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Shashlik Restaurant

POSTED ON Saturday, January 31, 2015 AT 11:07 PM \ leave a comment (0)

haven't been writing for awhile as the flu bug hit and was taken rather ill. however, a rare trip to Far East Shopping Centre prompted us to try an age-old Russian restaurant that we've heard plenty and seen many reviews of. Shashlik restaurant takes a very quiet corner of the 6th storey of the building. the decor is plain with a slightly olde European setting. it hence felt weird to hear the loop of Chinese New Year songs in the background..

a Russian looking menu at least with a fusion selection of dishes to choose from. there's some Russian fare, the popular Shashliks, Borsch soup, beef stroganoff and some desserts. then there's also a selection of local-influenced western dishes to add to the mix. it was a tad surprising that amid the simple interior and Chinese styled setting, the staff practiced very standard table-side service; replacing your cutlery between dishes, performing the final preparation of each dish in front of you etc. okay, so you don't only get this at Morton's..

this appetizer is called Eggs Millionaire. it might take a little skill to crack an egg shell in half, the rest of the dish though, is simply scambled eggs, mayo and bacon filling the egg-shells. i'm not sure if the Russian millionaires like Roman Abromovich eat this for breakfast, but this dish does cost us $12.. there is a complimentary serving of soft bread and butter spread for starters as well, and the bread is surprisingly enjoyable.

this is an example of the western dishes that the restaurant serves. we ordered a grilled salmon steak and it comes with seared potatoes, veggie and hollandaise sauce. of course, we had to try some of their signature Shashliks while we were here, so we ordered the Shashlik of Lamb. we found out later on that Shashliks are typically eastern European skewered meats and highly popular in Russia. the lamb we ordered was marinated in spices and served with potato wedges. the meat was grilled medium rare but was tender enough. another traditional Russian dish worth trying would be the Chicken Pozharsky, which is a fried chicken cutlet marinated in Russian spices.

then comes this must try Russian dessert. the preparation itself was fun to watch, having the staff serve this creamy pastry flaming through the cocktail that comes with it. Baked Alaska is somewhat like an ice-cream cake served with flaming Russian cocktail. a little too creamy but very nice. overall, Shashlik Restaurant can be an interesting experience. the unassuming interior is backed by good table-side service and quality food. some dishes may be a little on the pricey side but i guess they costed for the service and preparation that goes into each dish. in times when you just want a little different dining experience, do give this place a try..

Shashlik Restaurant
545 Orchard Road, #06-19
Far East Shopping Centre
Singapore 238882

Opening Hours
Tuesdays to Sundays: 12 pm to 2.15 pm
Tuesdays to Sundays: 6.30 pm to 9.15 pm
Closed on Mondays

Baked Alaska is not available on Wednesdays..