Mott 32 is named after 32 Mott Street in New York. 32 Mott Street was the site of NYC’s first Chinese convenience store, which opened in 1891, and was the nucleus for what is now a vibrant Chinatown in one of the most dynamic cities in the world. Image Credit: Mott 32 Facebook Page
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Quite unlike the others at Marina Bay, this one is the perfect cross between New York and China. At Mott 32, you will be greeted by lavish interiors, lip smacking cocktails and heavenly meals, some of which will leave you in awe. Their most sought after cocktail is the Forbidden Rose Cocktail for all the besotted lovers out there. Sprinkled with rose flakes and decorated with beautiful edible flowers gives it such a stunning look that you won’t want to drink it. But once you do, you will be left craving for more. Oh what a pickle! This along with other delicious treats like the applewood roasted Peking duck, wagyu beef short rib and barbecued Iberico pork is the perfect menu for a deeply gratifying meal.
Acclaimed for its Chinese cuisine, Mott 32 has branches not only in Singapore, but also in Seoul, Las Vegas, Hong Kong and Vancouver- quite a resume! Lavish and grand interiors done by the team of the award winning architect Joyce Wang include apothecary cabinets, chairs with peacock designs and Chinese lanterns hanging from the ceiling, which only further reinforces the Oriental vibe of the place. That being said, there does seem to be a balance between an oriental and a contemporary decor with an industrial touch, a dimly lit dining room and plush couches.
Signature dishes include the monumentous Peking Duck ($108) which is marinated for over two days and is then given a smoky, char-like flavour over applewood, Siew Mai packed with Iberico pork and soft boiled quail egg ($9 for 2) and a Peking duck bun ($10 for 3).
The iconic Mott 32 cocktail is reminiscent of some beautiful Asian flavours while the Hanami includes bourbon, gin, umeshu, yuzu, shiso, ginger beer and chrysanthemum which takes us to Japan. If you’re looking for a tropical trip, be sure to order the Harbour Dawn with buttery vanilla rum, coconut pandan, almond, verjus and champagne.
