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Hearty Korean Crunchy Potato ($17.90): Visually impressive, great portion, and first bite was full of flavour and crunch. However, you start to realise the outer part is the nicest, towards the middle the potato became more clumpy and one-dimensional. Korean Tofu Stew ($16.90): Flavourful and chockful of tofu, veges, and beef slices. Perfect with rice (+$3). Honeycomb Makgeoli ($13): Less honeycomb and more just-honey, but still very enjoyable. Banchan: Trio of seaweed, braised quail eggs, and kimchi. Quail eggs were so so good. But they seemed to only refill once; the staff proactively helped us to refill the first time but seemd to ignore the empty banchan tray after that. With Burpple, the stew was free which made this a really value-for-money place in the heart of Clarke Quay. Will return again to try the other dishes!

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Bread pudding One of the best bread pudding I’ve had ever!

Cheesecake Lovely cheesecake paired with strawberries and a zesty drizzle.

Iced Coffee Milk Served in a tall glass but only filled about three-quarters, quite visually underwhelming. Likely made with G7 Instant Coffee, which they also retail. A fuller pour might dilute the taste, but the current presentation could be improved with a better glass to fit the volume of the coffee or just fill it to the brim.

Papaya Milkshake Thick, creamy, and full of papaya flavour.

Pho Tai Vien ($10) Slurpy flat noodles with loads of sliced beef, beef balls, herbs, and bean sprouts in a bowl of savoury soup. Quite a huge bowl. It was okay tbh. Nothing amazing, but damn filling. Slices were big and chewy but lacked seasoning, so dipping into the provided sauce helped. Beef balls were small, easy to eat, and absorbed the soup essence well. Bean sprouts were generously given, almost a 1:1 ratio with noodles.

Mala Chicken 辣子鸡 A signature and popular Sichuan dish that features cubes of chicken coated with spices and fried until golden brown and crispy along with tons of dried chilli and Sichuan peppercorns. It is spicy yet addictive. Be warned of the electrifyingly spicy and numbing sensation. I personally couldn't take the original level of spice and requested a less spicy 少辣 order which was still numbing and spicy on an acceptable level. 📍 Chuan Wei Yuan 川味園 | #01-1076

Pickled Mustard Fish 酸菜鱼 Sour and spicy broth with pickled mustard greens (酸菜) and fish slices. The yellow-green broth is made with various kinds of pickled veggies such as pickled mustard greens, pickled chilli peppers and pickled ginger. The fish slices are super tender with a velvety silky texture and zesty taste. The portion is good for sharing and it comes with glass noodles in there. This is an appetising dish and really comforting to have on a chilly day. 📍 Chuan Wei Yuan 川味園 | #01-1076

Dry Pot Cauliflower 干锅菜花 A classic dish from Sichuan cuisine that features crispy cauliflower florets stir-fried with bacon, garlic, scallion and chilli peppers in an aromatic savoury sauce. The cauliflower absorbs the flavour of the sauce so well and makes it addictively tasty. 📍 Chuan Wei Yuan 川味園 | #01-1076

1-for-1 Onigiri (Save ~$9.50) 1-for-1 Finger Food 30% Off Total Bill (Save ~$7.50) Onigiri lovers, rejoice! 🥳🍙 @mr.onigirisg brings Okinawa-style rice sandwiches to Upper Thomson! From their Signature Melted Cheesy Crispy Chicken to other hearty bites, every onigiri is handmade with care and big flavour 🫂💘 With #BurppleBeyond, enjoy: ✔️ 1-for-1 Onigiri ✔️ 1-for-1 Finger Food ✔️ 30% Off Total Bill Great for a fuss-free lunch or grab-and-go snack!

Onigiri Sandwiches! More of a takeaway kiosk but with a small seating area. We were attracted by the set lunch deal which has an onigiri (from selected flavours) + side + drink for $10.90. The onigiri sandwiches were unassumingly filling, stacked with cucumber slices, luncheon meat, egg, as well as your protein of choice. We chose the otak and the chicken cutlet. While the chicken was really tasty, thought it could be more crisp, but was still very satisfying. We preferred the otak more though - it was so good I tried to ask the chef where they got it from! They declined to share, sadly. The tater tots and curly fries we got were also great, hot and crisp and addictive. The iced/hot lemon tea leaned more towards the homemade tart taste, and washed down the meal nicely. Overall, this was a value-for-money yet satisfying meal. Would definitely return to try the others.

Lunch Crispy Golden Scallop Onigiri Japanese seaweed, Japanese rice, Tamagoyaki, Spam, Japanese cucumber, Crispy Scallop, Ebiko, Togarashi

Authentic Hand Made Dim Sum in Maxwell Found this dim sum shop tucked away in the Kada building behind Maxwell MRT, right beside the hawker. Tried the lunch set and it was really good value at $21. The handmade dim sums were the highlight, with the har gao packed with fresh crunchy prawns and the skin wasn't overly thick. The siew mai was bouncy with no overpowering pork taste. The spicy siew mai with prawn paste chilli was a surprise hit with a real punch of flavour. It also came with sides like the baked char siew bao, pan fried dumplings and shrimp wrapped in crispy beancurd skin. I added $3 for 3 huge grilled prawns to the paofan and it really gave the soup a lot of flavour. The hot tea that came with the meal was tied everything nicely as well. The Hongkong style noodles with deep fried pork had great texture and flavour. A great lunch spot and definitely a must try if you are looking for authentic handmade dim sum near Maxwell MRT.

Lunch at Shou Had lunch at Shou Handmade Dim Sum and was impressed. Ordered a wide spread to share, everything was enjoyable. With must-try dishes like the pan-fried radish cake, juicy siew mai, and the crisp, flavourful beancurd skin shrimp roll.

Shiok handmade dim sum! Shou Handmade Dim Sum exceeded expectations! Steamed siew mai and shrimp dumplings were delicate and flavorful. The house special savory steamed dumplings were a highlight, with a perfect balance of ingredients. Rice roll with prawn and pan-fried radish pancake were also delicious. The pan-fried beancurd skin prawn roll was crispy and tender. Steamed salted egg yolk bun was rich and savory. Paired perfectly with the Yunnan premium Pu'er ripe tea, which was smooth and earthy. Highly recommend Shou Handmade Dim Sum for authentic and tasty dim sum experience. Must order the best sellers! A must-visit for dim sum lovers!

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Good coffee spot Been wanting to try this spot but it’s always crowded on weekdays. Managed to come here on a Saturday and coffee was not bad. With the deal can get two drinks for $5.50! I also love their cups, very functional and well-designed. ☕️☕️

Pandan Waffles — Classic 3 Mins Coffee is an establishment that has been in operations for quite a while in the Tanjong Pagar neighbourhood; this is actually the establishment’s very first location since their founding, and they have since opened a second outlet that is located at the basement of One Raffles Place in more recent times. That being said, 3 Mins Coffee’s location at Downtown Gallery is still its only location that comes with dine-in seating; the dine-in area seeing some seats being situated in the middle of the aisle of the shopping gallery. For the Downtown Gallery location, 3 Mins Coffee had taken over the former premises of the now-defunct Saybons outlet there — the concept itself seemingly has a stronger focus on espresso-based specialty coffee despite having a line-up of pastries, wraps and pies that one can go for if they are intending to have a bit of a light meal to go along with their coffee. Other beverages apart from espresso-based specialty coffee available at 3 Mins Coffee includes pour over coffee, special concoctions of espresso-based specialty coffee such as that of the Spanish Latte and Kayacino, drinking chocolate, tea lattes and loose leaf teas. Also added to their food menu somewhat recently would be their range of Pandan Waffles. We had previously made our visit to 3 Mins Coffee at their Downtown Gallery location when they had just opened their doors there, but what sparked a revisit to the same location for us was the introduction of their new Pandan Waffles line-up — this is also available at their outlet at One Raffles Place, though all orders would be served in takeaway format as the outlet occupies only a kiosk space in the basement that comes without any seating space. For the Pandan Waffles section of the menu, the section of the menu is being split up into two (2) categories — Single Filling and Double Filling. We were fairly intrigued by the Classic that is being listed as a Pandan Waffles item in the Double Filling section of the menu — the Classic featuring a filling of Kaya and butter; much like what one would expect of a Kaya Butter Toast though in a format of a Pandan waffle. Do note that the Pandan Waffles at 3 Mins Coffee requires some preparation time as they are made only upon order. Our order comes served on a plate; the Pandan Waffles looking exactly the same as what we would expect it to be if we were to come across a similar offering in a neighbourhood bakery — a green aesthetic for the waffle that comes slightly browned, and with Kaya and butter being sandwiched in the middle. Sinking our teeth into the waffle, the waffle does provide a bit of bite inside though the exterior still remains crisp — it does seem that the butter is added with the waffle being hot; this also meant that the Pandan Waffles — Classic is one waffle that can be a little messy to handle. One can most expect melted butter dripping all over, though the saltish-ness of the butter does match well against the warm and gloopy, green Pandan-infused Nonya-style Kaya that provided a decent level of sweetness and flavour for the waffle — there is enough of the Kaya spread around, and the entire ordeal wasn’t overly sinful apart from all of the melted butter. During our visit, we had also went for the Piccolo; 3 Mins Coffee offers their patrons two different types of beans for their espresso-based specialty coffee and we opted for the Signature Blend that features a mix of arabica beans of Brazilian and Sumatran origin. The description card also mentions this blend to be of a medium-dark roast and comes with a “strong”, “bitter” and “dark-chocolate” flavour profile — we did find that the Piccolo was well-pulled (it was an improvement from the previous trip made) and definitely a punchy cuppa with a fruity body and a roasty finish that is great for a mid-day perk-me-up. 3 Mins Coffee isn’t one of those spots that are targeting office workers to enjoy a full meal at; their food menu barely consists of anything that may be considered substantial as compared to other dining establishments that are located in the same building — that being said, they do work out as a decent spot for light bites and coffee in the ‘hood; and especially a notable spot for specialty coffee for those that are working in the vicinity. The addition of the Pandan Waffles line-up at this location also further makes them a good spot to hit up for tea break; after all, it does seem that the wave of nostalgia is going strong these days and there is quite a lot of emphasis being placed on Pandan Waffles served at neighbourhood bakeries — this provides an additional option for those around the area whom are having a craving for the said item. The Pandan Waffles are priced at $3 for those with a single filling, while those with double filling are priced at $3.80; espresso-based specialty coffee starts from $3.50 for a Double Espresso, to $7.50 for an Iced Kayacino. Somewhere to add to the list of places to check out for those whom are into Pandan waffles in general.

1 for 1 with Burpple Beyond (Flat White $5) Flat white was fragrant and well-balanced. Reasonably priced, even without Burpple Beyond. A good find!

Teh Halia ($2.60+) Ginger milk tea had a sharp note and spice, with an earthy aroma of deep, intense tea.

Mysore Mutton Biryani Mysore Mutton Biryani ($12.50+) Fragrant, fluffy basmati rice infused with aromatic spices, paired with a small plate of chewy, tender Mysore mutton. Sides include cool, crunchy cucumber raita to mellow out the spiciness, a tiny bowl of rich chicken curry for you to drizzle on, a hard-boiled egg, and a few small, savoury, crunchy papadum. Mysore mutton is said to be a South Indian royal dish, originating from the Mysore region of Karnataka, India. It showcases the mastery of spice layering and slow-cooked meat. Prepared in a dry style, the mutton is simmered with a mix of spices until the gravy clings tightly to each piece, remaining slightly moist and tender to the bite. The spiciness is mild, likely adapted to suit local palates, with a texture like rendang, but drier. Teh Halia ($2.60+) Ginger milk tea had a sharp note and spice, with an earthy aroma of deep, intense tea. Food is nice but the service is a bit lacking and can be confusing. I enter the restaurant wondering, is it free seating or will they lead me to my seat? In the end, I just find a random spot to sit tho. Even ordering, I’m clueless: am I going over the counter or informing the server what I want? Because the servers are basically just standing around looking into the void or clearing up the table. CDC Vouchers Accepted! . 🚩Sakunthala's Restaurant, 3 North Point Dr, 01-01 Yishun Town Square, Singapore 768020 . . . #mehmehfoodventure #mehlicious #tastisfying #foodie #sgfoodie #sgfoodblogger #foodblogger #foodblog #foodcoma #burpplesg #sgfood #foodsg #eatmoresg #foodinsing #burpple #Sakunthala #SakunthalaRestaurant #nasibiryani #raita #muttonbiryani #mysoremutton #mutton #tehhalia #gingermilktea #halalsg #sghalal

Dinner Prawn Pakora (S$9.50+) Prawn and vegetables dusted in flour and fried Keema Naan (S$5.50+) Indian bread stuffed with shredded mutton and baked in a tandoor. Felt quite oily and did not served with sauce. Chicken Mee Goreng (S$8.50+) Masala Tea (S$2.70+) Could request for non sugar version, but the normal sugar version tasted better. Sakunthala’s Restaurant Address 🛖 : 3 Northpoint Drive, # 01-01 Yishun Town Square, Singapore 🇸🇬 768 020 Open 🕰️ : 11am - 10pm Note 📝 : Got GST Can claim Fraser points

Yeast Side Best Side Yeast Side best side 🌞 a large, cosy space for working while eating. We had the mac and cheese, salmon burrata tartine and their Hojicha and Matcha cloud drinks! Their drinks definitely stood out, and they use powder from niko neko so they really hit the spot! Their mac and cheese was very rich and best shared with 2 people. Salmon sandwich was good, recommended to eat quick when fresh. We will be back to try their pizzas!

Did not disappoint Popped by Yeastside for lunch and it did not disappoint. The Bestside Breakfast Pizza was cheesy, eggy, crispy bacon, all on a perfect crust. So good we considered ordering another. Located at the basement of LYF, good place for lunch!

Best fries ever! Love the pizza and fries, which is affordable and convenient. Great ambience!

seafood galore Dined on a weekday evening and got a 7-course set. Service was attentive and our seat had a view of the open kitchen, so we saw chefs preparing our food items fresh on the spot before it got served to us. Standouts for me were the Jumbo Tiger Prawn- Delicious combination of creamy sauce, the fragrant fried shallot that tied everything together and gave an Asian flavour profile- familiar yet elevated. and Kingfish- Smoked and came in two different flavour profiles, thought that the use of kailan was interesting as it resulted in a salty and tangy flavour. Both tasted amazing as the fish was fresh and melt-in-your-mouth.

Prawn it up We had an early birthday celebration here and the ambience was lovely, lit well, and the food was meticulously crafted and cooked by the chefs in front of us. Highlights for me were the 16-day dry aged kingfish loin (smoky flavor emanating), prawn toast and aoili and the jumbo tiger prawns!

Surf and Turf Delicious from start to finish. The crab croquette was crunchy and creamy and Prawn toast was flavourful and crispy. The ribeye steak was cooked exactly right and full of flavor, paired with sweet papaya salad. The haddock burger was fresh and not too heavy. Would happily eat this again.