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Anne H
2 reviews on 1 places
Surely their third star is not far behind. The combination of exquisite food, outstanding service, magnificent location and ambiance deserves the recognition.
My husband and I enjoyed a memorable lunch, beginning with gracious and attentive hospitality. After being seated, we were quickly greeted with small hand-held exquisite bitings. After the snacks, we were given the menu and the staff proceeded to set the table with my utensils opposite to the norm. It caught me off guard so I asked about it. During the snack stage, the staff had noticed that I was eating with my left hand and set my placings accordingly. This is the kind of attentiveness and hospitality to which I refer. Also notable is the presence of Chef Stroobant in the dining room, occasionally presenting dishes and casually chatting with guests. We were touched by his warm presence.
The amuse bouche offerings were each little packages of varied flavors, textures and aromas. They were all 4 delectable.
The starters were outstanding—the Australian marron was succulent, as was our lobster and king crab. These three pieces were all accompanied by delicate drizzles of sauces and perfectly matched vegetables. The artistry of each dish was itself gorgeous, as the photos clearly show. The same praise can be said for the main, in our case the Nagasaki Hata, a meaty fish that was moist and flavorful.
We were also impressed with their version of the baba dessert. Rather than soaking in rum, it’s infused with lemongrass. I was happy with the mild, rather than cloying, sweetness of this dessert.
To be honest, prior to dining here, we had already eaten at Singapore’s three Michelin 3-starred restaurants and were not expecting so much. We walked away wondering when Saint Pierre would join that illustrious group. Their food was, in several instances, better than what we experienced elsewhere and all other measures place them at that level. We will definitely return on our next trip to Singapore.
My husband and I enjoyed a memorable lunch, beginning with gracious and attentive hospitality. After being seated, we were quickly greeted with small hand-held exquisite bitings. After the snacks, we were given the menu and the staff proceeded to set the table with my utensils opposite to the norm. It caught me off guard so I asked about it. During the snack stage, the staff had noticed that I was eating with my left hand and set my placings accordingly. This is the kind of attentiveness and hospitality to which I refer. Also notable is the presence of Chef Stroobant in the dining room, occasionally presenting dishes and casually chatting with guests. We were touched by his warm presence.
The amuse bouche offerings were each little packages of varied flavors, textures and aromas. They were all 4 delectable.
The starters were outstanding—the Australian marron was succulent, as was our lobster and king crab. These three pieces were all accompanied by delicate drizzles of sauces and perfectly matched vegetables. The artistry of each dish was itself gorgeous, as the photos clearly show. The same praise can be said for the main, in our case the Nagasaki Hata, a meaty fish that was moist and flavorful.
We were also impressed with their version of the baba dessert. Rather than soaking in rum, it’s infused with lemongrass. I was happy with the mild, rather than cloying, sweetness of this dessert.
To be honest, prior to dining here, we had already eaten at Singapore’s three Michelin 3-starred restaurants and were not expecting so much. We walked away wondering when Saint Pierre would join that illustrious group. Their food was, in several instances, better than what we experienced elsewhere and all other measures place them at that level. We will definitely return on our next trip to Singapore.
Les Amis has received many accolades on Michelin 3-star recognition, and these are absolutely deserved. Having experienced numerous Michelin starred restaurants, we wondered if the Singapore stars were on par with their European counterparts, and they truly are! You will be overwhelmed by a string of gorgeous dishes—beautifully plated and delicious with ingredients sourced from global destinations far and wide. We ate here twice during our Singapore holiday and sampled most of the Summer menu. Our standout favorites were the Blue lobster from Normandy, the Caviar served on petals of Roseval potatoes, Sea urchin soufflé alongside a lobster bisque sauce, and the Watercress velouté, accompanied with foie gras and girolle mushrooms. My main critique is that the starters are all quite large—each one could have been a main dish. On top of the many dishes, their baked goods are absolutely outstanding, as if straight out of a French boulangerie. There’s a wide variety from which to choose and by the end of the 3-hour journey, you’ll have had 4-5 different breads. The petite anchovy croissant, buckwheat roll, baguette, and the fruit bread (that we had with the stronger cheeses) were all perfect.
Their warm hospitality adds to the experience and makes it all the more worthy of a visit. They referred to us by name throughout the meal, and remembered them a week later for our second visit. It adds a familial warmth, and they work extremely hard to make sure that you are pampered. Shaun was someone we will not forget due to his enthusiasm and energy on behalf of our interests, as was Bronson, Noah, Elijah, Joanne and the others whose names I have forgotten. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were surrounded by genuine hospitality.
It will take a bite out of your wallet, costing in the range of US$500 per person. But when you calculate the tremendous costs of maintaining a 3-star rating, it is entirely reasonable. If you want access to exquisite ingredients sourced from faraway regions and creatively molded into delectable dishes, served in a beautiful dining atmosphere by a top-notch staff of well-trained professionals who take tremendous pride in their craftsmanship and service, then this is simply the price of admission to one of the memorable experiences of your lifetime.
Their warm hospitality adds to the experience and makes it all the more worthy of a visit. They referred to us by name throughout the meal, and remembered them a week later for our second visit. It adds a familial warmth, and they work extremely hard to make sure that you are pampered. Shaun was someone we will not forget due to his enthusiasm and energy on behalf of our interests, as was Bronson, Noah, Elijah, Joanne and the others whose names I have forgotten. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were surrounded by genuine hospitality.
It will take a bite out of your wallet, costing in the range of US$500 per person. But when you calculate the tremendous costs of maintaining a 3-star rating, it is entirely reasonable. If you want access to exquisite ingredients sourced from faraway regions and creatively molded into delectable dishes, served in a beautiful dining atmosphere by a top-notch staff of well-trained professionals who take tremendous pride in their craftsmanship and service, then this is simply the price of admission to one of the memorable experiences of your lifetime.