Orchid Live Seafood at HomeTeamNS Khatib is an old-school Chinese seafood restaurant which is known for its quality live Teochew-style seafood including Teochew Cold Crab, HK Style Steamed Soon Hock Fish, and its famous Lobster Porridge.

From now until 25 July, Orchid Live Seafood will be offering 1-for-1 promotions on Southern Australian Lobsters (U.P S$288) and Garlic Steamed Bamboo Clams (U.P S$16.80).

Everyone comes to Orchid Live Seafood for their iconic Lobster Porridge. While Lobster Porridge can be found in many other Chinese restaurants in Singapore now, Orchid Live Seafood is actually the original creator of this dish. Orchid Live Seafood has been serving their Lobster Porridge to their loyal customers since 1999.

The freshness of these lobsters is guaranteed as they catch your live lobsters from the tanks right after you place your order. These crustaceans are cut into halves, and the plump and juicy lobster meat attributes to the Teochew porridge’s sweetness and aromatic broth.

From 25 June till 25 July, enjoy the following promotions when you dine in at Orchid Live Seafood:

1-for-1 Southern Australian Lobsters (U.P $288)
1-for-1 Garlic Steamed Bamboo Clams (U.P $16.80)

Orchid Live Seafood
2 Yishun Walk, #03-01 HomeTeamNS Khatib
Singapore 767944

Once upon a time before we were born, lobsters were considered food for the poor. There was an abundance of these crustaceans then for nobody bothered to eat them. Things took a dramatic turn around the 19th century when whole cooked lobsters started being served on silver platters to the affluent class. Prices soared and the lobster became a prized catch.

Who would have known that such an unwanted seafood could evolve into such a pricey and highly sought-after delicacy? There are many lobster species available in the market and each breed has a different price tag. When cooked fresh, the fresh ones will taste succulent and sweet. Needless to say, the consumption of lobsters today still remains as an expensive affair.

Here is our guide to the Best Lobster Dishes in Singapore. Anytime you have a hankering for the crustacean, you know this list (that you should bookmark now) will come in handy.

CAJUN ON WHEELS – CRUSTY C.O.W. BURGER LOBSTER & BEEF

Cajun On Wheels is a Halal-certified seafood diner serving unadulterated and fresh seafood in true American fashion.

On top of coming with a 100% premium beef patty, the Crusty C.O.W. Burger Lobster & Beef (S$39.90++) also consists of half a lobster which makes this dining option worth every dollar. A ladle of butter herb sauce is layered over the fresh and juicy lobster and it made this dish so worth the indulgence.

68 Orchard Road
#03-92, Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

COASTES – SLIPPER LOBSTER SPAGHETTI

Enjoy a plate of Slipper Lobster Spaghetti (S$28++) whilst admiring scenic views of the ocean. The tomato-based pasta features generous portions of slipper lobster and cherry tomatoes. It is tossed with asparagus and topped with Parmesan cheese.

50 Siloso Beach Walk
#01-06 Sentosa
Tel: +65 6631 8938
Mon to Thu, Sun & PH: 9am – 11pm
Fri, Sat, & Eve Of Public Holiday: 9am – 1am
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

COLONY – LOBSTER LAKSA

International buffet restaurant Colony—situated on the third level of The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore—features an amazing spread of cuisines. There are eight ‘live’ kitchens and over at The Steam Basket is where you get to indulge in Lobster Laksa.

Think a traditional laksa but completed with handmade lobster balls instead! It is available as part of the dinner buffet.

Level 3
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: +65 6434 5288
Daily: 6.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

DANCING CRAB – LOBSTER COMBO

Dancing Crab is our go-to restaurant for authentic Louisianan cuisine. Order their Lobster Combo (S$111.80++) which consists of a massive Boston lobster, 350 grams of prawns, 300 grams of clams, corn and sausages.

You can choose from several sauces but we would recommend getting the classic cajun sauce.

181 Orchard Road
#07-14/15, Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 1878
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

GINGER – PUMPKIN LOBSTER IN CLAYPOT

This phenomenal dish—by Executive Chef Low Hoe Kiat—beautifully combines the succulent texture of lobsters with generous servings of pumpkin puree that has been infused with locally sourced herbs.

The consistently good pumpkin gravy is the key to its huge success and we absolutely adore the creamy, smoky taste that just further accentuates the natural sweetness of the lobster.

PARKROYAL on Beach Road
7500 Beach Road
Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 6505 5710 
Daily: 6pm – 10.00pm
Nearest Stations: Bugis and Nicole Highway

GREENWOOD FISH MARKET – LOBSTER THERMIDOR

Greenwood Fish Market at Quayside Isle is a chic seafood restaurant that sets to impress with their seafood dishes.

Diners can opt for “live” Maine Lobsters that weigh approximately 500g to 550g and have them prepared in various cooking methods—steamed, chargrilled, thermidor, chilli-crab style or cajun butter.

31 Ocean Way
#01-04/05 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6262 0450
Tue to Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

LUKE’S OYSTER BAR & CHOP HOUSE – LOBSTER ROLL 

Known for its seafood cocktails and oysters, it is by no surprise that Luke’s Chophouse does an impressive rendition of the classic lobster roll.

Apart from their impressive array of oysters, what is also worth trying is their Lobster Sliders which is served only during lunch. You get a generous serving of sweet lobster flesh—from a 500g Maine lobster—tucked nicely in a tall and thick brioche that is toasted to a pretty golden shade.

20 Gemmil Lane
Tel: +65 6221 4468
Mon to Wed: 12pm – 10.30pm
Thu to Sat: 12pm – 12 midnight
Nearest Station: Chinatown/Raffles Place

ORCHID LIVE SEAFOOD – LOBSTER PORRIDGE

The freshness of Orchid Live Seafood’s lobsters is guaranteed as they catch your lobsters right after you place your order. These crustaceans are cut into halves, and the plump and juicy lobster meat attributes to the Teochew porridge’s sweetness and aromatic broth.

1 Bah Soon Pah Road
Singapore 769959
Tel: +65 6756 0311
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Khatib

PINCE & PINTS – LIVE WHOLE LOBSTER

Mirroring a similar concept to Burger & Lobster in London, Pince & Pints is dedicated to serving the best lobster dishes under one roof. You have to order two of their signature dishes that also happen to be our favourites—Live Whole Lobster (S$58++) and The Lobster Roll (S$58++).

For those who are looking for more local-inspired flavours, there are also options such as Chilli Lobster (S$58++) and Lobster Noodle (S$58++). The former is like our local Chilli Crab but instead of crabs, you got that right, lobsters are used; the latter consists of wok-fried egg noodles with ginger, scallion and house-made chilli oil.

32-33 Duxton Rd
Singapore 089496
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 11pm
Sat: 12pm – 11pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

TANJONG BEACH CLUB – LOBSTER BUN

Tanjong Beach Club’s newest addition to the menu is a Lobster Bun (S$38++). It is essentially an alternative interpretation of the conventional lobster roll. Fresh Maine lobster flesh, avocado and lime mayonnaise are sandwiched between sesame buns. The bun is also served with a hefty side of fries.

120 Tanjong Beach Walk
Singapore 098942
Tel: +65 9750 5323
Mon: 12pm – 10pm
Tue to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat: 10am – 10pm
Sun: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

TATSU – TEPPANYAKI LIVE LOBSTER

Savour the goodness of a premium fresh lobster teppanyaki style! Watch the chef cook the Live Lobster (seasonal price) over dramatic flames and we simply cannot reiterate how divine the fork-tender sweet meat tastes when it is served to us fresh from the stove.

#01-08 CHIJMES, 30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6332 5868
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

THE MARKET GRILL – WHOLE LOBSTER

You can get live Atlantic lobsters right at The Market Grill which are flown in from Maine and Boston. The whole lobster (S$52++)—approximately 500g each—is prepared with butter, lemon juice, a touch of garlic and served together with salad and mashed potatoes. Talk about the perfect lobster meal!

Diners have a choice of getting their lobster steamed or chargrilled.

208 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068642
Tel: +65 6221 3323
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

THE NAKED FINN – LOBSTER ROLL

Sitting within Gillman Barracks at Alexandra Road, The Naked Finn serves a decent Connecticut-style Lobster Roll (American lobster – S$38++, European lobster – S$42++) which features 90g of lobster meat with homemade mayonnaise/crème fraîche, locally-farmed mesclun salad and shoestring truffle fries.

39 Malan Road
Gillman Barracks
Singapore 109442
Tel: +65 6694 0807
Tue to Thu: 12.30pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12.30pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Closed on Sundays & Mondays
Nearest Station: Labrador Park

TUNGLOK HEEN – BOSTON LOBSTER

A meal at award-winning establishment TungLok Heen means an impressive selection of exquisite oriental delicacies prepared with expertly finesse.

Presented on a skewer, TungLok Heen’s Boston Lobster is cooked with cheese and herbs. Grilled to perfection, you can expect the lobster to be coated with a charred fragrance that is smoky with every bite.

Resorts World Sentosa
Hotel Michael, Lobby Level
26 Sentosa Gateway
#02-142/143
Singapore 098138
Tel: +65 6884 7888
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm (last order at 2pm), 6.30pm – 10.30pm (last order at 10pm)
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

TUNGLOK SIGNATURES – PAN-FRIED LOBSTER STEAK

TungLok Signature’s Pan-fried Lobster Steak is truly a must-order dish. The crustacean has been pan-fried to perfection and served atop leafy vegetables. A secret sauce is drizzled over it and we were surprised how a pomegranate could give the dish such an extra oomph.

Orchard Parade Hotel #02-18
1 Tanglin Road
Singapore 247905
Tel: +65 6834 0660
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

WAN HE LOU

Wan He Lou’s signature is undoubtedly their Lobster Porridge (S$31.90++ onwards), which also happens to be the pride of the restaurant’s award-winning founder chef, Lau Siaw Dee.

Cooked in Teochew style, the Lobster Porridge is a winning recipe and its success all boils down to its flavourful stock which comprises rich lobster roe and topped off with a fresh lobster that was prepared separately.

65 Maude Rd
Singapore 208347
Daily: 11am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Lavender

YÀN – DEEP-FRIED LOCAL LOBSTER

The Local Lobsters (seasonal price/100g) here at Yàn are amazing when deep fried with a side of Yàn’s house-made Chardonnay White Wine Sauce.

It is easy to overcook lobsters like this where it becomes rubbery, but fret not, the chefs have aced the deep frying and when you have the lobster served immediately, the flesh inside is still nice, warm and juicy.

#05-02 National Gallery Singapore
1 St. Andrew’s Road
Singapore 178957
Tel: +65 6384 5585
Opening hours: 11.30am – 2.30pm and 6pm – 10.30pm daily
Nearest Station: City Hall

A dining experience at Orchid Live Seafood is akin to teleporting yourselves back into time. While the old-school seafood restaurant is not located in the most convenient locations, its inaccessibility has not deterred its loyal customers from patronising it.

Award-winning Orchid Live Seafood has received many public figures over the years and that list includes Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.

Orchid Live Seafood’s superbly fresh dishes are seriously worth travelling for, and can we say just how much we love the kampong-style experience?! The restaurant is also home to a huge collection of South African craft beers.

From now until 31 December 2016, quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 40% off craft beers with any purchase of items on the menu (valid only on weekdays). Meanwhile, here’s what you can expect from Orchird Live Seafood—also the creator of the famous Lobster Porridge.

THE BEST LOBSTER PORRIDGE IN SINGAPORE

Nobody leaves Orchid Live Seafood without ordering the signature Lobster Porridge (S$10 per 100g). While lobster porridge can be found in many other Chinese restaurants, Orchid Live Seafood is actually the original creator. In fact, the Lobster Porridge has been served to customers since 1999. This iconic main course is indeed the epitome of indulgence.

A 600g, 800g, 1kg, 1.5kg and 2kg portion will feed two, three, four six and eight pax respectively. The freshness of these lobsters is guaranteed as they catch your lobsters right after you place your order. These crustaceans are cut into halves, and the plump and juicy lobster meat attributes to the Teochew porridge’s sweetness and aromatic broth.

BOSTON LOBSTER

The massive Boston Lobster (S$70) took us by surprise and we devoured every single bit of it. The succulent flesh is best eaten with the accompanying sauce—a complex blend of butter, cheese, milk and spices. We were almost licking the plate clean!

You can save S$10 and order this chunky lobster for just S$60 as an add-on to any set menus.

TEOCHEW COLD CRAB

The Teochew-style Cold Crab is a crab dish that is almost forgotten, but one that our parents and Teochew descendants will definitely relish.

The Teochew Cold Crab is prized for its roe, and just look at the generous amount of roe on Orchid Live Seafood’s Teochew Cold Crab (S$52)! These briny crabs taste naturally sweet on its own.

STEAMED MINCED PORK WITH SALTED EGG

Orchid Live Seafood is introducing pork in its menu for the very first time and we are totally digging their rendition of the fragrant Steamed Minced Pork (S$18). The meat patty is served with a bright orangey salted egg yolk and drenched in superior sauce.

It’s one of those ‘comfort food’ options, and the kids will love it!

STEVEN CHICKEN

The Steven Chicken (8 pieces – S$12, 12 pieces – S$18, 16 pieces – S$24) blew our minds; it is no surprise this signature has been keeping regulars back for more for many decades.

Marinated in a sweet sauce (inhouse secret!) and deep-fried to perfection; this bestselling dish ain’t no ordinary chicken wings. We dare say it’s even better than Korean fried chicken! Take a closer look and you will notice that the flesh has been scraped from one wing end to the other for easy consumption.

TOP-SHELL WITH FRIED TOFU

Orchid Live Seafood’s chef-recommended Top-shell With Crispy Tofu (S$12) instantly reminded us of a Thai salad. This semi-spicy dish features tofu with sliced cucumber, onions and sesame seeds; the mixture is then drizzled with a hot sauce.

SPINACH WITH THREE EGGS

This plate of Spinach With Three Types Of Eggs (small – S$12, medium – S$15) is a Chinese classic that nailed all the right spots.

The sweet hearty clear chicken broth and fresh greens are served in a pot set atop a fire so your dish stays warm throughout your meal.

SWEET POTATO BALLS WITH YAM PASTE

These Sweet Potato Balls with Yam Paste (S$20 per set) might look unassuming, but it sure left an everlasting impression. Who would have thought these bite-size balls could be so addictive?!

These warm mini balls are delightfully soft inside—with the first layer being sweet potato mash, and the inner layer yam paste. Each golden-brown orb is dusted with icing sugar.

A HUGE SELECTION OF SOUTH AFRICAN CRAFT BEERS 

Interestingly, Orchid Live Seafood is home to a huge collection of South African craft beers. You can purchase these imported bottles from S$8 for a Eversons Cloudy Apple Cider to S$14 for a Citizen Beer Pacifist Winter Porter.

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 40% off craft beers with any purchase of items on the menu (valid only on weekdays and until 31 Dec 2016).

Orchid Live Seafood has also opened its reservations for Chinese New Year dinners. Set menus are available; premium seafood and honest cooking are befitting of that annual reunion dinner. Prices start from S$268 nett for 4 pax, to S$468 nett for 6 pax and S$488 nett for 8 pax.

Orchid Live Seafood
16 Jalan Kelulut
Singapore 809033
Tel: +65 6484 2495
Nearest Station: Fernvale

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