Restaurant Chaleur

For a one michelin star restaurant and the price point, I find the experience to be a little underwhelming. The service was prompt, the wine list was quite nice, but I did not find any nice surprises in the dish - every dish was slightly above average, but not impressive. The bites - wagyu tartare on a crispy seaweed cracker lacked taste, but the hotate tart was quite nice, the sweetness of the scallops was complemented by the thin pastry. The mochi snow bun was quite nice, but the other bread was average. The seaweed butter could be a little more melted. The botan ebi dish is a simple and elegant dish - the ebi was very fresh and sweet and the herb oil went nicely with it. The scallop with caviar and yuzu cream was one of the better dishes - the fattiness of the yuzu cream went well with the light sweet taste of the scallop. The anko fish with kolrabi was well cooked and had some nice flavors as well. The venison with cassis sauce stood out as well - the venison was perfectly cooked and the sauce was deep and intense. My favorite dish of the night was the homemade wheat noodles in a 7h duck consomme - the flavor of the soup was so intensely umami you feel like you are drinking the jus of a hundred poultry. The dessert was nice but a little forgettable. All in all, it was a pleasant experience, but I do think for this price point, one could do better and it does not beg for a return visit.

Singapore is bombarded with good food and Michelin starred restaurants so I am comparing to places alike. We went on a rainy week night and there was not anyone else so we had all the attention we needed. The atmosphere was serene and calm. The U shape configuration feels like sushi bar without entertainment but we can look at other patrons across (and ignore them) and at the focal point was the kitchen - much like in office presentation. It was an interesting take for dining room interior. You are inside and outside the office at the same time but under dimmed ambiance light. Perfect for those who Work-from-home. The food was ok and neatly presented. The wine proposed was nicely paired with our food.

We had an unforgettable dinner at CHALEUR last night while celebrating my wife's birthday! From the moment we arrived, Mr. Kawano, the owner, made us feel incredibly welcome. The ambiance was warm and inviting, perfect for a special occasion. The dinner offered a fantastic selection of dishes, and each one was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. We particularly enjoyed the noodles in special duck consumme and the Yonezawa beef, which was a delightful surprise for my wife's birthday. The attention to detail and the quality of the ingredients truly stood out. The service was impeccable; the staff was attentive without being intrusive, ensuring we had everything we needed to enjoy our evening. Mr. Kawano even stopped by our table to wish my wife a happy birthday, which made the experience even more special. If you're looking for a restaurant that combines amazing food, a charming atmosphere, and exceptional service, look no further than CHALEUR. We will definitely be returning for more wonderful meals in the future! Thank you for making my wife's birthday celebration so memorable!

Service from Sean was impeccable. He was attentive, humorous & non intrusive. Food was enjoyable & quality delightfully fresh. Few comments I wish Chaleur can kindly consider: 1) offer soft drinks and / or cocktails. They only hv wine, water and orange juice 2) some accompaniments / sauces were so small, they r not distinct. Especially the 4 accompaniments to crispy skin fish. 3) sizes of bread were also very small. Literally one mouthful only. Tho freshly baked and warm, wud be more enjoyable if they are slightly larger. 4) Love love love the duck noodle. So good, we didn’t bother with spoons Otherwise we had an awesome dining experience there. Thank you !

A flawless dining experience that really lets the ingredients sing. Service: highly attentive, the service team even noticed I was left handed and shifted the place setting accordingly. Food: high attention to detail, even the bread has been baked with two peaks for easy division. The flavors are subtle, yet powerful. Wining Pairing: carefully selected, highly complementary. Ambience: pleasant, the space feels intimate and the open concept with the kitchen makes it engaging.

Pretty good 7-course lunch by the lean team of Chef Masahiko. The standout - the Omi Beef course and his signature duck consommé and the petite breads. The abalone texture was a bit firm. Extensive wine list and decent wine pairing too. Service was cordial and enthusiastic. Ambience was alright, probably the restaurant would consider switching out of the U-shaped meeting room style to a more cosy elegant setting.

Overall is good…really don’t think open kitchen is a good idea as there was a bit of smoke. The food is nice and ingredients are fresh; and all the hot dishes are served with hot plate. The best goes to the add on lobster and lamb…thinks could be better such as there is a chip on ghee foodware(starter)， the fish is bit over? And the duck soup is overly rich! Worthy a try!

This cosy French-Japanese fusion restaurant offers a memorable dining experience. The warm ambiance and impeccable service create a welcoming atmosphere. The delicious cuisine, highlighted by the yellow fin tuna (for me), is visually appealing and full of flavour. Whether you're a foodie or simply looking for a special occasion spot, this Michelin-starred gem is definitely worth a visit.