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17 Best Lobster Dishes in Singapore That Are Worth The Splurge

Julee Ooi — Wed, 09 May 2018 01:00:01 +0000

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

TungLok CNY Takeaway Goodies 2018 – Reunion Dinners With Restaurant Standards

ladyironchef — Fri, 26 Jan 2018 09:00:48 +0000

Chinese New Year is one festival that all of us Chinese people look forward to the most every year. It is an occasion of feasting, non-stop celebration and sheer exuberance; Lunar New Year is a time for a reunion with family and loved ones.

This joyous occasion is ultimately a celebration of family, hence gatherings with family and relatives around the dining table are a common sight. While it is commonplace for families to slug it out days before through the preparation and actual cooking, it definitely draws out the joy out of the festivities. This year, save yourself the trouble and effort of preparing everything from scratch by indulging in TungLok’s takeaway offerings.

What you can expect from the colossal brand this year is nothing short of grandeur for your family to luxuriate in—minus the hassle of cooking and washing up, of course. Their competitive prices make them a distinguished option for all home parties but rest assure that the quality of their food goes above and beyond their price point.

PROSPERITY YU SHENG

Simply put, Chinese New Year just would not be the same without the iconic yu sheng for lo hei. This dish that traditionally consists of shredded vegetables, various sweet and savoury condiments and fresh raw salmon is an auspicious staple that can be seen at almost every reunion meal.

TungLok’s magnificent and picturesque yu sheng comprises fresh vegetables, mushroom, yam, sweet potato shreds and a drizzle of TungLok’s healthier yu sheng sauce and it stays true to tradition by using fresh salmon instead of anything fancy.

TungLok scored yet another first as Health Promotion Board (HPB) has endorsed TungLok’s Yu Sheng Sauce for its lower sugar content, making this popular festive dish a perfect choice for a healthier celebration.

The Prosperity Yu Sheng is priced at S$48++ for 6 persons and S$78++ for 10 persons. *For takeaways, only Smoked Norwegian Salmon is available.

TUNG LOK PEN CAI

Pronounced as ‘poon choi’ in Cantonese, this one-dish item has come a long way from being served in wooden washbasins during the Song Dynasty to sturdy clay pots in modern times. Now, it is commonly enjoyed at reunion dinners.

TungLok Treasure Bowl (Pen Cai) is a wonderful pot full of premium delicacies ranging from abalone, dried oyster, scallops, prawns, slices of smoked duck and a variety of stewed vegetable and beancurd delights—all beautifully coated with a rich and thick gravy. Be prepared to dig deep to get every morsel of delicious goodness in this luxurious treasure bowl.

TungLok’s Treasure Bowl comes in 2 different variations, but every one boasts only the finest ingredients and homemade abalone sauce. The Heavenly Treasure Bowl that contains 16 ingredients is the most luxurious treat, and comes in two different sizes—S$388++ for 6 persons and S$588++ for 10 persons. The Royal Treasure Bowl contains 13 ingredients and is priced at S$288++ for 6 persons and S$388++ for 10 persons.

FRIED GLUTINOUS RICE WITH ASSORTED PRESERVED MEAT

Forming the bulk of your reunion dinner is the Fried Glutinous Rice With Assorted Preserved Meat that features fragrant rice fried with bits of roasted pork and mushrooms. The mixture is wrapped in a leaf for that extra boost of aroma.

As simple as it looks, we love this wholesome dish for its addictive chewy glutinous rice that is packed with flavourful waxed meat with every bite. The distinct umami taste and texture easily won us over.

SUPERIOR HERBAL CHICKEN

Who doesn’t love chicken? Especially one that is slow cooked for an extended period of time until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender. Nothing spells comfort quite as accurately as TungLok’s Superior Herbal Chicken. Tender, succulent and redolent with deep herbal flavours and aromas, this is easily a crowd favourite.

Good news for the health conscious: this is dish is chock-full of nutritious qualities that are great for the young and old alike!

VEGETARIAN OPTIONS

As part of TungLok’s initiative to ensure every family has a memorable family reunion—regardless of dietary preferences—they have an array of vegetarian dishes that boasts vibrant colours and fresh flavours.

Gone are the days of unexciting, run-of-the-mill vegetarian dishes on Chinese New Year. What you can look forward to this year include favourites such as Longevity Treasure Bowl (Pen Cai), Thai-Style Deep-Fried Vegetarian Fish and more!

If you think that one type of Yu Sheng is enough, TungLok Group impresses with a second—a more vibrant Prosperity Vegetarian Yu Sheng that does not compromise on flavour.

This colourful vegetarian salad features a mixture of luscious ingredients from plump cherry tomatoes and pomegranate seeds that give each bite a nice pop of sweetness; toss to your heart’s content!

Featuring soy-based products in place of the various seafood and meat ingredients in their Longevity Treasure Bowl, reunion dinners will still be a grand and tasty affair for all our vegetarian friends.

Replacing the usual meats in a pen cai are 18 ingredients such as yellow fungus, fresh mushroom, an assortment of beancurd rolls and cuttlefish balls as well as vegetarian abalone.

The Longevity Treasure Bowl is exclusively available at LingZhi Vegetarian Restaurant at S$198++ for 6 persons and S$268++ for 10 persons.

Wrapped in a lotus leaf, their Fragrant Rice is a yummy treat to have as an alternative to its meat-filled counterpart.

Serving is pretty straightforward. Simply untie the piece of string that holds the parcel in place to reveal a treasure trove of aromatic and delicious brown rice, bits of corn, carrots, and mock meat—all beautifully accented by the fragrant leaf that the dish is cooked in.

Vegetarians will fawn over the Thai-Style Deep-Fried Vegetarian Fish like how we did. Not only did the dish look like genuine fish meat, we were impressed with the ‘fish’ texture right down to the overall taste.

Tender beancurd as the fish flesh and fried beancurd as its skin, the dish is covered in a layer of zesty saccharine Thai sauce. The fish roll is crispy on the outside yet soft and flaky on the inside.

CNY FESTIVE GIFTS AND GOODIES

And our friends are all going to receive TungLok Pork Bak Kwa and TungLok Nian Gao as festive gifts this year, we promise.

TungLok Nian Gao is the first in Singapore to be recognised by Health Promotion Board for its lower sugar content and as a source of dietary fibre, and it is available in unique flavours – traditional, pandan and black sesame at S$22+ per box.

Boost your immunity with the special Red Dates Nian Gao (S$28+ per box) that is filled with nutrients and vitamins. You will be spoilt for choices as you indulge in these sweet delights.

Believe us when we tell you that TungLok’s Pork Bak Kwa is among the best we have ever tried. Many may not know, but TungLok flame-grill their own Pork Bak Kwa in very limited quantities. The sweet and savoury succulent meat has enough bite that comes with pleasant hints of smokiness. The all-time popular Classic Bak Kwa comes with an option of honey-glazed and spicy flavours (S$35+ per 500 grams).

On top of that, TungLok’s X.O. sauce (S$9.80+)—made with a blend of dried canopy and silver bait using TungLok’s secret recipe—makes for a delicious gift for your family and relatives.

TAKE-HOME SETS

TungLok Group is offering sets in the form of Take-Home Feasts which comprises of Yu Sheng, Pen Cai, Superior Herbal Chicken, Fried Glutinous Rice with Assorted Preserved Meat and Nian Gao.

Prices start at S$268+, and there are several Take-Home Feasts that are great for 6 to 10 people. These Take-Home Feasts are perfect for your reunion dinners or if you need to bring an auspicious gift for all the house visits.

Early birds who make a purchase before 31 Jan 2018 will enjoy 15%* off for takeaway Yu Sheng, Pen Cai as well as the Take-Home Feasts. Additionally, you can receive 15%* off TungLok Festive Gifts from now until 02 Mar 2018. *Valid for MVG / tunglokfirst members and UOB card members.

For more enquiries, please visit www.tunglok.com.

This post is brought to you by TungLok Group.

TungLok Heen – Irish Duck, White Pepper Crab & Original Wasabi Mayo Prawns

ladyironchef — Fri, 20 May 2016 08:00:22 +0000

Award-winning establishment TungLok Heen is internationally-acclaimed Canadian Chef Susur Lee’s very first outpost restaurant. The celebrated Toronto-based chef has starred in cooking TV shows such as Iron Chef America and MasterChef Asia.

Chef Ken Ling – who has been working alongside Susur for nearly two decades – currently helms TungLok Heen’s kitchen and a meal there means an impressive selection of exquisite oriental delicacies prepared with expertly finesse.

The Cantonese word ‘Heen’ literally means pavilion and is aptly named after the restaurant’s vision of providing discerning diners a gourmet retreat. Indeed, TungLok Heen has successfully merged traditional and contemporary Chinese elements into a chinoiserie-chic destination.

Located at Resorts World Sentosa’s Hotel Michael, TungLok Heen has hit all the right spots with its age-old classics, exquisite innovations and elegant ambience. It is also worth mentioning that the culinary team has put in tremendous efforts in plating every dish so beautifully – so keep your eyes peeled as we reveal our dining highlights.

The stunning 106-seater TungLok Heen is ideal for many occasions – a business luncheon or family dinner, and there are three gorgeous private dining rooms that are available for advance bookings.

You have to start your meal with the Chilled Fresh Abalone and Hokkaido Scallop (S$20++). Served with Yuzu Sesame Sauce and Yuzu Soya Sauce, these fresh molluscs are served atop a huge spherical block of dry ice and decorated with edible flower petals. Watch in awe as the fog dramatically unfolds your delicious ice-cold appetiser.

Who says you can only have Yu Sheng during Chinese New Year festive period? Over at TungLok Heen, customers can defy all traditions and tuck into the refreshing Singapore Slaw (S$18++) at any time of the year!

Singapore Slaw is actually Chef Susur’s signature dish. Inspired by the Yu Sheng, it consists of 19 ingredients and his special sauce. It has been featured extensively by several international media and is definitely something that you should try when dining at TungLok Heen.

Our idea of comforting soup at TungLok Heen is the Double-boiled Superior Fish Bone Soup with Fish Maw (S$30++ per pax). It is a nourishing broth that is packed with collagen and tonics. So rich this soup is, because you are really sipping the essence of all the premium ingredients with every spoonful!

The Roasted Irish Duck (half duck – S$35++, whole duck – S$60++) is a must-order. Popularly known as ‘London Duck’ – think succulent flesh, fragrant fats and glistening aromatic crisp skin. It is one of the best renditions we’ve had, and while plump, it was not over-the-top gross that will have you feeling sick.

Fans of crabs definitely have to give TungLok Heen’s White Pepper Sri Lankan Crab (Market Price) a shot. The gigantic shellfish is loaded with wholesome crabmeat and packs a peppery punch with every bite.

The Grilled White Sultan Fish with Hot & Sour Consommé (Market Price) is perfect for sharing and it was a crowd’s favourite on our table.

For the uninitiated, the White Sultan Fish is rich in Omega-3 oil and it has very delicate flesh that brings out a unique sweetness and amiable savoury taste.

The large fish is dunked in a flavourful clear soup. The addition of peppercorn added a kick to the consommé, making it so addictive with every sip.

And there are skewers to share too. The Boston Lobster (S$76++) and Rock Oyster (S$8++) are cooked with cheese and herbs, and the Kurobuta Pork Loin (S$20++ for two skewers) and Wild Mushrooms (S$16++ for two skewers) come with a charred fragrance that is smoky with every bite.

More meat? The Char-grilled Marinated Lamb Rack in Lamb Reduction (double-rack – S$22++, single-rack – S$12++) served with Fresh Chilli Mint-Chutney sure didn’t disappoint. The delicate red meat’s gaminess has been significantly reduced by the herbs.

You’ve probably had wasabi-mayo prawns before elsewhere since lots of Chinese restaurants in Singapore make this dish available on their menu. But did you know that this popular dish was actually created by Susur in 1997 at TungLok Seafood? We kid you not; this guy was the one who set the trend. Guys, the Wok-fried Prawns with Wasabi-mayo Sauce (S$16++) by its rightful creator at TungLok Heen is to die for.

All good things have to come to an end, but if you could end your meal with a sweet note, then it has to be TungLok Heen’s classy Asian desserts. The Chilled Aloe Vera Gelo (S$10++) and Coconut Jelly (S$15++) are our picks. The former is infused with ginseng and served in a Chinese snow pear atop a bed of ice, while the latter is placed in a young coconut, topped with coconut sherbet and crispy black rice.

Do take note that guests have to adhere to smart casual attire and guests should avoid wearing shorts, singlets and slippers. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for those who are planning to dine in a big group.

TungLok Heen
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 MRT
(Transfer to the Sentosa Express monorail to Resorts World Sentosa)

This post was brought to you by TungLok Heen.