the Kaiserchmarrn ($14.90), which is heralded as the Emperor's Pancake because King Franz Joseph l is known to be very fond of the dish. The thick-cut pancakes are caramelised in a pan with butter and sugar. To enjoy,  have it together with the red berry compote, apple compote and vanilla ice cream.

Every Sunday, Paulaner Brahaus serves up a sumptuous German Brunch buffet from 1130am to 230pm. A myriad of hot and cold stations teeming with sausages, Bavarian meatloaf, pork knuckle, salads and much more. The dessert station station also comprises a delightful chocolate fountain, warm apple strudel and an assortment of ice cream. Activities such as colouring or mask masking are available for children during the brunch too.

Noted: This is an invited tasting.


Paulaner Brauhaus
Millenia Walk
9 Raffles Boulevard
#01-01, #02-01, #03-01
Singapore 039596
Tel: +65 68832572
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Nearest MRT: Promenade (CC Line)

Opening Hours:
Bar
Sun-Thu: 12pm - 1am
Fri-Sat, Eve of PH: 12pm - 2am
Restaurant
Mon-Fri: 12pm - 230pm, 630pm - 1030pm
Sat-Sun, PH: 630pm - 1030pm
German Sunday Brunch
Sun: 11am - 230pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Promenade MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk towards Conrad Hotel. Continue towards the direction of Suntec Convention Centre. Walk to destination. Paulaner Brauhaus is at the end of the building facing Suntec Convention Centre. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]