Lavish Buffet

Lavish Buffet

Tuesday, 3 March 2015

Shabu Shabu A La Carte Buffet at Street 50 Restaurant & Bar (50 Telok Blangah Road, Bay Hotel Singapore, Lobby Level, Singapore 098828)

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Visited on 28 Feb 2015 (Sat). Shabu Shabu A La Carte Buffet. 

Available only on Fridays, Saturdays from 6pm to 2am and Sundays from 6pm to 10pm.

Price: $38++ (Adults) and $20++ (Children aged 6 and 12)

STREET 50 Restaurant & Bar - A global flavours restaurant situated in a 4 star Hotel located opposite Vivo City. They offer diverse flavours from Italian, French and American to Vietnamese, Indonesian and Singaporean with interesting twists.

I'm so glad that they have hotpot on every Fri, Sat and Sun night too! What makes the hotpot here so special? 

The hotpot here is served up in individual pots with unique designs of little dragons blanket in a sharp shade of royal blue and royal yellow. The pot was quite shallow so the broth needs to be refilled regularly. There were 4 selections of Premium Soup base to choose from! You're allowed to change your soup base here if you want to try other soup too. And.. They're extending their weekend hotpot buffet to 2am on Fridays and Saturdays! Good news for supper lovers - Sounds good right?



4 mouth-watering premium soup flavours to choose from:

1) Signature 5 hour-brewed Imperial Chicken broth 
(Made rich by simmering chicken for hours in a cauldron (Must-Try!!!)

2) Tom Yum Broth - Really Spicy and Sour!

3) Sarawak Laksa Broth

4) Bakso Broth (Indonesian Beef Ball Soup) - A rare soup base (Very tasty, Must-Try too!)

Restaurant entrance






The sofa seats at this area were a little too low for the table.. Not very comfy..





There're alfresco seats too!







Smoked Peking Duck Roll Live Station



There is very nice Ngoh Hiang here besides the smoked peking duck roll! Too engrossed with the duck roll, forgotten to close up the Ngoh Hiang.. :P



With Leeks, Cucumbers & Hoisin Sauce. I really love their smoked peking duck roll here, the sauce was generous and the smoked duck was very very tasty!! Besides the premium soup, I think this is another attraction to come here. Haha! But it was finished around 8pm that day and was not replenished at the station. So grab this early!




Relish them with 12 different kinds of dips comprising of Coriander Chilli, Garlic Chilli, Belacan Chilli, Chilli Padi, Light Soy, Sesame Oil, Coriander Leaves, Chopped Garlic, San-Cha Sauce, Beancurd Paste, Chilli Oil and Garlic Oil.



Assorted Vegetables and Noodles



Beef Shabu



Beancurd Skin with Mushrooms




Fish Dumpling and Prawn Dumpling




Beef Ball and Pork Ball




Fried Beancurd Skin and Fresh Egg




Sotong Ball and Fish Ball



Tiger Prawn and Flower Crab



Clams and Blue Shell Mussel



Crabmeat Sticks and Fuzhou Meatball



Sliced Chicken and Chicken Franks



Yong Tau Foo and Pork Liver




Premium Chicken Broth Made rich by simmering chicken for hours in a cauldron (I must say so far this place serves the best soup after trying at different popular steamboat restaurants. The broth was thick after cooked for hours, very good and tasty - Must-Try!!!)



Additional Order - Durian Pengat ($8.00++)
Their popular dessert here! Luscious durian pulp cocooned in crepe laced with liquid gula Melaka. It was very creative and captivating to see durian pengat wrapped in crepe, with coconut flakes outside! Not forgetting the small little fruits aside, infused with some wine to enhance the fruit taste, super nice! How i wish they can put more fruits and wine....



Overall Impression: Service was very good! Plates were cleared and ice-water were refilled promptly but do understand sometimes the service will be a bit slow when the place is crowded. 

The food selection was simple and nice. I must say so far this place has the best soup after trying at different popular steamboat restaurants!

Usually buffets will include desserts so it will be nice if they can include some desserts like pudding or ice-cream in the buffet to make it a complete meal. 

Note: Their basement carpark is very small, try to arrive earlier for available lot. You can request for a complimentary carpark coupon here but subject to availability.


*Recommended*


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Sunday, 1 March 2015

Semi-Lunch Buffet at LeVeL 33 (8 Marina Boulevard #33-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, Singapore 018981)

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Visited on 17 Feb 2015 (Tues). LeVeL33 is the World's Highest Urban Craft-brewery restaurant, one can experience an exceptional dining experience complete with the best view of Singapore's Marina Bay and city skyline.

Weekday Semi-Lunch Buffet: $33++ per person. (Semi buffet of appetizers and desserts with a choice of Main Course ordered) 

Time: 11.30am - 2.30pm

Note: Drinks are not included

Walk in to take a lift up to level 33!






This is the restaurant entrance when you're up to level 33.






If you're early, you can have a seat here first at their lounge area to enjoy the greenery view..







Level 33's signature craft beers are freshly brewed here using their copper brew house kettle! Choose from Blond Larger, Indian Pale Ale, Stout, House Porter or Wheat Beer.








This seating area has the best city skyline view!









There're two private rooms, with a capacity of up to 11 guests per room, and 26 guests when combined, for sit-down dining. You can hold Private Events here or if you prefer some privacy, you can reserve the seats here ... (Advanced booking required) 










 



Enjoy some crafted beer or wine with stunning view at alfresco!






I like the seats here as there is a ledge at the side that I can put my handbag on it comfortably! :)


Semi buffet of appetizers and desserts 


Very limited selection of desserts.. 




Farmed Cheeses


Smoked Salmon and Shrimps with black pepper - Yummy!



Ham..


Pasta and Salads









Wine Menu


Crafted Beer Menu till 8pm

Blond Lager - 0.3 litre at $9.33
Very Refreshing, smooth, light bodied, slightly fruity craft beer! Best for ladies!









Main Course Menu Selection for Weekday Lunch


Choice of One Main Course: Their Signature Fish & Chips

Tempura of dory fillet, fat cut chips, crushed peas and sauce tartare. I like the super curved up shape of their fish & chips, very presentable! The tempura dory fillet was extremely tender inside and crispy outside but the overall taste was a tad bland. The fat cut chips was decent. This main course is very popular here!



Choice of One Main Course: Weekly Specials - Fishcake
Salmon & cod potato cake, buttered spinach, lemon beurre blanc and tomato caraway relish. Did not expect this to taste good.. The salmon and cod was moist and tender on the inside, and crispy on the outside, complemented well with nice lemon sauce!


Their Ala Carte Dinner Menu
Indulge in an extensive à la carte dinner menu featuring dishes artfully put together that pleases both the eye and palate. LeVeL33’s freshly brewed craft beers and delectable dinner menu are a definite palate pleaser!



Overall Impression: Service was quite good except the long wait for the bill that day, so do ask for the bill earlier.. The main course were quite good. The semi buffet were more to healthy selection, dessert buffet tasted decent but the selection was boring.. Hope to see some improvement in the dessert buffet! 

LeVeL33 has the BEST City Skyline view in Singapore among sky-high restaurants. To be able to dine with such excellent view at affordable prices, LeVeL33 is great for a casual weekday lunch or romantic dinner and drinks on special occasions!


*Recommended*


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