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Grub Singapore Review

#grubsg screen of live feed from instagram

Grub just opened in May this year at my beloved Bishan Park. I heard lots of friends saying that the queue for a table was insane long, so I didn't pay them a visit till now. The favorite thing I like is that they have this screen at the alfresco area that flashes up pictures. Initially I thought they just showed the food that is on the menu, but on further inspection, I saw that they are instagrams posted by patrons of grub. So i posted a picture of our group with a hashtag #grubsg. Halfway through the meal I spotted the picture that I had posted on the screen !! Excitedly I ran to take a picture of it and thus the next picture is a picture of me taking a picture of it.

taking a picture of our picture on the screen

I feel this was the most exciting part of the night. Makes it a memorable experience and like we were playing a part in everyone else's dining experience. I highly encourage you to hashtag #grubsg when you are there and look out for your picture as it comes up on the screen.

alfresco dining area

Grub doesn't take reservations so you have to go there and put your name down. They also don't allow you to queue outside the restaurant, thus we took the time to enjoy a nice stroll around the park. Was surprised that we only had to wait for about half an hour before receiving a phone call saying that our table was ready. I enjoyed that we sat at the alfresco area as it was a cooling night with a beautiful breeze. They have an indoor seating area which would be suitable for hot afternoons.

Iced honey lime juice

The homemade iced honey lime juice was refreshing. I especially like the smell which reminded me of my favorite dessert Ice Jelly.

Mushroom Risotto

King salmon on top of risotto

Was unimpressed with their risotto as the look of it just doesn't seem appetizing to me and it was quite salty too. On the other hand, the burgers are a much better choice.

Fish burger

There is a very generous piece of fish on the fish burger. Probably the best looking of all the things we ordered because it looked like a sumptuous portion.

I decided on their signature Grub Burger and it was pretty good. I would definitely order the burger again. Then came dessert time ! We just can't resist our sweet tooth. Everything sounded really yummy so we ordered 3 desserts to share.

Chocolate pot with spicy crumble

This is a chocolate pot with a spicy crumble. I really loved the chocolate texture and the spiciness of the crumble added a surprising element to the dessert. When eating it together, there is a lingering warmth left in the mouth.

Waffle with banana, salty caramel, chocolate saue

I am predisposed to bananas so I really loved this banana waffle served with salted caramel and chocolate sauce. The waffle texture is the way I like it, abit crispy on the outside and soft and sweet on the inside. See how big are the bananas. Could enjoy a big chunk with every bite.

Churros

Someone was eager to try the churros but I didn't find it especially delicious as the texture and flavor weren't really to my liking. Haven't eaten good churros in Singapore before.

Desserts

Grub Review Bishan Park

Opening hours: 

Tues - Fri 5.30pm - 10.30pm

Sat, Sun and PH 9.00am - 2.30pm and 5.30pm - 10.30pm

Kitchen closes at 2pm and 9:45pm daily.

Closed on Mondays and the last Tuesday of every month.

No dogs or other pets allowed. 

 Nearest MRT is Bishan and you can take bus 52 or 410 from the bus interchange 

By car, park at the carpark beside Bishan Park Secondary School.

Check out their menu here at Grub Menu Bishan Park

or their website at grub.com.sg

Grub Menu Bishan Park

Weekend Brunch
last order at 2pm
Fries $5
- aioli
Chili con carne $8
- sour cream, corn chips
Truffled egg cocotte $7
- crispy parma ham, toasted focaccia      
Compressed tomato salad  $7
- feta, rocket, pine nuts
Roasted portobello $10
- rocket, cherry tomato salsa
French toast $12
- garlic pork sausage, strawberries, sour cream, maple syrup
Beef & Guinness pie $12
- mash, side salad
* Additional add-ons - focaccia/ corn chips $2
Grub breakfast set $15
- with a coffee/tea/homemade or canned drink
- grilled focaccia, scrambled eggs, mushrooms, side salad
- choice of breakfast beef or garlic pork sausage
* Top up to enjoy Liberty Hot Coffee or Mammann Teas $2.50
Grub cheeseburger $11
- 100% freshly minced beef patty, Monterey Jack cheese
Pork steak burger $12
- apples, cashew chimichurri
Crispy fish burger $12
- crumbed fish fillet, remoulade
* Optional add-ons- Monterey Jack cheese/ caramelized onions/ fried egg $2 each
- portobello/ chili con carne/ parma ham $3 each

Appetizers
last order at 945pm
Fries $5
- aioli
Chili con carne $8
- sour cream, corn chips
Caramelized onion gratin $7
- egg, toasted focaccia
Truffled egg cocotte $7
- crispy parma ham, toasted focaccia      
Compressed tomato salad  $7
- feta, rocket, pine nuts
* Additional add-ons - focaccia/corn chips $2

Mains
Grub cheeseburger $11
- 100% freshly minced beef patty, Monterey Jack cheese
Pork steak burger $12
- apples, cashew chimichurri
Grilled chicken thigh burger $10.50
- peanut butter aioli, fried enoki
Pulled beef burger $11
- fried egg, mustard sauce
Crispy fish burger $12
- crumbed fish fillet, remoulade
* Optional add-ons- Monterey Jack cheese/ caramelized onions/ fried egg $2 each
- portobello/ chili con carne/ parma ham $3 each
Risotto $10.50
- parma ham crumble, shimeiji mushroom
Grilled chicken leg $15
- honeyed feta, roasted peppers, mash, rocket & corn salsa
Pan-seared king salmon $15
- risotto, cashew chimichurri
Slow roasted pork belly $15
- mango sauce, mash, cherry tomatoes salsa
Grilled steak & fries $18.50
- grass-fed ribeye, watercress, mustard sauce
Roasted portobello $10
- rocket, cherry tomato salsa

Desserts
available all day
Panna cotta $6.50
- mango sauce, basil seeds
Chocolate pots $8
- dark chocolate pudding, spicy cashew praline crumble
Gelato $3.50/scoop
- french vanilla/ dark chocolate/ hazelnut
Belgium waffle with
- butter, maple syrup $6.50
- gelato $8
- grilled- banana, salty caramel and dark chocolate sauce $9
Churros $8
- dark chocolate, tangy creme anglaise
Affogato $5.50

Beverages
Homemade drinks
- Iced lemon tea $2.50
- Iced honey lime juice $2.50
100% juices/ canned drinks
- Apple $3
- Orange $3
- Mango $3
- Coke/ Diet Coke/ Sprite $2.50

Coffee & Tea
Liberty Coffee
- Espresso $3/$4(double)
- Long Black $3.50
- Cappuccino $4.50
- Latte $4.50
- Iced White Coffee $6
- Mocha $5/ $6(iced)
- Chocolate $5/ $6 (iced)

Dammann French Tea $5 per pot
Breakfast
Peppermint
Green Tea
Earl Grey
Chamomile

Ciders $13 per bottle
Thatchers Gold Cider (UK) 500ml
- a flagship classic cider with a smooth apple taste and a bright sparkle
Thatchers Green Goblin (UK) 500ml
- cider apples matured in century old oak vats rich and fruity
Thatchers Pear Cider (UK) 500ml
- full flavored from beautiful English pears, sweet aroma with hint of honey

Honey Crafted Beers $10 per bottle
Monteith's Summer Ale (New Zealand) 330ml
- smooth with a tinge of spice and honeyed finish
Monteith's Radler Bier (New Zealand) 330ml
- light hoppy notes with tangy citrus finish
Monteith's Single Source Lager (New Zealand) 330ml
- soft bitterness with citrus and pine aroma that ends of a sharp dry note
Magic Hat #9 Pale Ale (USA) 335ml
- honeyed sweet spice, mild hop bitterness with fruity ripen apricot 
Estaminet Pilsner (Belgium) 330ml
- soft water, 100% summer barley, distinctive yeast and prized Saaz hops
Crabbie's Alcoholic Ginger Beer (UK) 330ml
- crispness from fresh fiery ginger, with citrus hops and exotic spices
Crabbie's Spiced Orange Alcoholic Ginger Beer (UK) 330ml
- original Crabbie's recipe with natural infusions of orange and delicious spices
Heart of Darkness (USA) 335ml
- inky-black stout, smooth, round palate, bittersweet chocolate

Grub Menu Singapore

 

Visit their website at Grub Singapore (Bishan Park)

Macritchie Reservoir Mushroom Cafe

We are so lucky to live in a country which is so developed as a city and business centre, and yet still be surrounded with lots of greenery and nature. Really easy to get away from the hustle and bustle and retreat to nature for awhile.

 If you don't want to hang out with the greenery, you can go to Mushroom Cafe and hang out. The alfresco dining area within Macritchie Reservoir gives you a relaxing feeling that will definitely take your mind off the daily tensions and stress. They also serve healthy food which is good because I feel that good food always makes me feel lighter. The food is easier to digest and I'm more energetic afterwards.

So if you're wondering what to eat when you're at Macritchie Reservoir, of if you're looking for a nice place to relax and have a nice meal.... do visit 

Macritchie Reservoir Cafe

To get there by Bus, 52, 74, 93, 130, 132, 156, 157, 162, 165, 166, 167, 852, 855, 980.
Alight along Lornie Road at the bus-stop in front of MacRitchie Reservoir Park.

If driving, entrance to the MacRitchie Reservoir Park car park is along Lornie Road.

Nearest MRT station at Marymount MRT (Circle line) located 2km away from MacRitchie Reservoir Park.

To take a look at their menu click here Mushroom Cafe Macritchie Reservoir Menu

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Mookata Upper Thomson Thai Me Up

Mookata Upper Thomson

Was really excited to see this new Mookata stall because my family have never tried it before and it would be fun to eat it together since it's traditionally a gathering food in Thailand. I'm not good at remembering stall names but this one is quite quirky... 'Thai Me Up".

Look out for the signboard

I liked this write up that is written by the boss of the shop. Gave a heartwarming feeling.

heartfelt message from Andrew

Mookata literally means pork skillet in Thai.
It is one of the favourite get-together meals in Thailand.
What attracted me was the bond it creates among people.
Friends would criticise the food/chilli together or love it.
Family members would boast about "ah"  I can  make a better one.
Whether good or bad, there is communication.
I really hope to bring this harmony between you and your loved ones!
and of course good food.
Thus, I present to you, Mookata

Andrew
Thai Me Up Group 

Pricing menu

We ordered an Original set to share among 5 people. Though the portion didn't seem very big, we were surprisingly full after finishing our drinks. The power of water expanding the food in your stomach.

meat

veg, tanghoon and egg included

Always start with the lard in the centre

start cooking on bbq and in soup

flip meat till well cooked

My dad was so creative. Because the Mookata soup gets quite salty after the meat juices flow in, and also the egg is quite hard to eat when beaten in the soup, my dad suggested pouring the egg over the cooked meat to make an omelette. Best idea ever ! I posted a video of it on Instagram.

Chan Jin Mookata ! Which means I eat Mookata in Thai. hehheh I hope I remember correctly :p

Overall the food is not great in my opinion, but definitely something new to try out close to home :)

Mookata Thomson Thai Me Up

visit at 

236 Upper Thomson Road Red House Coffeeshop

 Singapore 574367

Fat Boys Thomson Review

look out for this

This isn't my first time eating here. Fat Boys is my Upper Thomson go-to place for burgers now. Pretty much my anywhere go-to place when I crave burgers because it's conveniently located. Love that there is straight bus for my friends to come here for dinner. 410 from Bishan. 163 from Toa Payoh or Sengkang. 166/162/132/130 from Ang Mo Kio. 165 from Hougang. Just to make my point that it is very accessible.

Fat Boys Interior

They use a black, red and white theme which can never really go wrong. Creative direction chosen by men probably? The layout is modern while the music playing gives it a retro American diner feel similar to what you'd expect at Billy Bombers. Overall the ambience is good as it doesn't come off too tacky. Very acceptable as a hangout place for me.

The menu is so filled with words I had challenge reading through it all. Ended up choosing my burger based on the names because I was too hungry. We selected the Fat Basterd and Swiss Shroom. I'm not very particular about the different types of buns and cheeses, but I might create my very own burger by adding different things together the next time.

Here's the Fat Basterd. Double beef chuck goodness. The juicy patties are perfection. Juicy and just the right flavor. #nuffsaid #justeat

Fat Boys Fat Basterd

Here's the Swiss Shroom. Didn't manage to get a picture of the juicy Shitake Mushrooms hidden under that holey looking piece of cheese but they were really generous with the mushrooms. I really liked the wholemeal bun which it came in too. Or was it the garlic aioli sauce spread on the bun? It was very tasty to me. 

Fat Boys Swiss Shroom

Kinda feel bad cos 3 of us shared 2 burgers. But the Fat Basterd really is too much for one person to eat. You can choose the Wimpy version of it, which has one beef patty instead of two. Not that I'm on a diet or anything but the portion really is quite big and comes with fries too. Overeating makes me feel so uncomfortable and bloated so have to follow what my body needs. Don't want to end up looking like the Fat Boys mascot anyway who just looks unhappy. Healthy body is a happy body :)

Fat Boys Thomson Opening Hours

Craving for awesome juicy burgers? Try Fat Boys out for yourself.

187 Upper Thomson Road

Singapore 574335

62528780

Monday- Thursday 4pm- midnight 

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12pm- midnight

we highly recommend it !

The prices are reasonable also because of the location, and it's not air-conditioned. But the place is well ventilated with fans and I didn't feel sweaty or stuffy. To check out their prices see my other post Fat Boys Thomson Menu

Fat Boys Thomson Menu

You're looking for burgers. Soft bun, tasty cheese and of course a great meat patty. I don't get why their mascot looks so unhappy (picture below). Maybe someone stole a bite of his burger haha.

Specialty Burgers
*Homemade using chilled Australian chuck tender*
*All burgers served with fries and done Medium Well unless otherwise instructed*
Royale with Cheese $12
the classic cheeseburger with our hand crafted beef patty, aged cheddar cheese and smothered with BBQ sauce and onion marmalade on a sesame seed bun
Fat Basterd $18
double beef chuck patties, chewy bacon, cheddar cheese, a fried egg and homemade Fatboys BBQ sauce on a sesame bun
Wimpy $14.50
(choice of Beef/Pork/Lamb)
single version of the Fat Basterd but the bestest selling burger just yet
Swiss Shroom $13
Beef chuck patty, sauteed Shitake mushrooms, melted swiss cheese with garlic aioli on a wholemeal bun
The Elvis $11
bacon stuffed Pork patty, grilled bananas and creamy peanut butter on a honey oat bun
Bleu Peppercorn $12.50
beef chuck patty coated in crushed black pepper topped with crispy onion ring and homemade blue cheese dressing on a sesame bun
Big Bello $11.80
(vegetarian)
grilled portobello in balsamic vinegar, caramelised onions, grilled peppers, pineapple, melted monterey jack cheese, smoked chipotle sauce on a whole meal bun
Bushtucker $15
beef chuck patty, chewy bacon, melted swiss cheese, beets, topped with wild arugala and garlic aioli on a whole meal bun
Holy Caesar $12
grilled seasoned chicken, chewy bacon on a bed of romaine lettuce, sprinkles on parmesan and topped with homemade caesar dressing on a sesame bun
Jamaican Me Hungry $13
jerk seasoned bacon stuffed Pork patty topped with sundried tomatoes, chewy bacon and homemade coleslaw and smothered with mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun
The Burgatory $13
beef chuck patty topped with our signature spicy Chili Queso and juicy jalapenos on a sesame seed bun
Bolly Wooly $12
juicy lamb patty on a bed of lettuce and tomato, smothered with homemade curry remoulade and topped mango chutney on a honey oat bun
Mahalo $12.50
Bacon stuffed pork patty, caramelised onions, grilled pineapple, melted monterey jack cheese and creamy mayo on a sesame seed bun

Best of the Rest
Chicken Caesar Salad $11.50
Southwest BBQ Salad $12.50
Mighty Mighty Meatballs $16.50
Country Fried Steak $18
Grilled Salmon Fillet $16.50
Honey Stung Fried Chicken and Waffle $16.50
Breakfast Fry Up $12.50
Bangers and Mash $12
Chicken Mac and Cheese $13
Fish N Chips $14
Honey Mustard Chicken Kebab $16.80

Dawgs and Subs
The Stiffee Foot-Long $13.50
Philly Cheese Steak $13
Toasted Bacon & Cheese $11.50
Chicken Honey Mustard $12.50
*All sandwiches served with fries*

Sweets
Waffles (with butter and maple syrup) $5
Waffles (with icecream) $7.50
Brownie with ice cream $7
Apple crumble with ice cream $7
Ice cream (assorted flavors) $3.50

Appetizers
Soup of the day $5
Chili Cheese Fries $7.50
Disco Fries $7
Beer Battered Onion Rings $7.50
Smoked Bacon Sausages $11
Spicy Hot Drumlets $11
Chili Queso and Corn Chips $9.50
Beer Battered Calamari $10.50
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks $10
Mix Sausage Platter $15

Thick Malt Shakes
Assorted flavors $7
Add ons
Peanut Butter $0.50
Nutella $0.50
Mashmallows $1
Crushed Oreo $1
Banana $0.50
Caramel $0.50
Baileys alcohol $4.50
Kahlua alcohol $4.50

Bottled Beers
Satan Gold $15
Arrogant Bastard $14
Little Creatures Bright Ale $12
Coopers Pale Ale $12
Kilkenny Irish Ale $14
Guinness Draft Surger $14
Samuel Adams $12
Pure Blonde Low Carb $12
Rekordelig Pear Cider $15
Rekordelig Wild Berries Cider $15

Refreshments
Coca Cola $3.50
Diet Coke $3.50
Sprite $3.50
Root Beer $3.50
Ginger Beer $3.50
Lemon Lime Bitter $3.50
Mineral Water $1.50
Lime Juice $3.50
Orange Juice $3.50
Cranberry Juice $3.50
Homemade Iced Tea $3.50
Coffee/Tea $3.50

Floats
Root Beer Float $5.50
Coke Float $5.50
Sprite Float $5.50

Wines
House Red 8
House White 8

Draft Beers
Stella Artois $7 half pint / $13.50 pint / $26.50 jug
Hoegaarden $8 half pint / $14.50 pint / n.a jug

Build Your Own Burger
Bun
Sesame Seed Bun $1.50
Whole Meal Bun $1.80
Honey Oat Bun $1.80

Patty
Beef $8.80
Lamb $8.80
Pork $8
Grilled Chicken $7.50
Salmon $8.80

Add-ons
Bacon $2
Chili Queso $3
Guacamole $1.50
Fried Egg $1.50
Sauteed Shitake Mushroom $1.80
Portobello Mushroom $4.50
Sundried Tomatoes $2
Wild Arugula $1.50
Beetroot $1
Caramelized Onions $1
Onion Marmalade $1
Grilled Bananas $1
Grilled Pineapple $1
Pickles $1
Jalapeno $1
Cheddar Cheese $1.50
Swiss Cheese $1.50
Monterey Jack Cheese $1.80

Sauces
Fatboys Homemade BBQ $1
Wasabi Mayonnaise $1
Honey Mustard $1
Caesar Dressing $0.80
Roasted Garlic Aioli $0.80
Smoked Chipotle $1
Curry Remoulade $0.80
Bleu Cheese Dressing $1.50
Peanut Butter $0.50
Mango Chutney $0.80
Nutella $0.50

Fat Boys Burger Thomson Menu

I've listed out the menu above. But here's a picture of what the menu looks like. Wide variety and lots to choose from. See how they crammed so many words into one piece of menu. You can even mix and match to create your very own burger in 4 simple steps.
step 1: Choose your bun
step 2: Choose the meat patty
step 3: Add on any extras like cheese, bacon, egg etc
step 4: Top off with a sauce

big selection on the food page

drinks and DIY burger menu

Address: 187 Upper Thomson Rd, Singapore 574335

Phone:6252 8780

Hours:

 

Monday	4:00 pm – 12:00 am
Tuesday	4:00 pm – 12:00 am
Wednesday	4:00 pm – 12:00 am
Thursday	4:00 pm – 12:00 am
Friday	12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Saturday	12:00 pm – 12:00 am

Sunday

12:00 pm – 12:00 am