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Okay lor. I loved the decor of this American burger concept from Hong Kong (convoluted, I know), which is a detailed impression of an American diner, including the jukebox.

Crispy beef is what they call their signature patty. The default is two slices, but you can add or subtract. The USP is the patty is smashed and grilled til crispy at the edges. This American burger concept from Hong Kong (convoluted, I know) is also known for its fresh and premium ingredients. Overall, I'd say it's a simple but shiok burger, just missing the mark of a perfect burger. I loved the mess of the juices and the decent beefiness. I further loved the decor, which is a detailed impression of an American diner, including the jukebox.

For the final dish of the night, we simply could not leave without the one pub classic that’s arguably the poster child for pub grub. Here at @harryssingapore, the fish & chips are now Drunken Fish & Chips ($21++), and it’s ideally paired with a pint of ice cold beer. A big, beautifully battered piece of white fish is served with Harry’s stellar spiced fries and some coleslaw for a little crunch.⠀
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For the life of me I can’t remember what fish they use, but it’s the firmest one ever used in fish and chips. Even after cutting and stabbing with a fork, the fish stays intact and doesn’t disintegrate, which makes eating a fuss free affair. The batter is delightfully crunchy thanks to the beer & vodka added in, and the fish itself is simply seasoned and benefits greatly from a dab or two of the tartar sauce on the side. I wish the coleslaw was least sweet and more savoury and sour to provide a little palate cleanser, but it’s fairly functional as it is. After a long day at work, a pint of beer and a serving of Harry’s Drunken Fish & Chips will get you feeling chipper.⠀
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Thank you for hosting us, @harryssingapore & @burpple!

Harry’s Jazz Burger ($22++) has been remastered yet again, and I have no idea which permutation this current one is. This time, however, the remastered version was a great success. I remember the patty of previous Jazz Burger being too densely packed and resulting in a tough chew, but this one has no such problems. Juicy buns sandwich a juicy, easy to chew patty with jalapeño cheese sauce, melted cheese & bacon with some mushrooms, lettuce & tomatoes, and this jazz solo is a hit. I couldn’t discern any jalapeño in here, but the cheese sauce and the slice of melted cheddar make this burger extra creamy & rich. The mushrooms add extra umami & weight to the burger, and it’s almost the perfect burger to hold in one hand while your other hand nurses a pint of beer. I’d definitely love to see a double patty option in the future, because double the patties double the fun.⠀
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Thank you for the invite, @harryssingapore & @burpple!

And now at long last, we finally get stuck into some proper pub grub at @harryssingapore, starting with the Argentinian Ribeye ($29++). Now this is a proper steak dinner, as the sizeable steak is backed up by Harry’s indecently irresistible spiced fries and a salad dressed in a balsamic reduction because we’re going healthy. The ribeye steak is tastefully tender and well marbled with intramuscular fat, and it’s done the only way steaks should be done: a majestic medium rare. It’s sufficiently seasoned, but there’s a savoury steak sauce that’s been muddled with a little chimichurri on the side if you want that extra flavour fiesta. The vegetables are fresh with a pleasing crispness to them, and those fries are crispy and seasoned sensationally.⠀
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Thank you for the invite, @harryssingapore & @burpple!

Meat is with distinct smoky lemongrass taste, not dry; peanut sauce is quite smooth, taste nothing special; came with prawn crackers, onions & cucumber..

Chicken cubes are thinly battered & deep-fried till crispy; drizzled with rich laksa mayonnaise; would prefer more sauce to go with the meat..

Mashed roasted eggplant is lightly seasoned; came with carrots, cucumber & cherry tomatoes; taste nothing special..

Salted corn chips drizzled with cheese sauce, mixed with guacamole, black olive slices, jalapeno & cherry tomatoes; wish there's more condiments..

Mixed salad with lettuce, broccoli, green beans, snow peas, roasted sweet potato, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, mixed seeds, feta & boiled egg; balsamic dressing, though tastes strong & sour on its own, creates a delightful & harmonious balance on the plate..

Al-dente pasta with green beans, broccoli, snow peas & pine nuts in fragrant pesto sauce; sprinkled with parmesan cheese; flavorful yet not surfeiting, tad oily..

Steak is succulent with mild smoky taste; paired well with spicy steak sauce; came with fries & fresh garden greens drizzled with balsamic vinegar..