Reverie Review: From Just $8 Restaurant-Quality Western Mains?

What We Ordered

Chicken Chop 💰 $12 · ⭐ 8.5/10💰 $12 · ⭐ 8.5/10

I was so surprised at how huge the portion was! The chicken was grilled really well, staying juicy and tender throughout. The rich gravy paired perfectly with it, while the fries were incredibly crispy, well-seasoned and not overly salty. Easily one of the must-orders here.

Pork Chop Loin Bone-in Tomahawk 💰 $22 · ⭐ 8/10💰 $22 · ⭐ 8/10

A unique premium main that's not commonly found at western hawker stalls. The pork loin was a leaner cut, which I actually preferred, but it was still tender and not tough. Served with black pepper sauce and their addictive seasoned fries. It's on the pricier side, but worth trying if you're looking to splurge.

Beef Short Rib Ragu Mafalda 💰 $14 · ⭐ 7.5/10💰 $14 · ⭐ 7.5/10

Im a sucker for thick pastas so I really liked this! It had the quality and flavour you'd expect from a restaurant, which was such a steal especially at this price point. The mafalda pasta was coated in a rich beef ragu and came with a generous amount of tender beef short rib. Best enjoyed hot though, as it can dry up slightly if left sitting for a while.

Chicken Aglio Pasta 💰 $11 (Set) · ⭐ 8.5/10💰 $11 (Set) · ⭐ 8.5/10

A well-executed aglio olio that wasn't too oily, which I really liked. It was still packed with flavour, with a fragrant garlic aroma and rich savoury taste throughout. Great value too, considering it comes as a set.

The set also comes with a bowl of mushroom soup that was rich, creamy and indulgent. Simple, comforting and a nice pairing with the pasta.

Overall Thoughts

For a hawker western stall, the quality exceeded my expectations. The portions are huge, prices are reasonable (with no GST or service charge), and several dishes felt restaurant-quality without the restaurant price tag.

Would I return? Yes! If I’m craving affordable western food