Food Review: Saikyo Pasta At Icon Village | Cozy 12-Seater Japanese-Italian Pasta Bar In Tanjong Pagar

The useful part

Pagar is a newly opened pasta joint, Saikyo Pasta which takes on a hole-in-the-wall unit space. As a former home-based takeaway setup that officially transitioned into a physical storefront, the space of Saikyo Pasta is an intimate 12-seater counter-style pasta bar. The vibes are minimalist and homely, reminiscent of an unassuming "mom-and-pop" neighborhood shop you would randomly stumble upon in the streets of Tokyo.

How it works

• The Food The concept here revolves around a straightforward 3-course set menu priced competitively at S$39.90, which includes an appetizer, a main, and a dessert.
• The a la carte features Japanese-Italian pastas with just three pasta options, with nothing priced over S$23.
• For appetiser, the Creamy Burrata with House-made Edamame Puree (S$15.90) is a pleasing starter.
• The subtle sweetness of the edamame puree pairs well with the creamy cheese.
• The other appetiser on the menu is the Signature Cold Kombu Pasta with Ikura (S$15.90), which is served chilled where the strands of al dente pasta are steeped in kombu dashi.

What to take from it

Moving on to mains, the Tiger Prawn Mentaiko Pasta (S$22.90) is a crowd-favorite amongst locals according to owner Arya and I can see why. The mentaiko here is not overly creamy and cloying but is well-balanced along with the sweet [...]