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12 Beef Bowls In Singapore That Are Absolutely Cow-forting

Editorial — Wed, 01 Jan 2020 20:43:56 +0000

The number of rice bowl shops opening up in Singapore in the last couple of months is significantly growing and among all the rice bowls out there, beef bowls are getting a lot of attention.

Beef bowl–also known as Gyudon–is a Japanese dish with thinly sliced beef on a bowl of rice, with a drizzle of light soy sauce on top. Beef bowls are really filling and appetising, and here is a list of the top 12 beef bowls that we love.

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BOK’S KITCHEN

From the team behind The Hidden Chefs, Bok’s Kitchen is a homey cafe situated along Boon Lay Avenue that specialises in local delights. One of the star dishes at Bok’s Kitchen is the Beef Rice Bowl (S$12++), which was really juicy and flavourful. Accompanied with Italian spiced rice and sous vide egg cooked at precisely 63 degrees Celsius, this dish is absolutely perfect and appetising.

Blk 216 Boon Lay Avenue, #01-01
Singapore 640216
Tue to Fri: 11am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 9pm
Sat: 10am – 10pm
Sun: 10am – 9pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Lakeside

CHALONG

Located conveniently beside Tanjong Pagar MRT Station, Chalong is a French and Thai inspired eatery that serves one of the best charcoal grilled meat bowls. Their Roast Beef Bowl (S$14) that consists of Japanese rice and onsen egg served together with garlic truffle oil is to die for. By smoking the meat with applewood enhances the flavour of the beef and the perfectly poached egg just adds a nice creamy touch to it.

Tanjong Pagar Centre B2-21
7 Wallich Street
Singapore 078884
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 2pm, 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Fri: 11.30am – 2pm
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

DOCO

Located at International Plaza, DOCO –which is derived from the words ‘donburi’ and ‘coconut’– is a no-frills, quick service place that serves hearty protein-packed rice bowls and refreshing coconut soft serve. The Sh-nack Don (S$8.90) came with a generous portion of peppery beef grilled to perfection, an onsen egg and a copious sprinkling of crispy cajun-spiced fish skin that added a smoky aroma to the whole dish.

10 Anson Road
#01-16 International Plaza
Singapore 079903
Tel: +65 9049 9926
Mon to Fri: 11am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 8pm
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

FAT COW

Fat Cow is one of the best steak restaurants in Singapore that serves an extensive amount of succulent and high-quality Japanese Wagyu beef from different parts of Japan. Fat Cow Premium Donburi (S$98++) is possibly the most expensive beef bowl on our list. Served on a bed of rice is a perfectly grilled slab of Wagyu steak accompanied by pan-seared chunks of creamy foie gras, uni, Ikura, caviar and an onsen egg. With so many premium ingredients in a bowl, it is definitely worth the price!

Camden Medical Centre #01-01/02,
1 Orchard Boulevard,
Singapore 248649
Tel: +65 6735 0308
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

KABUKE

Situated in the heart of Telok Ayer near Amoy Street Food Centre, Kabuke is a Japanese inspired bar that combines the art of kabuki (classical Japanese theatre) and Japanese sake. Their Gyudon (S$15) is classic and reasonably priced – with succulent beef slices topped with onsen egg and a drizzle of truffle shoyu add that tinge of saltiness that makes it so appetising.

200A Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068638
Tel: +65 8822 5525
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 2pm, 6pm – 11pm
Fri: 11.30am – 2pm, 6pm – 12am
Sat: 6pm – 10am
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

MANEKO JAPANESE RESTAURANT

Maneko Japanese Restaurant is a cosy, 30-seater eatery that serves quick, fuss-free Japanese delights ranging from sashimi, donburi, and a huge selection of sides. Their Truffle Yakiniku Don (S$14.90) is definitely one of their must-try when you are there. Seared thoroughly to produce a beautiful caramelised crust whilst remaining pink in the middle, the beef was tender and tasty from start to finish.

227 Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574359
Tel: +65 6909 5401
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

OYSTER CO

Although well known for their fresh oysters, Oyster Co also serves really good beef bowl as well. Their Beef Bowl (S$14++) is great for those who want to opt for something healthy that does not compromise on taste. The grilled beef was jam-packed with flavour with a subtle sweetness that went really well with the brown rice. Paired with runny sous vide egg, sautéed spinach and savoury mushrooms, this dish is great for those who are health conscious.

#01-06 Central Mall
1 Magazine Road
Singapore 059567
Tel: +65 9025 2524
Daily: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

PEPPER BOWL

Located at Amoy Street Food Centre, Pepper Bowl sells 3 different types of rice bowls with various protein cuts. You can choose from beef, pork and chicken but their signature item is the Black Pepper Beef Rice (S$5). Comes with thinly sliced beef and some greens, the black pepper beef was well seasoned and extremely tender. We recommend adding on an onsen egg (S$0.60) for the complete beef bowl experience.

7 Maxwell Rd, #02-102
Amoy Street Food Centre
Singapore 069111
Mon to Fri: 11am – 3pm
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

SANTAP

From the people behind Working Title and The Mad Sailors, Santap is a Muslim-owned café in Little India that serves really affordable rice bowls. Their Beef Rice Bowl (S$15) comes with various ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, corn, poached egg and tender strips of lean beef that had a smoky flavour to it. They also replaced traditional white rice with whole grain brown rice and cauliflower florets, which means that you get a healthy meal without compromising on the taste!

16 Madras Street
The Daulat
Singapore 208413
Tel: +65 8768 0460
Mon to Sat: 6pm – 9pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Rochor

THE AUTOBUS

Located at Downtown Gallery, The Autobus is a bicycle-themed café that caters to cyclists passing through the CBD area. They serve really healthy salad and rice bowls, as well as bicycle equipment and apparel. You can customise your rice bowl to your liking and we got a base carb of quinoa, with Grilled Sirloin Steak topped with the Soy-Sesame dressing. The steak was cooked medium-rare and was incredibly tender which is perfect for steak fans.

6A Shenton Way
Downtown Gallery #01-01
Singapore 068815
Tel: +65 6909 3406
Mon to Fri: 8am – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 8am – 3pm
(Closed on Sunday)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: The Sushi Bar

THE SUSHI BAR

The Sushi Bar is a small cosy restaurant that serves really good Japanese food at an affordable price. The Wagyu Don ($34.90) was packed with high-quality beef that was very tender and well seared. The meat was grilled to perfection and the meat simply melts in your mouth! They were really generous with their portion of beef and the sprinkle of fried garlic definitely added a kick to it.

391B Orchard Road #05-34/35
Ngee Ann City
Singapore 238874
Tel: +65 8818 3535
Daily: 11.30am – 9.45pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

**Multiple outlets islandwide

WAA COW!

If you are a student from NUS, you might have heard or tried the beef donburis at Waa Cow before, and the good news is that they have now expanded to the CBD area. Their Regular Aburi Wagyu Beef consists of premium Wagyu beef, house made Wagyu beef bone sauce, pickles, and an onsen egg topped with tobiko. The meat was really tender and it glides down your throat effortlessly. Packed with so much goodness in a bowl, this dish was absolutely filling and cow-forting!

2 College Avenue West
#01-06 NUS UTown
Singapore 138607
Tel: +65 8168 8777
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 8.30pm
Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm
Nearest Station: Dover

**Multiple outlets islandwide

10 Unique Themed Bars in Singapore With Great Booze and Better Vibes

Phyllis Leong — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 16:54:00 +0000

Hands up if you’re one of those typical Singaporeans who drinks at run-of-the-mill bars along Holland Village or Clarke Quay! Don’t worry, that makes two of us. The drinking scene in our little red dot may seem a lil’ uninspiring, but there are some alternatives you can get wasted at than your habitual watering holes and clubs.

We discovered a slew of ingenious themed bars that have stepped up their game and creativity to lure alcoholics in – from a 20’s-inspired speakeasy to an 80’s arcade, there’s everything for everyone.

Ditch your old drinking spot and pop by these 10 unique themed bars offering not only great booze, but great vibes too!

Photo Credit: www.augustman.com

TAKI TAKI

Fancy a drink in Hawaii? Chill at Taki Taki, a Hawaiian-inspired balcony bar notable for their rum-based only tiki drinks. Their name, in Fijian, signifies “to lift up” or “cheers”, and they promise you just that.

One of the few tiki-concept bars in Singapore, they serve up some exclusive signature drinks inspired by our local flavours. Some creations to try are the Nyonya Daiquiri and Temasek Sourz, but if you’re feeling adventurous, opt for their Stylo Milo.

1 Keong Saik Road, #02-02
Singapore 089109
Mon to Sat: 4pm – 12am
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Outram Park

Photo Credit: www.burpple.com

DON’T TELL MAMA

If you’re strolling down the stretch of Little Korea in Tanjong Pagar, be sure to stop by Don’t Tell Mama, a transformative bistro with split personalities. Also known as DaBang—an Australian-Korean brunch and dessert café in the day—it morphs into an exotic Korean Mexican fusion bistro when the sun sets.

Reminiscent of a Korean drinking house, beer bottles and lightbulbs hang off ceilings with rustic meets modern industrial décor. Expect a K-twist to the drinks’ menu – here, they serve fruity Sojuritas, Beeritas, fruit soju cocktails and shooters. For the non-alchoholics, there’s a Bar Surprise, where sexy oppas will mix you a special surprise drink!

52 Tanjong Pagar Road
Singapore 088473
Tel: +65 6221 2007
Mon to Thurs: 5:30pm – 2am
Fri & Sat: 5:30pm – 3am
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: www.singaporemarriott.com

THE OTHER ROOM

Hidden from the privy eyes of guests, The Other Room is a speakeasy tucked away in the corner of Marriott Hotel behind black velvet drapes. Inspired by the 1920s prohibition era, they have included a charming gimmick where you have to ring the bell before someone takes you in.

The bar boasts a handsome dark interior shelved with an exquisite array of house-labelled bottles and oak casks while old-school music pumps in the background. Though expensive, the experience here is one of a kind, with a menu that flaunts an extensive collection of over 150 spirits and cocktails inspired by the bygone era. The concoctions are carefully curated in-house in casks by spirit-makers, infusing a variety of wood, fruits and spices to add flavour and dimension.

Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
320 Orchard Road, #01-05
Singapore 238865
Tel: +65 6100 7778
Mon to Thurs: 6pm – 3am
Fri to Sun: 6pm – 4am
Nearest Station: Orchard

THE SPIFFY DAPPER

Tucked in the heart of Amoy Street is 1920s-inspired speakeasy The Spiffy Dapper. Famed coffee house in the day, it transforms to a mysterious grunge bar with an extensive collection of alcohol selections by night. Dark and intimate, the ambience is perfect for couples on date night. The watering hole also makes bespoke drinks – tell them the different scents, flavours and alcohol you like, and they’ll make a drink for you on the spot!

Here, they don’t take themselves seriously – but they do make mean cocktails. We would recommend the Sheikh On The Level, a Turkish black tea delight with gin, or even Ms Grundy, a twist to the typical Bloody Mary. The best thing about this bar? Everything is NETT!

73 Amoy St, Second Floor
Singapore 069892
Tel: +65 8742 8908
Mon to Thurs: 5pm – 1am
Fri: 5pm – 2am
Sat: 6pm – 2am
Sun: 7pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: Holey Moley Golf Club

HOLEY MOLEY GOLF CLUB

Ever heard of an Insta-worthy golf club with themed golf courses, exclusive cocktails and chunky burgers? Welcome to Holey Moley, an indoor putt-putt bar home to a sprinkle of neon signs, pop culture references and a labyrinth of themed holes from Alice In Wonderland to The Simpsons and Game of Thrones.

Sink into retro-esque booths at The Caddyshack Bar, order a heaping pile of giant, wacky food all while jamming to music in the background. Order the cocktail of every girl’s dreams: Candy Man, a margarita served with cotton candy and Strawberry sticks, or Sugar Caddy, a signature fruity vodka drink.3B River Valley Road

Singapore 179024
Tel: +65 800 492 2410
Mon to Weds: 12pm – 1am
Thurs & Fri: 12pm – 2am
Sat: 10am – 2am
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photo Credit: Level Up

LEVEL UP

There’s no better combination in this world than games, friends, and lots of alcohol. Rekindle your childhood nostalgia at Level Up, Singapore’s first 80’s-themed arcade bar! Upon stepping in, it’s like a blast to the past: the interior is splashed with neon lights, graffiti and arcade machines. Treat yourself to a night full of fun with their various arcade and drinking games – from Street Fighter and claw machines to beer pong and pool, it’s the perfect place to bum around with your friends.

With every food and beverage purchase, you get tokens that you can use for the games. They also offer a wide selection of drinks, from cocktails and bottles to soju. Do try their house signatures, Melon Cucumber Martini and Milo Dino – you won’t be disappointed.

3A River Valley Road
#02-04 Block A
Singapore 179020
Tel: +65 6266 2276
Mon to Thurs: 5pm – 2am
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 3am
Sun: 4pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photo Credit: NINETEEN80

NINETEEN80

Relive the good ol’ days at NINETEEN80, another 80’s-inspired arcade bar and discotheque. You already know it’s going to be a heckin’ good time of fun and games when you’re greeted by a game font “Press Start” at the entrance. Murals of Bruce Lee, Pacman and other iconic characters are painted on the walls, with arcade machines and pop culture references everywhere.

The drinks selection is fun and innovative, with their own twist to classic cocktails from a past era. Jam to old-school tunes while you sip your poison for the night.

P.S We would go for their Blue Lagoon and Tequila Sunrise!

21 Tg Pagar Road, #01-05
Singapore 088444
Tel: +65 9183 60733
Tues & Thurs: 6:30pm – 1am
Weds & Fri: 6:30pm – 3am
Sat: 9pm – 4am
(Closed on Sundays and Mondays)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: www.monarchy.sg.com

THE MONARCHY

The first quintessential British cocktail bar and ultra lounge in Singapore, The Monarchy celebrates Britain. Enter the establishment through a door identical to the front door of the British Minister’s home at 10 Downing Street, and you will be greeted with elegance, opulence and luxury.

Priding themselves on premium spirits and traditional cocktails from the British scene, they spin a twist on the usual recipes, following “Cool Britannia”, a 1990s celebration of UK youth culture. Each drink is carefully crafted and named after famous British songs. Choose between 18 cocktails – some favourites include Bitter Sweet Symphony and Stairway To Heaven.

56 Tras Street
Singapore 078995
Tel: +65 9800 3787
Tues to Fri: 6pm – 3am
Sat: 6pm – 4am
(Closed on Sundays and Mondays)

KABUKE

Think Japanese elaborate theatrical setup, sumptuous delights and lots of rare sake. Located on the second floor of a heritage shophouse along Telok Ayer Street, Kabuke is an unpretentious gastrobar inspired by kabuki theatre. Not only are their famed for their contemporary Japanese cuisine, they promise quality sake too. Step in and be whirled into the world of kabuki, with eccentric ornaments, neon lights and traditional set up everywhere.

They offer a wide selection of sake, from Yamazaki 18 Years to Hibiki 21 years; heavyweights can also opt for the sake flights, a set of 50ml trio tasting portions of your choice. You can also order their bar bites, all carefully curated to complement the sake.

200A Telok Ayer Street, Level 2
Singapore 068638
Tel: +65 8822 5525
Mon to Thurs: 11:30am – 2pm, 6pm – 11pm
Fri: 11:30am – 2pm, 6pm – 12am
Sat: 6pm – 10pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: White Label Records

WHITE LABEL RECORDS

Home to carefully curated vinyl records, White Label Records is a vinyl store in the day and hip bar at night. Inspired by their deep passion for music, the founders wanted to create a space for music lovers to discover new music while socialising. There’s also a booth for live performances and special music-themed nights. They also switch up the records here on a rotational basis, offering both local and regional vinyl.

Fresh fruits and vodka drinks are also part of their signature menu! They have come up with three renditions of our usual cocktails: Vodka-based fresh fruit Mojito, a tea-based Long Island and Chrysanthemum Vodka Martini.

28 Ann Siang Rd, #01-01
Singapore 069708
Tues to Thurs: 11am – 2am
Fri & Sat: 11am – 1am
Sun: 12pm – 5pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Chinatown