Review: Spring Ju Chun Yuan - Dim Sum Buffet

Started in 1865 in Fuzhou, the Ju Chun Yuan brand was brought to Singapore along with its Executive Chef Lin Zhi, and his team of award-winning chefs, to helm the kitchen of Spring Ju Chun Yuan, located at Far East Square.

Besides having the renowned dish of Buddha Jumps Over The Wall under their belt, Spring Ju Chun Yuan also boasts a wide selection of impeccable dim sum creations, roasts items—their Roast pork is a definite must-order—and now an extremely affordable Dim Sum Buffet available daily ($18 on weekdays, $24 on weekends) that really leaves no reason at all to not pay a visit.

Diners will not be disappointed with their deftly executed mainstays—like Siew Mai, Har Gao, Char Siew Shu (baked barbecued pork bun) and Chee Cheong Fan (each item about $4-5 a la carte)—but creations like the Four Seasons pork dumplings ($4.50 a la carte) are also highly worthy of mention. The huge dumpling is topped with four different toppings that each releases its own character of flavour and texture as you bite into it for a delicious, intriguing experience.

Nothing, however, gets me like hearty grub, and the Braised beef brisket noodle ($6.50 a la carte) definitely hits the spot. The beef is beautifully tender with noodles that are cooked just right in a comforting, flavoursome soup that only teams too well with other items, like the Pork dumplings in spicy sauce or the unctuous but succulent Paperbag chicken.

The signature Ju Chun Yuan roast pork is not included in the buffet listing, and there is good reason why. Using a special western technique, the ubiquitous roast pork is given a supremely crunchy skin complemented by meat that is juicy and fatty enough for that fine balance of bite and taste. We chowed through serving after serving, and would gladly fork out another $8 for yet another plate.

Those with a sweet-tooth will not be disappointed with their desserts line-up. Highlights include the oozy Salted egg custard bun ($4.50 a la carte), hearty and warm Fuzhou yam pudding ($3.80 a la carte) and their baked egg tarts ($3.80 a la carte). For guests who enjoy the ‘king of fruits’, their thin, fluffy Durian pancake ($7 a la carte) is served chilled, and filled to the brim with a mixture of fresh cream and sinfully pungent durian flesh.

Spring Ju Chun Yuan’s Dim Sum Buffet is available daily 11.30am to 3.30pm, and is priced at $18 for adults and $10 for kids below 12-years old on Mondays to Fridays; and $24 for adults and $16 for kids below 12-years old on Saturdays and Sundays. For reservations, please call +65 65362655.

Note: This was an invited tasting.

Spring Ju Chun Yuan Far East Square, #01-01 130 Amoy Street Singapore 049959