Weekend lunches call for something a little more special, and 黑珍珠 The Black Pearl has just refreshed its dim sum set menu to match. If you have been meaning to gather the family or catch up with old friends over a proper spread, this new set gives you plenty of reasons to book a table this Saturday or Sunday for a rooftop brunch. Diners now have two ways to enjoy the refreshed menu, from the well-loved $88 Dim Sum Set to the newly expanded $138 Dim Sum Deluxe Set.
Available for a minimum of two diners, both sets bring together an impressive range of steamed, pan-fried and roasted dim sum, along with soup, rice and dessert. It is a solid pick if you are after Cantonese food in Singapore that goes beyond the usual char siew and har gow, while still keeping those comforting classics on the table.
Steamed Dim Sum with a Twist
The steamed basket opens with the Black Pearl Truffle Wild Mushroom Dumplings, a fragrant option for those who enjoy earthy flavours. The Sakura Crystal Prawn Dumpling brings a delicate, almost floral touch to the classic har gow, while the Xiao Long Bao delivers that familiar burst of savoury broth in every bite. Rounding things off are the Steamed Dumplings with Amaranth Greens and Chopped Chili, a spicier addition for those who like a bit of heat with their greens. Step up to the $138 Dim Sum Deluxe Set and you also get the Quail Egg Siew Mai with Black Truffle, an extra indulgent addition to the steamed basket.
Pan-Fried Favourites
On the pan-fried side, the Radish Cake with Sakura Ebi adds a briny, umami note to a Cantonese teahouse staple. The Shredded Pumpkin Yam Cake offers a naturally sweet contrast, and the Pan-Seared Beef Pancake with Aromatic Cumin brings a warm, spiced flavour that works well alongside the milder dishes on the table.
Roasted Delights and Beyond
The roasted selection is where the sets really show their quality. The award-winning BBQ Premium Iberico Char Siew uses a richer cut of pork for extra depth, and the Aged Black Vinegar Jellyfish Head adds a tangy, crunchy texture for those who enjoy a bit of variety in mouthfeel. Both are signature dishes found in the $88 and $138 sets. The $88 Dim Sum Set rounds things off with the Crystal Chicken with Scallion Pepper Sauce for something light and aromatic, while the $138 Dim Sum Deluxe Set instead adds the Otah Mousse on Crispy Fish Skin, another signature dish that pairs a well-loved local flavour with a crisp, savoury base.
Beyond the dim sum, both sets come with the Soup of the Day, along with the Braised Homemade Beancurd and Wild Mushrooms with Abalone Sauce, a comforting dish that pairs beautifully with the Yangzhou Fried Rice. Diners on the $138 Dim Sum Deluxe Set also get two extra mains, the Shunde Style Slow-Cooked Fish in Thick Broth topped with Crispy Fish Skin and the Deep-Fried Silver Cod Smoked with Osmanthus, along with the Braised Rice with South African Abalone in place of the Yangzhou Fried Rice. To close the meal, the Pink Guava Puree with Guava and Pickled Mango offers a refreshing, slightly tart finish that cuts through the richness of everything that came before it, with the $138 set pairing this with a Bird’s Nest Egg Tart for an extra touch of indulgence.
A Menu Built for Sharing
This new set menu strikes a good balance between familiar comfort and small creative touches, giving regulars something new to look forward to without straying too far from what makes dim sum enjoyable in the first place. Whether you are planning a family reunion lunch or simply want a leisurely weekend meal, this is a menu built for sharing.
Reserve a table at 黑珍珠 The Black Pearl directly and secure your spot for this weekend’s dim sum set lunch. The set lunch is available Saturdays and Sundays, from 11.00am to 3.00pm, with last order at 2.30pm, and requires a minimum of 2 pax to order.