For those who’re out and about in Paya Lebar, performing some buying or operating some errands, you might need noticed Ne Ne Neko on the plaza, simply outdoors PLQ Mall.
In the course of the day, Ne Ne Neko operates as a restaurant serving an assortment of meals and occasional. In search of one thing mild? They have you ever lined with Japanese sandwiches like Ajitamago Sando (S$15) and Rooster Katsu Sando (S$17).
On weekdays from 11am to 2.30pm, the Don Lunch Set contains free-flow miso soup, sencha, one facet dish and contemporary fruits— excellent for these in search of one thing substantial to provide them gasoline for the entire afternoon.
Choose from decisions like Mapo Tofu Don (S$14.90) and Rooster Nanban Don (S$18.90).
Because the solar winks its method in direction of bedtime, this joint morphs right into a bustling izakaya bar, prepared to color the city pink!
Whilst you’re there, reap the benefits of the Glad Hour (10am – 7pm every day) the place you’ll be able to savour Kabukin Whisky Highball or Umeshu Yamazaki Casked Highball at simply S$10 every.
We acquired the ball rolling with dishes from the Otsumami (small plates) and Agemono (fried dishes) part.
The Koebi Karaage (S$8.90) was completely fried, permitting me to take pleasure in the complete small shrimp with its head and shell. To boost the expertise, squeeze some tangy lemon and dunk them in Japanese mayo. The Chawanmushi (S$3.90) was silky clean and had mushroom slices.
I additionally loved the Saikoro Steak (S$18.90) which had tender and succulent beef cubes, jazzed up with fragrant garlic oil and topped with fried garlic chips. It got here with a dollop of wasabi for a dose of fiery pleasure.
The Ikura Tamago (S$14.50) left me barely underwhelmed within the texture division— not as fluffy and creamy as I’d hoped. It veered in direction of the drier, more durable facet. However a minimum of it nonetheless packed a punch by way of flavour, particularly when these salty bursts of salmon roe got here into play!
We additionally dabbled in some skewer motion from the Robatayaki (grilled skewers). My favourites have been the Imo Mochi (S$3), Shisamo (S$3) and Mentaiko Yakitori (S$3.60).
The Kinako Dango (3pcs) (S$5.90) was an fascinating mixture of Japanese dumplings paired with cheese foam, candy shoyu and roasted bean powder, served heat.
Though the pores and skin of the dumplings was barely thick, the flavour of the creamy cheese, candy soya sauce and the earthy notes of the roasted bean by some means all got here collectively in excellent concord— I used to be completely intrigued!
For those who’re in search of a spot to chit-chat whereas getting some meals and drinks, Ne Ne Neko is your go-to on your subsequent dinner rendezvous.
