Kushikatsu Tanaka Singapore @ Clarke Quay - First Asian Outlet In Singapore

Japan's number one kushikatsu chain, Kushikatsu Tanaka has opened its first Asian outlet at Clarke Quay, Singapore. It is famed for its Osaka-style fried cutlet skewers and signature special dipping sauce, with over 165 outlets in Japan.

Chiritori Hotpan with Beef + Risotto 3.8/5

If you are not a fan of beansprouts, you will hate the Chiritori Hotpan with Beef ($18 for 2 pax). This is because the sizzling hotpan of beef slices is served on a bed of beansprouts, topped with beef offal and chilli powder. Diners can have a choice of beef or pork. After finishing the nabe, diners can rice, curry powder, egg into the pan to soak up the rich broth for a delectable curry cheese risotto.

DIY Potato Salad 4.2/5

Besides the fried cutlet skewers and hotpan, the menu also offers a selections of starter such as DIY Onigiri, Takoyaki and Potato Salad. My favourite is their DIY Potato Salad ($8). You can choice to have your potato salad creamy or chunky, depends on how much you want to mash the potato with the Japanese mayonnaise, seasoned boiled egg, fresh lettuce and bacon bits.

Signature Kushikatsu 4/5

The signature here is non other than the Golden Kushikatsu with over 30 variations such as kushikatsu beef, prawn, asparagus, lotus root, all these range from $1 to $2.50 each. The skewers are covered in a finely grounded panko crumbs, deep fried in a unique blend of oil consisting of beef fats. The result is a light airy crispiness on the exterior.

Not forgetting to dip the skewers into the special dipping sauce, a well guarded family recipe passed down from creator Mr Yukichi Tanaka, to his daughter, Ms Hiroe Tanaka who is currently the Vice-President of the business. The sweet and savoury dipping sauce is served in a tin container, which pairs the fried skewers excellently, However do remember not to double dip.

Cookies And Cream Kushikatsu 4/5

A very special kushikatsu is the Cookies and Cream skewer. I didn't know that cookies can even be deep fried. The cookies and cream skewer can be some sort of a dessert too with its sweetness.

At Kushikatsu Tanaka, you can you also find one of the largest range of Jim Bean highballs with over 15 varieties such as Triple Berry Highball, Triple Citrus Highball and Aomori Ringo Highball, starting from $6.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Kushikatsu Tanaka
Merchants' Court Clarke Quay
Block A #01-01B
3A River Valley Road
Singapore 179020
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Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay (NE Line), Fort Canning (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 12pm - 230pm, 5pm - 12midnight
Sat-Sun: 12pm - 12midnight

Direction: 
1) Alight at Fort Canning MRT Station. Take Exit A. Turn right and down River Valley Road. Turn right onto Tan Tye Place. Walk to the end of the road. Turn left onto Clark Quay. Walk to destination. Journey time bout 5 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Clarke Quay MRT station. Take Exit C or G. Walk to the river front. Turn left and walk down the river. Cross the bridge. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes.  [Map]

Victor's Kitchen @ Sunshine Plaza - Giving You A Taste Of Hong Kong At Your Doorstep

Victor's Kitchen at Sunshine Plaza has been a household name to go for Hong Kong style dim sum in Singapore. Run by a Hong Kong chef who has worked in 5-star hotel, bringing his vast experience to Singapore, affording all day dim sum. Shame to say, I have been avoiding the place because of the crowd even though I have read many good reviews of the affordable dim sum, especially their golden egg yolk lava bun.

Tasty Queen Size Siew Mai 4.2/5

We started with the Tasty Queen Size Siew Mai ($4.80). Usually most siew mai has a higher ratio of minced meat to prawn ratio but not here. As you can see from the picture, the siew mai is stuffed with 2 prawns together with the minced meat. It gives the siew mai a crunchier texture which I enjoyed.

Poached Sze Chuan Dumpling in Spicy Sauce 4/5

For those that love spicy food, you will like the Poached Sze Chuan Dumpling in Spicy Sauce ($5.50). Each dumpling is rather huge in size, drenched in a fragrant spicy sauce that elevated the whole enjoyment.

Nemo's Porridge 3/5

The Nemo's Porridge ($4.80) may sounds a bit weird but it's actually porridge with century eggs and fish slices. I was expecting the silky, creamy type of Cantonese congee but what is served is more to the grainy side. A simple and comforting bowl of porridge to go along with the dim sum.

Golden Egg Yolk Lava Bun 4/5

The legendary Golden Egg Yolk Lava Bun ($4.80) is not to be missed. Inside the fluffy dough is the generous oozing, sweet and savoury salted egg yolk. Compared to many others that I have tried, the version here is sweeter and more buttery. The salted egg yolk flavour is not as distinct.

Hong Kong Style Pan Fried Cheong Fun 3.5/5

The Hong Kong Style Pan Fried Cheong Fun ($5.20) is slightly different from the usual cheong fun we used to eat at dim sum restaurant. Instead of drenching the steamed cheong fun with light soy sauce. the rice flour is steamed, rolled into shape and slightly pan fried. It also comes with accompanying X.O. sauce and sweet sauce for dipping.

Sausage Yam Cake 4.2/5

Lastly, we tried the Sausage Yam Cake ($4.80). It is pan fried to a beautiful crisp on the exterior, while the interior is still moist. I like the addition of Chinese sausage to the yam cake, providing that extra boost in flavour.

Do expect long queues if you plan to dine at Victor's Kitchen. On top of that, be pretty to sit shoulder to shoulder with other diners, just like those traditional dim sum places in Hong Kong.


Victor's Kitchen
Sunshine Plaza
91 Bencoolen Street
#01-49
Singapore 189652
Tel: +65 98382851
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Nearest MRT: Bencoolen (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Sun-Thu: 1030am - 8pm
Fri-Sat: 1030am - 9pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Bencoolen MRT station. Take Exit A. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]