Five & Dime

Came to Five & Dime with ger and ky because I wanted to try their Lava Cake.

Asari Clams ($10)- Japanese asari clams in our signature sake and bonito infused broth. At first glance, the broth looks quite plian so we were surprised when we took a sip. It was flavourful and had the taste of the clams. The clams were well cooked and sweet.

Mentaiko Pasta ($18)- Spaghetti tossed in creamy mentaiko, topped with more cod fish roe. I love mentaiko so if I see it on a menu, it is a must order for me. Mentaiko was indeed creamy and rich. Heaven in my mouth but I think it is a little to rich for a person to finish it.

Cajun Chicken ($18)- Boneless grilled cajun-spiced chicken thigh with creamy mash and steamed corn. Ky ordered this. Tender chicken with mashed potato underneath. The mashed potato had some lumps but tasted buttery and creamy. Dressing on the salad tasted weird, not something I would try again.

Golden Custard Lava Cake ($12)- Molten chocolate lava cake with a salted egg yolk custard center. Finally the moment I've been waiting for.... tadah! Their lava cake with salted egg yolk. The salted egg yolk custard by itself was good- sweet, salty and eggy. With the chocolate cake, the salted egg yolk taste is subdued and what you get is a balanced chocolate taste.

Rate:
Asari Clams: 6.5/10 ☺
Mentaiko Pasta: 7.5/10 ☺
Cajun Chicken: 6/10 ☺
Golden Custard Lava Cake: 7.5/10 ☺