Cheval Chi Bao

Visited Cheval Chi Bao because they were listed on burpple beyond 1 for 1. First impression was mehh already right after enquiring with staff A what we could order using burpplebeyond. Staff A informed us the free item was for the mains only, and customers need to order a chicken/pork/beef dish that is at least $15.8++ value to even get the free mains. Upon hearing this, we were all ready to walk off. But decided later on to stay. When ordering later on, we got another staff B to come take our orders and upon trying our luck to enquire again, this time round staff B replies on what items could apply for burpple beyond was completely different from that of staff A! We could in the end order two mains using 1 for 1 burpplebeyond with staff A. While i understand restaurant can have diff practice for burpplebeyond, this should be stated clearly in the app if they want it that way. In addition, the staff should also be giving the same replies on how the 1 for 1 should be treated. So because of this, our appetite was already spoiled even before the meal came as we were still uncertain throughout our meal whether the 1 for 1 offer will be granted since different staff said different things and we werent sure which staff had the final say over payment matters lol 🙄

Anw this was what we had
- signature truffle fried rice ($13.80++): while special and unique, my only gripe was that there is no meat or seafood in it. Basically just egg fried rice with truffle taste

- seafood fried mee sua ($13.80++): was surprised by the amount of seafood in this. There was squid, prawn and slices fish! Tastes like xin zhou fried beehoon! Would have preferred if sambal chilli was given! But at this point, we were already trying to avoid unnecessary conversation with the staff and just wanted to faster finish eating and leave

So if anyone intends to dine here using the burpple beyond 1 for 1 to get two mains (rice/noodles etc) dishes, best to clarify before heading down.

Honestly when the Teochew yam paste was served, I thought it would be disappointing because of the load of coconut milk added and could possibly have overpowered the original taste of the root. Traditionally, teochew yam paste shouldn’t have be “flooded” by coconut milk. However, I must say that the yam paste itself here was really scrumptious. The consistency was excellently controlled, smooth with bits of yam and not overly sweet. As I mixed the coconut milk in, the coconut milk, instead, contributed an aromatic creaminess that was complementing. Definitely worth trying! Only downside is that it doesn’t come in individual portion but a sharing size for 3 to 4 pax.

1-for-1 with #burpplebeyond!

Deals like this make my folks very happy because how often do you find proper restaurants serving zi char and at the same time, you get 1-for-1 deals? Unfortunately they didn’t have the signature roast chicken but the signature champagne pork ribs turned out just as delightful. Although the meat was a little tough to chew off the rib, the overall taste was still quite delectable especially the alluring glaze. Kids will probably love this for its sweetness.

Thanks to Burpple Beyond, we enjoyed 2 dishes at the price of 1! Do note that the deal is only limited to meat and mains.

If Zi Char is not your style, they also served up Western. Be amazed by their thick crispy batter ocean tilapia fish served with heavily salt-seasoned big chonky fries, fresh garden salad in vinaigrette dressing, lemon wedges and tar tar dips. The batter is one of the smoothest I had seen, even smoother than my face.🤣 Tho thick but doesn't feel floury but quite crunchy. The fish meat is quite meaty and had mild fishy taste. All good for an all-time comfort meal.
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🚩Cheval Chi Bao 赤宝, 3500A Bukit Merah Central, Singapore 159838

Medium(800-900g)($80)
Large(1-1.1kg)($105)
Big, fresh, meaty and succulent piece of crab.🤤 Claw had the size of palm. Sauce was dense, creamy and very sweet with hints of spiciness and moderate pumpkiny taste. Somehow, it seems to resemble salted egg style as curry leaves and chilli padi can be found. If you love crab, be sure not to miss it.
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🚩Cheval Chi Bao 赤宝, 3500A Bukit Merah Central, Singapore 159838

Tasty, flavorful, fluffy and light wok-hei eggy fried rice with strong truffle aroma. Truffle taste wasn't overwhelming at all. Defo a must order.
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🚩Cheval Chi Bao 赤宝, 3500A Bukit Merah Central, Singapore 159838