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2010-08-25
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New Garo is located @ Chun Tin Road, along the stretch of Food eateries in Upper Bukit Timah Road(Opp. Beauty wORld). They have been there for quite a few yrs , serving affordable japanese food. The interior is quite cosy, just like a typical japanese eatery.Do try their Japanese Bentos, available in different choices and they are very popular among the patrons here. They do have an ala-carte menu and daily specials written on the whiteboard.I started off by having this SUGI BELLY SASHIMI (KINGF
Do try their Japanese Bentos, available in different choices and they are very popular among the patrons here. They do have an ala-carte menu and daily specials written on the whiteboard.
I started off by having this SUGI BELLY SASHIMI (KINGFISH BELLY)
I actually wanted the hamachi belly sashimi but it is not available today thus I had this kingfish belly sashimi. 8 pcs of kingfish belly cut into thin slices and served with shiso leaves and daikon. The fish is quite fresh.
Agedashi Tofu
I was a little taken aback by the big portion of Agedashi tofu served. 4 pcs of deep-fried tofu served in a pot with some mirin and special sauce. I like the crispy skin despite being ”soaked” with the sauce. They topped it with some benito flakes and spring onions which was good with the tofu. The tofu is soft on the inside and crispy on the outside but I would prefer it to be warmer.
Deep-fried Mekajiki Skin
This is my favourite! Instead of the salmon skin commonly served in Japanese restaurants, they have mekajiki skin(swordfish) which is something different. Particularly, I love fish skins, regardless of what type of fish. The skin is one of the fattiest part besides the belly and it is packed with collagen (good for skin). The swordfish skin is cut into thin strips, coat with some salt, pepper and flour & deep-fried till crispy. It was just like eating keropok… so addictive! I pop the fish skins in my mouth and in less than 5 mins, I finished the whole plate of it! You can dip it with mayonnaise or simply enjoy the salt and pepper seasoning.
Yasai Itame
This is basically stir-fried mixed vegetables. Japanese styled stir-fried vegetables would consist of capsicums, onions, cabbage, beansprouts and mushrooms. The Yasai Itame is not too bad, fragrant bits of garlic & the vegatable are crunchy and not oily.
The verdict: Do try the value for $ Japanese Bentos. The portions are really huge and well-value for $. Each bentos cost btw $20-$25 which comes with rice, soup, mains, deep-fried items and fruits.
The service here is attentive and friendly. Do ask for recommendations if you are not sure what to order.
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