Prime Cuts: Our Most Carefully Selected Seafood
Not every dish belongs on an ordinary menu.
At Thong Thai Bistro, Chef June has created a selection we call Prime Cuts.
Prices start from $59, and the reason is simple.
These dishes represent some of the ingredients and preparations where Chef June is least willing to compromise.
We don’t choose ingredients simply because they are inexpensive.
We choose them because they meet her standards.
And if an ingredient doesn’t meet that standard, it doesn’t enter the kitchen.
Why We Call Them Prime Cuts
The name isn’t about making something sound expensive.
It’s about the approach.
When you order from our Prime Cuts selection, you are choosing dishes built around carefully selected ingredients, particularly fresh seafood.
Chef June believes that premium ingredients deserve proper handling and preparation.
There is no point buying excellent seafood and then overwhelming it with unnecessary flavours.
The cooking has to respect the ingredient.
That’s particularly true with the seafood we have chosen for this section.
Threadfin: A Fish Chosen for Its Tenderness
Threadfin is our featured fish.
This is not an accidental choice.
Threadfin is known for its exceptionally tender, delicate flesh. It is traditionally valued in Chinese cooking and is commonly used in preparations such as soups and porridge because of its soft texture.
It is also a deep-sea fish with a clean, delicate taste.
For Chef June, the appeal is the texture.
A good piece of Threadfin should be tender and delicate rather than dominated by a strong or muddy fish flavour.
That makes it an excellent canvas for her Southern Thai preparation.
Jumbo Prawns in Tamarind Sauce
Then there are our Jumbo Prawns in Tamarind Sauce.
This dish is increasingly becoming one of the dishes people talk about when they visit us.
The prawns are substantial, fresh and naturally sweet.
Chef June’s tamarind sauce brings together the characteristic sweet and sour qualities of tamarind with the savoury elements of the dish.
And then there is the part nobody needs to explain:
The sauce is finger-licking good.
We have had guests tell us that they would happily order the dish simply for the sauce.
We understand completely.
Fresh Oysters — Keep Them Fresh
Our oysters are served raw and available in portions of 6 or 12.
This is deliberately simple.
Fresh oysters don’t need elaborate cooking.
Instead, Chef June provides her own selection of condiments to accompany them.
The idea is to experience the freshness of the oyster while allowing the accompanying flavours to add another dimension.
Sometimes the best cooking is knowing what not to do.
Fresh Squid in Lemon Sauce
Squid is another example of how Chef June approaches ingredients.
It sounds simple:
Fresh squid.
Fresh lemon.
But simple doesn’t mean easy.
Squid can be unforgiving if it isn’t handled properly.
Timing matters.
Preparation matters.
And the balance of the lemon sauce matters.
When everything comes together, a relatively simple dish can become something exceptional.
That’s exactly what Chef June is looking for.
Quality Is Not an Accident
When a guest says that our food tastes exceptionally fresh, it may sound simple.
But freshness doesn’t happen by accident.
There is planning behind it.
There is sourcing.
There is preparation.
There is inspection.
And there is Chef June’s final decision.
If something doesn’t meet her standard, it doesn’t get served.
That’s one of the reasons our approach can be different from a restaurant trying to serve food as quickly and cheaply as possible.
We aren’t trying to be that restaurant.
Why Prime Cuts Start at $59
We know that $59 and above is not an everyday price point for everyone.
We understand that.
Our philosophy has always been that diners should know our pricing before they visit.
We publish our menu and prices because we believe in transparency.
We also know that our restaurant isn’t competing with hawker-centre pricing.
Our focus is on quality ingredients, fresh seafood and food prepared with care.
There are many restaurants in Singapore competing on price.
That’s not our game.
Our game is quality.
Fresh Seafood Takes Centre Stage
Seafood is particularly important to Thong Thai Bistro.
We want diners to associate us with seafood that is carefully selected and properly prepared.
From our Jumbo Prawns in Tamarind Sauce to Fresh Squid in Lemon Sauce, our Prime Cuts selection reflects that philosophy.
We don’t want a large menu simply for the sake of having a large menu.
We would rather have fewer dishes that Chef June is genuinely proud to serve.
Chef June’s Standard
Chef June’s kitchen is unconventional.
She is not interested in following a formula simply because another restaurant does it.
Her decisions are based on her own taste, experience and standards.
That means ingredients are judged carefully.
Preparation is important.
Freshness matters.
And the final dish has to pass her test.
Only then does it reach the dining room.
Come and Discover Our Prime Cuts
If you are visiting Thong Thai Bistro for the first time, our Prime Cuts selection is an excellent way to explore the seafood side of our kitchen.
Try the:
- Threadfin Fish
- Jumbo Prawns in Tamarind Sauce
- Fresh Oysters
- Fresh Squid in Lemon Sauce
Each is different.
But they have one thing in common:
Quality comes first.
That is the standard Chef June wants to maintain.
And that is why we are proud to put them under one heading:
PRIME CUTS
Thong Thai Bistro | Number One Thai Seafood Restaurant
Fresh seafood. Southern Thai flavours. Chef June’s standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Prime Cuts at Thong Thai Bistro?
Prime Cuts is our selection of premium dishes featuring carefully selected ingredients and seafood. Prices start from $59.
What fish does Thong Thai Bistro serve?
Our featured fish is Threadfin, selected for its tender, delicate flesh and clean flavour.
What are the Jumbo Prawns served with?
Our jumbo prawns are served with Chef June’s tamarind sauce, creating a balance of sweet, sour and savoury flavours.
Are the oysters cooked?
Our oysters are served raw with Chef June’s selection of condiments and are available in portions of 6 or 12.
What makes the squid dish special?
Our squid is prepared with fresh lemon sauce. The dish demonstrates Chef June’s belief that simple ingredients can become exceptional when handled correctly.
