The Queen & Mangosteen - Gastropub @ VivoCity
While waiting for our food, I asked Joone about the strange name. She said that it was supposedly because Queen Victoria was apparently very fond of Mangosteens. Interesting. I guess their intent was to differentiate themselves from other English pubs by giving themselves a posh sounding name to "match" the gourmet pub grub served.
Grilled Brie, Avocado & Portobello Mushroom Sandwich @ S$22
served with Chips
Mixed Seafood Deli Board @ S$26
Fried Whitebait, Beer Battered Fish, Crayfish & Chilled Prawns served with various dips
The Fried Whitebait was good as the batter was crisp, while the juvenile fish were firm and moist. The Beer Battered Fish was absolutely delicious! I loved the light, crisp batter and how it yielded to sweet, succulent chunks of fish. The Beer Battered Fish are definitely a Must-Try! I didn't try the Crayfish and Prawns as I was too lazy to peel them.
The dips that accompanied the dish were (from left to right): Thai Chili Sauce, Curry Tartare, Lemongrass & Chili Aioli and Marie Rose Dip. I liked the Curry Tartare and Lemongrass & Chili Aioli best amongst the 4 dips served. However, in all I still prefer mustard as a complement to fried food.
Bangers & Mash @ S$26 served with Caramelised Onion Gravy & Onion Rings
I loved their thick napkins. One gripe about this place was the slow service. Not recommended if you're trying to do lunch within 45 minutes.
The Queen & Mangosteen
#01-106/107 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
(close to Lift Lobby E & Lift Lobby F)
Tel: +65 6376-9380
Email: enquiries@queenandmangosteen.com
Operating Hours:
Sundays to Thursdays: 11 am to midnight
Fridays, Saturdays & Eve of Public Holidays: 11 am to 1 am