Limòn Restaurant: Spanish-Thai Fusion

I was offered a complimentary food tasting at a newly opened Spanish-Thai restaurant called 'Limón' (located on 7 Purvis Street) last week, where I brought my half-Filipino (with strong Thai influences) friend, Charles.

(Yes, yes, the same Charles who went for the boyzilian. I figured he deserved a treat for manning up on the dare and taking the pain.)

I had no idea where Purvis Street was but the taxi driver knew exactly where to go, and it wasn't hard to locate at all. It's near Odeon Towers (where Supperclub is) and the nearest MRT station would be City Hall.

We arrived at this cozy restaurant, welcomed by the very friendly hostess who led us to our table. The place was warm and inviting, although I do think the bare walls could use the company of more traditional Spanish and Thai paintings and/or photographs.

To start, I had the Lychee Sangria while Charles tried their signature Limon Sangria (S$16 each). A very pleasant, light and refreshing alcoholic beverage that's fruity sweet & leaves a light, soft finish. My tastebuds were enjoying it so much, I almost finished the drink in a wink!

For appetizer, we had their delicious assorted Tapas treats that consisted of:

[Top] Gambas al ajillo S$18

Limón’s version of Spanish classic king prawns cooked with olive oil, lemongrass, garlic, black pepper, nameko mushroom, broccoli &basil leaf garnish

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[Top] Patatas bravas S$12

Spanish lightly fried piquant potato cubes in homemade tomato & paprika sauce

"MY FAVORITE!"

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[Top] Chorizo con curry verde S$15

Spanish Bilbao sausage in Thai green curry sauce

"Gotta love the green curry sauce."

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[Left to right]

Limón’s bacalao S$38

Pan-fried blue cod fillet in olive oil, garlic and black pepper green curry base sauce accompanied with broccoli, carrots and mashed potatoes. Cod fillet topped with onion leek

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Penne con mariscos / Prawn Penne S$24

Mixed seafood sautéed in olive oil, garlic, onions, tomatoes, lemon leaf & dry chili flakes with Limón’s creamy red curry as base sauce

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As you can see, the food looked so good and we had certainly already whet our appetite that we dove right in our main course and I even forgot to take a picture!

I've always liked green curry and the Limon Bacalao was a rich, tasty treat. Charles enjoyed his main dish, if he could, he'd even lick the remains on his plate. I'd never thought of the combination of red curry and pasta - it's an excellent match, might I add. Both the main dish were scrumptious, between the two, I would highly recommend the Prawn Penne; the creamy red curry as base sauce is to die for.

For dessert, we had:

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I picked the Custard Flan for dessert and was enjoying it until I had a taste of the Crema catalanca con Frescas that Charles ordered...

... it was absolutely divine. Maybe next time, I'll just have what he's having

[Dress from YesStyle]

Limón is an ideal place for a gastronomic dining experience. An interesting fusion of Spanish & Thai food - 2 of my favorite cuisines in the world (next to Filipino & Indonesian).

More about Limòn

Limòn believes in providing only the best for its patrons. From the chic and cosy interior to the table service received, all the way to the top of the chain, the Executive Chef. Introducing Alberto Torres - a new member to the Limòn family, but not unknown to the world of gourmet.

Born in Samjuan, the Philippines, Alberto offers not only his culinary goodness, but also his passion for it.

Having once been a personal chef for the Ex-President of the Philippines, and still a good friend of their daughter Kris Aquino, Alberto’s skills and professionalism are not to be taken lightly.

Instead of having the world in the palm of your hands, why not savour it on the tip of your tongue? And who better to serve it to you then Alberto Torres from Limòn.