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Singapore, August 14, 2010 You might have already known about the delicious Japanese noodles and enjoyed them at Tampopo or its conveyor belt sushi. Marutama Ra-men Operating Hours: 11.30am - 10pm What's yummy: Steak, fried chicken, freshly made ciabatta bread, ad dente pastas and snails in garlic-herb butter. Many dishes cost below $10 or over $10. The beverage bar is a good deal - drink all you can for a few dollars. What's yummy: The waffles. All made on the spot, the waffles are thin, light and crispy. This makes it easy to consume with the maple syrup and ice-cream
Or the Japanese foodcourt in the basement next to Meidi-ya supermarket.
A check with some of my foodie friends revealed that they were not aware of the delicious food at other eateries tucked in various corners of the shopping centre, which is known for its Japanese food.
Here's a guide to what's mouthwatering there:
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The best dish of this popular Japanese Traditional Ramen chain from Saitama is its signature Marutama Ramen.
It boasts a delicious chicken-based soup for its ramen, which comes with char siew pork and aosa weed.
The lipsmacking broth is achieved by long hours of stewing chickens to extract their collagen.
What's yummy: The signature Marutama ramen with its soothing golden chicken soup; the salted boiled egg with liquid centre and crispy grilled char siew. You must-try the char siew rice too. The latter is flavourful braised pork, which is fried with onions before it's topped on the rice. The taste is sensational!
Tel: 6837 2480
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Tanyoto (faces the road and Clarke Quay)
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Tanyoto promises to attract food lovers from the island looking for its mouth-watering Sichuan cuisine. Its Cheng Du restaurant in Sichuan is famous for its Sichuan dishes such as Spicy Fish Head Steamboat in peppery or tomato based soups, Sichuan smoked duck, fish lips and Sichuan snack dishes such as dandan noodles and pot herb pie. It also carries an exquisite range of meats and vegetables for their Steamboat such as premium Wagyu beef, geoduck and wild mushrooms.
What's yummy: The tomato broth in which items have been cooked in it tastes very soothing and nourishing. What's outstanding are the freshly made fish and meat balls, quality meats and the crunchy innards of sea cucumber, which boasts a delectable 'shellfish' flavour. Also, order the sliced pork with a thick garlic sauce.
Operating Hours: 11.30am - 3pm (Lunch); 5.30pm - 3am (Dinner)
Tel: 6836 6839
www.tanyoto.com
Shin Yeh
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It offers the tue taste of traditional Taiwanese Cuisine.
A joint-venture with Taipei-based Shin Yeh Group, it offers authentic home-cooked Taiwanese dishes, including the popular Taiwan-style porridge, recreated in a unique style, as well as banquet classics.
What's yummy: Oyster omelette, braised pork belly, braised pork trotters, salted mullet roe and almond jelly.
Operating Hours: 11.30am - 2.30pm (Lunch); 6pm - 10.30pm (Dinner)
Tel: 6338 7337
www.shinyeh.com.sg
Tampopo
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Tampopo Restaurant offers authentic Japanese cuisine in a contemporary setting. What's unique is the computer-screen ordering and conveyor belt which brings food to you.
What's yummy: The popular Shabu ramen, Kurobuta (black pig) Tonkatsu, Deluxe Hakodate Shio Ramen with pork bone and seafood soup. And the springy Sapporo ramen made from high quality Japanese flour.
Operating Hours: 11.30am - 10.30pm
Tel: 6338 3186
www.cfc.com.sg
Streets
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Streets cafe aims to serve familiar, everyday Hong Kong fare with an added twist with local specialties such as sweet & sour dishes and spicy curries.
Open till wee hours on weekends, Streets café offers more than 100 items, from Chinese cuisine to Western set meals.
What's yummy: The springy noodles in the HK-style wonton and shui jiao dumpling noodles. The soup tastes like HK version too. Also order the yuan-yang tea (coffee-tea blend), one of the better versions in Singapore, and spicy fried chicken fried with chillies Sichuan style.
Operating Hours: 11am – 10.30pm (Sun - Thu); 11am - 4am (Fri, Sat, Eve of & on Public Holidays)
Tel: 6337 2218
www.katrinahldgs.com
BOTEJYU Okonomiyaki
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The name Botejyu was coined after the action of flipping over an Okonomiyaki and the sizzling sound it makes on the teppan grill. Okonomiyaki, which simply means “grilling what you like”, is a dish of pan-fried crisp batter cake, topped with various ingredients, according to tastes and preferences.
Aside from Okos, Botejyu serves a variety of Teppanyaki noodles and Yakisoba, matured for long periods of time to bring out firmer elasticity and a smooth texture. The signature of Botejyu will undoubtedly be their homemade sauces, which give each dish a unique taste that one can savour only in Botejyu.
What's yummy: The Okonomiyaki topped with sunnyside-up and generously ringed by crispy bonito flakes is a top-seller in Japan. The batter is cooked to a browny-crisp. Ours was done perfectly by the head chef from Japan.
Operating Hours: 11am - 9pm
Tel: 6338 8557
www.botejyu.com
Saizeriya
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Saizeriya Italian Restaurant Group was founded in 1967 in Japan. The group has since expanded with over 800 branches in different parts of Japan, China and Southeast Asia.
Operating Hours: 10am - 10pm
Tel: 6337 9001
www.saizeriya.co.jp
Okinawan Diner Nirai-Kanai
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Okinawan Diner Nirai-Kanai specializes in Japanese cuisine from the southern part of Japan, Okinawa.
What's yummy: The signature dish Rafute - stewed pork belly. Stir-fried Japanese bitter gourd with egg and cubes of pork. Deep-fried river shrimps dusted with salt.
Operating Hours: 11.30am - 1am
Tel: 6339 4811
www.nk-okinawa.com
Suan Thai Restaurant
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Suan Thai Restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine that caters to family and office executives. There is wide selectios of dishes available on the a la carte menu as well as their popular ala carte buffet that starts from $13.90++.
What's yummy: Tom Yam Soup with prawns, green chicken curry, fried pad thai noodles and chunky prawn cakes.
Operating Hours: 11.30am - 2.30pm (Lunch); 6pm - 9.30pm (Dinner)
Tel: 6338 4770
www.suanthai101.com
Tampopo Deli
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A great place for takeaway items without compromising on the food quality. The value-for-money bento boxes are filled with a variety of side dishes. An open concept dining area allows you to eat, after heating the food in a microwave.
What's yummy: The cakes and pastries. Try the cream puff, fruity scoop cake, orange jelly, custard and milk puddings. The Japanese-style salads are fresh and tasty too.
Operating Hours: 10am - 9pm
Tel: 6338 7386
www.cfc.com.sg
Geláre
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Geláre is well-known for its ice cream, freshly made waffles, freshly made ice cream cones and coffee.
Operating Hours: 10.30am - 10.30pm
Tel: 6336 3758
www.gelare.com
Trung Nguyen Café
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In 1996, Trung Nguyen started out from a small business processing coffee in Ban Me Thuoc city. Soon after, the owners decided to produce gourmet coffee that is world-class standard.
What's yummy: All the coffees, if you're a Viet coffee fan. Try them hot, and on a hot day, go for the cold versions - they are just as delicious. The coffees are high-roast and aromatic. The Legendee, in the style of civet-cat 'processed' Luwak coffee, is quite special. Order a cold version - any organic flavour would not be discernible.
Operating Hours: 9am - 11pm
Tel: 6837 3314
www.trung-nguyen-online.com
Mazazu Crepe
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Mazazu Crepe is the Singapore franchise of the Japanese crepe chain, Mother's Crepe and Cafe. Their unique crepe mix, imported from Japan, is created with the aim of combining taste with nutrition - it is very high in dietary fibre and minerals.
They have a wide variety of crepes ranging from dessert crepes with fresh cream, fruits and ice-cream such as the best-seller Chocó Banana; to savoury delicatessen crepes such as Tuna and Egg, Chicken Sausage and Cheese.
What's yummy: The simple custard crepe is a delicious introduction. And all the other flavours. They've got their crepe right - it tastes slightly eggy and buttery. Served in the shape of a cone, it makes eating much easier.
Operating Hours: 10.30am - 10pm
Tel: 6337 1404
www.mazazu.com.sg
Quattro Stagioni Deli
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Quattro Stagioni Deli is not just another sandwich and cold cuts outlet. It is a cosy deli bursting with Italian flavours From the glass jars holding the special pasta and sauces, to the aroma of freshly-baked bread, the store cum cafe serves coffee, salads and roast meats.
What's yummy: Premium tuna in oil, cut up from a huge tin, creamy Burrata, Mozarella and other Italian cheeses. Buy the artisan Martelli pasta to make your own pasta at home with their tomato sauces in jars.
Operating Hours: 10am - 10pm
Tel: 6333 9430
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