I have to admit it, the lure of $3 fresh oysters during happy hours is too much to resist. So here I am savouring super fresh, succulent, umami-ridden oysters amidst the hippest crowd. I always thought that only French oysters were worth a special trip down, but the USA oysters proves me wrong. They are so unbelievably good and fresh, having a varied taste profiles depending on the species. Just trust the restaurant’s recommendation and order all types, and the oysters will be served arranged in increasing intensity in taste. The first type will be very light and mellow, great for teasing the palates and for first-timers. They are all good in their own ways, with the last selection being the crown of umami goodness. Just for the oysters, this place is a must-visit.
Tiger Prawns is oh-so-good that I proclaim on the spot that this is the best prawn dish I ever had. The very subtle hints of spiciness adds the dimension and excitement to the wholesome taste of plump tiger prawns. And the smoky flavour of grilled prawn elevates this dish to another unbelievable level.
I love Spicy Rigatoni too. It’s a good carb supplement to all the awesome seafood I have here. The tomatoes here are so sweet and juicy. The creaminess of stracciatella cheese goes so well with the slight spicy flavour of the sauce that the rigatoni is drenched in.
Blue Crab Slider looks very good and the blue crab filling is very good. But the thick bun is not doing justice to it. It is too thick, occupying most of the taste profile and texture of this dish. The blue crab feels more like a condiment rather than the main star of the dish.
As I had said, I love the buildings along the area of Bukit Pasoh, Keong Saik Road, Neil Road and such, so this restaurant is no exception since it rests within the heart of this heritage site. Despite a quiet Saturday, this place, with its quaint exterior and cool upmarket interior, manages to attract quite a crowd. Yes, this place is that popular. And amid the crowd, the busy service staffs still handle the customer requests like champs, maintaining their friendly deposition throughout.
