A fun and thoughtfully designed experience that seamlessly balances a mix analog and digital…read moregames/entertainment with a bar/restaurant that offers carefully curated and expertly crafted food. This combined with the exceptional (yet causal) and authentic hospitality at every service touchpoint made for a truly outstanding guest experience.
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Strokes is a well-designed space; it's cheeky and comfortable, with a variety of seating areas and furniture types to ensure an effortless sense of comfort. The interior decor--a pastel colour palette with brass accents, velvet and wood-accent furniture, and retro-inspired accessories--establishes a relaxed atmosphere. The selection of games and entertainment are accessible and engaging to both children and adults, including 9/18 holes of miniature golf (ranging in difficulty), table tennis, and arcade-style video games.
After devouring a collection of truly impressive and dynamic small plates and main dishes, it is clear why Chef Chris has such genuine enthusiasm and pride in his culinary work, particularly in the recently revamped Strokes menu. From the small plates menu, we thoroughly enjoyed the Fried Brussels Sprouts, as well as the Keto Moco--one divinely prepared fried egg on top of a (substituted) Beyond Meat patty, resting on a bed of cauliflower couscous and generously surrounded with savoury mousse. In a tasting of the large plates menu, the Pork Belly with Pandan Gremolata was expertly prepared and our absolute favourite--the exterior was golden and crisp, while the meat was tender, juicy, and flavourful with the perfect balance of fat, salt, and zest. A unique and refreshing bite was the Tangy Pomelo Salad--a seemingly effortless balance of fresh and crisp textures with sweet, sour, and salty flavours. We also demolished the Animal Burger (substituted a Beyond Meat patty) with Fries--a classic snack that was, like all of the previous dishes, perfectly prepared, and satisfying. The bar features the usual beer, wine, and liquor, however, the bartenders prepared several specialty cocktails that were delicious and thoughtfully crafted to complement the specific Malaysian-influenced flavours of the small and large plates.
Our experience was flawless. We look forward to our next visit, largely due to the truly exceptional food, fun atmosphere, and unmatched hospitality.
