{"id":339549,"date":"2026-06-23T17:52:29","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T09:52:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=339549"},"modified":"2026-06-23T17:52:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T09:52:29","slug":"asin-restaurant-review-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Asin review: Chef Ace Tan returns with a worthy successor in Singapore\u2019s dining scene"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a do-over in Singapore\u2019s competitive culinary scene isn\u2019t common \u2013 which is why chef Ace Tan\u2019s return with Asin is a pleasant surprise. When his previous venture, Asu at Labrador Nature Reserve, shuttered at the end of last year, gourmands thought that was the last they\u2019d see of the soft-spoken chef. Thankfully, he teamed up with Suguru\u2019s Desmond Heng and opened this <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/new-restaurants-menus-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">new restaurant in Singapore<\/a> back in April. Is it a worthy successor? I stopped by for dinner on a weeknight to find out.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Asin review<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#save-room-for-the-add-ons\" title=\"Save room for the add-ons\">Save room for the add-ons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#do-your-taste-buds-deserve-asin\" title=\"Do your taste buds deserve Asin?\">Do your taste buds deserve Asin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#what-type-of-cuisine-does-asin-serve\" title=\"What type of cuisine does Asin serve?\">What type of cuisine does Asin serve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#do-i-need-to-make-a-reservation\" title=\"Do I need to make a reservation?\">Do I need to make a reservation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#does-asin-have-private-dining-rooms\" title=\"Does Asin have private dining rooms?\">Does Asin have private dining rooms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#is-there-a-dress-code\" title=\"Is there a dress code?\">Is there a dress code?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/asin-restaurant-review-singapore\/#is-parking-available-nearby\" title=\"Is parking available nearby?\">Is parking available nearby?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"asin-review-details-at-a-glance\"><\/span>Asin review: Details at a glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Foodies seeking a thoughtful chef&#8217;s-counter experience<br \/>\n<strong>Must-try items:<\/strong> Seasonal menu<br \/>\n<strong>How much:<\/strong> Dinner tasting menu at $188++ per person<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Wednesdays to Sundays, 6pm to 11pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asin.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Asin<\/a>, 38 Carpenter Street, Singapore 059917<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a-tranquil-space-with-thoughtful-touches\"><\/span>A tranquil space with thoughtful touches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339550\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339550\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339550 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-chefs-counter-artwork-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Counter seating with a view of the chefs and artwork | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-chefs-counter-artwork-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-chefs-counter-artwork-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-chefs-counter-artwork.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339550\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Surreptitiously located along Carpenter Street in Singapore, you wouldn\u2019t pay much attention to Asin unless you\u2019re actively looking for it. Once you spot the entrance, it\u2019s like being handed a golden ticket into a zen, minimalist abode. Dark browns and neutrals dominate the space, with seating options including a curved 10-seater counter, a semi-private table for four, and a private dining spot that seats up to eight people.<\/p>\n<p>If it\u2019s your first visit, I\u2019d recommend booking a counter seat. Besides offering a front-row view of the kitchen in action, it\u2019s also the best spot for interacting with chef Ace and watching each dish come together.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339551\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339551\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339551 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-tree-installation-fermentation-bottles-900x643.png\" alt=\"Tree installation and fermentation bottles | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-tree-installation-fermentation-bottles-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-tree-installation-fermentation-bottles-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-tree-installation-fermentation-bottles.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339551\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Two things within Asin that caught my eye: a majestic tree installation and a large artwork created by chef Ace\u2019s partner. The tree felt like the restaurant\u2019s centrepiece, which changes following the seasons and menus. Take a moment to marvel and snap some photos before taking your seat.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re sitting at the counter, be sure to direct your gaze to the painting, split into three sections. The setting may look ordinary \u2013 an old lady and a child outdoors with various animals \u2013 but I was told that the depicted animals actually appear on the restaurant\u2019s current menu. Think of it as a fun (albeit random) way of spotting which dishes correspond to the animals in the paintings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"summer-arrives-in-bite-sized-form\"><\/span>Summer arrives in bite-sized form<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339552\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339552\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339552 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-oyster-omelette-tori-luffa-bao-900x643.png\" alt=\"Oyster omelette and tori luffa bao | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-oyster-omelette-tori-luffa-bao-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-oyster-omelette-tori-luffa-bao-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-oyster-omelette-tori-luffa-bao.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339552\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oyster omelette and tori luffa bao. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Asin is a continuation of chef Ace\u2019s progressive Asian cuisine philosophy, tying four seasons and five elements together and presenting them in Singapore. At the time of my visit, the restaurant was only open for dinner, with the menu ($188++ per person) showcasing dishes perfect for summer. The experience took around two and a half hours from start to finish, including supplements, though the pacing never felt sluggish.<\/p>\n<p>My dining experience began with a deconstructed oyster omelette, fashioned as a delicate sphere topped with egg floss, chilli holy basil sauce, and garlic chive flower. I had to strike a balance between being careful and swift when eating this. Tip: don\u2019t overthink this, just use your pincer grip and pop it into your mouth. 10\/10 for imagination and execution.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339553\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339553\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339553 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-assam-tomato-hamo-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Assam tomato hamo | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-assam-tomato-hamo-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-assam-tomato-hamo-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-assam-tomato-hamo.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339553\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Assam tomato hamo. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Following that was the tori luffa bao, a dim sum bite packed with braised chicken and cubed luffa gourd. The assam tomato hamo was the first standout for me, largely &#8216;cos it managed to be subtly sweet, punchily sour, and incredibly vibrant. Rounding out the first section was a crispy spring roll equally coated in tomato and corn powder, and filled with smoked horse mackerel, coconut opor dressing, and cucumber.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"one-dish-maximum-impact\"><\/span>One dish, maximum impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339554\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339554\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339554 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-yum-pu-ma-noodles-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Yum pu ma noodles | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-yum-pu-ma-noodles-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-yum-pu-ma-noodles-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-yum-pu-ma-noodles.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339554\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yum pu ma noodles. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The appetiser course only has one dish, but it\u2019s the one that has put many diners in a chokehold. Introducing the yum pu ma noodles, featuring chilled fern and rice noodles, raw marinated crab, and a salad comprising Ceylon spinach, hanaho flowers, and Borneo mango tossed in furu dressing.<\/p>\n<p>As someone who loves noodles, it was hard to put my bias aside, so I\u2019ll just come out and say it: this dish was my second standout. It\u2019s a refreshing shift from the first course, like the yin to the richer yang of the dim sum I had earlier. The only unfortunate thing was the portion size. It was too small! I reckoned it would&#8217;ve worked well as part of the mains.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-the-menu-flexes-its-muscles\"><\/span>Where the menu flexes its muscles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339555\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339555\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339555 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-black-beauty-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Black Beauty | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-black-beauty-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-black-beauty-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-black-beauty.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339555\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Black Beauty. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Speaking of mains, the course consists of two creations: Black Beauty and jiang yu ma. The first dish places black emperor fish front and centre, accompanied by white fish bone, green moroheiya, and brown jungle garlic caramel sauces. Chef Ace could\u2019ve taken a lighter approach with this dish, but I appreciated his decision to pair it with stronger flavours for a striking contrast.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339556\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339556\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339556 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-jiang-yu-ma-biwa-honey-sago-900x643.png\" alt=\"Jiang yu ma and biwa honey sago | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-jiang-yu-ma-biwa-honey-sago-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-jiang-yu-ma-biwa-honey-sago-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-jiang-yu-ma-biwa-honey-sago.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339556\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jiang yu ma and biwa honey sago. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The jiang yu ma brings together roasted Irish duck with watercress consomme and mountain yam rice. Don\u2019t worry about gameyness \u2013 you won\u2019t find it here, thanks to a trio-ginger brine, Chinese coriander, and chilli farce. The consomme was delicious and had good depth (not thin or one-dimensional), while the rice offered an earthy balance to the rich duck.<\/p>\n<p>It was finally time for dessert, which came in the form of biwa honey sago. The hefty chrysanthemum-poached loquat is florally sweet and pairs well with the coconut and glutinous rice, both fermented with sea salt for a day. Bird\u2019s nest adds more texture to the overall dish.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"save-room-for-the-add-ons\"><\/span>Save room for the add-ons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339557\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339557\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339557 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-ngor-hiang-ftq-dumpling-900x643.png\" alt=\"Ngor hiang and FTQ dumpling | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-ngor-hiang-ftq-dumpling-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-ngor-hiang-ftq-dumpling-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-ngor-hiang-ftq-dumpling.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339557\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ngor hiang and FTQ dumpling. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you think this dinner menu is more than enough\u2026 well, let\u2019s just say, chef Ace has more tricks up his sleeve. Each course includes the option of a supplement, and I was lucky enough to devour all of them. Diners can choose between the ngor hiang ($18), FTQ dumpling ($35), pepper Hanwoo ($55), and gula apong caramel ($18). The question now is: which one should you add to your dining experience?<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339558\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339558\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339558 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-pepper-hanwoo-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Pepper Hanwoo | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-pepper-hanwoo-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-pepper-hanwoo-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-pepper-hanwoo.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339558\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pepper Hanwoo. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Out of the four, I rank the pepper Hanwoo at the top of my list. Sure, it might be heavy to have this immediately after the duck, but with Hanwoo beef gaining more traction in Singapore, you should highly consider trying this dish. It\u2019s moreish, with the Sarawak pepper sauce, kumquat kosho, black garlic, and confit grilled leek lending different flavours to the meat.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339559\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339559\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339559 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-gula-apong-caramel-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Gula apong caramel | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-gula-apong-caramel-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-gula-apong-caramel-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-gula-apong-caramel.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339559\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gula apong caramel. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The gula apong caramel came a close second. Two sweet treats might seem too much, but this one is the opposite of the biwa honey sago. It\u2019s smoky-sweet with loads of textural elements courtesy of the decaf coffee jelly, cashew crumble, Japanese cherries, and attap seeds.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-your-taste-buds-deserve-asin\"><\/span>Do your taste buds deserve Asin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_339560\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339560\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-339560 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-entrance-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Entrance | Asin restaurant in Singapore chef Ace Tan\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-entrance-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-entrance-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/asin-singapore-ss-entrance.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-339560\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019ve had the privilege of dining at Asu, and I\u2019m pleased to note that Asin is a worthy successor. It distils chef Ace\u2019s modus operandi and refines the menu into key dishes that fit into his philosophy. I sensed a lot of pride and excitement as he introduced the dishes and made small talk with guests throughout my dinner session. Those seated at the counter would likely appreciate this even more, given the opportunities to watch the team at work and ask questions about the menu.<\/p>\n<p>On the flip side, the concept may seem a little heavy-handed and most things might fly over people\u2019s heads. Even so, that wouldn\u2019t take away from the overall experience. While some dishes naturally left a stronger impression than others, there wasn\u2019t a course that felt out of place. After all, a good restaurant in Singapore may have a solid concept and storytelling, but the food is the ultimate decider \u2013 and Asin got it right again.<\/p>\n<p>Is the second time a charm for chef Ace? I say, most definitely.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"faqs-accordion\"><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-type-of-cuisine-does-asin-serve\"><\/span>What type of cuisine does Asin serve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Asin specialises in progressive Asian cuisine. The culinary team takes classic East Asian and Southeast Asian comfort flavours and elevates them using premium ingredients and contemporary cooking techniques.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-i-need-to-make-a-reservation\"><\/span>Do I need to make a reservation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially for Friday dinners and weekend slots. Because of its cosy layout, seating is intimate and fills up fast.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-asin-have-private-dining-rooms\"><\/span>Does Asin have private dining rooms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>There\u2019s a private dining space near the entrance, perfect for corporate dinner meetings, intimate birthday celebrations, or family gatherings.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-there-a-dress-code\"><\/span>Is there a dress code?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>The dress code is smart casual. While they won't turn you away for wearing clean sneakers, most diners dress up slightly \u2013 think collared shirts for men and chic dresses or smart separates for women. Flashing beachwear or flip-flops is discouraged.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-parking-available-nearby\"><\/span>Is parking available nearby?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>While there\u2019s limited parallel street parking along Carpenter Street and Hongkong Street, it fills up very quickly. The most reliable parking options are the multi-storey car parks at Clarke Quay Central, a short walk from the restaurant.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What type of cuisine does Asin serve?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Asin specialises in progressive Asian cuisine. 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