Taiwanese Lu Rou Fan served in bento boxes (if you dine in) under $10 in Queensway Shopping Centre. Lu Rou/braised pork gravy has a thin texture. Also sells other Taiwanese dishes like scallion oil noodles, curry rice, and pork meatball soup. Portion for rice bowl may be a little small, consider getting the Large size.
I am a huge fan of Taiwanese Lu Rou Fan (Braised Pork Rice Bowl). So, when my friend suggested a Taiwanese place for lunch near our office, I eagerly agreed.
Located in a corner of Queensway Shopping Centre, better known for sports shoes and apparel, Hei Lun Shi Tang 黑輪食堂 (direct translation: Black Wheels Kitchen) is a modest eatery serving Taiwanese rice bowls in traditional stainless steel bento boxes, presenting an authentic and homely vibe.
Signature Mixed 黑輪綜合 - $9.50
My friend ordered this dish, so I can't provide an in-depth review. However, I noticed that this rice bowl includes a variety of meats, such as their signature braised pork, stewed pork belly, and braised chicken.
It is served with pickled mustard greens, a few pieces of cooked carrots, a mushroom, some cooked cabbage, and half a braised hard-boiled egg. However, the price is a little on the higher end for a Taiwanese bento meal, so I decided to try another dish.
Signature Braised Pork Bento (Small) 鲁肉便當（小） - $6.50
As you can see, all meat rice bowls here are served with the same assortment of side dishes: pickled mustard greens, cooked carrots, mushroom, cabbage, and egg. Since braised pork is the main meat in this rice bowl, its portion is more generous than the one mentioned above.
The braised pork is tender and flavourful, and said to be "stewed in superior soy sauce and rice wine from Taiwan for hours". Although the braised pork is tasty, I found the gravy texture a bit too thin and watery for my liking, as I prefer a thicker texture. (Disclaimer: I've never been to Taiwan before and I am not sure if the authentic, original Lu Rou Fan dish's gravy has to be of a thin texture, so this is just regarding my personal preference.)
Additionally, I felt there was too much meat and too little gravy. However, the friendly staff promptly gave me an extra portion of just the gravy upon request.
The pickled mustard greens are tangy and add a refreshing element to the dish, balancing the richness of the braised pork and providing a delightful contrast in taste.
These rice bowls are available in either a Small or Large portion, and I opted for the Small one. However, I found the portion to be a bit too small for a satisfying meal, especially if you're hungry. It might be worth considering adding an extra $1 to upgrade to the larger portion.
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Overall, while I can't declare this as my favourite Lu Rou Fan in Singapore, it was decent enough. I might return to explore other Taiwanese dishes on their menu. such as Curry Braised Pork Rice, Scallion Oil Noodles, and Fried Chicken Noodles.
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