Pocha Review: New Korean Restaurant @ Tampines Mall

by - April 06, 2024

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Hey, Faithfuls! So I tried out Pocha for the first time at their Tampines Mall outlet recently. Despite the crowd and the 30-minute wait for a table, the food totally made up for it. Pocha brings the lively essence of Korean street dining to Singapore, promising an authentic taste of Korean culinary delights.

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We kicked off our meal with some alcohol, namely the Rainbow Train (S$38.80). This unique offering lets you sample six different boozy concoctions, ranging from lemon to coffee flavours, all mixed with soju. Warning: they're quite sweet but definitely fun to try!

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Now, onto the food. The Korean Pancake (S$12.90) and Crispy Shin Ramyeon With Budae Jjigae (S$18.90) were a bit of a miss for us. The pancake was a tad doughy, only coming to life when paired with the sweet-sour chilli sauce. As for the ramyeon, while the army stew itself was decent, the crispy noodles felt a bit gimmicky and didn't quite hit the mark, especially once soaked in the broth.

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However, there were definite winners on the menu. The Busan Style Gukbap (S$20.90) stole the show, featuring a collagen-rich broth filled with pork belly and pig ears. The light yet flavorful soup was a comfort to the palate, especially for my friend nursing a hangover from the night before. The tender pork belly and chewy pig ears added a delightful texture to each spoonful.

Another standout dish was the Daktoritang (S$18.90), boasting a rich tomato flavour with hints of curry chicken. And don't forget to try the Hotteok (S$5.90), a sweet and savoury pancake that makes for a satisfying appetizer, albeit a tad heavy.

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Overall, Pocha is definitely worth a visit if you're craving authentic Korean fare. While the prices may be on the higher side, the generous portions make it worth the splurge. Just be prepared for a bit of a wait, but trust me, the food makes it all worthwhile!

Thanks for reading and see you next post!

Pocha @ Tampines Mall
Address: 4 Tampines Central 5, #B1-02, Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 9pm
Telephone: +65 8111 5184
Website


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