I have heard so much about Black Sheep in Mayo Street in Little India, not to be mistaken by the Ba Ba Black Sheep in Robertson Quay. I made few attempts to goto Black Sheep, finally had the chance today. Most people shrugged when they heard French Food in Little India?? We associated Little India with currys, naans and tandoori. Somehow French food did not fit. Anyway, I would find out soon.
I was the first to arrive in the restaurant at 7pm. The place was small, probably can accomodate about 25-30 people. The chef was an indian guy (at least he looked indian to me). He had a chat with me, lamenting to me how people did not take his reservation seriously, and he wanted to implement a fine policy. I told him that I was one of them, though I would usually made it a point to call the restaurant prior to the event if I could not make it. I also apologized to him that our table shrunk from 9 to 7, and finally 6.
The gang was finally here at quarter to 7pm. B looked different with his new hair style, and he said he wanted to look like Raymond Lim "faintz". J looked the same though I had not seen him for 1.5 years.
We started with a oven baked cheese to share. J sounded like a boss during the wine selection, where he said "let's open a few bottles to share" I chose the duck confit without thinking, because I heard that it was very good.
My verdict was that it was one of the best duck confit in Singapore that I have tried. The other one that I liked was at the one in Chalk, at Mt Sophia. But of the two, my vote goes to this one. Looked at how crispy the skin was.
The desserts were equally good especially the souffle. It was soft and fluffy, and not too sweet, served with ice cream, perfect ending to the meal.
Our final choice:
Close Up:
Lamb Shank:
Flourless chocolate cake:
Souffle:
We had starter, mains, 2 bottles of wine, desserts and coffee, topped up with lots of laughter and jokes. Total damage $50 per person. The ambience was bistro style, relaxed and causal. Highly recommended for a get together.
The place got really busy at 9pm+ though most of the people went drinking outside. Nice chill out place for a Friday night.
Address: 35 Mayo Street Singapore
Tel: +65 9272 1842
