KFC Singapore is known for its wild imagination and innovative creations. Besides serving Finger Lickin’ Good chicken, it has dedicated itself time and again to conjure up groundbreaking dishes that are downright delicious.

You’ve seen the Chizza and the Zinger Double Down. This time, KFC Singapore is back with yet another crazy culinary hybrid. Sick and tired of shattering messy tacos, they’ve embarked on a quest to bring to you a — wait for it — shell-less rendition of the Mexican dish.

Meet the Kentaco. KFC’s latest creation featuring a fried chicken taco shell that does not disappoint.

A cross between a taco and fried chicken, the Kentaco has swapped out the classic outer layer of corn tortilla for — you guessed it — fried chicken. We know, this could either be the worst mistake in the history of fried chicken experiments,  or a sheer culinary breakthrough.

The Kentaco (S$5.90) features a crispy chicken fillet that’s hand-breaded and fried to form a classic taco ‘U’ shape. Stuffed with fresh iceberg lettuce, diced tomatoes, decadent cheese sauce and shredded cheese, it’s the ultimate combo for cheese junkies.

Now, before the taco purists can scream “abomination”, how about a little taste test?

The breaded chicken was crispy on the outside and really tender on the inside, with the cheese serving as the perfect flavour booster. The lettuce and tomatoes added a refreshing crunch to the fried indulgence.

The best way to devour this is to just take one large bite of the whole monstrosity, getting an explosion of flavours from the chicken, cheese and veggies all at once.

Salivating already? Fret not, the Kentaco is available in-stores now!

For hungrier customers, the Kentaco Meal (S$7.95) is available, which comes with an addition of Medium Fries and 1 Regular Pepsi Black. Or, you can up the stakes with their Kentaco Box (S$9.95), served with 1 Piece Chicken, 1 Regular Whipped Potato, 1 Regular Fries and 1 Regular Pepsi Black.

KFC Kentaco will available at all KFC restaurants except KFC Kidzania and Singapore Zoo.

107 North Bridge Road
Funan Mall, #01-19
Singapore 179105
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest MRT: City Hall
** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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Located along Tanjong Katong Road, Burp Kitchen is a gastro bar that prides itself on serving honest and hearty plates of food. Don’t let the sweeping volumes of rare whisky bottles behind the wooden bar distract you from their excellent grub because when it comes to their food, these folks are not ones to fool around.

Their fusion-forward menu comprises anything from Mexican-style tacos, tender pieces of perfectly marinated buffalo-style chicken wings to some pretty interesting burger creations inspired by the flavours of Southeast Asia. And that’s not all, every item on their menu is nett priced!

And in line with the exclusive launch of their new Prawn Paste Chicken Burger, they will be extending to our loyal readers an offer that’s simply irresistible. Quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making your order to get 1 FREE main (tacos, pasta or burgers) with every S$50 spent from now until 30 November 2018. If you spend S$100 in a single bill, you will get 2 free mains.

Round up your best buddies and head down to Burp Kitchen today because, with good company, excellent food and a few tipples to get you in the mood, you’ll be doing way more than just burping out loud.

CHICKEN WINGS

Up for something that guarantees a fiery kick? Try their Spicy Buffalo Wings (S$12) that is a delicate balance of savoury and spicy all in one.

Deep-fried and tossed in their house-perfected buffalo-style chilli sauce, this dish boasts a heady, spice-laden aroma with subtle smoky elements to it. Upon your first bite, you get an explosion of flavour coupled with a nice crunch, but following that comes an intense heat that will have you leaning towards an ice-cold beverage in mere seconds. 

Another good alternative to consider—should you wish to spare your tongue—is the Burp Kitchen Wings (S$9). Sweet, savoury and mildly citrusy, these tasty bad boys proved to be incredibly easy to knock back. The hard part is trying to stop.

PRAWN PASTE POPCORN CHICKEN

The Prawn Paste Popcorn Chicken (S$9) is a great snack to have to accompany an ice-cold beer. Tender chicken thighs are diced into bite-sized pieces before being marinated in prawn paste and subsequently deep-fried.

These nuggets of joy are extremely crunchy and flavourful and the citrusy mayo that is served alongside it just makes for the perfect pairing.

LET’S ‘TACO BOUT’ TACOS

You’d be hard-pressed finding a single dining establishment in Singapore serving read-deal, tasty tacos that aren’t Mexican by nature, but here at Burp Kitchen, we were thoroughly impressed.

An interesting and pretty uncommon taco offering is the Beef Bulgogi (S$12) that features a generous portion of slivered marinated beef and diced kimchi over top. Sweet, subtly spicy and brimming with umami, this innovative fusion dish is one worth trying.

If you would rather opt for seafood, then their Grilled Shrimp (S$12) tacos make for a decent alternative. The prawns are tender with a delicious crunch and are well marinated in a spice mix with cumin being a predominant factor.

Cooked low and slow, the Pork Carnitas (S$12) is a treat of tender pulled pork and fantastic smoky barbecue flavour. Upon the first bite, the first thing that hits you is the savoury-sweet aroma of American-style barbecue sauce, followed by the beautiful texture of tender pulled pork.

A tad rich, the salsa fresca does well to cut through all the intense pork flavours.

BURGERS GALORE

A burger that hits all the right flavour notes is the Beefy Shrooms (S$16). This colossal beef burger comes with a heaping mound of sautéed mushrooms, along with melted cheese, caramelized onions, arugula and house-made truffle mayo.

The beef patty was cooked beautifully, taking on a nicely charred exterior and a pinkish middle—just the way we like it.

If you’re looking to go easy on the calories, then perhaps the Portobello (S$14) should do the trick. Replacing the regular meat-based patty with a grilled portobello and served together with a fried egg and caramelised onions, you’d be just as content with this as you would any regular burger.

New to Burp Kitchen’s menu is the coveted Prawn Paste Chicken Burger (S$15) that features a gorgeous hunk of a fried chicken thigh, Japanese cucumber and sweet Thai chilli mayo—all nicely compact between a brioche bun.

Introduced as part of a special item in light of the coming national holiday, this Rolls Royce of a burger brings to the table all sorts of flavourful delights.

Marinated with a fragrant shrimp paste, the chicken thigh is lightly dredged in flour before being deep-fried to give it that crunchy yet not overly doughy outer layer. Every bite was a burst of complex flavours from the salty, fragrant shrimp paste to the succulent, savoury qualities of the juicy chicken meat.

PORK MARINARA

It’s pretty difficult to mess up pasta, but what the cooks do here with their Pork Marinara (S$14)—which we absolutely admire—is the fact that their tomato sauce is made totally from scratch.

Using only ripe tomatoes on the vine, they cook it with an assortment of aromatics and ground pork mince and reduce the mixture down into a concentrated, flavourful sauce.

The process takes hours, but it is well worth the effort and it really does show in the final product. Paired with properly cooked linguine pasta and a pork sausage on the side, this hearty pasta dish is great for satisfying any pasta-related cravings.

A WIDE RANGE OF BOTTLED BEERS

What’s a trip to a bar without the pleasure of knocking back a couple of bottles of beer? Here at Burp Kitchen, we like to believe that the build-up to a satisfying burp at the end of your meal requires two things: great food and tonnes of beer.

Boasting a wide array of commercial labels as well as a pretty extensive selection of craft beers, tipplers will be spoilt for choice. The way we see it, if you can’t decide on a drink, you may as well drink them all.

And just in case you forgot, let us remind you that in line with the exclusive launch of Burp Kitchen’s new Prawn Paste Chicken Burger, they will be extending to our loyal readers a rock-solid promotion: quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making your order to get 1 FREE main (tacos, pasta or burgers) with every S$50 spent from now until 30 November 2018. If you spend S$100 in a single bill, you will get 2 free mains. It’s that simple!

Burp Kitchen (Tanjong Katong)
259 Tanjong Katong Road
Singapore 437047
Tel: +65 8428 1134
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Fri: 4pm – 12am
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Dakota

Burp Kitchen (Bedok Reservoir)
740 Bedok Reservoir Road, #01-3165
Singapore 470740
Tel: +65 8428 4722
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Fri: 4pm – 12am
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Bedok

This post was brought to you by Burp Kitchen & Bar.

As foodies, our mantra has always been “Why settle for less, when you could settle for more?” And this is particularly so when it comes to our pick of dining restaurants and with regard to what we choose to fill our tummies with.

For those of you who have an insatiable hunger and passion for Mexican cuisine, your appetite shall not be in vain because we have curated a list of places where you can satisfy your cravings for tacos, enchiladas or even a good burrito.

Here are 20 Places With Authentic Mexican Food That We Need To Taco Bout. If you aren’t hungry yet, you will be at the end of this post.

Photo Credit: Baja Fresh Mexican Restaurant

BAJA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL

Even for serious food critics, it never hurts to enjoy some fresh and delicious Mexican food in a fun and casual setting. This is precisely what Baja Fresh Mexican Grill offers at both their Rendezvous Hotel and The Sail outlets. Some delights that you can look forward to include nachos, tacos and quesadillas with a side of frozen margaritas.

This Mexican restaurant also highly recommends that you finish off your meal with some crunchy cinnamon churros. Now, how could we ever say no to a sweet finish to our meal?

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Baja Fresh Mexican Grill
9 Bras Basah Road, #01-03,
Singapore 189558
Tel: +65 6337 7300
Mon & Tue: 8.30am – 10pm
Wed to Sun: 24 hours
Nearest Station: Bras Basah

Photo Credit: Mexout

BARRIO BY MEX OUT

A dining concept by Mex Out, Barrio By Mex Out is where you can turn to for a feast of Mexico’s famous street snacks such as char-grilled street corn, stuffed jalapenos and a wide selection of tacos.

Their menu draws inspiration from fresh and tasty ingredients, and particularly so from the healthy varieties of Mexican food from Baja California to the Suchiate River.

Barrio By Mex Out
313 Orchard Road
#01-14/15 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6634 2102
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10.30pm
Fri: 11am – 11.39pm
Sat: 9am – 11.30pm
Sun: 9am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

CAFÉ IGUANA

Established by American Devin Otto Kimble and Chilean Daniel Fores in 2000, Café Iguana was founded with the purpose of bringing good and authentic Mexican food and great margaritas at affordable prices to Singapore. For the uninitiated, Café Iguana is also owned and operated by the same people behind Brewerkz!

They currently have a new lunch menu available on weekends from 12pm to 3pm, wherein you can choose to have the Tortilla de Huevos (S$18), Chilaquiles Con Pollo (S$20) and the Breakfast Burrito (S$20). Hola, amigos!

Café Iguana
30 Merchant Road, #01-03 Riverside Point,
Singapore 058282
Tel: +65 6236 1275
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 12am
Fri: 4pm – 1am
Sat: 12pm – 1am
Sun: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photo Credit: Cha Cha Cha

CHA CHA CHA

Who says that the West isn’t home to some great Mexican food? Head on right down to Cha Cha Cha, one of Singapore’s oldest Mexican restaurants located within the vibrant, bustling food scene in Holland Village. This is a fuss-free and casual family-friendly restaurant that has thrilled many with their food over the past 20 years.

Some delights that you can enjoy at Cha Cha Cha include the Flauta (S$14), Meat Tacos (S$14) and Fajitas (S$21 for chicken, beef or vegetable; S$26 for prawns). Don’t forget to also pair your meal with a refreshing Frozen Lime Margarita (S$9.50)!

Cha Cha Cha
32 Lorong Mambong, Holland Village,
Singapore 277690
Tel: +65 6462 1650
Mon to Thu, Sun: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 12am
Nearest Station: Holland Village

Photo Credit: El Mero Mero

EL MERO MERO

Translated as ‘the best’ in Mexican lingo, El Mero Mero is on a mission to prove that modern Mexican cuisine is beyond just burritos and tacos. Their menu features a wide spread of flavours from all regions in Mexico and in fact, many of the ingredients used in their dishes are directly sourced from Mexico!

All salsas and sauces are also made in-house and you would be glad to know that each alcoholic beverage on their drinks menu was handpicked and thoughtfully included.

El Mero Mero
30 Victoria Street, #01-20
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6337 1377
Sun to Wed: 12pm – 3pm, 5pm – 11pm
Thu to Sat: 12pm – 3pm , 5pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Bras Basah

EL PATIO MEXICAN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR

Established in 1985, El Patio has been serving up delectable Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine for the last 30 years. But what truly makes this restaurant such a joy to dine in is its stylish interior and festive atmosphere of the establishment.

Coupled with a relaxed dining experience and warm, gracious service, you’d feel right at home in no time.

El Patio Mexican Restaurant & Wine Bar
34 Lorong Mambong
Singapore 277691
Tel: +65 6468 1520
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 5pm – 11pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

Photo Credit: SG Asia City

GUZMAN Y GOMEZ

Since 2006, Guzman Y Gomez has worked hard to introduce Mexican food and Latin culture to the world. Their menu is built on traditional Mexican flavours and diners would be pleased to know that all dishes are only made from high-quality ingredients.

This would be a good place to celebrate Mexican cuisine, Mexican music and all things Latin!

Guzman Y Gomez
30 Raffles Place
#B1-07 Chevron House
Singapore 048622
Tel: +65 6532 1248
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

Photo Credit: Odoco Agency

LA SALSA

For a sexy and exotic Mexican cuisine experience, La Salsa at Dempsey Hill would be your answer. Right from the get-go, the interior of La Salsa will strike you as a sophisticated and classy dining establishment.

And what you would enjoy at La Salsa is their home-style food which remains true to the traditional flavours of Mexican cuisine. They also do not use MSG in their cooking. Complete with a margarita or sangria in hand, your cravings for Mexican cuisine will be thoroughly satisfied.

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La Salsa
11 Dempsey Road, #01-17
Singapore 249673
Tel: +65 6475 6976
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 12am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Commonwealth

Photo Credit: Hidden Door Concepts

LOWER EAST SIDE TAQUERIA

Spicing up things in the East is Lower East Side Taqueria, the first Mexican-inspired concept to hit East Coast Road. Lower East Side Taqueria serves up spicy Mexican fusion food and craft beers and your experience is also enhanced by the airy and rustic design of this dining establishment.

Lower East Side Taqueria is currently offering a S$10 supper set after 10pm throughout the week. S$10 for your choice of signature taco and chilli fries? What a steal!

Lower East Side Taqueria
19 East Coast Road
Singapore 428746
Tel: +65 6348 1302
Mon to Fri: 4pm – 2am
Sat: 11am – 2am
Sun: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

Photo Credit: Lucha Loco

LUCHA LOCO

Lucha Loco is Singapore’s first Mexican taqueria where you can get your fill of gourmet Mexican street food in a casual restaurant setting and garden bar. Their menu was carefully crafted by Chef Jason Jones and it features the likes of Ensalada Mixta with Pescado, the Lucha Loco Taco de Pescado and Assorted Tostaditas.

Do note that Lucha Loco is strictly walk-in only but they accept group bookings for 6 pax or more.

Lucha Loco
15 Duxton Hill
Singapore 089598
Tel: +65 6226 3938
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 4pm, 5pm – 11.45pm
Sat: 6pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Outram Park / Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: Muchachos

MUCHACHOS

Located in a hipster shophouse along Keong Saik Road, Muchachos was founded by two young male entrepreneurs in 2013 and this is where you can drop by for a quick burrito fix in Singapore. Their mission is to provide good Mexican food for American expatriates who are looking for a good Tex-Mex burrito.

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Muchachos
22 Keong Saik Road
Singapore 089129
Tel: +65 6220 0458
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 10pm
Fri& Sat: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

Photo Credit: Eatigo

MUCHOS

Offering you a taste of exotic Mexican flavours in the Dhoby Ghaut area, Muchos stands out because of its vibrant coloured walls and fun Mexican ornaments.

Some delicious menu offerings you can get include the Fajitas Trio (S$29.90), Grilled Seasoned Prawns (S$19.90) and Tostadas (S$11.90 for shredded chicken, S$12.90 for grilled seafood and S$9.90 for pan-fried vegetables).

Muchos
68 Orchard Road
#01-34C Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839 
Tel: +65 6338 6001
Sun to Thu: 11am – 11pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 1am
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

PAPI’S TACOS

Nested along the rows of bars at Seah Street is Papi’s Tacos. Opened by the crew behind the famous Employees Only, this back-alley taqueria blends fun with food to serve up only the best and most authentic Mexican delights.

From excellently done burritos to tacos, mezcal to a range of tequila-forward cocktails, this humble joint is not only great for a quick taco fix, it is also perfect for winding down after a long workday.

Papi’s Tacos
39 Seah Street
Singapore 188395
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Sat: 5pm – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

Photo Credit: Patro’s Bar

PATRO’S SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT

Mexican food with a view of the sea? Yes, why not? At Patro’s Sports bar & Restaurant, you can feast on a plethora of Mexican-North Indian fusion food offerings in a welcoming interior.

The menu offers tasty delights such as Guacamole with Chips, Patro’s Special Nachos Grande Vege and Chile Jalapeno Rellenos.

Patro’s Sports Bar & Restaurant
920 East Coast Parkway
#01-18/19 Parkland Green
Singapore 449875
Tel: +65 6440 9372
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 1am
Sun: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Eunos

Photo Credit: Piedra Negra

PIEDRA NEGRA

If you are looking for an unpretentious and affordable Mexican dining experience, Piedra Negra would be a good choice. A colourful joint opened by the owners of the Blu Jaz Cafe, they have an extensive menu selection of Mexican cuisine all prepared lovingly by their Mexican Chef, Leo Munoz.

Piedra Negra
241 Beach Road,
Singapore 189753
Tel: +65 6291 1297
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Bugis

SEÑOR TACO

For a delectable spread of authentic Mexican grub, head to Señor Taco at Clarke Quay for your next meal. Seeking to only bring their diners the best flavours of Mexico, one item that you must try is their signature Tacos al Pastor, a dish which features fresh pork marinated in a special recipe of herbs and spices.

Señor Taco
3A River Valley Road, #01-07A
Singapore 179020
Tel: +65 6337 6376
Sun to Tue, Thu: 5.30pm – 2am
Wed, Fri to Sat: 5.30pm – 3am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

SUPER LOCO

A 200-seat Mexican diner located along the iconic Robertson Quay, Super Loco is a dining concept brought to you by the team behind Lucha Loco. It is also a good spot to dine at for innovative modern Mexican food and drinks in a fun, yet casual environment.

Their menu was also specially created by Executive Chef Mario Malvaez who comes from Mexico City, in collaboration with celebrity chef Jason Jones. Some popular additions to the menu that you can try include the Arrachera con Chile Ancho (S$32) and Super Churros (S$14).

Super Loco
60 Robertson Quay
The Quayside
Singapore 238252
Tel: +65 6235 8900
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 12am
Fri: 5pm – 1am
Sat: 10am – 3.30pm, 5pm – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 3.39pm, 5pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

TWO CHEFS BAR

A place where discerning diners and lovers of good vibes gather, Two Chefs Bar is the ideal place to be should you find yourself in the mood for after-work drinks, casual gatherings and tasty food. Serving up a mixture of both Mexican and Italian grub, many might find the contrast odd but contrary to preliminary expectations, this isn’t one of those hipster joints where they try to mix and combine flavours together in hopes of producing unique.

Instead, what diners can hope to expect from the restaurant’s menu is a myriad of Mexican and Italian dishes—more than 100 food items in fact—encompassing a wide spectrum of flavours and characteristics but remaining delicious nonetheless. Whether you’re pining for spicy, searing-hot fajitas served on a hot plate, a rustic Angus beef burger or something a little less assertive like pasta or pizza, you’re bound to find something you’ll love here at Two Chefs Bar.

Two Chefs Bar
31 Ocean Way, #01-11 Quayside Isle Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6268 8633
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri & Eve of PH: 12pm – 12am
Sat & PH: 11am – 12am
Sun: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

VATOS URBAN TACOS

For quality and tasty tacos in Singapore, Vatos Urban Tacos will be your best bet. Originating from Seoul, they offer Korean-Mexican fusion bar grub in a laid back and casual setting that will be perfect for a night out with the lads.

Some tacos on their menu that are worth trying include the signature “URBAN” tacos, the Galbi Short Rib Tacos (S$13 for 2, S$18 for 3) and Baja Fish (S$12 for 2, S$17 for 3).

Vatos Urban Tacos
36 Beach Road
#01-03 South Beach Quarter
Singapore 189766
Tel: +65 6385 6010
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

Photo Credit: Viva Mexico

VIVA MEXICO

Viva Mexico offers diners a true-blue Mexican dining experience that they claim is unparalleled in Singapore. Traditional specialities such as the Nagoda Chilli and Stuffed Beef Fillet with Cuitlacoche are on their menu and they highly recommend that you try their Agave Tequilas as well.

Viva Mexico
23 Cuppage Road
Cuppage Terrace,
Singapore 229453
Tel: +65 6235 0440
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Encompassing 4 historical buildings and 2 new tower blocks within its premises, the stunning South Beach Singapore is a breathtaking architecture that is set to impress. However, most people are unaware that within the buildings is South Beach Avenue, a massive area that includes 16 dining and lifestyle concepts.

South Beach Avenue is easily accessible as it sits right on top of Esplanade MRT, right in Central Singapore. A multitude of trendy bars, photogenic cafes and gorgeous restaurants awaits to be discovered and there are endless reasons why South Beach Avenue deserves a visit.

With South Beach Avenue, your search for a weekend hideout with great ambience, food and drinks can finally come to an end. Be it a weekend with the family, a romantic partner or friends, trust us when we say that South Beach Avenue is definitely the hottest dining destination right now.

Here are 12 Restaurants at South Beach Avenue you wish you knew earlier.

ALCHEMIST BEER LAB

Alchemist Beer Lab is an elegant bar that caught our attention because of their massive range of craft beer and fruit-infused beer that are made in-house. Think crazy concoctions such as the Obama (S$12/Happy Hour, S$15/regular)—stout infused with toasted marshmallows, vanilla pods and mint leaves.

Of all the fantastic and innovative Premium Infusion Taps, our favourites were the Passionista (Tap 10) and the 50 Shades of Pink (Tap 14). Both infusions were fruity and refreshing and would be a great fit for those who prefer light drinks.

Dig into bar bites after sampling the unique beers. The chef highly recommends the Ale Battered Sea Bass (S$15.90/set lunch) that features soft and flaky sea bass.

26 Beach Road, #B1-16 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6386 4365
Sun to Thu: 4pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 4pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

ATMASTEL

Led by Andrea Tarini, an Italian chef with a 3-Michelin-star background, Atmastel is a modern Italian casual restaurant with a purist vision of Italian food in Singapore. Walk into Atmastel and be greeted by a swanky open-concept kitchen, a pizza bakery, Crudo, drinks bar and a well-stocked retail section with more than 70 varieties of artisanal cold cuts, cheeses, wines and condiments.

Chef Tarini and his team have exquisitely crafted a menu that features only the very best of artisanal ingredients. Fresh San Marzano tomatoes, San Daniele ham and mozzarella are just some of the ingredients that are air-flown weekly from Italy.

Start off your meal with the Cold Cut Platter (S$45) which is recommended for sharing. Comprising of assorted artisanal cheese, manually sliced artisanal cured meats such as San Daniele DOP Proscuitto and the Shoulder Iberico ham, candied fruit, olives, pickles and toasted homemade bread, this spread was beyond impressive.

The Zuppa di Pesce (S$68), market-fresh fish and seafood stewed in a Mediterranean sauce with toasted garlic bread, will make for a hearty main. Finish off your splendid meal with a deconstructed Tiramisu (S$14.90) or the Portuguese Egg Tart (S$4.20) topped off with cinnamon powder. One tip is to order in advance for the Portuguese Egg tart as they are a hot favourite and are usually sold out very quickly!

26 Beach Road, #B1-22 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6581 0085
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

BLACK COW

A contemporary Japanese restaurant, Black Cow has made a name for its Japanese Wagyu beef—Matsusaka & Kagoshima.

If you are looking for a reputable Japanese restaurant to dine at when in South Beach Avenue, Black Cow has a menu of Shabu Shabu & Sukiyaki.

26 Beach Road, #B1-20 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6386 6720
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

CAFFÈ VERGNANO 1882

Experience true Italian espresso at Caffè Vergnano 1882, Italy’s oldest family-owned coffee roaster dedicated to serving a good cup of coffee and hot chocolate. Coffee is brewed using Arabica beans sourced from Central America, which will give subtle hints of citrus fruit and floral notes in your brew.

This cafe bar also boasts a beautiful interior, made perfect by the rays of sunlight streaming in seamlessly through its bay windows. If you are a coffee and chocolate enthusiast, a weekend spent at the gorgeous Caffè Vergnano 1882 will be like a vacation in a chocolate and coffee wonderland.

Besides that, you must try one of Caffè Vergnano 1882′s signature drinks. The Bicerin (S$6) is a crowd favourite as it consists of 75% rich chocolate with a shot of espresso. If you prefer something cold, the 1882 Affogato is a sweeter alternative, consisting of vanilla ice cream topped with espresso for that caffeine kick.

26 Beach Road, #B1-17 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6385 5579
Mon to Fri: 7am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

FASTA

Fasta takes pride in serving up delicious pasta quickly, hence the punny name ‘Fasta’. They have a decent range of pasta choices on the menu at inexpensive prices. We like that you can even pick your choice of pasta or grains and some add-ons for a little something extra.

We dug into the Scallop Wallop (S$16), a linguine pasta with pan-seared scallops, crab meat, diced tomato and bacon bits with a rich yuzu-infused broth.  The overall flavour was delicious and the pasta was pleasantly al dente. The Siow Ba Mee (S$13) is also one of their bestselling pasta, topped with the local-favourite pork belly.

One of the highlights of Fasta is customising your own pasta, so be sure to check that out too.

26 Beach Road, #B1-23 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 9111 1245
Mon to Sat: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

FYNN’S

Fynn’s is the talk of the town now and is a popular and charming brunch spot with a botanical inspired interior that is so highly-Instagrammable. This modern Australian restaurant believes in serving up dishes with simplicity so as to draw out the true essence and flavour of the ingredients.

We went with our gut and got the Corn Fritters (S$22) with poached eggs, bacon, sautéed spinach, grilled tomato and jalepeño jama and we never looked back. The corn fritters paired with the other components is a match made in heaven.

For a lighter meal, opt for the Chia Seed Pudding, Pineapple, Granola, Gula Melaka (S$14). Be sure to pair your food with a Common Man Roasters Iced Latte (S$5.50) too.

26 Beach Road, #B1-21 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6384 1878
Tue to Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

HARRY’S

Harry’s is a familiar face in Singapore’s drinking scene and many love the popular Harry’s Premium Lager, their very own brew. Though its South Beach Avenue outlet oozes elegance and style, it also has a laid-back vibe and there could be no better place to kick back and relax during the weekend.

Try the popular cocktail Harry’s 1992 (S$16), a bright vodka-based concoction.

Bar bites to try include the Soy-Glazed Beef Cubes (S$18.90)  and the Chicken Masala (S$23). Something to share is The Harry’s Seven (S$36.90).

26 Beach Road, #01-18 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6386 6306
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

LADY M® CONFECTIONS

We have yet to find someone who has not heard of Lady M® Confections since the brand opened its first outlet in Singapore a few years back. Their Mille Crêpe cakes are a favourite among Singaporeans.

Adding to their collection of cake boutiques in Singapore is the new Lady M® Confections outlet at South Beach Avenue, which will be opening very soon! Look forward to the Lady M® Earl Grey Mille Crêpes (S$9.50++/slice), a South Beach exclusive seasonal flavour which will be in stores for a limited period only.

The handmade crepe cake is layered with pastry cream that is infused with earl grey tea and garnished with earl grey tea leaves and blue corn leaves.

Of course, you can also expect to see other popular flavours on the menu such as their signature Lady M® Mille Crêpes (S$9.50++/slice), Red Velvet (S$9.50++/slice) and White Chocolate Mini Choux (S$2.50++/piece).

Lady M® Confections
26 Beach Road, #01-17 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Nearest Station: Esplanade

QUAICH BAR

Established in 2006, Quaich Bar is the first whisky bar in Singapore which houses more than 500 whiskies, of which 95% are sourced from boutique distilleries in Scotland. It is quintessentially a heaven on earth for all whisky lovers. Many of the whiskys are also exclusive to them only and cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Instead of lazing the weekend away, you should gather your fellow whisky enthusiasts to further hone your appreciation and understanding of whisky at the Quaich Bar. Tutored tastings are available for a group of between 4 to 6 pax for the Flavours of Singapore Malt tasting set. Prices range from S$45 for 4 tasting portions.

We had a taste of a few exquisite single malts such as the Hazelburn Aged 12 Years, Bunnahabhain Aged 12 Years, Deanston Virgin Oak and Ledaig Aged 10 Years, each with its own unique flavour. There is also a cosy private room at Quaich Bar where you can book in advance.

Prices for whisky by the glass range from S$17 to S$416 and S$200 to S$32,000 for a bottle.

30 Beach Road, #01-16 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189763
Tel: +65 6386 5366
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

REAL FOOD

Real Food specialises in meatless food that is good for your body. All dishes served at Real Food are free from processed ingredients, artificial preservatives and trans-fat. Nonetheless, they are still just as delicious.

We tried the Soy Curry Soup Noodles (S$12.80) and it reminded us of home. Comforting, warm and extremely tasty, despite being made with oat milk and extra virgin organic coconut oil.

An interesting concoction is the Baked Stuffed Portobello Mushroom with Soy Cheese (S$11.80). The mushroom is stuffed with minced vegetables, covered with cheddar cheese. It is almost like a recreation of a vegetable dumpling with a juicy mushroom encasing it.

26 Beach Road, #B1-19 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6384 2206
Mon to Sat: 10am – 9pm
Sun: 9.30am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

THE ARMOURY CRAFT BEER BAR

Situated in a rustic colonial building in the South Beach Quarter, The Armoury Craft Beer Bar is a contemporary gastro-bar and cafe by day and Craft beer and Wine bar by night. Experience traditional and sophisticated European and Asian flavours in this comfortable and cosy dining establishment, which is an ideal weekend getaway for groups and families.

The Curry Chicken Prata Taco and Pork Belly Bao (S$6 each) are great munchies to start your meal off with. And we thoroughly enjoyed the Salted Egg Chicken Burger (S$19) because of the rich and creamy sauce.

From 7pm on weekends, dig into the all-you-can-eat steak buffet for just S$29.90. It is a huge steal considering that you can pick from 4 different cuts: Ribeye, Hangar Steak, Striploin and Wagyu Patty. Choose your desired sauce and sides, and eat to your heart’s content!

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36 Beach Road, #01-01 South Beach Quarter,
Singapore 189766
Tel: +65 6385 3173
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri: 11.30am – 1am

Sat: 11.30am – 12am
Sun: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

VATOS URBAN TACOS

When you think of good tacos in Singapore, Vatos Urban Tacos will come to mind. For a weekend with the lads, Vatos Urban Tacos, which originates from Seoul, is a must-visit if you fancy some Korean-Mexican fusion bar grub to go along with your drinks.

The signature “URBAN” tacos served on homemade tortillas is a must-try. The Galbi Short Rib Tacos (S$13 for 2, S$18for 3) and Baja Fish (S$12 for 2, S$17 for 3) were executed flawlessly with a touch of cilantro which highlighted the freshness of the ingredients. Otherwise, the Mango Prawn Quesadilla (S$22), Kimchi Carnitas Fries (S$18) and Honey Tequila Chicken Wings (S$18) are other interesting delights worth every calorie.

36 Beach Road, #01-03 South Beach Quarter,
Singapore 189766
Tel: +65 6385 6010
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12am – 11am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

S$5 PARKING REBATE AT SOUTH BEACH AVENUE

When you spend a minimum of S$50 nett at participating restaurants and services at South Beach Avenue, you can receive a S$5 parking rebate (valid all-day, including weekends and Public Holidays). For more information on the restaurants and parking rebate promotion at South Beach Avenue, please go to SouthBeachAvenue.com.

This post is brought to you by South Beach Consortium Singapore.

PARK at Holland Village is definitely one of the nicest cafes in the enclave. This unique environmentally friendly cafe-cum-bar has been interestingly constructed with reassembled containers and solar panels – a tranquil cafe by day, and a bustling waterhole at night.

PARK at Holland Village’s comprehensive food and beverage menu has propelled the bistro as an ideal hangout destination throughout the day. The inviting dining establishment has recently launched several new mouthwatering dishes and we are here to share with you our favourite highlights.

Also, just for our readers, there is a one-for-one main course promotion that is available throughout the day! Simply quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making your payment, and you are entitled to enjoy one-for-one promotion on selected main courses on weekdays.

This 1-for-1 promotion is valid only on weekdays, from now till 14 Jul 2016.

Tuesdays: 1 for 1 Park Burger
Wednesdays: 1 for 1 Salted Egg Yolk Pork Ribs
Thursdays: 1 for 1 Salmon Papillote

#1 PARK BLUE CHEESE BURGER

PARK’s Blue Cheese Burger (S$21.50++) is unsurprisingly one of the restaurant’s bestsellers and what a burger lover must definitely order.

Juicy medium-doneness beef patty with avocado slices, blue cheese sauce, crispy bacon, fried egg and sautéed mushrooms are sandwiched between two fluffy sesame buns – it is so much flavours in one bite. The awesome burger is served with a mixed salad and fries or mashed.

#2 CHILLI CRAB SLIDERS

Too full to devour an entire burger? Go for the all-new Chilli Crab Sliders (S$14.50++) instead. It is heartwarming to see how our beloved national dish has been successfully incorporated into these tasty handheld sliders!

These seared crab cakes with sweet chilli sauce are stuffed in steam buns and finished off with cherry tomato halves.

#3 TRUFFLE FRIES

Of course, you have to complement your mains with PARK’s divine Truffle Fries (S$11++). Served in a tin bucket, these piping hot aromatic fries have been cooked with white truffle oil and loaded with generous amounts of parmesan cheese.

One of the better renditions in town, and with standards like this one here, truffle fries will stay classic and irresistible.

#4 SPAM CHIPS

No expense has been spared during the deep-frying process to achieve an extremely crisp texture for these thinly sliced Spam Chips (S$8.50++).

#5 SALTED EGG RIBS

PARK at Holland Village is jumping on the bandwagon with the obsession of salted egg – but we are totally digging their rendition of Salted Egg Ribs (S$29.50++)!

Think zi chart-style succulent pork ribs marinated in handcrafted addictive salted egg yolk sauce, but in generous portions of huge ribs and a cosy environment with beer. You bet we were sold!

#6 SALMON PAPILOTTE

This Salmon Papillote (S$17.80++) looked unassuming, but it turned out to be one of the best dishes we had! Wrapped in parchment paper with a complex butter-based sauce and pepper barigoulle, the beautiful fish is baked to perfection and lightly flavoured with the veggies and sauce. Honestly, this was so good that we would totally return to PARK just for it!

#7 TRUFFLED MAC & CHEESE

All hail PARK’s Truffled Mac & Cheese (S$13.50++)! This ultimate crowdpleaser – baked with sliced turkey ham and cream truffle – is listed in our list of Best Mac & Cheese in Singapore, and it has been a constant favourite among PARK’s regulars!

Prepared with four different cheeses, the outermost layer is wonderfully crisp and the insides remain consistently gooey with an addictive saltiness that is derived from the cheeses.

#8 TOFU PANCAKE WITH MIXED BERRIES

It seems like pancakes will never go out of style and PARK has revamped the classic homely dish into an Instagram-worthy brunch must-order.

The Tofu Pancake* (S$12.80++) is basically a soy-based fluffy pancake topped with mixed berry compote, mandarin oranges and sour cream – all prettily plated and ready to smile for your cameras. And once the photoshoot is done, tuck in to subtle sweetness that is well complemented with the tartness from the fruits.

#9 PULLED PORK TACOS

The Pulled Pork Tacos (S$14.50++) features four corn tortillas filled with barbecue sauce, toothsome slow-cooked pork shoulder, shredded parmesan and mixed vegetables. Not for the faint-hearted, because the pulled pork shoulder is so flavourful with a hint of smokiness from the sauce; but that’s precisely why we enjoyed ours.

#10 BAILEYS TIRAMISU

Last but not least, PARK’s traditional Baileys Tiramisu (S$8.90++) is a homemade goodness with a twist to the usual coffee-flavoured Italian dessert. Alternating layers of mascarpone cheese whipped cream and delicate sponge layers, jazzed up with prized Baileys. How to not love this creamy goodness? No, the Baileys did not overpower, neither is the dessert cloyingly sweet.

*Note that these brunch items are only available until 5pm.

From now till 14 Jul 2016, enjoy one-for-one main courses when you quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making payment!

Tuesdays: 1 for 1 Park Burger
Wednesdays: 1 for 1 Salted Egg Yolk Pork Ribs
Thursdays: 1 for 1 Salmon Papillote

PARK at Holland Village
281 Holland Ave #01-01
Singapore 278621
Reservations: info@parkgroup.com.sg / +65 9721 3815
Closed on Mondays
Tue to Thu: 11am – 12am
Fri to Sun: 11am – 2am
Nearest Station: Holland Village

This post was brought to you by PARK at Holland Village.

You are probably wondering, Korean tacos? Is this going to be another sorcery?

Well, if you have been to Seoul, then Vatos Urban Tacos would be no stranger to you as it is one of the hottest and most popular restaurant chains there. And yay, they are now in Singapore too!

This outlet in Singapore is their first overseas outpost. Now, it is not just the Koreans that get to enjoy the tacos!

Opened by three Korean-Americans who are ever passionate about food, they decided to fuse Korean and Mexican flavours to produce a unique Ko-Mex style restaurant, hence the birth of Vatos Urban Tacos. Since their opening in 2011, the response has been overwhelming, and over the years, they have garnered thousands and thousands of fans.

Way back when the three founders grew up in Texas and Los Angeles, they were heavily inspired by street-style tacos, which are all too readily available in the U.S.. And the birth of this unique concept was to be unlike any other. Marinated BBQ meats with Korean spices and chilli are so popular, and they decided to wrap these meats on a nice warm taco – simply brilliant and very convenient.

Crowd favourite dishes include Kimchi Carnitas Fries (which was voted the “best dish in Korea” by 10 Magazine), Galbi Short Rib Tacos (marinated short rib, ssamjang aioli, Asian slaw, cilantro, chopped onions, and roasted sesame seeds on a handmade tortilla) and Mango Prawn Quesadillas (chipotle marinated prawn flash fried and topped with cilantro lime crema and fresh mango salsa).

You can now head down to Vatos Urban Tacos at South Beach Quarter for your Ko-Mex fix. Vatos Urban Tacos will be opening more outlets across Singapore, and we are keeping our eyes peeled.

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Vatos Urban Tacos
36 Beach Road
South Beach Quarter
Singapore 189767
Tel: +65 63856010 or +65 63856970
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri to Sat: 11.30am – 12am
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Esplanade

*Photo Credit: Vatos Korea