TLDR;
Les Ducs is a French restaurant in Ann Siang Hill offering a wallet-friendly lunch menu of French classics, including Duck Confit and Tartare. The menu is priced between $6 and $48, with the average price being about $25 per dish.
French dining has long been associated with haute cuisine, luxury and high price tags; but there is a rise of restaurants in Singapore challenging this notion by offering wallet-friendly French food. Les Ducs in Ann Siang Hill is one of these restaurants with an attractive lunch menu selection.
Les Ducs French Lunch Menu
The lunch menu at Les Ducs is aptly named Bouillon, inspired by traditional French eateries that served cheap but hearty food.
The Bouillon menu is available Monday to Saturday from 12 pm to 3 pm. From what we understand its not a permanent menu (yet) so it’s only around for a limited time.
In a similar vein, the dishes are all priced between $3 to $48 with offerings across starters, main and desserts.
The selection features starters like Sourdough ($3), Country Terrine with Duck Rillette ($8) and Vegetable Velouté ($6); a thick, vegetable soup.
My meal began with three classic French starters, like the Snails, garlic & parsley butter ($6 for 12, $11 for 22).
These were salty, garlic-y and moreish; definitely best enjoyed with bread to soak up the oil!
The Bone Marrow with Sourdough ($12) was an indulgence. Beefy but not gamey; it melted into the crusty bread like butter.
I did feel these two dishes were on the salty side and might be heavy for some.
So if you prefer something lighter, try the Le bouillon Les Ducs ($12).
This hearty French chicken soup was packed with vegetables and a thin, French noodle that is similar to bee hoon.
It was comforting and hearty, with a sweetness from the chicken broth and a slight tang from the topping of sour cream. I think this can be a meal on its own with the bulk of the noodles!
The prices for mains are between $15 to $30, with the most expensive being the $48 Angus beef tenderloin, which are pretty competitive prices for French food in Maxwell.
I tried the Confit Duck Leg ($22), which easily ranked among my top few I’ve had in Singapore.
The meat retained its tenderness and a slight fat without being too salty, with crisp skin that added a nice texture. The side of sauteed potatoes were also very addictive and the perfect complement to the meat.
The best value-for-money main on the menu is the Roasted Chicken Leg ($15), which includes a whole roast chicken leg and fries.
The meat was juicy and tender, with a concentrated chicken flavour that made it very satisfying. Their fries were equally moreish when paired with the side of aioli and French mustard!
If you’re feeling bougie, you can consider Beef Tartare with Fries ($20) for your main, with a good-sized portion to tender, seasoned meat. Their iteration is a bit more tangy from capers and mustard, pairing well with their moreish fries.
Other options include the Angus beef bourguignon ($25) and Slow-cooked salmon ($20), which we find are fair prices for the offerings.
Finish the meal with Chocolate Mousse ($9), creamy and not-too sweet! The Créme Mont Blanc ($8) was also a unique dessert with a yoghurt base complemented by a nutty chestnut paste.
Verdict: Is Les Ducs Worth It?
Yes, the Les Ducs lunch menu is worth it. The prices are value-for-money for the quality of French food, especially when the price tag is usually steeper.
Les Ducs Lunch Menu
Available Monday to Saturday, 12pm to 3pm
8 Ann Siang Hill, Singapore 069788
*This article is based on a media-tasting event, but all opinions expressed about the food are entirely our own.
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