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Food was average, but service left a bad taste.

Visited Grin Affair recently, attracted by a clearly advertised discount. However, when it came time to pay, the manager refused to honour the discount. There were no disclaimers stated anywhere on the listing, yet when we pointed this out, there was no effort made to recover the situation — no apology, no alternative offer, nothing.

We even kindly suggested they update their listing to avoid misleading future customers, but our feedback was brushed off with indifference.

Overall, very disappointing experience — not just because of the discount issue, but the poor attitude towards customer service. Definitely not a place I would recommend or return to.

Excite your taste buds with this irresistible spicy broth, concocted by blending chilli paste with their signature Tonkotsu and topped with spicy minced pork. This ramen is sure to pack a punch along with cha shu, onsen egg and bamboo shoot 》$16.50

This dish presents thin, firm Hosomen ramen in a double-boiled soup comprising signature Tonkotsu and premium bonito, which adds a savoury depth to the umami broth. Each bowl is crowned with unctuous slices of Toroniku (seared pork cheek), onsen egg, bamboo shoot and seaweed 》$16.50

Love the simplicity of the dish and the al dente-ness of the handmade noodle. It retains its texture till my last bite and the soup remains clear.
Would prefer my egg to be not so scattered though

The assam pedas hummus was really delicious and wasn’t too spicy. Prawns were really fresh as well! Stand out dish of the night for me. Would definitely recommend this spot to all my family and friends. Staff were super friendly as well

Great experience and food from chef Gwyneth and her team! The star of the show was definitely the prawns (duh) but also the dry aged yellowtail blew my mind. In between sashimi and cooked, I've never had fish like that in my life.

Plus the music playlist slaps

10/10 no notes

A 4.9‑star spot at CHIJMES? Had to grab a friend and check out their lunch set—verdict: totally worth the hype. S$29.90++ or S$39.90++ per person, and you feel like you’re splurging in a luxe mall without wrecking your wallet.

What the Set Includes (per pax)

✔️ Your choice of individual broth
✔️ One meat platter (beef/pork/chicken)
✔️ Deluxe Veggie Platter
✔️ Unlimited Market Table (appetizers & desserts)
✔️ Rice or noodles + one drink
💡 VIP rooms available with no minimum spend—perfect for private hangs of groups 6 or more.

Our Broths

1️⃣ Premium Golden Umami Broth
• Slow‑simmered with chicken & seafood for 8 hours—rich, collagen‑like, drinkable straight.

2️⃣ Black Truffle Assorted Mushroom Broth
• Real truffle aroma plus sweet earthiness from mixed mushrooms—veggie dishes taste amazing in it.

Stand‑Outs
• Meat slices are cut just right—10 seconds in the pot seals in the juices.
• Market Table offers kimchi, pickles, soy beancurd, snow‑fungus dessert… unlimited add‑ons!
• Interior is modern‑Oriental chic: your camera will stay busy.

Why 4.5⭐?
• Stays open till 5 a.m.—late‑night lifesaver.
• Clean, classy, and affordable—rare value for CHIJMES.
• A few more meat choices would make it flawless.

Perfect For
• Lunch splurges that won’t break the bank
• Night‑owl hot‑pot cravings in style
• Date nights, girl‑squad catch‑ups, or private biz dinners in the VIP room

📌 Bottom Line
MSG‑free rich broths + unlimited dessert bar + gorgeous setting = a solid 4.5⭐ hot‑pot spot I’ll gladly revisit—next time I’m sampling every broth at 2 a.m.!

Note: Ratings are subjective and based on the reviewer’s experience and honest impressions at the time of the visit.

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We are big fans of Ji Xian's juicy and tender steamed bamboo clams and were disappointed to learn that they were out of season. The folks at Ji Xian therefore suggested that we check out their mini bamboo clams prepared the same way.

Unfortunately, everyone felt that the mini version fell short of our expectations. They were noticeably smaller and tougher with a 'stringy' texture.

Not a fan of the ingredient itself tbh.

We really enjoyed Charen's fried garlic pork which was juicy, tender and nicely marinated. The perfect savoury snack on its own or over rice. We loved that they were topped with fried garlic bits that were strangely addictive.

My only complaint was that I nearly consumed a little rock in their pad thai on our 2nd visit there. I was rather disappointed with their lacklustre response when I raised it to them. I could have easily broken a tooth, biting on it. I accept that it might be accidental but surely they could have shown a little concern or acted on it in a visibly manner instead making me feel ignored.

Yellow noodles soak up a mildly sweet, starchy braised sauce, coating each strand with deep, comforting flavour. Tender fish chunks, juicy shredded braised pork and crispy fried chicken create a mix of textures that keep every bite interesting.

The golden-fried yam roll adds a crisp contrast, while the hard-boiled egg offers a firm bite. For the perfect finishing touch, don’t skip the garlic, chilli and vinegar 》$5.50