The Place Located in an industrial complex in Sims Drive, Aljunied is Five Star Hong Kong Style Handmade Dim Sum, a nondescript and hidden Dim Sum restaurant tucked away from the hustle and bustle. A brief background of Five Star Hong Kong Dim Sum – it was started by chef Yiu Wah Tai in February 2021 at its first outlet in 158 Mei Ling Street, before it opened a few more outlets including this Sims Drive location. The location is quite ‘ulu’, and is best accessed by a car, making it somewhat a destination dining. I took a cargo lift to level seven, where the space of Five Star Hong Kong Style Handmade Dim Sum excudes an old-school nostalgic/throwback to the 80s’ vibes. The protocol is to grab any table you fancy in the air-conditioned space, then proceed to order at the counter where you will be given a buzzer. The Food A quick glance of the menu with less than 30 items is that the prices are extremely affordable, with most items averaging S$3.50 – $4, a range which is rare in today’s context in Singapore. This is despite the fact that chef Yiu has more than [...]
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