Monti Singapore, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Interior

Monti Singapore, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion – Raffles Place, Singapore

Monti Singapore at Fullerton Pavilion, took over the space formerly occupied by Catalunya. Previously a Spanish restaurant, now it is home to the Italian restaurant. At Monti, they have resident DJs like Adam Sky and Stephen Day.

 

Structurally, nonthing changes. Interiorly, it belongs to the sleek and modern theme. I like the idea of having the turquoise and yellow cushy chair added to add some colours to the otherwise monotonous woody feel.

 

Monti Singapore, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Fullerton Pavilion

 

Monti Singapore, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Interior

 

At Monti, they started serving lunch beside dinner. And something unusual about Monti is that they are serving late night supper till 4am.

 

Monti Singapore, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - In-house made pasta

 

The service crew informed us that pasta were n-house made.

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - 3 different types of Olive Oil

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Bread Varieties

 

I like the idea of Monti providing various Olive Oils with a number selection of bread. Strangely, they only served a slice of bread to each guest. They don’t return to ask if we needed more. 

 

First appetiser we tried was the tomato-based La Signora Luciana ($16). Not a dish inclined to my taste. Luckily, tomato flavour was light and the consolation, olive was added. The baby squid was tender to the chew.

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - La Signora Luciana ($16)

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Burrata E Culatello ($35)

 

Next was our fave, Burrata E Culatello ($35). The burrata was unusually creamy. It was heavier than the usual but certainly a perfect fit for our palate.

 

I am a fan of ravioli, as such we ordered the Invertiti ($34) filled with braised veal. We felt this was slight dissatisfying. We love the veal, however the under-cooked pasta disappoints. From the appearance no indication but only obvious to the bite.

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Invertiti ($34)

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Venere ($38)

 

Followed by the Venere ($38). This was an unique risotto. First it uses the black venus rice instead of the usual aborio rice. As such the texture is lightly crunchy which may be easily mistaken as un-cooked. In addition the lightly spicy flavour and non-creamy based created a complete twist from the usual risotto experience. We love it.

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Prime Beef, 500g

 

Being all beef lovers at the table, naturally we turned to the Prime Beef, 500g, a special of the day, sat on a bed of smooth creamy mash and diced vegetable. We love the char, the perfect doneness and the overall complimenting marinate. The beef was tender with an acceptable amount of fat.

 

Rounding the meal with 2 desserts. First is the Ho Dimenticato Il Sigaro ($16); Lapsang Souchong Tea Infused Chocolate Cigar which has a smoky, incense-like flavour. We aren’t used to flavour. By the side was Olive Oil ash and ice cream.

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Ho Dimenticato Il Sigaro ($16)

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Rosmarino E Caffee ($18)

 

For something on the safe side, choose Rosmarino E Caffee ($18). A pannacotta with crunchy almond chocolate tuile and vanilla sauce. 

 

 

NAHMJ Verdict

 

Generally, food served at Monti was impressive. We were hopeful that the pasta will be improved.

 

Monti, New Italian Restaurant, At Fullerton Pavilion In Raffles Place, Singapore - Biscuits

 

Certainly, we will order the beef and burrata when we return.

 

 

 

Monti

82 Collyer Quay, The Fullerton Pavilion, 049327 Singapore
Tel: +65 6535 0724

Websitehttp://www.monti.sg/
FBhttp://www.facebook.com/MontiSingapore

 

Opening Hours

 

Lunch: Wednesday – Friday  1200 to 1500

Dinner: Monday – Thursday  1800 to 0100; Friday – Saturday  1800 to 0400

 

Getting There

 

By MRT:

  • East-West or North-South line – Raffles Place station

 

By Bus:

  • OUE Bayfront along Fullerton Road   10, 10e, 57, 70, 75, 100, 107, 128, 130, 131, 162, 167, 196, 196e, 700, 850E, 951E, 971E
  • Fullerton Square along Collyer Quay   10, 10e, 57, 70, 75, 100, 107, 128, 130, 131, 162, 167, 196, 196e, 700, 850E, 951E, 971E
  • The Sail along Marina Boulevard   97, 97e, 106, 133, 00, 402, 982E

 

Rating: 8/10