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For more pictures, do check out my blog post at: http://melicacy.com/?p=4474 Convenience is key. You don’t have to wander far from the Raffles Place MRT Station to arrive at Dallas Restaurant and Bar –it is just a few steps away from the ‘starting point’ of the lively stretch of Boat Quay’s riverfront restaurants where the office crowds, tourists and expats congregate at.Occupying the first floor is an alfresco dining area and bar. The furnishings match the kitchen’s intent –decidedly Texas-styl
Convenience is key. You don’t have to wander far from the Raffles Place MRT Station to arrive at Dallas Restaurant and Bar –it is just a few steps away from the ‘starting point’ of the lively stretch of Boat Quay’s riverfront restaurants where the office crowds, tourists and expats congregate at.
Occupying the first floor is an alfresco dining area and bar. The furnishings match the kitchen’s intent –decidedly Texas-style.
If you’re planning on having an urban Dallas Cowboy themed party, you’re on the right track.
Walk up the stairs, and you’ll be in for a surprise. A contrast to the urban cowboy’s den on the first floor, a charming restaurant takes up the second floor, radiating a classy yet cosy vibe.
Starters and Bar Snacks
Salt and Pepper Calamari ($14)The Salt and Pepper Calamari is stunning –far exceeding my expectations. The squid is plump and isn’t overly chewy; it is encased in an utterly delicious golden batter that isn’t too greasy.
When served with a slice of lemon and a dollop of chilli mayonnaise, calamari transfigures into something better than your typical battered squid rings.
Breaded Mushrooms ($12)
The Breaded Mushroom is a personal favourite.
The morsel will burst with earthy fragrant juices in your mouth upon the first bite, and melted cheese slowly coating your palate with salty creamy goodness.
Highly addictive. I wanted more.
Chicken Tikka with Coriander Mint Sauce ($12)
Chicken pieces are marinated in curry yoghurt sauce and char-grilled to perfect tenderness.
Deeply flavoured, it comes with a coriander mint sauce if you’d like an extra hit of refreshing piquancy.
Mains
Crunchy Honey Mustard Bacon Salad ($17)
Mixed leaves, tomato, crispy bacon and avocado topped with honey mustard dressing
I don’t like salads, and I will not order salad at a restaurant.
But, the Crunchy Honey Mustard Bacon Salad left me wanting more.
Love the honey mustard dressing –though not the healthiest dressing, at least it got me to eat my greens. Love the thick slices of avocado –adding that needed creaminess without the guilt. The bacon was crispy till the very last piece at the bottom –lending a much desired crunchy texture and saltiness to the salad.
Avocado Chicken Parmigiana ($23)The Avocado Chicken Parmigiana looks like an adaptation of a Mexican dish, executed in a Texas style.
This dish is heavily sinful, but it is pure comfort food. It is a dish that you can stuff your face with after a break-up. Of course, if you’re already in good spirits, this dish will make you feel even happier!
Baby Back Berry and Fiery Ribs (½ rack $24, full rack $32)Slowly braised pork ribs served with red cabbage slaw and potato wedges
The award-winning ribs were clearly the stars in the restaurant’s repertoire.
Forget the mediocre burgers. Order the ribs. That’s where Texan cuisine shines.
Thanks OpenRice for organising this awesome lunch session.
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