Complete with laidback vibes, this casual diner sports innovative French-inspired plates bound to impress on a first date. Go for the foolproof C&C&C&C Pasta (from $10.90, top up $6 for sea urchin) — chorizo, crabmeat, fresh clams and caviar on a bed of al dente angel hair pasta, slicked in an umami lobster bisque. To end the night with a bang, treat your date to the Houjicha White Chocolate Tart ($13.90).
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If you're raring for steak around town, make a beeline for this all-day alfresco concept (with four brands under one roof). Dive straight for the house-favourite Trimmed Entrecôte Steak ($36.80) – think lean cuts of beef slathered in a buttery and creamy 'legendary sauce', alongside piping hot and crispy shoestring fries. Not a fan of steak? Go for their Homemade Duck Foie Gras Terrine ($24) with sugar glazed onions and grilled buttered sourdough or have the garlic butter and parmesan slathered Escargot ($16) to share. Photo by Burppler Ade Tan
Tucked away in quiet Sunset Way, this quaint French bistro serves home-style comfort fare. The menu may be small, but the quality of the dishes make up for it. Order the wonderfully moist Roast Chicken ($32, half portion), marinated with a fragrant herb butter and roasted to golden brown perfection, and end your meal with the velvety Dark Chocolate Tart with Cream ($8). Trust us, it's worth saving tummy space for.
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You're in for a merry good time at this buzzy izakaya located along Stanley Street. Decked out in authentic Japanese decor, the cosy space will put you at ease. Here's your list of must-orders: the creamy, mentaiko-topped Rosti Mentai ($8), and the trustworthy Chef Selection Skewers ($18 for five skewers). Ask for sake recommendations to go with your meal as well.
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Wishlist this contemporary joint along Tan Quee Lan street for a laidback date night. The menu offers tapas-style plates made for sharing, such as the juicy bone-in L.A Style Black Angus Kalbi ($26), deliciously tender Grilled Pork Belly ($26) and the spicy-sweet glazed Dak Kang Jung (crispy chicken tenders, $18). On mains, the cheesy Seafood Rapokki ($22) is a good choice as well, best paired with a refreshing Yuzu Makgeoli ($22).
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After a three-month hiatus, this hidden gem in Kembangan known for cafe fare that hits the spot is back! Visit on weekends to savour their newly revamped weekend brunch menu, including the Croque Madame ($22). It flaunts a buttery yet tangy tomato hollandaise that Burppler Xing Wei Chua describes as "incredibly umami without being jelat (overpowering)". The comforting Oven Baked Eggs ($22) is a hit with the Burpple community as well.
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This popular no-frills Japanese spot in Far East Plaza needs no introduction, and the crowd speaks for itself. Bring a sashimi-loving date here for a delicious meal. Order the luscious Salmon ($5.90) and buttery Hamachi ($10.90) sashimi to get the best of both worlds with 1-for-1. For something more substantial, you can't go wrong with the ever-popular and generously portioned Chirashi Don ($24.90).
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If the unchartered west is where you're aiming to bring your date, pop by this cosy resto for amazing Italian nosh. Must-orders include the Traditional Stuffed Roman Schiacciata (from $10) – think creamy, aromatic truffle mushrooms embedded in a fluffy, chewy and slightly crusty flat bread. Trust the Burpple community's gut and go with the divinely crispy and crackly Porchetta (from $9), before finishing off with the delightful Pistachio Tiramisu ($14).
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