Poulet – Thai Express Opens a Délicieux French Restaurant at Bugis+ | Daniel's Food Diary

Long queue at Poulet Bugis+. What's the verdict? #sgfood #singapore

Poulét (pronounced Poo-lay, meaning chicken) is a new French casual dining restaurant at Bugis+ offering adorable French classics to the masses. Some still call it Illuma, or Bugis Plus. The French-themed bistro is at an open dining area opposite Ramen Champion. The vibes are modern, comfortable and contemporary, and can be a pleasant place for a two-person dinner, or group outing of ten. If ‘French’ to you means romantic candle dinner, then you are looking at the wrong place. But skeptics can be rest assured of its taste. I was surprised myself. Maybe it is because Head chef Nelson craved his skills in France, and the kitchens of Les Amis and Au Petit Salut. While its French Onion Soup ($5.80) may not be the most authentic (where’s the gruyère cheese?), the broth which comes from the Oxtail de Bourguignon is thick and flavourful, with abundant soft caramelized onions. If ...

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