Saveur Singapore - Affordable Fuss-free French Food

I was first introduced to this inexpensive restaurant serving fuss-free French food at Far East Plaza by Emily as she was posting heaps of pictures of her Saveur Singapore dinner dates with her hubby, and thus made her bring me there.

She was telling me how popular this place was because there was always a queue during dinner times and how affordable it is comparing to other pretentious settlements.

So I decided to see (and eat) for myself. Met emily at 5:30pm at Far East Plaza to successfully beat the dinner crowd. The restaurant had descending steps and the motherly side of me urged Emily to be extra careful (she is carrying Calyse in her womb). 

I was hungry. We sat down at a small little table meant for 2, but to be honest, I don't feel quite comfortable with small tables, especially when we all know french food is served on big plates, and I was hungry. So I began studying the menu, and shortlisted a few dishes which I thought I might wanna try, since I was, you know, hungry. 

And I was disappointed - alright, I was actually only superficially disappointed. The portions were tiny, and my eyes disapprove because I had expected more.

Mushroom Cappucino, S$4.90

Rating: 4.5/5

Not till I tried the Mushroom Cappucino (S$4.90), a creamy mushroom soup served in a coffee cup. I think I know why it's called a cappucino, as there was froth on top of the soup. For folks who love mushrooms like I do, just order this already - I regret having to share. So Emily assured me that after we are through with all our dishes, we'd be stuffed. She was right.

Saveur Pasta, S$4.90

Rating: 2/5

This was just a waste of my tummy space, it was under-seasoned, and let's just be brutally honest - when something looks so good, you'd expect it to taste as good as it looks. And when it doesn't, you'd be shamefully disappointed. That's what this dish did to me.

Foie Gras - Duck Liver in Portwine sauce, S$9.90

Rating: 3.5/5

For a S$9.90 Foie Gras, I would say it has done its job. This actually tastes better than it looks, although I'm not a fan of the mixed fruits portwine sauce.

Mains - Chicken roulade with basmati rice and parmesan sauce, S$9.90

Rating: 4.5/5

My favourite dish thus far, a well-made chicken thigh roulade and wonderfully seasoned basmati rice. This actually fills you up quite easily so I'd recommend not going overboard with stuffing your face with this dish.

Pan-seared Seabass with Saute Potatoes and Crabmeat, S$14.90

Rating: 4/5

Skin was crispy, and the meat was tender. I like this dish, and almost forgotten to snap a shot and luckily did so after my fork marginally punctured the fish.

At this point in time into the dinner, I have to admit I was already quite full. We moved on to desserts nevertheless, and the chocolate mousse with hazelnut desserts just made my stomach surrender.

Chocolate Mousse with Crushed Hazelnut, S$7.90

Rating: 4/5

The bill was S$52.40 before GST and Service Charge, and the grand total turned out to be S$61.30. About S$30 each, which was quite affordable I would say, although I have expected it to be cheaper since the prices of the dishes were relatively low. I guess they just add up, since you have to order more to share as the servings are tiny.

Would head there again someday if I'm yearning for some hearty chicken roulade. 

Saveur Singapore

14 Scotts Road

Far East Plaza #01-07B

Singapore 228213