808 Eating House — Former fine-dining chef opens vibrant eatery serving South-East Asian delicacies at Joo Chiat

Looking for a spot to have inventive meals with a jazzy atmosphere excellent for a get-together? Look no additional than 808 Eating House, which is situated at Joo Chiat!

Having opened in early Mar 2023, 808 Eating House is sort of a brand new institution. However, their superb critiques up to now present their recognition. Advertised as a informal and alluring eatery, 808 Eating House intends to supply creative, massive dishes, designed for sharing amongst family and friends.

The founder, Chef Eugene Chee, needed to shift away from the fine-dining scene after working at established tremendous eating eating places like 3-Michelin starred Atelier Crenn and Bar Crenn in San Francisco and Magic Square in Singapore. His credibility isn’t any joke!

Following his roots, he envisioned a pleasantly informal place for folks to get pleasure from progressive recreations of South-East Asian flavours. An area for family and friends to eat some good grub and have a memorable time— doesn’t that sound pretty? We determined to verify 808 Eating House out, curious as to what Chef Eugene and his group has in retailer. And we weren’t let down for positive!

Appetisers are extraordinarily necessary, as they set the temper and expectations for the diners all through the expertise. 808 Eating House opened with a bang, serving out Pickled Quail Eggs (S$6) and Crispy Baby Squid (S$16).

The Pickled Quail Eggs packed an acidic and savoury punch, due to its black vinegar coating. We agreed that it made for a bomb-like snack, and labored incredible as an appetiser. The Crispy Baby Squid was coated in gentle batter of potato starch, making every chunk ethereal but crunchy, and paired properly with the buttery, mayo-like squid ink aioli.

The 2 different dishes that left us glad had been the Sweet XL Clams (S$24) and Buah Keluak Pork Belly (S$26). The hua-tiao broth that accompanied the Sweet XL Clams reminded us of Chinese fish head soup and the tablespoon-sized clams had been large They positive weren’t kidding about it being XL!

The Buah Keluak Pork Belly blew our thoughts, leaving us dazed from that wealthy umami hit. If we had been to explain it, it had been be if buah keluak was crafted right into a sauce and paired with fork-tender pork stomach. Those who adore Peranakan flavours are positive to soften for this dish!

To finish the meal at 808 Eating House on a excessive notice, Chef Eugene served 2 desserts: a brand new merchandise, Honeydew Sorbet, and the Ice Cream Sandwich (S$12). The Honeydew Sorbet was tremendous shiok, calming us from the salty excessive earlier.

The sandwich wafers from the Ice Cream Sandwich had been identical to those given from the ice cream uncle’s push cart, which evoked many nostalgic recollections. This dessert had depth when it comes to a wide range of flavours— it was salty from the mushroom crumbles, whereas the earthiness from the black sesame introduced the dessert to higher heights. We totally loved the slight contact of mint, which elevated it additional.

Bored of the same old dishes and need to attempt one thing that may blow your thoughts? 808 Eating House would positively must be your subsequent vacation spot. Be positive to deliver a pair extra mouths to attempt extra of their menu too!

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