Welcome to Raffles Place.

[TELOK AYER, SINGAPORE] I'm back again at @amigos.sg for their newly refreshed menu to try some of their dishes and soak in the vibes. While I believe some dishes can be improved, the overall experience was decent.

Let's start with basics with their Fried Barramundi Tacos 🌮 ($18 for 2). Now this was a hit, as the fish fingers were still really crispy, with a meaty, flaky fish meat within. Sauces and condiments complemented the main fish ingredient well, with savoury, tangy flavours going on with a slight kick.

If you need something to share, I would pick their Fried Calamari 🦑 ($16). Each piece was nicely coated with a slightly crispy batter, and the squid within was fresh, has a bite but not chewy at all. I would imagine this being wolfed down within minutes. Their Loaded Nachos 🌽 ($18) unfortunately did not quite deliver, as it was somewhat cold or lukewarm. I was hopefully there was melted cheese as well. Chicken on top did not have much of a taste too!

Their Camaron Quesadillas 🌮 ($14) is of an interesting take, with mango salsa taking quite a front lead in providing sweetness. The cheese and grilled snappy prawns within are savoury. This becomes quite a sweet-savoury combo which my partner likes but I would prefer going for their more savoury options. I can imagine this being divided in opinions!

Drinks are of course important in a bar, and their Frozen Raspberry Magherita 🍸 ($15) and Shirley Temple Mocktail 🍹 ($10) delivered. The Magherita itself did not seem strong, but it kicked it later towards the 2nd half of the meal 😂 Mocktail was really refreshing and I'm glad it was quite a big cup!

In all, food was generally decent, though I wouldn't say really mind blowing. Music was great too. With happy hour promos this can be a place for you to have some quick bites and alcohol to relax right after work!

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[Raffles Place, Singapore 🇸🇬]

Missing The "-86°C coffee" trend, viral from Shanghai, China 🇨🇳. The drink which offers an unique hot-meets-cold experience by serving espresso with milk in a jar flash-frozen to extreme temperatures, creating intense creaminess without ice dilution.

Now one can experience this at The Providore’s Raffles Place outlet. Velvety distilled fresh milk, topped with hot espresso, served in a cup frozen to -86°C. Best enjoyed within 40 seconds with big sips! Available in 4 different flavours : Original, Cinnamon, Spiced Rum, Pandan. Priced at S$9.80 per cup.

The Pandan flavoured drink reminded one of chendol with its pandan flavour.

Don’t forget to scoop out the creamy icy layer after finishing the drink. Best do it fast ‘cos it melts very fast!

Lastly you could bring back the cup with cap!

-86°C COOL @minus86coolcoffee by The Providore @theprovidore
Address 🛖 : 7 Raffles Place, Singapore 🇸🇬 048625
Open ⏰ :
Mon - Fri : 10am - 6pm
Sat - Sun : 10am - 5.30pm
Website 🕸️ : theprovidore.com
MRT 🚇 : Raffles Place (NS26/ EW14)

Established in December 1991 by husband-and-wife team of Raj Kishor Patro and Ritu Patro, this casual eatery is known for authentic North Indian curries presented with a fine-dining touch. Dishes are made with traditional recipes, using slow-cooking methods such as the tandoor clay oven.
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No fewer than 14 spices bloomed in mustard oil are used to marinade the boneless mutton chunks, including Kashmiri red chili, black cardamom, green cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, asafoetida / hing, and bay leaves, to which whisked plain yoghurt and water are gradually added. Garnished with strips of ginger.
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The result is a pleasant and mild curry, bursting with deep meaty savoury sweet earthy spice flavour, having a velvety thick creamy texture while the mutton is tender and chewy, yum.
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Mutton Rogan Josh
Kinara
@ 55 Boat Quay
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More details:
https://ivanteh-runningman.blogspot.com/2025/11/best-of-singapore-hawkers-mutton-rogan-josh.html

[RAFFLES PLACE, SINGAPORE] If you are looking for another ramen spot in CBD, @ramen_matsuri is another place to consider. I tried both their soup and dry ramen and I must say, I very much prefer their dry version.

The Original Taiwan Mazesoba 🍜 ($14.80) boasts quite a variety of ingredients with thick cut noodles underneath. For me I feel like the noodles and seasoning sauce are very important in a mazesoba, and their rendition was superb. It had the right amount of savoury and meaty flavour that isn't too cloying, and can be further enhanced with a dash of vinegar they give at the side. With the acidity and chewy noodles, this was very addictive. Definitely one of the best mazesoba I've had. Extra noodles is FREE too!!

I also tried their Yokohama Tonkotsu Ramen 🍜 ($16.80) and I must warn you that it's REALLY thick and meaty. The broth itself can be quite salty and incredibly meaty, which may not be for everyone. They use the same thick noodles that are very al dente. I must say, as much as I like such ramen broth, it really got quite cloying as the taste is quite one-dimensional. It's still decent ramen, but definitely not one of the best I've had!

Please get their Karaage 🐔 ($5.50 for 2) as well, as these were chunky, meaty, juicy and yet so flavourful. Garlic Gyoza 🥟 ($8 for 6) was decent but nothing much to shout out about.

Will come back whenever I crave for mazesoba 😋

[CITY HALL, SINGAPORE] we were at @brothbeyond_chijmes recently for a hotpot meal and we were really quite impressed by the quality of ingredients and the service provided by one of the server, Maine 😍

To me, the most important dish in a hotpot is the soup base and Golden Umami Broth 🍲 was the best. It was really rich and provided great flavour for any other hotpot dishes. Many of their dishes were served with dry ice, giving that fancy vibe to elevate your dining. All of the hotpot dishes were of high quality, and I loved Signature Mushroom Pork Ball 🐷 the most.

They serve a plethora of cooked dishes as well, and the one that stole my heart was their Live Boston Lobster Porridge 🦞, which had so much seafood umami! I like the crispy bits as well which added extra texture. The lobster itself was definitely fresh, as it was taken directly from a tank. Wagyu Prata 🥞 was also crispy on the outside and chewy within, with tender meaty filling which provided much flavour!

Thank you @eatwithkeat for the invite and @brothbeyond_chijmes for the food. It was truly exceptional!

This is a lovely place to dine , the ambience is romantic and relaxing . N u get to walk around national gallery & Victoria theatre .

Established in December 1991 by husband-and-wife team of Raj Kishor Patro and Ritu Patro, this casual eatery is known for authentic North Indian curries presented with a fine-dining touch. Dishes are made with traditional recipes, using slow-cooking methods such as the tandoor clay oven.
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Their rendition features chicken eggs scrambled with turmeric, curry leaves, green chili, and red onions, garnished with coriander. Carries a fluffy soft bouncy crisp texture, with eggy savoury salty sweet spicy flavour.
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Designed as an appetizer or a side dish to a meal, this lovely dish will appeal to all ages.
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Egg Bhurji / Egg Poriyal
Kinara
@ 55 Boat Quay
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More details:
https://ivanteh-runningman.blogspot.com/2022/12/best-of-singapore-hawkers-egg-bhurji-poriyal.html

Unsweetened, fizzy, citrusy drink that helps to digest your meal.

Refreshingly sweet, with the sweetness just right. Loved the generous amount of longan and the hint of pandan aroma.

Warm dessert with a twist. Stewed banana and poached egg with a flowy yolk sit in rich coconut cream. Soft, sweet, and slightly savoury. Unusual combo, but it works well. Comforting in a quiet, curious kind of way.

Had it before, liked it, so ordered again. Still excellent. Bold Thai milk tea flavour meets sweet milk drizzle for a rich treat. Texture lands between pudding and mousse — creamy, dense, yet soft and delicate.

Every visit, we never fail to order this. A well-cooked medium rare steak, pleasing to the eye and even better on the tongue. Seasoning hits the mark, pairing perfectly with tender, chewy meat. Familiar, tastisfying, always worth it.