As you should expect from an ice cream bar, Fatcat meets the expectation of serving very good ice cream made from scratch daily. But more than just serving exciting flavours like the well-loved Butter Beer and Hay & Honey, they go one step further by creating beautiful plated dessert experiences. Choose a flavour or two from their 18 ice creams to grace the top of their charcoal waffle with salted egg sauce. For another unusual bite, try their incredibly refreshing Lime Mojito Sphere -- an explosion of zesty goodness in your mouth. New desserts are regularly introduced in limited quantities daily (just like their waffles), so be sure to get there early to avoid disappointment!
It's lack of a distinct shopfront doesn't stop the crowds from flocking to Ronin for excellent coffee and unpretentious food. Opened by the good folks behind The Plain and The Bravery, pop into this dimly-lit, no-nonsense cafe for some legit scrambled eggs on toast (add on that juicy portobello mushroom and bacon for good measure) and the well-loved Dirty Ronin sandwich. Do yourself a favour and get the decadent brioche French toast topped with braised apple, bacon, hazelnut butter and syrup -- you won't regret it. Of course, no brunch is complete without a kick of caffeine from their classic brews. If you feel like something different, go for their Matcha Latte, or cool down on a hot day with a Wicked!
Pacamara Boutique Coffee Roasters is the joyous result of a partnership between Oz Specialty Coffee and their coffee partners in Thailand, combining well-loved Pacamara blends alongside a sizeable menu of mains and cafe food. Expect great coffee, including options like Iced Thai Coffee, to be enjoyed with brunch items like their popular Truffle Benedict, Red Velvet Pancakes and Salted Caramel Banana French Toast. For a hearty lunch, get their oven-baked Mac & Cheese. With clean, white, bright interiors and dark wood tabletops, Pacamara is a great space for some chill out time with a good book.
This part-art-gallery-part-cafe has made big waves in the cafe scene, and not just 'cos they serve great brunch and coffee. Artistry also provides creatives with a platform to debut their work through exhibitions, performances, talks or events that never fail to entertain. Fans of Artistry's food would be pleased to know they've extended their opening hours, making it possible to squeeze in that morning cuppa at 9am (an hour earlier than before), and also grab some sliders ($18) after work from their brand new dinner menu (till 9.30pm)! Choose from 8 different flavours like Angus Beef & Bacon, or Lamb Tzatziki, and wash them down with a couple of drinks after a long day. For dessert, don't miss their notorious PB&J French toast ($14)!
Constantly-packed Sunday Folks gives all an indication of just how popular their waffles and soft serve ice cream have become. Creamier's signature square waffles are now topped with a swirl of soft serve that comes in their most popular flavours -- Earl Grey Lavender, Sea Salt Gula Melaka and Roasted Pistachio. You can also choose to enjoy your soft serve swirl in a handmade cone, and choose from an assortment of toppings like matcha nama chocolate, Japanese mochi and fresh fruit. Be sure to complete you experience with a hot cuppa. Tip: you want to have your camera ready before your waffles/ cones are served!
There are many great cafes, but not all spaces are conducive for spending a couple of hours with your friends over simple food, great coffee and lovely ambience. At this humble spot, you're always ensured a consistently good cup, alongside great bites like their Thai Milk Tea Loaf or a Butter Croissant. For the more serious coffee drinkers, you even get to specify a brewing method of choice for their single origin beans. This spacious cafe is already a popular meeting spot for many Easties, and it certainly looks like there will be a steady growth of visits from Westies too! Another draw is also their free Wifi and ample seating, good omens for those who love working from cafes.
Enjoy all-day brunch fare, hearty mains and gorgeous desserts with your best friends amidst tranquility at this riverside cafe by Punggol Waterway. Whisk & Paddle offers unobstructed views of the resevoir with good food and drink to boot -- a much-needed respite at any time of day. For brunch, dig into comforting dishes like Eggs Ben with Smoked Salmon on Waffles, or a warm pan of Mac and Cheese. For a sweet treat, choose from their range of desserts in their display, and sit back with a cuppa to enjoy the view. If you can't decide, opt for the Berries Rose Tart, or the humble Earl Grey Lavender Loaf. By night, wind down and swop out the desserts and coffee for bar bites and ice cold beer!
Opened since January this year, Boufe, with its sun-lit minimalist interior, has very quickly become a hit among cafe-hoppers for capturing perfect shots. Situated within Phoenix Park in the Tanglin area, this cafe serves hearty brunch fare like the usual big breakfast (the Triple B), Eggs Benedict, French Toast, and classic Croque Madame. Go for the Truffle House-baked Baguette -- a delicious combination of crisp baguette with an earthy truffle mushroom ragout, egg and fresh greens -- it is so worth getting out of bed for! They also offer a range of pastries and desserts to be enjoyed with a cup of coffee. This is the kind of spot to enjoy some "me" time, the serenity certainly calms you.
At Sin Lee Foods, the Chicken and Waffles sound tempting, but it is the humble Aburi Broccoli Salad that takes centrestage and receives standing ovations -- time and time again. Inspired by lok-lok, this dish is quite literally a party in your mouth. Torched broccoli florets sit most delicately on a bed of white balsamic, with a cheeky smear of orange coconut sugar on the side that adds not only a lovely colour but also a delightful new dimension of flavour. To top it off, crushed papadums lay scattered, while a light snowing of parmesan finishes this sublime creation. For a satisfying brunch, share the broccoli, and then dig into their Beef and Grains for a real umami, Japanese-inspired hit of flavours that is bound to fill you! Oh, the coffee's excellent too.
Expect to queue on the weekends at this alluring establishment, and be prepared for a great meal. For something different, go for the Turkish Full Breakfast. If you like your runny eggs (of course you do), go for the poached organic eggs sitting atop braised ox cheeks, or the swoon-worthy Croque Monsieur. Finish off with a coffee, cider, or glass of white wine. Don't expect the usual cafe prices! Photo by Huixuan Tan
