Don Lechon is a popular restaurant known for its authentic Cebu-style lechon, a traditional Filipino dish of whole roasted pig. The restaurant is located at Grandlink Square, and it is famous for its crispy and juicy lechon that is cooked to perfection. The lechon is seasoned with a blend of spices and herbs, giving it a unique and delicious flavor.
The restaurant has a casual and laid-back atmosphere and offers a variety of seating options, including indoor and outdoor seating. It is a great spot for a casual dinner or a special occasion. Don Lechon Singapore at Grandlink is also known for its friendly staff and excellent service, making it a great spot for a casual dinner or a special occasion.
Filipino lechon is a popular traditional dish that is known for its crispy, thin skin and succulent, juicy meat. The skin was seasoned with a blend of spices and herbs that gave it a savoury and slightly spicy flavour. The meat was cooked til tender, making it easy to pull apart with your fingers or with a fork.
The meat was infused with the flavours of the herbs and spices as well, giving it a delicious taste that was balanced by the tender, melting fats. The sweetness of the lechon sauce added a gentle balance of sweetness that brought out the flavours of the meat and skin.
We decided on getting the lechon sinigang for our main soup and vegetable dish. Sinigang is a popular Filipino dish that is typically made with meat or seafood in a sour broth. The dish featured tender and juicy chunks of their signature lechon, cooked in a tangy tamarind broth that was packed with flavour.
We were greeted with the tender chunks of lechon, the flavours of the lechon and the tangy tamarind broth blended together in perfect harmony. The broth was loaded with different types of vegetables, adding a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. The dish also had a nice balance of sour and savoury, with a hint of sweetness from the lechon.
However, we did find the dish a bit salty, which took away from the overall taste of the dish. But, the saltiness was not enough to detract from the overall experience. The portion size of the dish was decent, enough to share among two people. The dish was served with a side of steamed rice, which was fluffy and went well with the broth.
We tried the lechon paksiw and it was an absolute delight. Paksiw is a traditional Filipino dish that is typically made by simmering meat in a mixture of vinegar, garlic, and other spices.
Upon our first bite, we were greeted with soft and juicy lechon that burst with flavour. The flavours of the lechon and the savoury sauce blended really well together. We were impressed with the quality of the lechon and the sauce, it was well cooked and the flavours were spot on.
However, the only drawback is that the serving size of this dish was small and did not contain as much meat as we had hoped. It was the dish that was finished the fastest, as it had a really great blend of flavour and tenderness.
As a group, we decided to try the milkfish sisig and unfortunately, it was a disappointment. The Milkfish Sisig, which is a traditional Filipino dish made from the meat of the Milkfish, is a staple in the Philippines.
Upon our first bite, we were hit with an overwhelming sense of saltiness that completely overpowered the dish. The fish itself had a strong fishy taste, which was off-putting and unappealing. The flavors and taste of the dish were not something that we enjoyed and it was not suited for our taste.
The dish was presented in a sizzling plate, which helped to keep the dish piping hot, but it didn’t add much to the overall experience. The dish was served with a side of calamansi, which helped to balance out the flavors and add a nice touch of acidity, but it was not enough to make up for the saltiness and fishy taste of the dish.
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Overall, Don Lechon was a great place to experience Filipino food. Sadly, we did not get the opportunity to try their famous roasted lechon since it was sold out. The milkfish sisig was totally not suitable for our taste and do try at your own risk.
The lechon dishes were quite different from the Singaporean styled dishes and were a great experience. The lechon paksiw especially was great though it has to be eaten with rice if not the sauce might be too overpowering.
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📍 511 Guillemard Rd, #01-52, Singapore 399849
🕒 12am–9:30pm (Daily)
