21 Boon Tat street has gone through many reincarnations – it’s the birthplace of Chef Rishi Naleendra’s Cheek by Jowl, followed by Cheek Bistro, Fool Wine Bar, and now, Station by Kotuwa. Think of Station as the fun, funky, and casual offshoot of Sri Lankan powerhouse Kotuwa, bringing bold flavours to the table with a dash of elegance.
Graze on interesting snacks and starters like punchy oysters doused in a tangy lychee acharu granita ($7), or egg roti and chicken liver cooked in Kaliya ($14) – a Sri Lankan Malay curry. Our favourite? The Babath crispy tripe ($7) with a crunchy deep-fried exterior dusted with smoked chilli and a chewy middle. The mains are approachable, traditional, and sure to fill you up. Indulge in the roasted chicken with devilled butter and red onions ($34) or braised beef cheek in blackened coconut gravy ($36), and then have it your way with a range of condiments like the addictive tempered dahl ($8) and eggplant sambal ($5).
