JU95 @ Boat Quay - A Modern Izakaya Restaurant By A Talented Young Chef

JU95 is a modern izakaya restaurant located at Boat Quay opened for about 3 months. From what I understand, the kitchen is helmed by Chef Louis who supposed to follow a 2 Michelin starred chef to Belgium which was put off due to the pandemic.

Parfait Ju 4.2/5

The Parfait Ju ($15) gives me a glimpse of what the restaurant meant by modern izakaya. The finesse of how the chef beautifully laid the fermented mushroom on a bed of chicken liver paste on top of the koji sable cookies is both stunning in taste and sight.

Stuffed Chicken Wing 4.2/5

The next dish is Stuffed Chicken Wing ($18). It is a lavish take stuffed with foie gras paired with mala dip, unlike the usual.

Hay Smoked Hamachi 4.5/5

Another impressive dish is the Hay Smoked Hamachi ($25). The fresh hamachi is infused with a hint of smokiness paired with padron peppers and leek. The accompanying sweet and sour berry sauce brightens up the enjoyment.

Cold Angel Hair 4.2/5

For some carbo intake, diners can go for the Cold Angel Hair ($24) topped with scallop tartare, truffle, ikura and avruga caviar. Served chilli, the refreshing goodness can be further complemented with the creaminess of Hokkaido uni for an additional $18.

Grilled Baby Squid Donabe 4.8/5

The highlight for the night has to be the Grilled Baby Squid Donabe ($45). The treasure pot comprises seaweed schmaltz, mushroom and ikura. Give it a good toss, and the aroma will hit your senses, followed by complex yet flavoursome flavours from the different ingredients.

Ice Cream Sandwich 4.5/5

I do not have a sweet tooth, but I highly recommend saving space for the Ice Cream Sandwich ($10). Sandwiched between the biscuity shells are sweetened sour cream instead of ice cream, sake soaked cherry and garnished with rose petals. The play of flavours and textures is a unique take of the traditional ice cream sandwich.

I am impressed with the food at Ju95. The dishes I tried are creative and tasty with touches of finesse, giving a modern take of traditional izakaya. Ju95 is one of the best restaurants I have eaten this year, and I recommend you check it out.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Ju95
41 Boat Quay
Singapore 049830
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Website
Tel: +65 82012737
Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Thu-Fri, Sun: 12pm - 2pm (lunch)
Tue-Sun: 6pm - 1030pm (dinner)

Direction:
1) Alight at Raffles Place MRT station. Take Exit G. Walk towards the river. Turn left and walk along the river bank. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Publico Ristorante @ InterContinental Robertson Quay - Christmas In The Elf Garden

This Christmas, Publico Ristorante at InterContinental Robertson Quay will be setting magical merriments in motion to bring the festive spirit back. Publico has put together a medley of delights and lavish feasts to celebrate the festive seasons from 1 December to 31 December 2021.

Publico Mulled Wine 4/5

Kick-starting the dinner, I have the Publico Mulled Wine ($25), a celebrative drink usually served during winter around Christmas. Usually, it is served hot or warm, but what I had is chilled, lighter and more refreshing.

Granchio Fritto 3.5/5

After the drink, I moved on to the Granchio Fritto ($22). The deep-fried soft shell crab with tomato aioli and tangy salsa verde rest on a bed of radicchio caesar salad. I enjoyed how the tanginess cut through the deep-fried softshell crab, giving it a freshening mouth bite.

Pizza Boscaiola 4/5

Customers can go for the wood-fired Pizza Boscaiola ($30) for something more traditional. The pizza is layered with thinly sliced house-made Porchetta and further topped with porcini mushroom mozzarella, grated parmesan and red wine glaze.

Manzo Arrosto 4.2/5

OAt every Christmas feast, it is a staple to have festive roasts. The same is at Publico too. Diners can look forward to the Manzo Arrosto ($48). The charcoal-grilled angus beef tenderloin is complemented with a harmonious mix of crispy purple potato, sweet bell pepper tartare, balsamic mustard seeds, spicy horseradish salsa and red wine jus.

Publico Tiramisu 4/5

Wrapping up the dinner is the Publico Tiramisu ($15) which comes in a pot of sweetness. It is not too rich, and I like how the sponge fingers are moist with espresso.

Publico will be launching the "Magical Elf Garden Fairies" social media contest where two lucky winners will stand a chance to win $200 worth of Publico vouchers. Just snap and post on your accounts and remember to tag us and be public so we can choose you! For more information or reservations, visit https://publico.sg/festive2021, email ciao@publico.sg or call +65 68265040.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Publico Ristorante
InterContinental Robertson Quay
Level 1
1 Nanson Road
Singapore 238909
Tel: +65 68265040
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Nearest: Chinatown (DT Line, NE Line), Fort Canning (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thu: 12pm - 1030pm
Fri: 12pm - 11pm
Sat-Sun: 830am - 11pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Chinatown MRT station. Take Exit C. Walk to bus stop along Upper Cross Road, Opposite Subordinate Court (Stop ID 06171). Take bus number 51 or 186. Alight 2 stops later. Cross the road. Walk to Saiboo Street. Cross the river and walk to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Fort Canning MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to junction of River Valley Road and Clemenceau Avenue. Cross the road. Turn left and walk to the river. At the river, turn right and walk down the river. Walk to The Quayside and turn to Nanson Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]