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Restaurant review: Fine caviar and wines at 28 Wilkie

4th September 2018 by Anthia Chng 2 Min Read

https://expatliving.sg/28-wilkie-fine-dining-wines-caviar-review/

We scour the island’s restaurant scene to bring you the new and the noteworthy – it’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it! Here, Anthia Chng checks out a classy dining spot in town, 28 Wilkie.

First impressions:

Housed in a conserved shophouse on 28 Wilkie Road, this undiscovered gem boasts a gorgeous set-up: white walls and simple, classy décor with muted brown and cream accents. Step into the 60-seater and you’ll enter the beautiful lounge, where cosy armchairs and digestifs go hand-in-hand with post-dinner conversations. Although 28 Wilkie is most known for its fine caviar, this dining spot also offers a stellar selection of fine wines and well-executed modern Italian cuisine.

caviar 28 wilkie
Feeling fancy? The restaurant has a neat selection of caviar.

Bite on this:

We kicked things off with the Capesante Con Caviale ($32), featuring perfectly seared Hokkiado scallops, green pea purée, Siberian caviar and a refreshing lemongrass foam. This antipasto dish is a must-try for caviar lovers – those tiny Siberian gems were rich, decadent and entirely exquisite.

Next came a Japanese-inspired risotto ($28), a combination of unagi, crispy seaweed and onion confit. A twist on the popular classic – and a personal favourite, too – this dish was entirely comforting. The rice was perfectly al dente while the crunch from the seaweed added a delicious variation. Another worthy pick is the Dentice Rosso ($32) – red snapper, green pea purée, artichoke and mushroom jus. Featuring crispy, well-seasoned skin and tender meat, this main would be a hit with seafood fans. If you’re out to indulge, go for the Il Wagyu ($52), one of the restaurant’s specialties. According to founder Benjamin Goh, the meat is taken only from the female cow due to the ideal marbling. The dish was a winner, even if it didn’t quite hit the level of tenderness we were expecting.

Oh, one other thing: forget what you think you know about focaccia; 28 Wilkie’s is the best we’ve ever had. Freshly made in-house and served alongside 15-year-old balsamic and extra virgin olive oil, the bread was light, flavourful and incredibly fluffy – stopping at two pieces was a challenge!

fine wine collection
Look forward to premium wines

Drinks and desserts:

Wine connoisseurs and novices alike will appreciate the restaurant’s succinct but on-point wine list. We downed glasses of Campana Barone Prosecco Extra Dry ($20 per glass), a dry, floral pick that was easy on the palate. On the dolci page, expect to find the regular suspects like panna cotta ($18) and crème brûlée ($20). We went for the tiramisu ($18), a classic that didn’t disappoint. The mascarpone filling was the silkiest I’ve tasted, while the espresso and amaretto-soaked biscuits added a strong punch. A delightful mix of sweet, creamy and boozy, it was the perfect way to end the meal.

Last words:

28 Wilkie is a fantastic spot for an intimate dinner date, but you can also book the restaurant space for a private event or a cosy wedding celebration. In fact, my partner and I spent the evening discussing about how lovely it’d be to hold our wedding here – now we’re just waiting for the proposal to happen!

28 Wilkie Road
9776 2828 | 28wilkie.com

 

Like this? There are plenty more restaurant reviews in our Wine & Dine section!

Categories: Western Cuisine Wine & Dine Tags: 28 Wilkie caviar Italian Food Italian Restaurants In Singapore Restaurant Restaurant Recommendations Restaurant Review Restaurant Reviews Restaurants Singapore Restaurants Singapore Wine Wine Wine And Dine

Anthia Chng

Born and bred on this little red dot, Anthia is obsessed with all things beauty and food. When she's not trawling the web for the latest makeup launches and best hair salons, she's busy sussing out the hottest restaurants and bars to visit. Occasionally, she writes about her Muay Thai and baking adventures, too.

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