Max Brenner (Closed)

Menu
The menu at Max Brenner is so extensive you can’t possibly sample all of it in one seating. Whether you’re in the mood for pastries, creamy drinks, or chocolate dips and bars, this café has got almost anything you could think of. It is also worth noting that some items are quite interesting such as the Mexican spicy hot choc, choc chunks pizza, and coffee blends in a Kangaroo cup.

Recommended Desserts
– Melting Chocolate Truffle Heart Cake & Shake
– Churros
– Apple Pie Cinnamon Waffles
– Tutti Frutti Waffles
– Banana Spilt Waffles
– Fantastic Popsicle Chocolate Fondue
– Chocolate Chunks Pizza
– Suckao
– Melting Marshmallow Hot Chocolate

Ambiance
Although the Singapore outlets are quite smaller compared to the NY and Sydney ones, the ambiance is kept cosy and relaxing intensified with the subdued lighting and chocolate-themed décor. It’s a great place to celebrate special occasions with mates and relatives, and on a typical late supper, it feels like having a tea and cake party but only you have irresistible chocolates.

Average price/Pax: S$20

Locations
@ Esplanade Mall
#01-06/08, Esplanade Mall, 8 Raffles Avenue, 039802
Tel: (65) 6235 9556
Mon – Thu 10:00 – 22:30
Fri & Sat 10:00 – 23:30
Sun 10:00 – 22:30

@ VivoCity
1 HarbourFront Walk,
#01-116 VivoCity,
Singapore 098585
Tel: (65) 6278 4218
Mon – Thu 10:00 – 22:00
Fri & Sat 10:00 – 23:00
Sun 10:00 – 22:00

The 5 Best Gelato Shops in Singapore

Gelato, the healthy version of ice cream, is on trend.

The health-conscious loves it. The weight-watchers love it. And our Singaporeans love it. This doesn’t mean Singaporeans are all the health-conscious people or the weight- watchers. Just because eating gelato is one of our ways of life. Enjoying this cold, smooth and flavourful dessert with all our heart is a way to appreciate the year-round hot and humid weather on the island.

Whether you are into Italian-style gelato or Japanese-style. Whether you want to have your favorites in a relaxing neighborhood venue or in a hip central location. Our guide to the best gelateria in Singapore will help you find your love.

+39 Gelato Bar (Closed)

Menu
The menu is rather small for an upmarket gelato bar, but the flavours change daily so there’s variety. The kitchen is manned by Chef Jacopo Quaglia, who is also responsible for creating the most innovative additions to the menu. Popular concoctions are pineapple lemon basil, chili chocolate, pistachio, and raspberry. A wide selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are also being offered at this gelato place. You can either go by the glass or by the bottle, if you want to turn the quiet night into a festive mood.

Recommended Flavours
– Pistachio
– Lime
– Vanilla
– Hazelnut
– Mango
– Strawberry cinnamon

Ambiance
The ambiance is very relaxing with each corner being well-lit and air-conditioned. There is enough seat for a small group of four persons who may wish to dine-in. Bricked walls, open kitchen bar, and organised dining areas basically make up +39 Gelato Bar’s interior, and the place doesn’t get crowded easily for it is still relatively new in the local scene.

Price: S$7.50/scoop

5 Best Cake Shops in Singapore for Special Occasions and Everyday

A small sliced cake for a delightful afternoon tea. A big whole cake for a memorable special occasion. In our life, we have cake as a bridge connecting our every moment to happiness.

With our guide to the best cake shops in Singapore, you now have no excuse for not buying yourself a piece of happiness or bringing a smile to your loved one’s face.

Plain Vanilla Bakery @ Tiong Bahru

MENU: The shop’s small-sized menu spotlights cupcakes with 9 different flavors (choco-hazelnut, strawberry white chocolate, red velvet, milk chocolate chip, dark chocolate ganache, carrot, cookies and cream, cinnamon brown sugar, and milk chocolate banana). Aside from that, a handful of other cakes is also available.

WELL-LOVED FLAVOURS:

Salted Caramel
Red Velvet
Cinnamon Brown Suger
Dark Chocolate Ganache

AMBIANCE: The Tiong Bahru outlet looks like a contemporary Japanese-like café with vintage-style bikes lined up in front of the shop, zen minimalist interior, and wooden tables and chairs. The walls are accentuated with paintings, giving an artistic-hippie vibe to the warm cupcake shop. It is also worth mentioning that the shop is seldom jam-packed so you can drop by anytime during its operating hours.

PRICE: Cupcakes are at $3.90 each or $22 for every six

All PLAIN VANILLA’S LOCATIONS:
@ Tiong Bahru
Address: 1D Yong Siak Street, Singapore 168641
Tel: +65 8363 7614
Opening hours:

Mon to Sat: 08:00 – 19:00
Sun: 09:00 – 18:00

@ Cluny Court
Address: 01-03A, 501 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 259760
Tel: +65 8363 7615
Opening hours: Daily 08:00 – 19:00

@ ION Orchard
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, B1-06, Singapore 238801 (within IN GOOD COMPANY Concept Store)
Tel: +65 8299 9422
Opening hours:

Monday to Thursday: 11:00 – 19:00
Friday to Sunday & Public Holidays: 10am – 7.30pm

@ Robinson Road
Address: 140 Robinson Road, 01-02, Singapore 068907
Tel: +65 8299 0674
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 07:30 – 19:00

Flor Patisserie @ Duxton Hill

MENU: Flor’s menu is extensive and particularly designed for afternoon tea sessions. Tarts, sliced cakes, cookies, and chiffon cakes are small in serving but substantial in taste and satisfaction. Diners will surely have a sweet bond over these treats and a cup of tea in the afternoon.

MUST TRIES:

Strawberry Soufflé
Berry Berries
Earl Grey Choco
Mont Blanc
Kiri Millefeuille
Caramel Ice Cheese Tart
Anzu

PRICE RANGE:

Sliced cakes: S$6.40 – S$9.80
Whole cakes: S$27.00 – S$62.00
Ice cheese tarts: S$3.50
Chiffon: S$13.50

AMBIANCE: The place is located at the quieter side of Duxton Hill so there is little to worry about the noise getting in the way of enjoying your afternoon tea. It has the capacity to seat six diners indoor and some more outdoor. Therefore, it is advisable to either dine in during its off-peak hours or order your food to-go.

NOTES:

Guests may request to customize special cakes for special occasions.
Flor accepts online orders.

All FLOR PATISSERIE’S LOCATIONS:
@ Duxton Hill
Address: 2 Duxton Hill, #01-01, Singapore 089588
Tel: +65 6223 8628
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 21:00

@ Takashimaya
Address: 391 Orchard Rd, Takashimaya Basement 2, S238872
Tel: (65) 6737 1789
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 21:30

@ SIGLAP
42 Siglap Drive, Singapore 456167
Tel: +65 6243 0813
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 19:30

Patisserie Glace

MENU: Patisserie Glace’s menu is vastly extensive, you will be left asking for the staff’s recommendation. To play it safe, the cake shop hosts plenty of traditional cakes like strawberry shortcakes, Mont Blanc, Caramel Mille-feuille, Banaan chocolate, and RinRin ice cheese tarts. Vegans and elderlies will also love some good options specially designed for their taste and lifestyle.

MUST TRIES:

Strawberry Souffle
Strawberry Shortcake
RinRin Ice Cheese Tart
Chiffon Cup
Mont-Blanc
Banaan Chocolat
Very Berry Deluxe Cake
Emerald Isle
Hazel Dazzel
Financier
Chocolate Madeleine

PRICES:

Sliced cakes: From S$5.40
Tarts: From S$3.20
Whole cakes: From S$26.80

NOTES:

Online orders are accepted.
Some cakes must be ordered 4 to 14 days in advance.
The Icon Village outlet provides no dine-in space.

ALL LOCATIONS:
@ Icon Village
Address: 12 Gopeng Street #01-31/32 Icon Village S078877
Tel: (65) 6400 0247

@ Marina Bay Link Mall
Address: 8A Marina Boulevard #B2-65 MBLM S018984
Tel: (65) 6634 9839

@ Republic Plaza
Address: 9 Raffles Places #01-16 Republic Plaza S048619
Tel: (65) 6536 0169

@ Square 2
Address: 10 Sinaran Drive #04-78/79 Square 2 S307506
Tel: (65) 6397 7180

@ Biopolis
Address: 8 Biomedical Grove, #01-03 Neuros S138665
Tel: (65) 6464 2024

@ GB Point
Address: 535 Kallang Bahru, #01-09 GB Point, Singapore 339351
Tel: +65 6649 1557
Opening hours: 12:00 – 17:00 (Mon – Sat)

Gelatissimo @ Shaw House

MENU: The menu is extensive as Gelatissimo aims to develop new and exciting flavours regularly. A mixture of simple and unique flavours can attract a person with a sweet tooth but it’s the presentation that seals the deal at first sight. Sorbets, sundaes, cakes and pastries, waffles, and coffee are also being offered at its café-style gelateria.

WELL-LOVED FLAVOURS

Coconut
Strawberry
Passion Fruit
Lychee
Coffee
Pistachio
Nutella
Hazelnut
Toasted Almond
Rum & Raisin

AMBIANCE: The outlet at Shaw House is particularly popular among the frequent guests because the location is convenient and accessible. The small shop sits close to the escalators that take you up to Lido, so after watching a movie, a cup of gelato at Gelatissimo is a sure way of capping the day off. Although located inside a mall, the ambiance does seem welcoming and warm. Thanks to the friendly and ever-smiling staff!

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$7

Haato & Co. @ Clarke Quay (Closed)

Menu
Haato & Co tries to get healthy with their menu. You can choose among gelato, sorbet and yogurt options, all of which are lighter in terms of fat content than ice creams. Most of the flavours are either fruit- or nut-based that are usually mixed with water or milk and then slowly churned until it achieves the right consistency before getting it frozen. Other sweet delights are also available like waffles, cakes, pastries, and coffee.

Recommended Flavours
– Pistachio
– Green Tea
– Wildberry
– Chocolate
– Macadamia
– Durian
– Lychee Sorbet
– Yuzu Sorbet

Ambiance
Being located along the Singapore River at Clarke Quay, Haato & Co. has a relaxing and laid-back ambiance, which makes it a perfect place for a low-key afternoon. There’s an alfresco dining that can accommodate up to 30 persons. So whether you want to treat your visiting friends for these delights in the night or just savour the gelato all to yourself, you can do so at Haato peacefully.

Average Price/Pax: S$5

Other Locations
@ Thomson Plaza
301 Upper Thomson Road, Thomson Plaza, Unit 03-44
Tel: (65) 6457 4036
Sun – Mon: 08:00 – 21:30

@ ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn Unit B4-81/82/83
Tel: (65) 6509 8427
Sun – Mon: 11:00 – 22:00

@ Ridgewood Close
5 Ridgewood Close
Unit G1
Tel: (65) 6464 9607
Mon – Fri: 11:00 – 22:30
Sat & Sun: 09:30 – 22:30

Artistry

MENU
For a small café, the menu is loaded with breakfast and brunch classics and a few interesting ones. There are draft beers, artisanal desserts like the notable red velvet and carrot cake, Italian pastas, and a wide selection of Liberty roasted coffee blends on the list. Hubbies can get themselves busy with their Swiss Alps beer and fries, while the ladies can catch up with friends over a slice of red velvet and cup of latte. Anyhow, the diverse range of dishes offered by Artistry opens up many reasons for people to get creative with their food fusion ideas.

AMBIANCE
Artistry does not look too far from a contemporary art gallery. Industrial ceiling, white-washed walls, communal dining table, and gallery lighting fixtures make up the interior. Of course, paintings by different artists on the verge of emergence decorate the wall along with mini book shelves and the kitchenette. Customers can freely roam around the area as there is enough space for an aisle indoors. Even on a busy weekend afternoon, Artistry stays comfortable, cool, and quiet to the feeling and to its overall atmosphere.

MUST TRIES

Artistry Crab Burger
BRB Pancakes
Duck confit Pesto Linguine
Eggs on toast
Carrot Cake
Chocolate and Fig Loaf
Gibraltar
Cappuccino

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$18

NOTE: Live performances are up every night.

Forty Hands

MENU: Forty Hands features a small menu with a dedicated section for brunch (8am to 4pm) and another one for mains (8am to 6pm). Breakfast egg dishes, toasties, salads, and other savoury items are celebrated on its menu.

AMBIANCE: Inside, Forty Hands looks like a narrow stretch of small seats with a kitchen counter, and this strait lane leads you up to the outdoor seating by the covered courtyard. The crowds may get noisy during the busy hours, but the quality of the food and homely ambiance could make up for it. Overall, Forty Hands is still a highly recommended hangout place for couples and small groups of people.

MUST TRIES

Truffle Mushroom
Egg Benedict
Eggs Cocotte
Salmon Hash
Kong Bak Pau
Truffle Fries
Flat White
Latte
Macchiato
Latte
Cappuccino

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$18

NOTES

No service charge
Drop by at the café before lunch and dinner to avoid the huge influx of the crowd

5 Best Japanese Hot Pot Restaurants in Singapore Right Now

What better way to have a great time together than by bonding over a communal Japanese hot pot meal? When thin slices of meat are dipped in boiling soup to make the shabu shabu sound, it is an experience that entertains all the senses.

One can have this simple pleasure at most of the Japanese restaurants in town. But if you only want the best, then pay a visit to the specialized hot pot restaurants (shabu shabu and sukiyaki). From high-end to budget concepts, and from a la carte to buffet styles, those Japanese steamboat places will give you something you are longing for.
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Shabu Sai @ Orchard Central

AMBIANCE: Shabu Sai exudes the beauty of a traditional Japanese food house with its wooden chairs and tables, banners featuring Japanese symbols, and small wooden planks indicating ingredient names, all adding to the restaurant’s authentic Japanese atmosphere.

BUFFET PRICES:

Weekday regular buffet lunch: $16.99++ (adult)
Weekend regular buffet lunch: $22.99++(adult)
Weekday regular buffet dinner: $24.99++(adult)
Weekend regular buffet dinner: $29.99++(adult)
Wagyu beef buffet: S$39.99++ per adult, S$17.99++ per child

Z’en Japanese Cuisine (Closed)

Menu
The menu at Z’en Japanese Cuisine is expansive. There are menus dedicated to lunch, dinner, and buffet. More importantly, the bento offerings (S$22-S$38) are particularly attractive, each bento is complete with soup, greens, mains, and an ice cream dessert, which kids might also enjoy. A variety of beverages, including wines and draft beers, are available to complement the foods.

Ambiance
As the name itself suggests, Z’en Japanese Cuisine does try to provide a safe haven for its customers. Installed in both indoor and outdoor seating areas, the lanterns and modern lighting fixtures give off a laid-back feeling to the already tranquil atmosphere. This restaurant is a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle vibe of UE Square.

Recommended Dishes
– Beef Shabu Shabu
– Sirloin Steak
– Agedashi Tofu
– Broiled Oysters
– Grilled Squid
– Foie Gras Chawanmushi
– Soft-shell Crab Tempura
– Coconut Crème Brulee

Average Price/Pax: S$55

Shabu Shabu Gen

AMBIANCE: Being a fine dining restaurant, Shabu Shabu Gen sports a chic and elegant décor and arrangement. Subdued lighting, plus the leather and high-back chairs offer a quite formal and elegant vibe to the place. The four-seat arrangement immediately lets the customers know that a group of four and above can have a communal dining experience, which after all, is the goal of the Japanese Shabu Shabu eatery.

NOTES:

Corkage charge from S$40 per bottle.
Smart and elegant dress code

Suki-Ya @ Marina Square

MUST-TRIES:

Beef Slices
Pork Slices
Chicken Balls with Cheese Filling
Pork Balls with Cheese Filling
Udon
Glass Noodles

BUFFET PRICES:

Weekday Lunch Buffet: S$22.90++
Weekday Dinner Buffet: S$27.90++
Weekends/ PH/ eve of PH Lunch: S$25.90++
Weekends/ PH/ eve of PH Dinner: S$30.90++
Top up S$10.90 to enjoy a variety of premium meat, including Wagyu beef, Iberico pork, Duroc Pork Collar, and Seafood.

ATMOSPHERE: Suki-Ya at Marina Square is a spacious restaurant that offers comfort and privacy to diners through its booth seating. With warm orange lighting and dark wood decor, the atmosphere is relaxed and inviting.

Shabuya Shabu Shabu

MENU: Shabuya Shabu Shabu offers both a-la-carte and set meal menus of beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and seafood. All set meals are served with a portion of seasonal vegetables and udon or rice. The menu also features a range of cold and hot appetizers as well as desserts.

RECOMMENDED DISHES:

Wagyu Beef
Jumbo Prawns
US Black Angus
Ebi Tempura
Udon
Pumpkin Pudding
Ice Creams

AMBIENCE: Minimalist decoration is a way of inspiration at Shabuya. In its simple interior, diners can find a modern yet cozy ambience to enjoy a relaxing hot pot meal. A panoramic sea view adds more charm to this shabu shabu restaurant.

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$40 (A-la-carte)

BUFFET PRICES:

Weekend brunch for adults: S$45.90++
Weekend brunch for kids: S$21.90++

Awfully Chocolate

MENU: The menu is a full-blown array of confections and chocolate patisseries. There are three signature cakes, one premium ice cream flavour, and the rest are some of the well-known traditional French desserts like creme brulee, chocolate ganache cupcake, and tarte. Each treat may be suitable for sharing.

MUST TRIES

All Chocolate
Super Stacked Chocolate Cake
Hei Ice Cream
Salted Butterscotch Brownie
Dark Chocolate Truffles
Cold Poached Chocolates
Chocolate Praline Cake
Chocolate Tiramisu

AMBIANCE: Depending on the location, the environment can be fast-faced as some Awfully Chocolate stores are an express outlet. However, each branch displays an interesting façade that can easily get your attention, and it is worth mentioning that some branches do have both indoor and alfresco dining areas such as those in Greenwich, Vivo City, Star Vista, and Sembawang Hills. With this, you should know which outlet you might want to go-to if your goal is to dine in.

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$15

NOTE: Wedding cakes are available.

ALL AWFULLY CHOCOLATE’S LOCATIONS
@ Greenwich V
Address: 1 Seletar Road, #02-02 Greenwich V, S807011
Tel: (65) 6556 0656
Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ The Star Vista
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, #02-18 The Star Vista, S138617
Tel: (65) 6694 4805
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ VivoCity
Address: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-156 VivoCity, S098585
Tel: (65) 6410 9725
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Marina Bay Link Mall
Address: 8A Marina Boulevard, #B2-33 Marina Bay Link Mall, S018984
Tel: (+65) 6509 9422
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 09:00 – 20:00

@ McCallum St
Address: 21 McCallum Street #01-01/02, S069047
Tel: (+65) 6634 1426
Opening hours: Mon – Fri 08:00 – 20:00

@ 313 Somerset
Address: 313 Orchard Road, #02-50 313@somerset, S238895
Tel: (+65) 6341 9437
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ ION Orchard
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #B4-50 ION Orchard, S238801
Tel: (65) 6884 6377
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Plaza Singapura
Address: 68 Orchard Road, #B2-63 Plaza Singapura, S238839
Tel: (65) 6238 0654
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Raffles City
Address: 252 North Bridge Road, #B1-52 Raffles City, S179103
Tel: (65) 6338 3527
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Tampines 1
Address: 10 Tampines Central 1, #03-21Tampines One, S529536
Tel: (65) 6782 7181
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Suntec City
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #B1-K1 Suntec City Mall, S038983
Tel: (+65) 6336 1407
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Square 2
Address: 10 Sinaran Drive, #01-14 Square 2, S307506
Tel: (+65) 6250 7106
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 22:00

@ Changi City Point
Address: 5 Changi Business Park Central 1, #B1-07 Changi City Point, S496038
Tel: (+65) 6443 0836
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 21:00

@ Parkway Parade
Address: 80 Marine Parade Road, #B1-54Parkway Parade, S449269
Tel: (+65) 6348 0376
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Jem
Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-15, Singapore 608549
Tel: (+65) 6734 1530
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

Laurent Bernard Chocolatier at Robertson Quay

MENU: The menu is expansive with a lot of best-selling items to choose from. Gourmet treats are also available for those who plan on gifting macaroons, cookies, or tuiles to their loved ones. You also won’t go wrong with the French liqueurs here, which leads to the idea of giving alcoholic desserts a try!

MUST TRIES

Chocolate Soufflé
Chocolate Tart
Pure Chocolate Cake
Rum and Raisin Soufflé
Pleasure
Creme Brulee
Blackforest Cake
Hot Chocolate

AMBIANCE: Laurent Bernard Chocolatier at Robertson Quay has a warm and friendly ambiance with its well-lit bar, spacious alfresco dining, and colourful chocolate shelves. Its location near the Singapore River gives a relaxing appeal to the overall atmosphere.

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$15

Alfero Artisan Gelato

MENU: Alfero Artisan Gelato has a simple menu celebrating the authentic gelato together with waffles and a variety of hot and cold beverages.

MUST TRIES

Pistachio
Hazelnut
Chocolate
Coffee
Durian
Mango
Avocado

PRICES

Single Scoop: S$4.50
Double Scoop: S$6.50
Triple Scoop: S$8.50

ALL ALFERO ARTISAN GELATO’S LOCATIONS
Lab/Retail
Address: 81 Mac Pherson Lane, #01-37, Singapore 360081
Tel: (65) 6848 4269
Opening hours: Tue to Sun 12:00 – 21:00

@ Orchard Gateway
Address: 277 Orchard Road, #B2-06 Orchard Gateway, S238858
Tel: (65) 6702 6322
Opening hours: Daily 12:00 – 22:00

The 5 Best Chinese Dessert Places in Singapore

Leaving room for dessert is a golden rule for eating out in Singapore.

For those who fall in love with Chinese dessert, our island is your heaven.

From traditional to modern, there are sweets to make both the old generation and the young happy.

From cold to hot, there are choices for the hot humid days as well as the cold rainy days.

Just make your way to Liang Seah Street in Bugis, a dessert mecca in Singapore, to satisfy your sweet tooth at one of the three big names in the field, Ah Chew, Ji De Chi and Dessert First. Or head yourself to a convenient outlet of Honeymoon Dessert in shopping mall to quench your thirst with a bowl of grass jelly and ice cream.

Mei Heong Yuen Dessert with its vast selection of shaved ice is an ideal destination for those around Chinatown area.

And now, it is time for indulging!

Mei Heong Yuen Dessert at Temple Street

MENU: The menu is decent-sized, offering interesting snow ice flavours. There are four different categories to wander your eyes at, including special desserts, snow ice, traditional pastes, and cakes & dumplings.

MUST TRIES

Mango Snow Ice
Chendol Snow Ice
Durian Snow Ice
Peanut Paste
Mango Roll
Durian Mochi
Glutinous Rice Balls in Ginger Soup
3-Colour Cakes
Glutinous Rice with Chicken

AMBIANCE: Located at a shop house in Chinatown, Mei Heong Yuen doesn’t sport any fancy décor but it is well-maintained and smells clean. In fact, the stall looks so ordinary on the quaint Temple Street that if you are not familiar with Chinatown, you might unknowingly pass by it. Inside, the crowds can get noisy especially on busy days but if hustle and bustle doesn’t exist in the atmosphere, it shouldn’t be called traditional Chinese dessert place as they claim then.

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$6

ALL LOCATIONS
Mei Heong Yuen in Chinatown
Address: 63-67 Temple Street, Singapore 058611
Tel: (65) 6221 1156
Opening hours: Tue to Sun 12:00 – 21:30

@ Ion Orchard
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #B4-34 ION Orchard, S238801
Tel: (65) 6509 3301
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 22:00

@ Chinatown Point
Address: 133 New Bridge Road, #B2-32/33 Chinatown Point, S059413
Tel: (65) 6538 3892
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 22:00

Honeymoon Dessert

MENU
It is worth mentioning that Honeymoon Dessert has over 160 Chinese style desserts under its belt. Therefore, the menu is expansive than the other dessert stalls in Singapore, which can be a great thing for those who want to be spoilt for choices! Nevertheless, first-timers won’t have a hard time ordering as they can play it safe with the more popular options such as mango pomelo sago, durian pudding, coconut grass jelly with ice cream, or mango pancakes.

MUST TRIES

Durian Pudding
Sweet Balls & Walnut Soup & Almond tea
Durian in Vanilla Sauce with Ice-Cream
Coconut Juice Sago & Grass Jelly with Green Tea Ice-Cream
Baked Mashed Taro Sago Pudding
Thai Black Glutinous Rice with Mango

AMBIENCE
Honeymoon Dessert has a modern look. Staff is accommodating and may assist you with things as you wait in line. Most of the outlets are located inside different shopping centres so the hot weather in the dry months may be forgotten once you’ve taken a scoop of your cold dessert. However, the crowd volume can get high by the minute when you dine in at around 19:00 to 22:00, especially on weekends.

AVERAGE PRICE PER PAX: S$7

ALL LOCATIONS
@ Bugis Junction
200 Victoria Street, No.01-70 Bugis Junction, Singapore 188021

@ Vivo City
1 Harbourfront Walk No.01-93 Vivo City Singapore 098585

@ Paragon
290 Orchard Road No. B1-09 Paragon, Singapore 238859

@ Ion Orchard
No.B3-15/16, Ion Orchard, 2 Orchard, Singapore 238801

@ Katong
112 East Coast Road No. B1-30 112 Katong, Singapore 428802

@ Parkway Parade
80 Marine Parade Road, No.01-17B Parkway Parade, Singapore 449269

@ Raffles Link (Closed)
1 Raffles Link, No. B1-07, One Raffles Link, Singapore 039393

Tony Roma’s

MENU: Robust diners will love Tony Roma’s a la carte menu. From starters, mains, steaks to desserts, all come in American-size serving not to mention some sampler options for a small group of people. Meanwhile, a family of 2-4 can also enjoy feasting on a bowl of seafood and signature steak dishes and kids can settle for pastas and burgers. There’s also a wide selection of house wines, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages perfect for post-prandial drinks.

AMBIANCE: Being a family restaurant, Tony Roma’s two locations in Singapore can be found inside of Orchard Central and Suntec City Mall. The façade remains old-fashioned, sporting a casual butcher store in the US, but once you step inside, you will be wowed by the carpeted floor, subdued lighting, and large dining tables. Truly, couples, families and businessmen could find relaxation and comfort in this spacious and cosy American restaurant.

RECOMMENDED DISHES

Appetizers Sampler
Onion Loaf
Baked Potato soup
The Original Baby Back Ribs
Louis Ribs
New York Strip
Calamari Rings
Roma Burger
Santa Fe Salad

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$30

ALL TONY ROMA’S LOCATIONS
@ Suntec City Mall
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #B1-123 Tower 5 Suntec City Mall, S038983
Tel: (65) 6337 9055
Opening hours:

Monday to Thursday: 11:30 – 15:00, 18:00 – 22:00
Friday to Sunday: 11:30 – 22:00

@ Orchard Central
Address: 181 Orchard Road, #07-03 Orchard Central, S238896
Tel: (65) 6738 8600
Opening hours:

Monday to Thursday: 11:30 – 15:00, 18:00 – 22:00
Friday to Sunday: 11:30 – 22:00

Roadhouse

MENU: Roadhouse’s menu is loaded with popular American fare such as US spare ribs, Boston clam chowder, spicy garlic parmesan wings, Philly cheese steak, corndogs, and S’more ice cream cake. Guests can have a piece of this food paradise through a la carte, brunch, or lunch combo menus. There are menus tailored for drinks and kids, too, but Roadhouse isn’t exactly the type of restaurant that can cater to vegans with their meat-heavy mains.

AMBIANCE: Roadhouse is a contemporary American restaurant that opted to nestle at the rustic and laid-back side of Dempsey Road. Large glass windows light up the dining area, which gives off a very relaxing and warm atmosphere to the restaurant. Additionally, Roadhouse has a spacious dining hall to accommodate both small and large groups of people, including children.

RECOMMENDED DISHES

Bacon Marinated Burger
Crispy Cajun Burger
Fabulous Foie Gras Burger
Simple Brie-Vine Burger
Cajun Chicken Salad
Eggs Benedict
Pulled Pork Sliders
Sticky Date Pudding

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$35

NOTES

Free corkage from Monday to Thursday
For Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays, Roadhouse only accepts reservations for 6 pax and above during brunch.
Catering services available

Ah Chew Desserts at Liang Seah Street

MENU: Ah Chew Desserts menu is expansive with approximately 50 items which fall under different categories like traditional, ice cream, hashima desserts, steamed egg, durian, sago, grass jelly, and double boiled soup desserts. Traditional desserts such as red bean paste with lily bulb, almond paste, hashima desserts, or the black glutinous rice may ring a bell to aunties and uncles. Meanwhile, newer generations may find delight in the interesting concoctions of fruits, ice creams and/or crop-based pastes in one bowl.

MUST TRIES

Mango Sago with Pomelo
Durian Mango Sago
Durian Sago
Watermelon Sago
Black Sesame Paste
Red Bean Paste
Yam Paste
Water Chestnut and Herbal Jelly
Hashima Fresh Milk Steamed

AMBIANCE: As Ah Chew is extremely popular in Bugis area, customers begin to come in at around 20:00 and it doesn’t take long before the place gets congested up until 23:00. However, the quaint Chinese interior décor, warm ambiance, and cordial staff are a great compensation for a few delays as you fall in line. Ah Chew had to lease almost the entire edifice but still can hardly accommodate the constant flow of guests every night; but you may take it as a great sign, though!

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$5

5 Best Zi Char Places in Singapore for That Comfort Food

Want to experience old-school Chinese food culture and hospitality in Singapore? Get it at a Zi Char place. Home-style food, a wide variety of dishes, wallet-friendly prices, and humble settings are the best phrases to describe Singaporean Zi Char eatery.

Unlike your typical fine dining restaurants where excellent customer service is given much emphasis, Zi Char eating house is not the place for frills and luxury. Aunties and uncles, as to how the locals call them, wait tables so diners should be used to their noise, fast-paced service, and no-joking-around-kind-of-vibe.

Most of the Zi Char places own the same menu with typical dishes like cereal prawns, sweet and sour pork, and beef hor fun. So what is the main thing that differentiates a Zi Char place from others? It is definitely what we call signature dishes. The best Zi Char eating houses are normally those that have a variety of the most sought-after food items on the island.

With our guide to the best Zi Char places in Singapore, you now can start hunting for the most delicious Chinese home-style viands.

Keng Eng Kee Seafood

MENU: Keng Eng Kee Seafood offers a well-executed a-la-carte menu of seafood, chicken, duck and pork dishes along with a range of claypot creations. Set mixed platters, soups, rice and noodle dishes are also available.

RECOMMENDED DISHES:

Mingzhu Roll
Moonlight Hor Fun
Braised Liver in Claypot
Salted Yolk Crab
Chili Crab
Cuttlefish Kangkong
Fried Soon Hock In Black Soy
Sambal Kang Kong
Three Egg Chinese Spinach

ATMOSPHERE: This no-frills restaurant has a down-to-earth air of a zi-char stall. The service is quick and efficient even during the peak hours and the staff is very friendly.

NOTE: Reservations are a must on weekends and especially if you prefer to dine in the air-conditioned room.

Por Kee Eating House

MENU: At Por Kee Eating House, the menu is predominantly Cantonese. There is a wide variety of starters and mains for vegans and non-vegans. A good selection of wines is also available to clean up the savory after-taste.

RECOMMENDED DISHES:

Homemade Beancurd
Champagne Pork Ribs
Singapore Chili Crab
Crispy Butter Prawns
Deep-fried Salted Chicken
Thai Style Live Sea Bass
Sweet and Sour Pork
Fried Beef Hor Fun

AMBIANCE: Being a Zi Char restaurant, Por Kee tends to have a noisy crowd during lunch and dinner hours. The indoor dining area is very limited, while the tables outdoor could hardly accommodate a large group of diners. Walk-in guests should expect to wait for at least 10 minutes to get a table but the delectable food will totally make up for it.

NOTE: Reservation is highly recommended.

Ji De Chi

MENU: Ji De Chi has an extensive dessert menu splitting into Ji De Chi Specials, Pastes, Steam Milk, Hot and Cold Desserts, Snacks, Hot & Cold Drinks, and Chef Specials.

MUST TRIES

Durian with Pomelo Sago
Durian Snow Ice
Mango Snow Ice
Black Sesame Paste
Almond Paste with Black Glutinous Rice Ball
Sawdust Pudding
Steam Egg White Walnut Paste
Durian Sticky Rice Roll

AVERAGE PRICE PER PAX: S$5

ALL LOCATIONS
On Liang Seah Street
Address: 8 Liang Seah Street, #01-03, S189029
Tell: (65) 6339 9928
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 23:00

@ Jurrong Point
Address: 63 Jurong West Central 3, #03-102/103/104, S648331
Tel: (65) 6794 8887
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 22:00

@ Orchard Road
Address: 68 Orchard Road, #B2-53 Plaza Singapura, S238839
Tel: (65) 6337 9828
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 21:30

@ Eastpoint Mall
Address: Eastpoint Mall, 3 Simei Street 6 #01-07/k3, S528833
Tel: +65 6906 3307
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Waterway Point
Address: Waterway Point, 83 Punggol Central, 2413m, S828761
Tel: +65 6484 6522
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ The Centrepoint
Address: The Centrepoint, 176 Orchard Road, #02-K02, S238843
Tel: +65 6262 6798/+65 6484 6522
Opening hours: Daily 11:00 – 22:00

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