VUE @ OUE Bayfront - Singapore's Newest Rooftop Dining Destination

VUE the newest rooftop dining destination is located on the penthouse of OUE Bayfront on Collyer Quay. It actually takes over the now-defunct ME@OUE. The stunning restaurant overlooks the Marina Bay and the Singapore skyline. The restaurant's menu focuses on the binchotan grill, complemented by a versatile selection of wines. It is also home to Singapore's first rooftop spritz bar.

Oysters with Champagne Mignonette 4.5/5

Our dinner started with the Oysters with Champagne Mignonette. The Speciales Geay Size 2 Oysters are creamy and buttery, with a delicate balance of sweet and briny flavours.

Charcuterie 4.2/5

Always good for sharing is the Charcuterie which comes with daily chef specials. The is accompanied by La Coca Bread, Guindilla Peppers, Home-pickled Cherries and Preserved Apple.

Ceviche 4.5/5

I love Ceviche because each mouth is a firework of flavours. For the version at VUE, you will find halibut, scallop and prawns that are cured in homemade citrus-based spicy tiger's milk emulsion. It is then topped with shallots, pine nuts and sweet corns.

Kumamoto A5 Emperor "Kokuou" Wagyu Sirloin 4/5

The highlight at VUE has to be the Kumamoto A5 Emperor "Kokuou" Wagyu Sirloin. The Kokuou wagyu is known as the pinnacle of Japanese beef. The prized piece of meat is slow-roasted for over 20 hours and served with rice salt flake. What I enjoyed most is the crust on the exterior, sealing the fatty marbling within. Once you put it in your mouth, it literally melted without much effort to chew on it.

Bone Marrow 3.5/5

You can also order some side dishes to go along with the prized meat. Some of the items available on the menu are  Grilled Mushrooms, Grilled Shishito Peppers, Bone Marrow, Marbled Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, Purple Cabbage with Bayonne Ham and Onion Tempura.

Chestnut 3.8/5

For dessert, we had the Chestnut. It is a delicate cocoa nib tuile served on a bed of chocolate mousse. This is accompanied by a scoop of chestnut ice cream and chocolate truffle. The addition of fresh raspberries provides the acidity to balance the richness of the chocolate. Not to forget, the fresh truffle shaving on top for full indulgence. Yes! You get truffle for dessert too!

The restaurant is really very beautiful with a panoramic view of the Marina Bay and Singapore skyline. Food is on the pricey side, but this comes with the view and quality of ingredients used. This will be an ideal destination dining if you want to impress your date or business partners.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


VUE
OUE Bayfront
Level 19
50 Collyer Quay
Singapore 049321
Tel: +65 8879 0923
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Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (EW, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon – Thu: 1130am - 2pm, 530pm - 1am
Fri: 1130am - 2pm, 530pm - 2am
Sat: 1130am - 3pm, 530pm - 2am
(Closed on Sun)

Direction:
1) Alight at Raffles Place MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to Clifford Centre. Cut across the building. 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]

Sushiro @ Tiong Bahru Plaza - Japan's Number 1 Kaiten Sushi Chain Opens First Outlet In Singapore

Japan's largest kaiten sushi chain, Sushiro opens its first outlet in Singapore at Tiong Bahru Plaza. Globally it has over 530 outlets in Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong. The Singapore outlet is the first in Southeast Asia, offering over 100 varieties of sushi and side menu selections, with prices starting from $2.20.

Sea Urchin Dry Ramen 3/5

During my visit, Sushiro was offering four new seasonal items for a limited period. They were Sea Urchin Dry Ramen ($8.50), Fresh Shrimp with Madagascar ($3.20), Sea Urchin & Roasted Beef ($3.20) and Scallop Tempura ($3.20).

Fresh Shrimp with Madagascar 3.5/5

While I like the unami creaminess of the Sea Urchin Dry Ramen, the portion is a little small for the price. I was worried the texture of the Fresh Shrimp with Madagascar would turn out slimy, but it was acceptable. In fact, if you can get over the barrier of its rawest, you would appreciate the natural sweetness of the shrimp.

Sea Urchin & Roasted Beef 4/5

Scallop Tempura 2.8/5

A unique pairing is the Sea Urchin & Roasted Beef. I didn't occupy to me that both items can go along. The combination is also rarely seen in local kaiten sushi restaurants. As for the Scallop Tempura, the pairing does not work for me. The idea of tempura on top sushi rice is a bit stretch for me. 

Salmon Roe Sushi 3/5

Tuna Sushi 3.5/5

With over 100 over selections in the offering, it is not possible to try everything. Hence I would recommend the Salmon Roe Sushi ($3.20), Tuna Sushi ($2.20) and Yellowtail Sushi ($3.20). They are Sushiro Japan's top 3 best sellers.

Sea Urchin Sushi 3/5

Besides the sushi, there are also side dishes which you can order from the tablet menu. Not to be used are items should as Shoyu Ramen, Chawanmushi with Scallop and Chicken Karaage. For dessert, they have Hattendo cream bun and pudding. Do save some space for these! They are so good.

While I am overwhelmed by the varieties available on the conveyor belt and menu, I find some of the sushi combinations have gone overboard. Unfortunately, I don't think every single ingredient can be made into sushi. That is why, if you realise I only gone for the more classic sushi items. Quality-wise, I think it still a notch behind some of incumbent kaiten sushi chain in Singapore.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Sushiro
Tiong Bahru Plaza
302 Tiong Bahru Road
#02-118
Singapore 168732
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Nearest MRT; Tiong Bahru (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am - 10pm

Direction:
Alight at Tiong Bahru MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]