Big Bites Pure Vegetarian Restaurant - Sengkang

Most people who read my blog know that I have the misfortune of residing in Sengkang.  Sengkang is a pretty dismal place for those who refrain from eating meat.  This is my second review of Big Bites, the first review was conducted over two years ago.  For those looking for healthy vegetarian/vegan food, kindly run in the opposite direction of Big Bites - As the food in sinfully high in oil and salt.  I must shamefully confess that Big Bites is a place that I will frequent, perhaps a couple of times per week.  Kopitiam Square has been an absolute disaster, but one positive from this flop is there are always plenty of seats, and this hawker doesn't have the level of stress that most have.

 
Big Bites Pure Vegetarian Restaurant
Location: Kopitiam Square, 10 Sengkang Square
Contact: 62976297
Opening Hours: Daily until 10pm

For all the complaining I do about living in Sengkang, one good thing I can say, is just a stones throw away from where I live is one of the best Masala Dosa in Singapore.  The masala dosa from this stall has changed a lot over the months and years, depending on the type of chef, and the general mood of the chef.  In particular, the potato masala filling can fluctuate a lot in texture and spice level depending on the day.  The texture of the dosa itself is thin, crisp and perfectly charred.  This stall also has one of the best sambars I have tasted too.  An outstanding dosa.

Price: $3.75.     9/10

The infamous Indian orb that will bring joy to your taste buds, and suffering to your arteries.  Yes, of course I am talking about Channa Bhattura. This dish can range from absolutely perfect to dismally poor, depending on the mood of the chef again.  When it is done right, the texture the chef manages to achieve is ideal, and the channa masala that accompanies it is delicious.  When the chef is feeling lazy, he will serve a bhattura that has not correctly puffed up, leaving the texture tough and brittle - Almost inedible.  I always make sure to state that I want it to 'puff up', just so the chef is clear that I won't be willing to accept his half-assed version of a bhattura.

Price: $5.90.     8/10


One significant change from the last time I reviewed Big Bites, is the inclusion of a real tandoor oven in the kitchen.  This has lead to breads like the Plain Naan to have a vast improvement.  Although it has improved, I still would rate this as an average naan only.  I would prefer a great charring on this bread.  On some particular days the naan quality is very nice, with it being thin, flaky, charred yet chewy at the same time.  However, most days I find the naan a little too flat and doughy.  For those who are non-vegan, I recommend ordering the garlic or  butter naan - I've not eaten it myself, but it looks perfect.

Price: $1.60.     7/10


Conclusion - My biggest frustration with Big Bites is consistency.  I really adore some of the dishes they produce, I just wish there was a level of reliability in what I am ordering.  Instead of, as it is now, ordering and just hoping they prepare the dish the same way they did last time.  Sengkang has a high proportion of Chinese residents, and I hope in the future that these individuals will be less cautious when it comes to plucking up the courage to order food from Big Bites.  Please, I am begging you, step out of your comfort zone and try something new!  Business is generally very impressive at nights, especially as Indians love to eat dinner very late.

Overall Rating
Food - 8/10
Ambiance- 7/10
Service - 7/10
Value - 7/10