The food is good. However, the steaks are not the best in Singapore (in my opinion, Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse is more flavourful), but they’re certainly the most expensive. Other premier steakhouses like Wolfgang’s, Morton’s or even Bedrock are better value. Service is friendly, but not pro-active - you have ask for things. Don’t allow you to bring your own wine. For my birthday, they don’t even offer a cake; just put a candle on a dessert that we ordered ha ha! Ambience is a bit sad and cramped. I certainly will not go back!
The food is good. However, the steaks are not the best in Singapore (in my opinion, Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse is more flavourful), but they’re certainly the most expensive. Other premier steakhouses like Wolfgang’s, Morton’s or even Bedrock are better value. Service is friendly, but not pro-active - you have ask for things. Don’t allow you to bring your own wine. For my birthday, they don’t even offer a cake; just put a candle on a dessert that we ordered ha ha! Ambience is a bit sad and cramped. I certainly will not go back!
love that the macaroni used was not usual small curved ones. instead, it’s a slightly longer spiral shape that allows you to have more bite
cheese was good, pretty salty
these onion rings were so lightly battered, allowing it to retain its crisp. super airy and not oily
complimentary selection of bread was so good!! there were cheese sticks, some cheese bread and focaccia which was so soft and bouncy
We went there for a Valentines meal, after seeing much good reviews of the restaurant. We both ordered the set meal available that night, which includes an appetiser, a main and a dessert.
The appetisers we decided to go for were beef tartare and crabcake. The crabcake was flavourful and portion was just nice, however the beef tartare was just not my cup of tea. I still prefer my meat cooked meat. (him)
We ordered the USDA prime steaks for our choice of mains, and they were perfectly cooked with the right amount of seasoning. Broccolini was a better side choice as compared to the creamed spinach, which was too thick and heavy for her to finish.
We also decided to try both the desserts - which were both pretty nice and light, it was a good ending to the course meal :)
Early CUTS (S$125++/ per person)
3 course meal
Available at @cutbywolfgangpucksg in @marinabaysands
Started with bread and butter
First Course
Maryland Blue Crab Cake, Heirloom Tomato Relish, Basil Aioli
Butter Lettuce, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Champagne-Herb Vinaigrette
Main Course
Nebraska Black Angus, Filet Mignon 170grams, Hand cut fries (Topup S$25++)
Halal Young Chicken, Potato Purée, Wild Field Mushrooms, Natural Jus
Huge serving
Accompanied with Sides
Sautéed Broccolini, Pecorino, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Garlic, Chilli
Cream Spinach
Dessert
Replaced with Kaya "Baked Alaska"
Coconut Cake, Pandan Ice Cream, Coconut Sorbet, Coffee Crumble
End the meal with petite four
Marked yet another pandemic-filled year with pretty much a fanciful dinner at CUT by Wolfgang Puck since the dining partner was at liberty of choosing the spot to have the celebratory dinner of the year (last year’s affair was at Jaan by Kirk Westaway; just so if you want to ask) and that he has pretty much been raving about, and wanting for me to try out the steakhouse.
Here’s a list of dishes that we have had
1st photo: Bread Basket
2nd photo: Maryland Blue Crab Cake, Heirloom Tomato Relish, Basil Aioli
3rd photo: Brussels Sprouts, Iberico Pork Belly, Sesame Yuzu Aioli
4th photo: Japanese Pure Breed Wagyu Beef— Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Filet Mignon 170g
5th photo: Double Thick Iberico Pork Chop, Apple-Apricot "Moustarda"
6th photo: Valrhona Chocolate Soufflé
The meal did started off very well — was fairly impressed with the bread service and the dining partner requested for an extra serve of the Pao de Queijo, and I could see why. I had always been in love with these morsels of cheese bread that I might end up in Four Leaves to grab some when I am feeling peckish, but the ones here are so moist, so QQ and not overpoweringly cheesy; I would say it makes for even an ideal breakfast over a cup of black coffee whilst popping some of these down. Thought the Maryland Blue Crab Cake was decent; liked how it was well-filled with crab meat within without much fillers, though personally thought it was a little greasy and not as crisp I expected it to be. What’s crisp were the brussel sprouts in the Brussels Sprouts, Iberico Pork Belly, Sesame Yuzu Aioli — not particularly intimidating for a non-Brussels Sprouts lover for how much of the “green” bitter notes were cut by the pork belly and the aioli, though I personally felt that the aioli was a tad heavy for a side that could have been more refreshing against the meaty dishes if served without. The dining partner went all out with his order of the Japanese Pure Breed Wagyu Beef, but the Double Thick Iberico Pork Chop, Apple-Apricot "Moustarda" is the one to go for those who want to cheap out; either that or just want a non-beef option without missing the fun. Chef recommends medium-well for the doneness of the pork chop. It’s thick, and comes grilled the same way that the beef is done here — done from the extra crusty exterior to that tender flesh that is almost akin to slicing through butter; so juicy without being especially fatty, and yet so much flavour from the juices. The Apple-Apricot "Moustarda" does its magic; seemingly infused with horseradish(?), there is tinge of mustard-like earthiness that cuts through the meatiness so perfectly, yet a nice sweetness from the purée that is a classic, yet rarely seen combination (at least for local standards) of apple sauce and pork. No doubt a favourite of mine; so much I actually didn’t mind missing out on the beef anyway. By the time we were done with our mains, the Valrhona Chocolate Soufflé was something which landed us quite in a state of food coma; chocolate lovers will dig this — no doubt a pretty well-made soufflé, but it’s a fairly sweet and heavy ordeal that we thought we didn’t need after all that meat halfway through it.
While CUT by Wolfgang Puck does seem like a fine-dining establishment, service here does feel more like a fancy steakhouse — there are some details that weren’t very well looked into as compared to other fine dining establishments that we have tried; probably just slightly something above an average bistro which honestly could have been better given the price point we are entering into. That being said; quite glad that they do allow for walk-ins for a limited number of pax per day around their bar counter — otherwise I guess there wouldn’t be the opportunity for me to actually give them a go. To be fair, I probably wouldn’t mind shelling out a bit just to get the Double Thick Iberico Pork Chop, Apple-Apricot "Moustarda" to share in the future, though I wouldn’t probably try to end of the meal with the Valrhona Chocolate Soufflé considering how everything else is pretty heavy-tasting here.
Expectations tend to run higher when a great night out to mark a birthday is at stake (in this case, it was for my god-daughter/niece Yujun who turned 22). The restaurant has to have a winning hand of great food, fabulous drinks, comfortable ambience and impeccable service. That’s why I picked @cutbywolfgangpucksg. I knew we’d be in the excellent hands of Executive Chef @gregabess and his team.
Shortly after we had settled into our seats, warm cheesy gougère arrived. We all loved them but the birthday girl, most of all.
Setting the tone for the evening were the first two snacks which sent us over the moon. I could’ve inhaled three of those buttermilk chicken sliders - they’re real flavourbombs with jalapeño aioli, jalapeño slices, pickle and honey. Not to be outdone was the apple apricot compote-dotted pork belly braised with Chinese spices and glazed in hoisin - it melted like butter in the mouth. I washed them down with the refreshing gin-based “London Calling” cocktail.
When the bread basket arrived, I attempted to not scoff too much but it was hard. The olive ciabatta, onion focaccia and German pretzel were a formidable trio of temptation.
In order to taste more items, we shared the appetisers. I chose the Maryland Blue Crab Cake with heirloom tomato relish and basil aioli (Yujun is a fiend for crab so I knew it would be up her alley), the Big Eye Tuna Tartare in wasabi ginger, served with thin, spicy togarashi crisps (surprisingly, this turned out to be her favourite), the brightly herbaceous Vietnamese-Style Beef Carpaccio plated with crunchy beef tendon, nước mắm vinaigrette and holy basil (my favourite!), and the Asparagus with Poached Egg on thin toast with mushroom marmalade, a lipsmacking bacon vinaigrette and bacon slice.
What has always impressed me at CUT is the attention they pay to the smallest details. Like serving us hot plates to eat our main course off.
@kndherb used to rave to me about the Rotisserie Baby Chicken at CUT, and of course I’d eaten it before but it was particularly well executed that night - immensely juicy, tender and flavourful. And let’s not forget those meaty chanterelle mushrooms.
Usually, deciding on a steak at CUT isn’t an easy task as they offer a premium variety but since I’d been floored by the Snake River Farm (an American Wagyu) when we had it at @spagosingapore (yes, they serve it up there on the 57th floor of Marina Bay Sands too), I made a beeline for its Sirloin cut. Everyone heaped it with praises too.
The other red meat I selected was the juicy ColoradoLamb Chops. Like the steak, each piece was perfectly cooked, and although a mini jug of cucumber-mint raita arrived alongside, it also tasted perfectly fine on its own.
That’s not to say we didn’t have fun mixing and matching the assorted sauces and condiments with our meats.
In all frankness, the side dishes deserve top billing. I was most smittened by the Tempura Onion Rings - each thin ring was ethereally light yet really crunchy. Even though they look similar, no other Creamed Spinach comes close to the version here that’s crowned with an organic egg. Proving highly addictive as well were the Mac & Cheese and the ridiculously silky and buttery Yukon Gold Potato Purée (if you love mash, this is a must-order).
Thank you Chef Greg for sending us the Spring Peas. I adored this seasonal side dish for its sensational mix of fresh peas, pea purée, ragu of peas, runny-yolked eggs, bacon and perky pea tendrils.
Naturally there was cake since we were celebrating a birthday. I’ve had the moist chocolate beauty before and it was as scrumptious as I recall. The team helped to slice and present it with raspberry sorbet and a macaron for us to enjoy. Besides that, I ordered the Apple Butterscotch Crumble to share. Served warm with toasted almonds and Tahitian vanilla ice-cream, it was very well received by everyone too.
The petit fours we nibbled on with our tea and coffee at the end, were also exquisite in appearance and taste.
Hokkaido snow wagyu.. medium rare.. searing was a bit.. still tasty..
Photo doesn’t do justice to the nice steak.. 😅
Nice creamy spinach served with fried organic egg to add an aroma and contradict the bitterness of the spinach. This is a side dish but highly recommend to compete your steak with the necessary greens.
The spinach is tempered with some spices that I couldn't place my finger on, but all in all absolutely delicious addition to your meal.
If you are looking for an introduction to Cut but not yet ready to shell out too much, order this one!
It's 395gm of ribeye, Illinois corn fed, aged 21 days. I would recommend to order medium rare and enjoy the pink blush of the tender steak along with the crispy dark and spiced outer. The steak is served with 4 mustards and sea salt. Pick a sauce for $5++.
It'll be good to also order a side to get the greens on the plate. Check out next post for more on the creamed spinach.
This is good for 2 to share. If you want to order solo from this category you could do Fillet mignon for $80++
Do check out their special steak for the evening, that also might work for you.
It's their highly recommended starter and for a good reason. There's a perfect blend of tuna, avos, tomatoes to make the center-piece and served with wasabi aioli, ginger, togarashi crisps and tuna soy.
The best part of this starter is that you can ask them to split into two to share. The picture is 1/2 the portion size. Allows you to try more things on the menu!!
Cut serves you Michelin star food with a great experience. You'll be well taken care of by their staff.
Dishes Ordered: Apple Crumble, Pork Chop, Wagyu Beef, Crab Cake.
Food was on point and beef was one of the best in SG. Pork chop was well seasoned, albeit a bit too thick for my liking. Apple Crumble was perfectly caramelised and the crab cake is full of crab meat and flavours.
Staffs were friendly and you can genuinely feel the personal connection they try to have with you. Any recommendations made by any staffs will be followed up by them to ensure it is up to expectations.
Ambient was nice and very high class. Soft lighting helps to set for a relaxing meal.
After attending Mott32’s grand opening party at MBS, quite a few of us arrived at the same idea of hopping over to One-MICHELIN Starred CUT for a proper dinner.
I wasn’t that hungry by then because I had stuffed my face on quite a few canapés earlier, so a steak or main course would have been too much. What I did do though was zero in on the appetisers instead.
Shown above is the Steamed Mussels in White Wine ($25++). What I loved most about this was how small but juicy and flavourful the molluscs were (I have always found the large ones too rubbery for my liking personally). The broth had tarragon and shallots to thank for its lip-smacking worthiness. Served alongside were grilled baguettes that were meant to be dunked. Since they came pimped up with a rich bearnaise sauce, I guess technically, they didn’t go skinny-dipping 😜.
