O’ Coffee Club Xpress @SMU
For Salads, Sandwiches, Wraps and Coffee. Organic Jeju Cold Brew Is Also Available.
March 31, 2017
Sat/PH Eve: 7am to 7pm
Sun: 9am to 5pm
PH: Closed
Tue to Fri: 11am to 9pm
Sat/Sun: 9am to 9pm
Sat/Sun/PH Eve/PH: 8.30am to 6.30pm
Montana Singapore @PoMo
Famous for their waffles and coconut cold brews, Montana updates their menu regularly so dining here will not get boring.
October 24, 2017
Fri: 11am to 11pm
Sat: 9am to 11pm
Sun: 9am to 9.30pm
[1] S$12.80++ Set Lunch. Valid from Mon to Fri, 11am to 2pm. Exclude PH.
Sufood @Raffles City
The vegetarian food at Sufood is so vegalicious (vegetarian so delicious) you won’t even miss meat!
March 24, 2017
Lunch- 11.30am to 3pm (LO 2.30pm)
Dinner- 5.30pm to 10pm (LO 9.30pm)
1933 by Toast Box @Capitol Piazza
For upscale ambience without the bothersome price tag! Plus good old Toast Box coffee that you know so well.
December 1, 2018
WRITER'S PICKCafe for Weekend Coffee in Town
WRITER'S PICKCafe for Free WiFi
Mon: Closed
Rocky Master @Jun Xin Building
For All Day Breakfast, Sandwiches, Burgers, Pizzas, Pastas, Quesadilla, Baked Rice, Asian Delights and Drinks.
July 1, 2017
Fri/Sat: 7.30am to 10.30pm
20% off Pasta/Quesadilla/Deli-Bites/Cakes & Pastries. Valid Sun to Thu, 4pm to 8pm.
Sat/Sun/PH: 10am to 11pm
Cake Set at S$10 Nett (Includes choice of cake + drink except Shakes & Ice Blended). Valid on Weekdays 3pm to 5pm except PH. For dine-in only.
[1] S$19+ Set Lunch. Includes any Classic Main + Iced or Hot Coffee/Tea. Valid Mon to Fri 12pm to 4pm.
Entre-nous Creperie @Seah Street
By mere chance, I discovered Entre-Nous, a quaint little French Creperie situated next to the MINT Museum of Toys. Entre-Nous Creperie is a family run restaurant serving Brittany crepes and French staples like the French onion soup, escargots and crème brulee. Being a Creperie, their forte is in crepes, offering sweet crepes made from organic wheat flour and savory galettes made from buckwheat flour, served with a huge variety of different toppings.
March 10, 2018
WRITER'S PICKFor French Crepes In Many Different Toppings
Tue to Fri: 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
Sat: 11am to 10pm
Sun: 11am to 6pm
Matchaya @The Cathay
Serves Matcha/Houjicha drinks and desserts. Serious matcha lovers will be pleased with their bitter and earthly matcha softserve.
October 19, 2017
Fri/Sat: 1pm to 10.30pm
Fri/Sat: 11am to 12mn
Sun: 11am to 10pm
[1] Eat-all-you-can pancake burgers at S$45++ per pax. Available daily from 6pm to 9pm.
The Cathedral Cafe @St Andrew’s Cathedral
For Both Local and Ang Moh Coffee, Tea, Cakes and Pies. You Are Welcomed To Use Their Space Even If You Do Not Make Any Purchase.
October 27, 2017
PH: Closed
etto @Handy Road (Formerly Blackbird Bistro & Bar)
Located conveniently beside The Cathay but away from the busy malls, etto is a quiet bistro bar that serves European cuisines, daily DIY lunch bowls & one of the most affordable Afternoon Tea Sets in Town. etto also provides free WiFi (do ask for the password) and magazines, making it an ideal place to pass time while waiting for the movie to start or to rest your feet while waiting for the wife to finish shopping.
August 17, 2018
WRITER'S PICKAffordable Afternoon Tea/ Cafe to Escape The Crowd
OPEN TILL LATE
Open until 1am on Fri & Sat
Thu: 11.30am to 11.30pm
Fri: 11.30am to 1am
Sat: 10am to 1am
Sun: 10am to 9pm
Mon: Closed
Tea Set at S$14++ (Includes choice of any 4 savories &/or desserts + cappuccino/latte/long black/artisan tea). Top-up S$1++ for flavoured coffee/iced tea/tea latte. Valid Daily 3pm to 5.30pm.
Parallel @Raffles Place (Takeaway Kiosk)
A takeaway kiosk that offers acai smoothies, acai bowls and one of the cheapest specialty coffees around!
September 1, 2019
Sat/Sun: 11am to 9pm
Any 2 Acai Smoothies for S$10 Nett.
Tea Time Set: Any pastry + Choice of Coffee/Set from S$8 Nett. Valid 2pm to 6pm.
Fri/Sat: 12noon to 11pm
Barashi Tei @Middle Road
For Traditional Japanese Food Served Till Late At Night. Set Lunches Are Very Affordable (S$8.80 to S$12.80++).
August 15, 2017
OPEN TILL LATEOpen until 2am on Mon to Sat
Sun: 11am to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
My Favourite Cafe @Bugis Cube
The main ingredients of Yong Tau Foo, which are tofu and various vegetables stuffed with minced meat or fish paste, seldom taste very different from stall to stall. What set various stalls apart are the variety and freshness of the ingredients offered plus the kind of sauce/gravy used. My Favourite Café does well in all 3 categories by offering over 30 different fresh ingredients and a nice though optional curry gravy. But that’s not all. They also have two secret weapons; their homemade meatballs and braised mushrooms.
September 26, 2016
WRITER's PICKFor Yong Tau Foo with delicious Homemade Meatballs and Braised Mushrooms. Price starts at S$4.80 Nett.
Saute @Bugis Cube
For Wholesome Vegetarian Food, Drinks and Desserts with a modern twist. You Can look forward To Dishes Like Orh Luak, Nasi Briyani and Pizza. Vegan Options Also Available.
December 18, 2016
Join Koipy (Uses the same login as free WiFi) to earn points with each purchase. S$1 = 1 point. Accumulated points can be used to redeem selected food items.
Tony Cafe @The Adelphi
Cheap and Good Economic Rice with Fried/BBQ Chicken in City Hall! Price starts at S$3.50 Nett for Fried/BBQ Chicken rice without sides. Fried Chicken is only available only on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
June 11, 2016
Sat: 9am to 4.30pm (Food are usually sold out by 4pm.)
Sun: Closed
Sun: 9am to 3pm
PH: Closed
National Kitchen By Violet Oon @National Gallery Singapore
For An Affordable yet Classy Peranakan Afternoon Tea.
July 24, 2016
Gallery & Co @National Gallery Singapore
For Western Grub With A Local Twist. They Also Offer One of The Most Affordable Cappuccino (S$4 Nett) In Town. Cakes Are Also Available.
August 16, 2016
WRITER'S PICKCafe for Free WiFi and Charging Points
Fri/Sat: 11am to 12am
Patbingsoo @Plaza Singapura
Casual Korean dining at a good price. Suitable even for a small group!
July 5, 2017
Fri/Sat: 11.30am to 10.30pm
Tsukada Nojo @Plaza Singapura
[Reservations not allowed at this outlet] Beauty Hot Pot that is healthy, delicious and good for your skin! Expect juicy free-range chicken meat, fresh vegetables and seafood served in slurp worthy chicken collagen broth.
January 31, 2016
Bijin Nabe-
Daily: 5pm to 9pm
Cafe La Reina @Plaza Singapura
For Multi-Cuisine Mains, Desserts, Cakes and Bicerin Coffee.
April 21, 2017
[1] All Day Meal and Drink Set at S$12.80 Nett. Includes Choice of Main + Ice Lemon Tea.
[2] Afternoon Tea Set: Choice of Cake + Tea (S$10.80 Nett) or Choice of Cake + Americano/Latte/Cappuccino/Mocha (S$12.80 Nett). Valid Mon to Fri only.
L’éclair by Sarah Michelle @Singapore Shopping Centre
Escape the hustle and bustle at L’éclair by Sarah Michelle, a short walk away from the popular Orchard Road shopping belt. Relax in this classy and quiet space while enjoying a delicious handcrafted eclair. All prices are nett and charging points are abundantly available! (Umm.. but no WiFi okay.)
April 23, 2018
WRITER'S PICKCafe To Escape The Crowd/ Artisan Eclairs
Sat: 11am to 9pm
Sun/PH*: 11am to 6pm
Mon: Closed
*Hours on public holidays may vary
"Buy-2-Get-2-Free" or "Buy-3-Get-3-Free" Eclairs with Entertainer App.
Seorae @Plaza Singapura
For Korean BBQ featuring Galmaegisal meat (skirt meat). Galmaegisal meat has little fat content yet still juicy and tender. In ancient Korea, this meat sits on the tables of Kings and Royal families.
June 8, 2017
Fri/Sat: 11.30am to 11pm
Sat: 10am to 8pm
Sun: 11am to 8pm
Enjoy 20% off for cashless payment via DBS/POSB cards or PayLah.
Sat/Sun/PH: 10am to 11pm
My Art Space @Istana Park
Orchard Road is one of the busiest parts in Singapore, even on a weekday. Luckily, if you want to temporarily escape the crowds and noise, there are still some places where you can seek refuge at. My personal favourites are L’éclair by Sarah Michelle, etto (previously Blackbird Bistro & Bar) and My Art Space, where Art Jamming meets Affordable Dining In The Park. Pool View Included!
February 9, 2017
WRITER'S PICKCafe To Escape The Crowd
Tue/Thu/Fri: 9.30am to 10pm
Sat/Sun: 10am to 7pm
Wed: Closed
[1] Daily Set Lunch at S$15+. Includes Spicy Wings Pomodoro pasta + Brownie + Cold Darjeeling Tea. Valid in 2017, Daily 12pm to 3pm for dine in/takeaway.
[2] V-Day Special at S$58+ per couple. Terms and conditions apply. Valid on 14 February 2017 only. Reservation and Prepayment are required.
O' Coffee Club Xpress ▼ Asanoya Boulangerie ▼ Hang Out Cafe ▼ Toast Box ▼ Montana Singapore ▼ Sufood ▼ 1933 by Toast Box ▼ The Assembly Ground ▼ OTC Cafe ▼ Rocky Master ▼ Cocoa Colony ▼ Oriole Coffee + Bar ▼ 52 Sandwich Shack ▼ Entre-nous Creperie ▼ Matchaya ▼ Soi 55 ▼ Tiong Bahru Bakery ▼ FORT by Maison Ikkoku ▼ The Cathedral Cafe ▼ etto ▼ Parallel ▼ Baker & Cook ▼ LiHO Cafe ▼ Barashi Tei ▼ My Favourite Cafe ▼ Saute ▼ Tony Cafe ▼ Vatos Urban Tacos ▼ Lowercase Cafe ▼ National Kitchen By Violet Oon ▼ Gallery & Co ▼ Toast Box ▼ Patbingsoo ▼ Tsukada Nojo ▼ Cafe La Reina ▼ L’éclair by Sarah Michelle ▼ Seorae ▼ Bettr Barista ▼ Xin Wang Hong Kong Cafe ▼ My Art Space ▼
O’ Coffee Club Xpress @SMU
For Salads, Sandwiches, Wraps and Coffee. Organic Jeju Cold Brew Is Also Available.
70 Stamford Road, Singapore Management University, Li Ka Shing Library Building #B1-45, S178901
Bras Basah, Bencoolen, City Hall, Dhoby Ghaut, Esplanade
Mon to Fri: 7am to 8pm
Sat/PH Eve: 7am to 7pm
Sun: 9am to 5pm
PH: Closed
Free Iced Water
Nett Prices (Cash/Credit Card)
— March 31, 2017
Asanoya Boulangerie @Queen Street
For Fresh Breads, Pastries And Drinks.
15 Queen Street #01-03, S188537
Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Bugis, City Hall, Rochor, Esplanade
Daily: 8am to 8pm
Free WiFi (Valid for 30mins only. Get a new WiFi code from their staff after every 30mins), Charging Points, Free Iced Water, In-house Toilet, PokeStop (Grace Church)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— December 4, 2016
Hang Out Cafe @NAFA
For Pastas, Burgers, Western Food and Drinks.
80 Bencoolen Street, NAFA Campus 1 #01-15, S189655
Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Rochor, Bugis, Dhoby Ghaut, Jalan Besar, City Hall, Little India
Mon: Closed
Tue to Fri: 11am to 9pm
Sat/Sun: 9am to 9pm
Free WiFi, Free Iced Water, Charging Points, PokeStop (Lim Hak Tai Gallery)
Nett Price (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— April 30, 2017
Toast Box @NAFA
For Toasts and Local Delights.
80 Bencoolen Street, NAFA Campus 1 #B1-17, S189655
Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Rochor, Bugis, Jalan Besar, Dhoby Ghaut, City Hall, Little India
Mon to Fri: 8am to 8pm
Sat/Sun/PH Eve/PH: 8.30am to 6.30pm
PokeStop (Lim Hak Tai Gallery)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— April 30, 2017
Montana Singapore @PoMo
Famous for their waffles and coconut cold brews, Montana updates their menu regularly so dining here will not get boring.
1 Selegie Road, PoMo #02-25, S188306
Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Dhoby Ghaut, Rochor, Little India, Bugis
Mon to Thu: 11am to 10pm
Fri: 11am to 11pm
Sat: 9am to 11pm
Sun: 9am to 9.30pm
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
[1] S$12.80++ Set Lunch. Valid from Mon to Fri, 11am to 2pm. Exclude PH.
— October 24, 2017
Sufood @Raffles City
The vegetarian food at Sufood is so vegalicious (vegetarian so delicious) you won’t even miss meat!
252 North Bridge Road, Raffles City #02-19, S179103
City Hall, Esplanade, Bras Basah, Bencoolen, Bugis
Daily:
Lunch- 11.30am to 3pm (LO 2.30pm)
Dinner- 5.30pm to 10pm (LO 9.30pm)
Free Iced Water
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— March 24, 2017
1933 by Toast Box @Capitol Piazza
For upscale ambience without the bothersome price tag! Plus good old Toast Box coffee that you know so well.
WRITER'S PICKCafe for Weekend Coffee in Town
15 Stamford Road, Capitol Piazza (Galleria Section) #01-83, S178906
City Hall, Bras Basah, Esplanade, Bencoolen, Clarke Quay
Daily: 11am to 7pm
Free WiFi (Provided by Capitol Piazza)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— December 1, 2018
The Assembly Ground @The Cathay
For Typical Café Fare and Yummy Iced Coffee.
2 Handy Road, The Cathay #01-21, S229233
Bencoolen, Dhoby Ghaut, Bras Basah, Rochor
Mon to Fri: 11am to 10pm; Sat/Sun: 10am to 10pm
Free WiFi (Not very strong), Free Iced Water, PokeStop (Cathay Cinema)
Prices Subjected to GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— August 18, 2016
OTC Cafe @National Library Building
For Typical Café Fare.
WRITER'S PICKCafe for Free WiFi
100 Victoria Street, National Library Building #03-01, S188064
Bugis, Bras Basah, Bencoolen, Esplanade, City Hall
Tue to Sun: 11am to 9pm
Mon: Closed
Free WiFi, Free Iced Water, PokeStop (National Library Building)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets-Min. S$50)
— September 9, 2016
Rocky Master @Jun Xin Building
For All Day Breakfast, Sandwiches, Burgers, Pizzas, Pastas, Quesadilla, Baked Rice, Asian Delights and Drinks.
402 North Bridge Road, Jun Xin Building #01-00, S188722
Esplanade, City Hall, Bras Basah, Bugis, Bencoolen
Sun to Thu: 7.30am to 9.30pm
Fri/Sat: 7.30am to 10.30pm
Free WiFi, Charging Points (Only 1 available), In-house Toilet
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
20% off Pasta/Quesadilla/Deli-Bites/Cakes & Pastries. Valid Sun to Thu, 4pm to 8pm.
— July 1, 2017
Cocoa Colony @The Cathay
For Yummy Hot Cocoa.
2 Handy Road, The Cathay #01-08, S229233
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Rochor
Mon to Fri: 9am to 10pm
Sat/Sun/PH: 10am to 11pm
Free WiFi, Charging Points, Free Iced Water, PokeStop (Cathay Cinema)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
Cake Set at S$10 Nett (Includes choice of cake + drink except Shakes & Ice Blended). Valid on Weekdays 3pm to 5pm except PH. For dine-in only.
— October 18, 2016
Oriole Coffee + Bar @Capitol Piazza
For Awesome Fish Tacos and Coffee.
13 Stamford Road, Capitol Piazza Neue #02-20/21, S178905
City Hall, Bras Basah, Esplanade, Bencoolen, Clarke Quay
Daily: 11.30am to 9.30pm
Free WiFi (Not very strong at corridor seating area), Free Iced Water, PokeStop (Capitol Fountain)
Prices Subjected to GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
[1] S$19+ Set Lunch. Includes any Classic Main + Iced or Hot Coffee/Tea. Valid Mon to Fri 12pm to 4pm.
— June 4, 2017
52 Sandwich Shack @Raffles City
For delicious cheese brioche sandwich!
252 North Bridge Road, Raffles City #B1-54, S179103
City Hall, Esplanade, Bras Basah, Bencoolen
Daily: 9am to 9pm
Nett Prices (Cash Only)
— November 8, 2017
Entre-nous Creperie @Seah Street
By mere chance, I discovered Entre-Nous, a quaint little French Creperie situated next to the MINT Museum of Toys. Entre-Nous Creperie is a family run restaurant serving Brittany crepes and French staples like the French onion soup, escargots and crème brulee. Being a Creperie, their forte is in crepes, offering sweet crepes made from organic wheat flour and savory galettes made from buckwheat flour, served with a huge variety of different toppings.
WRITER'S PICKFor French Crepes In Many Different Toppings
27 Seah Street #01-01, S188383
Esplanade, City Hall, Bras Basah, Bugis, Bencoolen
Mon: Closed
Tue to Fri: 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
Sat: 11am to 10pm
Sun: 11am to 6pm
In-house Toilet, PokeStop (MINT Museum of Toys)
Prices Subjected to Service Charge (Cash Only)
— March 10, 2018
Matchaya @The Cathay
Serves Matcha/Houjicha drinks and desserts. Serious matcha lovers will be pleased with their bitter and earthly matcha softserve.
2 Handy Road, The Cathay #01-08, S229233
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Rochor
Sun to Thu: 1pm to 10pm
Fri/Sat: 1pm to 10.30pm
Nett Prices (Cash Only)
— October 19, 2017
Soi 55 @The Cathay
For Thai Milk Tea!
2 Handy Road, The Cathay #05-03, S229233
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Rochor
Mon To Thu: 2pm to 10pm
Fri/Sat: 11am to 12mn
Sun: 11am to 10pm
Nett Prices (Cash Only)
— June 27, 2017
Tiong Bahru Bakery @Raffles City
For French Pastries and Pancake Burgers.
252 North Bridge Road, Raffles City Shopping Centre #B1-11, S179103
City Hall, Esplanade, Bras Basah, Bencoolen
Daily: 8am to 10pm
Free Iced Water
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
[1] Eat-all-you-can pancake burgers at S$45++ per pax. Available daily from 6pm to 9pm.
— June 7, 2017
FORT by Maison Ikkoku @Fort Canning Arts Centre
For Omakase and Bespoke Cocktails.
5 Cox Terrace, Fort Canning Arts Centre #01-02/03, S179620
Dhoby Ghaut, Fort Canning, Bras Basah, Bencoolen, City Hall, Clarke Quay
Daily: 4pm till late (Opens throughout CNY)
Free Iced Water
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— January 4, 2017
The Cathedral Cafe @St Andrew’s Cathedral
For Both Local and Ang Moh Coffee, Tea, Cakes and Pies. You Are Welcomed To Use Their Space Even If You Do Not Make Any Purchase.
11 St Andrew's Road, St Andrew's Cathedral, S178959
City Hall, Bras Basah, Esplanade, Bencoolen, Clarke Quay
Daily: 9am to 5pm
PH: Closed
Free WiFi, Free Iced Water, PokeStop (Cathedral New Sanctuary)
Nett Prices (Cash Only)
— October 27, 2017
etto @Handy Road (Formerly Blackbird Bistro & Bar)
Located conveniently beside The Cathay but away from the busy malls, etto is a quiet bistro bar that serves European cuisines, daily DIY lunch bowls & one of the most affordable Afternoon Tea Sets in Town. etto also provides free WiFi (do ask for the password) and magazines, making it an ideal place to pass time while waiting for the movie to start or to rest your feet while waiting for the wife to finish shopping.
WRITER'S PICKAffordable Afternoon Tea/ Cafe to Escape The Crowd
OPEN TILL LATE
Open until 1am on Fri & Sat
6 Handy Road, The Luxe #01-01, S229234
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Rochor
Tue/Wed: 11.30am to 10.30pm
Thu: 11.30am to 11.30pm
Fri: 11.30am to 1am
Sat: 10am to 1am
Sun: 10am to 9pm
Mon: Closed
Free WiFi, Free Iced Water, In-house Toilet, Late Night Opening
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
Tea Set at S$14++ (Includes choice of any 4 savories &/or desserts + cappuccino/latte/long black/artisan tea). Top-up S$1++ for flavoured coffee/iced tea/tea latte. Valid Daily 3pm to 5.30pm.
— August 17, 2018
Parallel @Raffles Place (Takeaway Kiosk)
A takeaway kiosk that offers acai smoothies, acai bowls and one of the cheapest specialty coffees around!
252 North Bridge Rd, Raffles City Shopping Centre #B1-68, S179103
City Hall, Esplanade, Bras Basah, Bencoolen
Mon to Fri: 8am to 10pm
Sat/Sun: 11am to 9pm
Dairy Free Option
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
Any 2 Acai Smoothies for S$10 Nett.
— September 1, 2019
Baker & Cook @Intercontinental Hotel
For Sandwiches, Cakes, Tarts and Drinks.
80 Middle Road, Intercontinental Hotel #01-72A, S188966
Bugis, Bras Basah, Bencoolen, Esplanade, City Hall, Rochor, Jalan Besar
Daily: 9am to 7pm
Free WiFi, Charging Point (Only 1), Free Iced Water
Nett Price (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
Tea Time Set: Any pastry + Choice of Coffee/Set from S$8 Nett. Valid 2pm to 6pm.
— December 22, 2016
LiHO Cafe @Bugis Plus
For Trending Cheese Drinks.
201 Victoria Street, Bugis Plus #03-29/30, S188067
Bugis, Bencoolen, Rochor, Bras Basah, Jalan Besar, Esplanade, City Hall
Sun to Thu: 12noon to 10pm
Fri/Sat: 12noon to 11pm
Charging Points
Nett Prices (Cash/Credit Card/GrabPay)
— September 14, 2018
Barashi Tei @Middle Road
For Traditional Japanese Food Served Till Late At Night. Set Lunches Are Very Affordable (S$8.80 to S$12.80++).
OPEN TILL LATEOpen until 2am on Mon to Sat
266 Middle Road, Elias Building, S188991
Bencoolen, Rochor, Bras Basah, Little India, Bugis, Dhoby Ghaut, Jalan Besar
Mon to Sat: 11am to 3pm, 6pm to 2am
Sun: 11am to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
Late Night Opening
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— August 15, 2017
My Favourite Cafe @Bugis Cube
The main ingredients of Yong Tau Foo, which are tofu and various vegetables stuffed with minced meat or fish paste, seldom taste very different from stall to stall. What set various stalls apart are the variety and freshness of the ingredients offered plus the kind of sauce/gravy used. My Favourite Café does well in all 3 categories by offering over 30 different fresh ingredients and a nice though optional curry gravy. But that’s not all. They also have two secret weapons; their homemade meatballs and braised mushrooms.
WRITER's PICKFor Yong Tau Foo with delicious Homemade Meatballs and Braised Mushrooms. Price starts at S$4.80 Nett.
470 North Bridge Road, Bugis Cube #02-10, S188735
Bugis, Esplanade, Bras Basah, Bencoolen, City Hall, Rochor, Jalan Besar
Mon to Sat: 9am to 6pm
PokeStop (Love Housing Wall Mural)
Nett Prices (Cash Only)
— September 26, 2016
Saute @Bugis Cube
For Wholesome Vegetarian Food, Drinks and Desserts with a modern twist. You Can look forward To Dishes Like Orh Luak, Nasi Briyani and Pizza. Vegan Options Also Available.
470 North Bridge Road, Bugis Cube #02-08, S188735
Bugis, Esplanade, Bras Basah, Bencoolen, City Hall, Rochor, Jalan Besar
Daily: 11am to 9pm (LO 8.15pm)
Free WiFi (One time Registration & OTP Required, May require regular login), PokeStop (Love Housing Wall Mural)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets Only)
Promotion
Join Koipy (Uses the same login as free WiFi) to earn points with each purchase. S$1 = 1 point. Accumulated points can be used to redeem selected food items.
— December 18, 2016
Tony Cafe @The Adelphi
Cheap and Good Economic Rice with Fried/BBQ Chicken in City Hall! Price starts at S$3.50 Nett for Fried/BBQ Chicken rice without sides. Fried Chicken is only available only on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
1 Coleman Street, The Adelphi #02-23, S179803
City Hall, Esplanade, Clarke Quay, Bras Basah, Raffles Place
Mon to Fri: 7.30am to 5pm
Sat: 9am to 4.30pm (Food are usually sold out by 4pm.)
Sun: Closed
Nett Prices (Cash Only)
— June 11, 2016
Vatos Urban Tacos @South Beach
For Korean-Mexican Tacos and Gorgeous Margaritas.
36 Beach Road, South Beach, S189766
Esplanade, City Hall, Bugis, Bras Basah, Promenade, Bencoolen
Sun to Thu: 12pm to 11pm; Fri/Sat: 12pm to 12am
Free WiFi, Free Iced Water
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— May 1, 2016
Lowercase Cafe @LASALLE
For Simple Café Food and Delicious Avocado Milkshake.
1 McNally St, LASALLE Blk D #01-01, S187940
Rochor, Jalan Besar, Little India, Bencoolen, Bugis, Bras Basah
Mon to Sat: 8.30am to 9pm
Sun: 9am to 3pm
PH: Closed
Free WiFi, Charging Points, Free Iced Water, PokeGym (Fang’s Field)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— August 19, 2017
National Kitchen By Violet Oon @National Gallery Singapore
For An Affordable yet Classy Peranakan Afternoon Tea.
1 St. Andrew’s Road, National Gallery Singapore (City Hall Wing) #02–01, S178957
City Hall, Esplanade, Clarke Quay, Bras Basah, Raffles Place
Daily: Lunch - 12pm to 2.30pm, Tea - 2.30pm to 5pm, Dinner - 6pm to 10.30pm
Free WiFi (By National Gallery), Free Iced Water
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— July 24, 2016
Gallery & Co @National Gallery Singapore
For Western Grub With A Local Twist. They Also Offer One of The Most Affordable Cappuccino (S$4 Nett) In Town. Cakes Are Also Available.
WRITER'S PICKCafe for Free WiFi and Charging Points
1 St. Andrew’s Road, National Gallery Singapore (City Hall Wing) #01-05, S178957
City Hall, Esplanade, Clarke Quay, Raffles Place, Bras Basah
Sun to Thu: 11am to 10pm
Fri/Sat: 11am to 12am
Free WiFi (By National Gallery), Charging Points, Free Tap Water
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— August 16, 2016
Toast Box @Plaza Singapura
For Toasts and Local Delights.
68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura #01-23, S238839
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Somerset, Little India
Daily: 8am to 10pm
Free WiFi (By Mall, "CapitaLand")
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— June 16, 2017
Patbingsoo @Plaza Singapura
Casual Korean dining at a good price. Suitable even for a small group!
68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura #B2-47, S238839
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Somerset, Bras Basah
Sun to Thu: 11.30am to 10pm
Fri/Sat: 11.30am to 10.30pm
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— July 5, 2017
Tsukada Nojo @Plaza Singapura
[Reservations not allowed at this outlet] Beauty Hot Pot that is healthy, delicious and good for your skin! Expect juicy free-range chicken meat, fresh vegetables and seafood served in slurp worthy chicken collagen broth.
68B Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura Atrium@Orchard #03-81, S238891
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Somerset, Bras Basah
Daily: 11.30am to 3.30pm, 5pm to 10pm
Bijin Nabe-
Daily: 5pm to 9pm
Free Iced Water
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— January 31, 2016
Cafe La Reina @Plaza Singapura
For Multi-Cuisine Mains, Desserts, Cakes and Bicerin Coffee.
68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura #05-20, S238839
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Somerset, Bras Basah
Daily: 11am to 10pm
Free WiFi, Charging Points
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets)
Promotion
[1] All Day Meal and Drink Set at S$12.80 Nett. Includes Choice of Main + Ice Lemon Tea.
[2] Afternoon Tea Set: Choice of Cake + Tea (S$10.80 Nett) or Choice of Cake + Americano/Latte/Cappuccino/Mocha (S$12.80 Nett). Valid Mon to Fri only.
— April 21, 2017
L’éclair by Sarah Michelle @Singapore Shopping Centre
Escape the hustle and bustle at L’éclair by Sarah Michelle, a short walk away from the popular Orchard Road shopping belt. Relax in this classy and quiet space while enjoying a delicious handcrafted eclair. All prices are nett and charging points are abundantly available! (Umm.. but no WiFi okay.)
WRITER'S PICKCafe To Escape The Crowd/ Artisan Eclairs
190 Clemenceau Avenue, Singapore Shopping Centre #01-28, S239924
Dhoby Ghaut, Somerset, Fort Canning, Bencoolen, Bras Basah
Tue to Fri: 11am to 8pm
Sat: 11am to 9pm
Sun/PH*: 11am to 6pm
Mon: Closed
*Hours on public holidays may vary
Free Iced Water, Charging Points
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
"Buy-2-Get-2-Free" or "Buy-3-Get-3-Free" Eclairs with Entertainer App.
— April 23, 2018
Seorae @Plaza Singapura
For Korean BBQ featuring Galmaegisal meat (skirt meat). Galmaegisal meat has little fat content yet still juicy and tender. In ancient Korea, this meat sits on the tables of Kings and Royal families.
68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura #02-01, S238839
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Somerset, Bras Basah
Sun to Thu: 11.30am to 10pm
Fri/Sat: 11.30am to 11pm
Free Iced Water
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— June 8, 2017
DBS X Bettr Barista @Plaza Singapura
For Nice Coffee and Drinks In A Bank!
68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura #B1-25, S238839
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Somerset, Bras Basah
Mon to Fri: 9am to 8pm
Sat: 10am to 8pm
Sun: 11am to 8pm
Free WiFi (WiFi@DBS Plaza)
Nett Prices (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
Enjoy 20% off for cashless payment via DBS/POSB cards or PayLah.
— July 27, 2017
Xin Wang Hong Kong Cafe @Plaza Singapura
For Hong Kong Style Food and Drinks.
68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura #06-08/09/10, S238839
Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Somerset, Bras Basah
Mon to Fri/PH Eve: 11am to 11pm
Sat/Sun/PH: 10am to 11pm
Free WiFi
Prices Subjected to Service Charge and GST (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
— April 28, 2019
My Art Space @Istana Park
Orchard Road is one of the busiest parts in Singapore, even on a weekday. Luckily, if you want to temporarily escape the crowds and noise, there are still some places where you can seek refuge at. My personal favourites are L’éclair by Sarah Michelle, etto (previously Blackbird Bistro & Bar) and My Art Space, where Art Jamming meets Affordable Dining In The Park. Pool View Included!
WRITER'S PICKCafe To Escape The Crowd
31 Orchard Road, Istana Park, S238888
Dhoby Ghaut, Somerset, Somerset, Bencoolen, Bras Basah, Fort Canning
Mon: 9.30am to 5pm
Tue/Thu/Fri: 9.30am to 10pm
Sat/Sun: 10am to 7pm
Wed: Closed
Free WiFi, In-house Toilet, PokeStop (Istana Park)
Prices Subjected to 5% Service Charge (Cash/Nets/Credit Card)
Promotion
[1] Daily Set Lunch at S$15+. Includes Spicy Wings Pomodoro pasta + Brownie + Cold Darjeeling Tea. Valid in 2017, Daily 12pm to 3pm for dine in/takeaway.
[2] V-Day Special at S$58+ per couple. Terms and conditions apply. Valid on 14 February 2017 only. Reservation and Prepayment are required.
— February 9, 2017