Curry lovers, rejoice. CHOMP!, a new Hainanese-style curry rice eatery, has opened its doors at Rivervale Plaza, offering free-flow curry to its patrons. Located at 118 Rivervale Drive, the restaurant operates daily from 7:30 am to 9 pm. The menu features a variety of curry-based dishes, including Supreme Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice, Beef Rendang Rice, and Laksa FAFA, which will be available from September 11, 2024.
## Background
CHOMP! aims to evoke nostalgia with its home-cooked curry recipes, enhanced with an in-house chicken braised sauce. The eatery, which opened in June 2024, caters to curry enthusiasts with its free-flow curry gravy, allowing customers to savour the rich and creamy flavours over rice or paired with a myriad of sides. The restaurant also features a retro ice pop cart at its entrance, adding to the nostalgic atmosphere.
## Supreme Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice
One of the standout dishes is the Supreme Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice, priced at S$6.90. This dish includes a generous serving of fried chicken cutlet, an assortment of stir-fried vegetables, and a fried egg, all drenched in rich, creamy curry with a kick of spice. Reinald Goh, a food critic, praised the dish for its balanced flavours and satisfying portion size.
## Beef Rendang Rice
Another popular option is the Beef Rendang Rice, available for S$7.90. This dish features tender beef rendang, a fried egg, and a combination of curry and braised gravy. The beef is cooked to perfection, making it a hearty and flavourful meal.
## Laksa FAFA
For those who prefer a different type of curry, the Laksa FAFA, priced at S$5.70, offers a creamy coconut laksa soup with rice noodles, topped with a hard-boiled egg, crispy fried bean curd skin, and extra chilli paste. This dish will be available starting September 11, 2024, and is expected to be a hit among laksa lovers.
## Other Menu Highlights
CHOMP! also offers a variety of other dishes, including Curry Fishballs (S$3.50 for five pieces), Curry Toast Benedict With Crispy Dahfa Codfish (S$4.80), and the classic Kaya Toast Set (S$4.80). The Curry Toast Benedict, in particular, has been described as a hearty, belly-warming meal.
## Drinks and Desserts
The drink menu features unique options like Ice Boom Teh (S$3.80) and YYLo! (S$4.50), both of which come with a generous layer of foam for a smooth finish. The YYLo! drink combines two popular local beverages, Yuan Yang and Milo. For dessert, customers can enjoy assorted ice pops priced at S$2 each, with flavours including Milo and lime.
## Future Implications
CHOMP!’s opening at Rivervale Plaza marks a significant addition to the local food scene, particularly for curry enthusiasts. The restaurant’s commitment to offering free-flow curry and a diverse menu is likely to attract a steady stream of customers. As the eatery continues to gain popularity, it may inspire other establishments to adopt similar concepts, further enriching Singapore’s culinary landscape.
For those interested in experiencing CHOMP!’s offerings, the restaurant is located at Rivervale Plaza, 118 Rivervale Drive, 01-38, Singapore 540118, and operates daily from 7:30 am to 9 pm.
