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Chard
This spot is Permanently Closed.
If you’re into Southeast Asian comfort food found at hawker centers and night markets in places like Singapore and Malaysia, but not so much into 20-hour flights, head to Chard. This small spot near Union Square from the Laut team has some seating at a narrow counter with a couple of stools—but we mostly like to come here for takeout when it’s a Tuesday and cooking is out of the question.
Nothing on the menu costs over $15, and the Api Api Burger is an essential order. That burger is actually a spicy fried chicken sandwich with pickled papaya and carrots, and it has a ton of heat. We also like the soy-braised noodles with roast pork and wontons, but no matter what you order, get the fries dusted with a terrific lime seasoning as a side. As you wait for your food, you’ll see people walk in and disappear behind an unmarked door like they’re on their way to Narnia. Don’t mind them—they’re just heading up to Singlish, Chard’s upstairs bar.
Food Rundown
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Api Api Burger
Singlish Fries
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Wonton Mee
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