Whether you crave chicken that’s baked, fried or smothered in ice cream (yes, we’re serious), Oven & Fried Chicken has it all covered. Expect to tuck into a splendid array of crispy-beyond-belief Korean-style fried chicken, tender baked chicken as well as a fine selection of Korean traditional side dishes.

Located along Tanjong Katong Road, this humble Korean fried chicken joint may not seem like much from the outside, but truth be told the chicken we had here were some of the best we have ever tried in Singapore.

FRIED RICE CHICKEN

To kick things off, we got the Fried Rice Original Chicken (S$18), which upon arrival, blew us away with its fresh-out-the-fryer aroma and crispy golden skin.

What makes their chicken unique to other Korean fried chicken joints is their use of rice flour as opposed to regular flour, which ensures that the chicken achieves an unbelievably crispy crust without being greasy at all. The flour also helps to lock in moisture, allowing each bite to be jam-packed with steaming chicken goodness.

SAUCED RICE CHICKEN

For fried chicken with attitude, the Sauced Original Rice Chicken (S$20) is a great choice. What you get is the same crispy chicken but with a generous coating of their homemade sauce, that brims with sweetness and a subtle spicy kick to further elevate the taste of the chicken.

We have tried many variations of this dish, but what really had us hooked was the fact that the saucy layer was neither gloopy nor overly sweet. Just the right consistency to coat the chicken without overwhelming its flavour too much.

ROASTED CHICKEN

Succulent, smoky and brimming with subtle herbal notes, we thoroughly enjoyed their Roasted Original (S$17) as well, for the fact that it was a whole different experience in itself.

Roasted to perfection, the chicken was tender, juicy and tasted a notch higher than your average oven-roasted chicken. The secret lies in the marinade, the duration of which the chicken is allowed to soak up all those aromatic flavours as well as the perfect cooking temperature, ensuring that the chicken does not dry out.

FRIED CHICKEN WITH ICE CREAM

For the ballsy, do consider one of the kitchen’s recommendations, the brainchild of the chef himself, the Yogurt Salad Chicken (S$22). Just a disclaimer, there wasn’t actual yoghurt in this but rather two scoops of Neapolitan-flavoured ice cream.

We particularly loved that each dip was different. Some bites were heavier on strawberry, some on chocolate and some, with the flavours of all three—delicious!

Some may say that this rendition is unorthodox as far as fried chicken is concerned but boy does it work. Dunking piping hot pieces of crispy fried chicken into ice cream was never something to cross our minds but now that we have tried this, it will probably change the way we eat fried chicken forever.

GINSENG CHICKEN

In light of all that greasy goodness (not that there was much, to begin with), a good, comforting dish to order is their Ginseng Chicken (S$12).

The chicken within was literally fall-off-the-bone tender while the rice at the bottom provided body to the dish. As the dish simmers over a period of time, the starch from the rice thickens it, making for a heartier, more robust soup.

Oven & Fried Chicken
230 Tanjong Katong Road
Singapore 437018
Tel: +65 6247 9242
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 1am
Tue & Sun: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.40pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

Bringing you the authentic tastes of Korea in a posh setting is Kimchi Korean restaurant, a diner situated in Suntec City Convention Tower. This restaurant was highly raved about a few years back for their “handsome Korean boss who looked like a celebrity”, Haden Hee, who worked as a part-time model and actor.

That aside, Kimchi Korean Restaurant is well-known for their reasonably priced Korean cuisine in a refined setting. With their kitchen being manned by 100% South Korean chefs, the food at Kimchi Korean Restaurant is as authentic as it can get.

Here’s everything we loved about Kimchi Korean Restaurant, which includes free-flow side dishes with every meal.

ENJOY KOREAN CUISINE IN STYLE

Walk past this Korean restaurant at Suntec City Convention Tower and you’d definitely get a whiff of their alluring kimchi broth. Just the smell of it will kick up some Korean food cravings and tempt you to walk in for a meal.

Dine in style in this classy Korean restaurant—the spacious, elegant restaurant is a perfect setting for catch-ups with your buddies or a family meal!

CLASSIC KOREAN BEEF BULGOGI BIBIMBAP

We just had to order the classic—Korean Beef Bulgogi Bibimbap (S$15.90). The thinly sliced beef was flavorful and well-marinated. Served in a sizzling hot stone bowl, this bowl of beef bulgogi bibimbap is well complemented with fresh, crunchy vegetables and a kick-ass Korean chilli paste.

KIMCHI DAE-JI KALBI JJIM

If you are in a group, we suggest you opt for one of their Kimchi Jjim for sharing. Although served with only 2 bowls of rice, one serving of this Kimchi stew will be good to share amongst a group of 3-4 pax!

We dug into this portion of Slow-cooked Pork Ribs with Braised Kimchi (S$49.90) and there was a chock full of ingredients in there, and it includes slow-cooked pork ribs, kimchi, enoki mushroom, and wild rocket salad.

Served with a side of Korean ramyeon, this is a definitely tummy-filler and a very hearty one at that!

SAMGYETANG

Their soups, Ginseng Chicken Soup in particular, tasted so comforting that it felt like home. This unassuming bowl of Ginseng Chicken Soup (S$17.90) features half a spring chicken, complemented with jujube red dates and gingko nuts that attributes to the subtle nutty flavours of the ginseng soup.

Peel off some of that tender chicken and dip it into the side serving of salt and pepper mix for a greater flavour kick.

CRISPY POTATO CHEESE PANCAKE

Their Crispy Potato Cheese Pancake (S$13.90) is a good option if you are looking for a side to share. Topped with a fried egg and parmesan cheese, this savoury dish is simple but very tasty.

Look forward to many other side dishes that you can enjoy too. This includes their Traditional Korean Kimchi Pancake (S$13.90), Korean Seafood and Spring Onion Pancake (S$14.90), Kimchi Cheese Egg Pancake (S$14.90) and many more.

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Kimchi Korean Restaurant
3 Temasek Boulevard #02-387
Suntec City Convention Tower
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6337 7811
Mondays to Fridays: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
Weekends: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade