L’Oliver
With an historic Chinese temple situated just opposite and a landscaped garden as part of its surroundings, L’Olivier provides an ideal ambiance. It’s fine French cuisine at reasonable prices. We think their braised short‑ribs in red wine and veal jus is a winner.
Eight Cafe and Bar
Disco balls and fancy lights are among our favorite in this joint. Featuring an alfresco section open after dusk only, the retro‑themed café serves highly affordable fusion and Western dishes.
HQ Karaoke & Bar
The newly‑minted open concept karaoke and bar encourages social karaoke—a good thing too that the crowd at HQ Karaoke & Bar consists mainly of models and celebrities. Sing your heart out while getting liquored up on Soju Oolong Tea, Mojitos and Apple Shooters.
Bonheur Patisserie
A good option at Bonheur Patisserie for the sweet-toothed with unusual delectables including their signature strawberry balsamic mousse ($7.50), layers of pistachio sponge, vanilla bean Chantilly cream and strawberry balsamic mousse.
Flor Pâtisserie
Those who have a weakness for the sweet stuff should make a stop at this Japanese bakery/ café; the earlier in the day, the better (they often sell out by teatime). Be sure to get your hands on their ice cheese tarts in flavors like maple, blueberry and caramel (our favorite), as well as the […]
Miz Japanese Restaurant
To deem the food at Miz Japanese Restaurant “value‑for‑money” would be a gross understatement. The simplest of dishes—cold garlic butter udon with caviar ($12) and even the Japanese rice tea—ace the taste test. Their salmon tataki, or seared salmon, is heavenly.
Cuppa Choice
Large fancy‑looking coffee machines are sold at this young café‑barista academy (it’s under two‑years‑old)— great news for coffee aficionados. The barista classes are conducted from 9am‑6pm, which are also the opening hours of the café. Other than coffee, bites such as pizzas are on the menu. For the coolest places to get a hot cup […]
Ci Yan Organic Vegetarian Health Restaurant
Customers refer to Ci Yan Organic Vegetarian Health Restaurant as the “Tibetan Place.” The Buddha statues, books and scriptures collected from travels give this humble eatery an inspiring ethnic vibe. Try the brown rice set meal and the green curry hor fun while you’re here.
Destination Wine and Dine
A cozy space greets you with the aroma of superior wines from France, Italy and Chile, just to name a few. Choose from 42 labels for a buy‑2‑get‑1‑free promotion. You can get plenty of recommendations from the boss—he’s a wine lover himself. You can also opt for some steak or pasta to go with the […]
PS Cafe (Ann Siang)
Nestled in a corner next to the entrance of Ann Siang Hill Park, this two‑story café serves up food for brunch, lunch, tea, dinner, desserts and booze. In the evenings, local DJs dish out smooth soul tunes to go with your food and drinks. Who needs breakfast or lunch? Brunch is the meal du jour. […]