Pepper Lunch (Ang Mo Kio Hub)

Was quite confused with the ordering process at my first visit. First I was given a number card with my table number. Then the guy at the entrance will place a matching table number at an available table for the number of guest. Then we placed our order, collected our drinks and had to sit at the table given to us. (You cannot choose to sit at another table as it'll all be numbered.)

Food came and we had to cook our own food. Pour in the sauces and start cooking your meat on the hot stone. All the sizzling and cooking created a strong smell that filled the entire place. I personally wouldn't like sitting there for too long after my meal. Kinda stink the clothes.

Had my second visit at Pepper Lunch yesterday. My friends were there before me and were about to finish when I arrived. I queued to order my food and from my previous experience, I requested for a number card. The guy asked where I sit and I told him my table number was removed as the food already delivered. He doesn't seem to understand me as he kept asking for a table number! I repeated myself again this time slower and pointing to my table. Then finally he understood. But he seemed rather lost not knowing what to do. Later he told me to inform the cashier when placing my order. So I did. And the cashier gave me a confused look again! I'm totally lost. What's so difficult about giving me a new table number? Later he checked with the guy again and then he told her to give me a table number from her sets of numbers. Walking back to my table to join my friend, I asked myself, what's the difference from the guy at the entrance giving me a number and the cashier giving me a number? Aren't they the same?

The food was alright. Its the concept of cooking it yourself and the special sauce they have that makes it a novelty for customers. Other than that, I don't see what's so good about it, considering the smell and price and service, I'll rather not have my meal there.

Haven't tried Pepper Lunch? Then you should drop by one of their outlets today!

Pepper Lunch originates from Japan, and it's a fastfood steakhouse that offers really good dishes. Service was prompt and friendly as well.

My friend insisted that I should try it out, and brought me there last week. We went to the branch at the new Ang Mo Kio Hub, and I had their Combo Series: Cut Steak & Chicken. The steak and chicken were great! Tender and tasty. :)

I had a different experience cooking the meat on the hotplate though! Haha..a note for those who haven't been there, do bring someone who is more 'experienced', cos..the hotplate tends to sizzle for a while and 'dies off'. So u have to cook fast!

Quite a healthy spread in my opinion. Oh, and many friends have told me that their "Shake! Shake! Salad!" is a must-try. Maybe you can drop by Pepper Lunch one day and give it a try! :)