Ms Durian | Speciality Bakery & Cafe

11 Kelantan Rd, Singapore 208604

Singapore

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6/8/2025

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Durian Bar is a popular durian stall in Singapore, known for sourcing premium durians from Malaysia daily. The stall offers a curated selection of varieties such as Musang King, XO, and Red Prawn, catering to both aficionados and newcomers. Its reputation for freshness and quality attracts locals and tourists seeking the quintessential durian experience.

The Visit

The Durian Bar finale is a sensory adventure, with the reviewer sampling a wall of durians ranging from bitter XO to creamy Musang King and sweet Red Prawn. The experience is interactive—checking for golden flesh, discussing flavor nuances, and savoring the unique aroma. The reviewer notes the addictive, almost truffle-like scent, and the complex flavors that range from caramel to blue cheese. It’s a bold, divisive, and unforgettable end to a day of eating.

What They Ate

XO Durian

Musang King Durian

Red Prawn Durian

Quotes

"(XO durian) This is XO, it's more like an alcohol flavor. It's so intense, bitter sweetness to it."

"(Musang King durian) Musang King, famous for the bitter sweetness, and very small seed, so you get very thick flesh over here."

"(Red prawn durian) Red prawn, just sweet, and nice flesh over here."

"(Overall)Make sure it's clean, bold, probably the most easy going. It's always sweet, light bitterness."

Our Reflection

Tasting durian at the Durian Bar is an exercise in open-mindedness and sensory exploration. Each variety tells a story—from the boozy bitterness of XO to the lush, custardy Musang King. The flavors are polarizing, yet captivating, with textures reminiscent of cheese and aromas that linger like truffles. The ritual of inspecting, opening, and savoring each fruit becomes a communal celebration of Southeast Asia’s most infamous delicacy. It’s a fitting, unforgettable finale to a day of culinary discovery.

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