This really hip-looking cafe shows no trace of its past; probably the only thing that is obvious was the signboard that is retained from the previous tenant. It takes over an old coffeeshop that had started here ever since the estate was around, which also used to house a rather famed Prawn Noodle stall in here. Other items such as the artwork in the cafe featuring old calendars and a weighing scale in its toilet also gives a nod to the past. Despite so, the menu is rather western, featuring salads, all-day brunch and desserts as well as coffee made using the Throwback blend by Papa Pahelta. Go for the waffles if you are here; the Buttermilk is fragrant at its best even though its not even stated in the menu, and for those interested in savoury waffles they also serve them with Fried Chicken, which is also one of their specialties.
Beef short ribs, bovril, daikon, bonito. The beef was SOOOO good, a few mouthfuls were slick with rich, buttery, fatty bits that melted in the mouth like a dream. The daikon fries, however, were tasteless and did nothing for me.
A collab with the popular Sarnies, The Lokal features breakfast and lunch items like Triple Cheese & Mushroom toasties, Veal schnitzel burger, and excellent coffee. Great to have another quality cafe in the Duxton area!
Mandarin Gallery welcomes a new addition to their brood of elegant and swanky tenants with the launch of The Providore's flagship cafe. Breakfast stops at 12pm on weekdays but extends till 3pm on weekends and showcases artisan breads freshly baked from BAO Bakery and free range eggs. While prices may come across as a little steep, you are getting quality produce in every dish on the menu, and the added convenience of dining in the heart of Orchard Road.
You'll almost always get a perfect cup of coffee here. Order a roast beef or turkey ham ciabatta to go with it. Sit outside if the sun is kind!
With 10-12 free (and refillable) side dishes, Kim's Family Food is known to satisfy many with it's authentic, hearty food, and generous portions at reasonable prices. Some go as far as dubbing it their favourite Korean restaurant ever! Go for the seafood pancake, and the dak-bulgogi marinated chicken hot plate.
At La Petite, you get to enjoy French favourites at not-so-crazy prices. This humble, cosy bistro is located in the outer corridor of Serene Centre. Order (at the counter) the escargots on toasted croissant ($14) to share, and the Confit du Canard (duck leg) for your main at $16.50. The duck is cooked to perfection, crispy skin with tender flesh, and an addictive potato gratin on the side.
This humble Thai stall in Tiong Bahru market is probably the most value-for-money, with huge portions at only $4 a plate. Owned and run by two friendly Thais, you'll be guaranteed authentic, hearty food. The Pad Thai is full of flavour and generous with the ingredients. Go for your favourites, they have a wide variety to choose from!
Perfect for a chilled out night with friends over good food and beer, you'd be hard-pressed to find a more value-for-money dining spot in this area. Start with the Yomomoso wings -- you won't be able to stop. Get the No. 36 Burger, unassuming at $14, it'll satisfy you with it's simple goodness. The fish and chips are a killer to
Serving huge portions, be sure to share your food here at Gold Food. With most dishes priced below $10, this value-for-money Thai restaurant is great for some mango salad, green curry and tom yam. Located conveniently in Sunshine Plaza, it's a great hidden gem for cheap, tasty Thai food in town.
You know you've come to the right place when close to 80% of the diners are Japanese. The word of Miharu's almost life-changing ramen has been spreading quietly, but rapidly. The comfortable, quiet, calming vibe of Miharu sets the perfect tone for the salty, creamy, luscious broth, and chewy Sapporo ramen. Go for #11, the Tonkotsu Miso ramen - you'll be licking your bowl down to the last drop.
