Thevar

Jean Yeow

a month ago

We chose @thevar.sg to celebrate our friends’ 50th birthdays. It brought back memories of our teenage clubbing days along Mohamed Sultan Road in the 1990s. Thevar took over Madam Wong’s (previously known for its distinctive Chinoiserie façade and high-energy party atmosphere) which previously occupied the shophouses along this block (including numbers 16 through 28). Thevar serves modern, progressive Indian cuisine rooted in tradition but Chef Mano refines his dishes using modern European and French culinary techniques. Chef Mano Thevar, a native of Penang, Malaysia, also draws deep inspiration from his childhood taste buds and Indian heritage. For $298++ per person, you will get a tasting menu which includes signatures like Chef Thevar’s Chettinad Chicken Roti (think Indian inspired crispy taco) and Mysore Spiced Rack of Lamb ( with a small side of lamb briyani). My favorite was actually the Grilled Octopus sitting in a pool of spiced deliciousness. Location: Great Food: Technically well executed Decor: Intimate Parking: Roadside paid parking Service: Could be warmer My personal takeaway was that I left Thevar wishing that service was warmer and a tad more welcoming. The reception counter was empty so I stood there waiting for 10 mins before pushing open the doors hesitantly. I made my own way to the table after spotting my friends despite me standing at the entrance for a minute hoping to get someone’s attention. Service could have been accompanied by more smiles and that for me goes a longer way alongside the good food. *I just wanted to add that Chef Thevar was traveling and was not present that night. Might be different if he was around. 🌸

Ria Buenafe

4 months ago

Thevar was an exceptional dining experience and one of the best meals I've had in Singapore. The degustation menu beautifully showcased authentic Indian flavours through delicate, intricate, and incredibly creative dishes. Every course was thoughtfully crafted and full of surprises while still staying true to its roots. The service was impeccable—warm, attentive, and perfectly paced throughout the evening. The restaurant also has an intimate, exclusive atmosphere that made my birthday celebration feel truly special. From the food to the hospitality, everything was outstanding. Thevar has easily become one of my favourite restaurants in Singapore, and I can't wait to return.

Angela K.

4 months ago

Food was alright, I was expecting slightly more from a Michelin 2 Star, it didn't really blew my mind off and didn't come off as a memorable restaurant compared to the other Michelin restaurants. This includes the service, thoughtfulness and elaboration of the ingredients and how the dishes came about. One of the dishes that left me confused on what I'm supposed to taste was the Purple Cabbage Pani Puri. It wasn't... very exciting. Wouldn't come back again given there's much more Michelin restaurants to explore.

TongTong Wong

a year ago

The environment is very nice, and the decoration has a little Anaman-like feel. The quantity of snacks is extremely abundant. There are actually five types, and the sour and spicy flavors expressed by the chief are very thorough. The first dish is seafood, and the cooking method of grilled fish scales is very stunning. It was handled very well, extremely crispy and tender. The bread paired with the sauce was a bit mediocre, and the bread dominated the flavor. Starting from this dish of octopus, perhaps the kitchen ran out of salt, and the saltiness rose sharply. The sauce was a bit monotonous, but the skin of the octopus was really exaggeratedly salty. An additional dish today was the Japanese imperial crab specially selected by the chief in the morning, still very salty. If the saltiness of the seafood itself is not handled well, the freshness disappears. The rice and soup below were seasoned, perhaps they were great on their own, but when combined together, they were a bit too chaotic. The Indian chicken Taco is superb. Although the seasoning is strong, there is still a hint of freshness. It is bold yet with a touch of depth. So you are a mature dish. The grilled lamb chop is very tender, and the chief is very good at using kiwi, which is also my favorite sauce. The smooth ice cream is moderate in taste, and the honeydew dessert is quite common, but the freshness of the honeydew is truly outstanding. I thought it was over, but unexpectedly, a dessert was served at the end, which is my favorite sweet and savory perpetual motion machine. The caramelized sugar of the toffee leaves a lingering fragrance that I can't forget for a long time.