This hip gastropub at Dempsey puts a new spin on pub grub with Asian skewers and surprise, surprise, claypot rice. Decked out in metal and wood, the spacious industrial-chic establishment is just the place to kick back with drinks and bar bites at the end of a working day or week. Leave your drink in the hands of co-owner and veteran bartender KC's capable hands, and let him surprise you with a bespoke cocktail (price varies). Food wise, the hearty fare reflects Singaporean chef-owner Justin Foo's Asian roots. The skewers (from $4) bring the limelight to familiar flavours, as seen in the Chicken Thigh ($5) marinated in yellow curry, lemongrass and kaffir lime, and Beef Sirloin ($9) marinated in kecap manis and oolong tea. To really line the tummy though, go for the selection of claypot rice. The Mushroom Tea Rice ($9) keeps it simple but great with smoky oolong, shiitake and egg, or go luxe with the Oyster & Uni Rice ($28).
Avg Price: $40 per person
Photo by Burpple Tastemaker Cassie Ong