Sun with Moon Japanese Fine Dining [Wheellock Place]

The Sun with Moon Japanese Fine Dining restaurant is situated on the 3rd level of Wheellock Place if you aren't aware. This was where Olio Dome used to be. Massive renovations had been made to this place though and the setting, instead of traditional, adopts a contemporary style. I first visited this restaurant through word of mouth. I had no idea that it was fine dining and thus was taken aback by the prices on the menu. The food they serve were not the typical traditional Japanese cuisine you will find elsewhere but more of a fusion. As I scanned the menu of mainly fusion Japanese cuisine, I didn't have good vibes.

Nonetheless, I ordered the following:

Oysters with bacon and spinach
Forget your typical oyster shooters. This one is prepared in an oriental way: the fresh oyster’s grilled to perfection (with the outside a little charred and the inside soft and piping hot). This was then served with spinach and topped with bits of bacon. It was simply delicious.
Rating: 4.5/5

Scallops with spicy cheese sauce

After savouring the food, I changed my mind about 'hybrid food'. I never knew they could taste so heavenly! Though served in small proportions, each bite is simply flavourful. I would rank the scallops with spicy cheese sauce first if you're someone who loves cheese like me. The oysters were fantastic too.
Rating: 4.5/5

Foie Gras
I’ve tried the foie gras too but I had better in another Japanese restaurant at the cuppage building. This one by Sun with Moon was a tad too oily for my liking. If you haven't tried foie gras before, then perhaps you should.
Rating: 2.5/5

Sushi

Other than the above, I tried two types of sushi too. One was the rainbow sushi and another salmon with teriyaki sauce. The rainbow sushi comes with mango and avocado and has a subtle sweetness. They are good appetisers I guess. Personally, I prefer the salmon with teriyaki sauce. Its seaweed was grilled and thus crispy. Yummy! [Note: Sometimes they do serve you sushi that’s not freshly prepared and that is one big disappointment!]
Rating: 4/5 (as long as it’s freshly prepared!)

Desserts
Sesame Pudding

The sesame pudding was a killer! It has a subtle sweetness and the sesame was grinded finely. It was smooth and fragrant. I haven't had it elsewhere so far.
Rating: 4/5

Mango Shavings
I wouldn’t blame you if you thought this looked like our typical mango cocktail dessert or ice kacang served at kopitiams. However, after the first tasting, you’ll realize how different and marvelous this dessert can be! The mango is the best I’ve ever tasted. It is always sweet with a strong mango fragrance and never sour. Rating: 4/5




All in all, I would highly recommend you this place. No doubt it is going to cost quite a bit, I can guarantee that you'll sure love it and return for more (like me). : )

Pricing
My bill usually comes up to $90-120 for two. For fine dining, I think it's very affordable. : )

Service
Their service was rather average. Perhaps for fine dining, we tend to expect more?

The Ambience
I love the décor of the place but for a fine dining restaurant, there’s much hustle and bustle.

Others
I would usually have the above dishes and give the set meals a miss. Their steamed rice with sweet potato isn’t to my liking at all. Please always make reservations at least three days in advance. They are always fully booked. There are two other branches at The Central and Chjmes. I’ve not patronized these restaurants though.

Last Date Of Visit: 29th September 2007