Lunch @ Ding Dong

The deal: Acclaimed chef Ryan Clift of Tippling Club fame has created a three-course lunch set ($35) incorporating his Southeast Asian and Western fusion plates; recently revamped to include more vegetarian options. Start off with an appetizer like the fresh and light kingfish sashimi, followed by mains such as saltwater barramundi with Malay curry, and desserts like Clift’s own modern rendition of Malacca chendol; it blows all expectations out of the water. The set comes with a glass of wine or beer.

Why it’s worth it: It’s a chance to try Clift’s exciting take on Southeast Asian cuisine, without the evening crowd.