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Mad for Garlic
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If there’s one word to describe this joint it’d be “surprising”. We were surprised the place was relatively empty at lunch, and even more surprised by the interior. Murky colored walls with high ceilings and glowing, ancient-looking lanterns; the whole place looked like a vampire’s underground lair. Garlic in a vampire’s lair? Really? The service staff looked like they were a little scared of us (yeah we’re vampy that way) but were otherwise attentive and polite. So far, so good. Our next surprise came when we read off an acrylic stand that Mad for Garlic is actually a Korean restaurant and the one we were in was the first that was outside of Korea. When our fresh shrimp and garlic sprouts pasta came, the shrimp still had its shell on it—the Italians would never allow that. On the bright side, the dish wasn’t overtly spicy and was full of flavor. We couldn’t leave without trying their seemingly popular garlic snowing pizza—topped with garlic slices in addition to more shrimp and diced pineapples—on a chewy thin crust. Delicious. Overall, not bad at all for an all garlic place.
Price Guide
$: Less than $40
$$: $40-$80
$$$: $80-120
$$$$: $120-200
$$$$$: $200 and up
Price per person, including one drink, appetizer, main course and dessert. Prices do not include bottles of wine unless stated. For 2011, our price bands have been updated to reflect changes in the market.
Ratings
★Forget it
★★: Only if you’re stuck in the neighborhood
★★★: A pleasant dining experience
★★★★: More than just great food, tell your friends
★★★★★: Not to be missed
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MAD FOR GARLIC DETAILS
Phone: 6333-1507 Opening Hours: daily 11:30am-10pm | Where: Mad for Garlic, #01-039 Suntec City Galleria, 3 Temasek Blvd. Singapore, Singapore Area: Marina Bay Nearest train: Promenade Parking available: at Suntec City AE, DC, MC, V |
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