Stack Review: Halal Beef Rendang Sandwich And Lamb Meatball Bagels At Bugis

Halal Beef Rendang Sandwich And Lamb Meatball Bagels At Bugis Food at Stack Its name may have made us chortle, but once the Makcik ($13) slid down our throats, we were practically beaming. Tucked between the rye bread was a copious amount of greasy beef rendang, greens and slathered in garlic aioli.

The sandwich was toasted just right, and the rye did well to hold the components together. The smooth garlic aioli in addition deserved a shoutout as it gave the depth to the sandwich, without overpowering the other components.

If you ever plan to visit Stack, the Makcik is the sandwich you must get. When we got to the Sweet Valley High ($11) , the country apple and peach compote filling was practically oozing out.

Its syrupy consistency complemented the soft fruits; its taste is one that’ll satisfy even the sweetest of teeth. The bread was too doughy for our liking, and the Hickory turkey ham and blueberry cream cheese spread barely had any taste. Similarly, there’s the Chunky AF ($15) where every single element was a winner…on its own.

The bagels were dense and chewy – the way they should be. The roasted beets were almost gelatinous and gave a pleasant mouthfeel.

Eat them together in a bite, even so, and the flavours start clashing. The combination of the chewy bagels and beets wreaked havoc on my jaws.

And worst of all, the little nuances in the flavour of the meatballs were gone once the juices seeped into the bagel. Ambience at Stack Stack definitely has fewer seats as compared to other shops in the area. Despite its open-air concept, the ventilation here is good; in fact, it’s pretty cooling.

The verdict Stack is a bit of a toughie to judge ‘cause the elements making up the sandwiches are all on point. The combination , on the other hand, requires a bit of tweaking. And the fuss-free concept definitely sets it apart from other shops in the area.