One of the benefits of being in Bangkok for five weeks was the luxury of time to go out and explore, which was what I had the chance to do and discover a real…
One of the benefits of being in Bangkok for five weeks was the luxury of time to go out and explore, which was what I had the chance to do and discover a really solid Thai restaurant called Kru Sai Thip north of the main Bangkok city. It is still considered in Bangkok, but it is further up north (closer to Chatuchak) which meant getting a Grab car. However, it was not a long ride - about 40 minutes from Terminal 21. There's a mix of indoors and mostly open-air dining spaces in the airy and greenery filled restaurant that's bustling with staff.
Huge koi fishes surround the walk ways too. It's a good thing there are no otter gangs hanging around.
There's a huge book of dishes for you to peruse but I always like having a fresh coconut, especially in Thailand and in the warm afternoons! 5/5
Between me and two friends, we ordered quite a lot of dishes. Prices were higher than normal street food of course but still much more affordable compared to Singaporean zichar prices. We had the fried vermicelli (glass noodles) with stinky beans, which was super umami with the dried shrimp and bits of egg. Granted I think the petai (stinky beans) is an acquired taste, but they were too offensive here! 4/5
We also tried the Thai local vegetables, the stir-fried bai liang with egg. This dish actually tastes strangely familiar but the bai liang leaves has a slight bitterness that's perfectly balanced with the salty sweet of the stir fry sauces. It is a must-try. 5/5
We also got the sweet and sour chicken with cashews, this was also so good. The sticky sweet and slightly sour sauce was super appetising and paired great with the Thai jasmine rice. There were no misses so far! 4/5
We also ordered the seafood tom yum soup, of course. No trip to Thailand is complete without this (and green curry). We asked for less spicy (for my sake) and it was the perfect amount of sour and spicy! There were so much ingredients as well. 4/5
This was some sort of chicken curry - I forgot what it is called, but it was really delicious with the depth of flavour from the aromatics used, contrasted with pops of those fresh peas. It was again the perfect dish to go with some rice. 4/5
On my second trip up with another two friends, we ordered the crispy pork belly with garlic. This also hit the spot so well with the uber spicy green chilli dip and that deliciously garlicky and crispy pork. 4/5
Dessert, which was the mango with glutinous rice ice cream, is a MUST TRY. This was their take on the mango sticky rice, except the rice here was made into glutinous rice ice cream with bits of it still in the creamy, coconutty ice cream. The mango was so sweet and fragrant too. What a perfect ending.
If you are there, don't forget to check out the IG-worthy garden and mini waterfall at the back!
There is also an air-conditioned cafe if you want another drink in a cooler room.
I would highly recommend coming up to Kru Sai Thip if you want to taste hearty, authentic communal Thai food. While it is slightly further out, it is not bad if you are going to Chatuchak Market before or after.
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Kru Sai Thip Restaurant
Nak Niwat Rd, Khwaeng Lat Phrao, Wang Thonglang, Bangkok 10310, Thailand
Mon-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 10pm
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This review is long overdue, but I visited The Feather Blade at Tanjong Pagar for dinner with a friend last year sometime in April, as I was drawn by their reputation for affordable steak options and tried (and liked) the Flat Iron in London. Located in a shophouse along the bustling Tanjong Pagar Road, this compact steak, burger and cocktail bar promises an accessible luxury dining experience.
The restaurant is housed in a cosy shophouse setting with neon lighting and hip decor that gives it a modern, trendy vibe. However, the small space means noise levels can get quite high, making extended conversations somewhat challenging. The atmosphere feels more casual fast-food than fine dining, which sets expectations for the meal ahead. Upon being seated, we were pleasantly surprised to receive complimentary popcorn with a curry seasoning. This unassuming starter turned out to be incredibly addictive – the perfect nibble while perusing the menu!
For our meal, we ordered a selection of items to share, starting with the mac and cheese (S$14) which had a nice consistency but was ultimately quite average, lacking that rich, complex cheese flavour that elevates this classic comfort dish. It felt more like a side dish than something that could stand on its own. 3/5
The Spinach (S$9) was competently prepared but unremarkable. It did serve its purpose as a green accompaniment to our proteins, providing some balance to the meal and it was fun to mix the runny egg yolk in. 3/5
Their signature 200g Feather Blade steak (S$25) came with herb butter and smoke salt. The meat was indeed soft and tender as promised, cooked to a perfect medium-rare. The steak itself had a mild beefy flavour, with the herb butter adding some welcome richness. For the price point, it was well-executed, though it lacked the depth of flavour you might find at more premium establishments. 3.5/5
I did like the cutlery for the steak though! The mini cleaver was a gimmicky but cute touch.
Next, we had the O.G. (S$22) burger that featured a 200g Feather Blade patty, bearnaise sauce, shallots in brioche buns. While the beef patty was properly cooked, the overall flavour profile was somewhat one-dimensional. I found myself wishing for stronger flavours or perhaps some smokiness to elevate it beyond just being a decent burger. 3/5
We finished with the Rose Tiramisu (S$16), which was their only dessert offering. This was disappointing – predominantly sweet without the complexity or balance you'd expect from a good tiramisu. The rose element didn't add much beyond a faint floral note. At S$16, this felt overpriced for what it delivered. 2.5/5
While The Feather Blade offers decent, affordable steak options in a trendy setting, the mild flavours across all dishes and the casual fast-food approach to service and ambiance made the overall experience less compelling than I had hoped. Despite the affordable pricing, I found myself thinking I might prefer to save up a bit more for a steakhouse that delivers more robust flavours and a more complete dining experience.
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The Feather Blade
61 Tg Pagar Rd, Singapore 088482
Dinner daily from 5.30PM to 10.30PM
Lunch from 11.45AM to 2.30PM from Wed to Sun
Reserve on Sevenrooms
This review is long overdue, but I visited The Feather Blade at Tanjong Pagar for dinner with a friend last year sometime in April, as I was drawn by their r…
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