Some of these dining places are, in fact, considered as must-try when you’re in Singapore. Many would probably say that you’ve never been to Singapore if you haven’t tried the dishes offered at these restaurants.
Salted Egg Yolk Custard Bun at Swee Choon
Swee Choon Dim Sum Restaurant is one the oldest and most successful dim sum restaurants on the island. While they are known to serve the best fried dim sum in the country, there is another must-try food at Swee Choon. The Salted Egg Yolk Custard Bun is the Pièce de résistance of this restaurant. Yes, you should try it! The crusty, sweet and salted egg yolk filling that flows with the soft pau is truly enticing and the custard is very well made. At $3.60, surely, it’ll become one of your favourite foods in Singapore.
Baked Egg with Sausage Stew at Mon Bijou
Mon Bijou’s menu is pretty simple serving the usual cafe type of food like all day breakfast, pasta, burgers, etc. But there’s this food on their menu that became a favourite among patrons, specifically for breakfast or lunch or brunch - the Baked Egg with Sausage Stew. Sounds too ordinary? Wait ‘til you have tasted it. The baked egg with sausage stew is a compact but pretty dish. This dish consists of pork sausage, kidney bean, smoked paprika, egg, and toast. The eggs and vegetables blended perfectly creating a very flavourful taste. At $14 per serving, you will want it for breakfast or brunch all the time.
Shimmering Sand Crab Delight at Uncle Leong
Many customers consider Uncle Leong as the best seafood restaurant in Singapore. Why not when they serve some of the most sumptuous seafood dishes in the city? The Shimmering Sand Crab Delight is just one of their signature dishes and is a must-try food when visiting Singapore. The dish features larger than average-size crab drizzled with Uncle Leong’s signature sauce and topped with a sprinkle of oats. The combination of flavours complements perfectly with the fresh flesh of the crab. The aroma alone of this dish will leave you wanting more.
Paprika Honey Wings at Lola’s Cafe
Lola’s Cafe is another hipster brunch cafe that has captured the interest of food lovers. You won’t believe how popular this dining place is. Despite its inconspicuous location, most of the time there is a queue on a weekday lunch hour. And one of the most in-demand dishes at Lola’s Cafe is the Paprika Honey Wings. The garlicky wings are well marinated and lightly battered with paprika powder which adds a mild yet very rich flavour. The wings are really crispy and retain their tender juicy texture. You’ll definitely love every bite of the wings. So how popular it is? Well, it almost always sold out, which is why it’s better to visit the cafe early.
Heart Attack Fried Rice at Eighteen Chefs
Craving for a beef dish? Try the Heart Attack Fried Rice at Eighteen Chefs, which is the signature dish in this restaurant. The dish looks pretty simple but once you’ve tasted it, it’ll leave you speechless. Customers love the juicy taste of the beef, which spills out when put inside the mouth. The beef is so soft, tender and juicy! Simple as it seems but it can turn into something that is worth remembering. Meanwhile, the rice tasted slightly peppery and sweet due to the black sauce. With this kind of dish, no wonder why Eighteen Chefs became one of the best affordable restaurants in Singapore.