The COMPLETE Guide to Keong Saik Road, Singapore`s Coolest

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The COMPLETE Guide to
Keong Saik Road,
Singapore's Coolest Food
Heaven
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need
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the multitude of dinner
options and ironically ended up feeling like you're out of
options, we feel you - we've got the prettiest desserts, the
coolest rooftop bars, and more.
But fret not, we've got your back.
Some of Singapore's best dining choices concentrated in
this hip enclave that is Keong Saik Road. We bring you the
ultimate guide to EVERY restaurant along this gem of a food
street and its adjacent streets, namely Neil Road, Teck Lim
Road, and Jiak Chuan Road.
Contemporary/ European
Lollapalooza
image: Lollapalooza's Facebook page (Hand-cut Beef
Tartare)
The dedicated folks at Lollapalooza serve up small plates
specially curated and changed up every day according to
the freshest produce of the day. Their ingredients are
diligently sourced from all over, so expect items from
Hokkaido Scallop Ceviche to Australian Scampi all on the
same menu.
1A Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089109
Opening hours: 11.45am-2pm (lunch) and 6pm-11pm
(dinner) Mon-Sat, 11.45am-3pm Sun, closed PH
Website: http://www.lollapalooza.sg/
Meta
image: Meta's Facebook page (Hokkaido Scallops with
Endive, Prawn Puree, Squid Ink Crackers)
Meta's fixed menus (that change each season) feature
innovative dishes incorporating a fusion of Asian and
Western touches. This Spring season, choose between the
five ($88++) or eight ($138++) course menu with dishes
such as Wagyu Striploin and Bibimbap (Korean stone bowl
rice) with sea urchin, kimchi and seaweed. They also have a
six course vegetarian menu ($88++).
9 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089117
Opening hours: 12pm-2pm (lunch) and 6pm-11pm (dinner)
Mon-Sat, closed Sun
Website: http://metarestaurant.sg/
Cure
image: Cure's Instagram (Squid Porridge with Rice
Crackers, Sea Urchin)
The dishes at Cure are inspired by the season's best
produce, and are thoughtfully paired with a stellar drinks list.
Enjoy a three ($75++) or five ($115++) course menu on
weekdays and a five ($115++) or seven ($$150++) course
menu on weekends, or get bang for your buck with their
lunch menus (from $38). From Foie Gras Brûlée with burnt
cinnamon to Venison Dumplings in Mushroom Broth, you
can trust that you're in for a treat.
Opening hours: from 12pm (lunch) Wed-Fri, from 6pm
(dinner) Mon-Sat
Website: http://www.curesingapore.com/
999.99 (Five Nines)
image: @sgfoodonfoot (Beef Tenderloin with Foie Gras)
One of the newer kids on the block, but already off to a
strong start, 999.99 offers a five course menu ($59) with a
luxurious, mainly Italian-inspired mix of meat and seafood
dishes. Their lunch menus (from $19.80) are affordable but
don't skimp on the posh either.
Opening hours:11.30am-2.30pm Mon-Fri, 6.30pm-12am
Mon-Sun
Website: http://www.fivenines.sg/
31 Bar and Kitchen
Channeling convivial, laid back vibes, this French bar and
kitchen is perfect for some after-work mingling or a casual
dinner date.
The menu is split into small plates for light nibbles and
bigger plates for main courses. The menu rotates regularly,
but if you ever spot the Pan Seared Whole French Duck
Magret ($55) on the menu, we say it's a must-try!
image: 31 Bar and Kitchen's Facebook page (Spanish
Octopus Carpaccio with Smoked Paprika Dressing)
Opening hours: 3pm-late Mon-Sat, closed Sun
Website: http://www.31barandkitchen.com/
Taratata Bistrot
Run by two French chefs (so you're getting the real deal!),
Taratata Bistrot serves well-loved, home-style French
Classics such as escargot, duck confit, and the like, as well
as a selection of artisanal cheeses and wines.
image: Taratata Bistrot's Facebook page (Baked Burgundy
Escargots in Herb Garlic Butter)
35A Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089142
Opening hours: 11.30am-3.30pm (lunch) and 5.30pm12am (dinner) Tues-Fri, 5.30pm-12am Sat & PH eves,
11.30am-3.30pm (lunch) and 5.30pm-10.30pm (dinner) Sun,
closed Mon & PH
Website: http://taratata.sg/
The Study
A British-inspired snack bar, The Study is an unpretentious
social dining spot.
Their menu, cheekily divided into chapters, feature dishes
such as Iberico Scotch Egg ($17) and Kurobuta Pork Collar
($38) slow-cooked to perfection, paired with pommes anna,
burnt apple, rainbow chard, and lardo.
image: The Study's Facebook page (Iberico Scotch Egg)
Opening hours: 12pm-2.30pm Mon-Fri and 11am-3pm Sat
(lunch), 6pm-10.30pm Mon-Sat (dinner), closed Sun
Website: http://the-study.sg/
Restaurant Ember
image: Restaurant Ember's Facebook Page (Sakura Ebi
Capellini with Konbu and Crustacean Oil)
Helmed by Chef Sufian Bin Zain, who has had honourable
stints with the likes of Les Amis and Waku Ghin under his
belt, expect no less then exemplar, well-thought out flavours
in modern European Restaurant Ember's menu.
If we had to choose, we'd say go for the seafood dishes like
the well-loved Sakura Ebi Capellini ($28) with Konbu and
Crustacean Oil, or Pan Roasted Barramundi ($28) with vine
ripped cherry tomatoes, fine beans, and clam jus –
gloriously fresh, classy, and absolutely delectable.
50 Keong Saik Road, Hotel 1929, Singapore 089158
Opening hours: 11.30am-2pm (lunch) and 6.30pm-10pm
(dinner) Mon-Fri, 6.30pm-10pm Sat, closed Sun
Website: http://restaurantember.com.sg/
Potato Head Folk
Occupying four storeys in the iconic red and white
shophouse that has become practically representative of
Keong Saik Road is the bohemian sanctuary that is Potato
Head Folk - the first two floors are the dining area, the third
is a lounge bar, and head up to the fourth for the rooftop
garden space.
image: Potato Head Folk's Facebook page
Tuck into some hearty burgers - with wagyu beef patties and
foie gras, buttermilk fried chicken, a huge crab patty... you'll
be hard pressed to pick just one.
Opening hours: 11am-12am Tues-Sun, closed Mon
Website: http://www.pttheadfolk.com/
Afterglow by ANGLOW
If you ever thought of a healthy, plant-based diet as boring,
you probably haven't tried Afterglow.
This farm-to-table restaurant is certainly doing things right in
both the taste and health department, offering sumptuous
yet wholesome fare. Think dishes like Raw Zucchini
Linguine with Walnut "Meatballs" ($20), Quinoa-strone
($14), and the like. Their dishes are influenced by cuisines
of all sorts - the Kimchi Nori Roll ($14) is an old-time
favourite.
image: Afterglow's Instagram
Opening hours: 12pm-11pm Mon, Wed, Thurs, 5pm-11pm
Tues, 12pm-12am Fri, Sat, closed Sun
Website: http://afterglow.sg/
Burnt Ends
This modern Australian Barbecue is all about honest
cooking on wood ovens and grills.
image: @vickiima (The Sanger)
One of the champions in the menu packed with winners is
The Sanger ($20) - pulled pork shoulder, spicy chipotle aioli,
jalapenos, and coleslaw sandwiched between slices of fluffy
brioche. It's been said to change lives, and we can vouch for
that. Try their steaks and small plates as well!
20 Teck Lim Road, Singapore 088391
Opening hours: 11.45pm-2pm Wed-Sat (lunch), 6pm-late
Tues-Sat (dinner), closed Sun, Mon
Website: http://www.burntends.com.sg/home/
Nicolas Le Restaurant
The eponymous French restaurant, helmed by Chef
Nicholas Joanny and his years of experience in Michelin star
restaurants under his belt, the menu reads extremely well.
Go for the four-course set dinner ($78++) or, if you're feeling
a treat, request the special 8-course "surprise menu"
($128++) and let Chef Nicholas take your tastebuds on a
magical ride.
image: @bongsteroo (Atlantic Sea Cod Fish)
Opening hours: 12pm-2pm (lunch) and 6.30pm-10pm
(dinner) Tues-Fri, 6pm-10.30pm Sat, closed Sun, Mon
Website: http://www.restaurantnicolas.com
Cafes/ Brunch/ Desserts
The Populus Coffee & Food Co.
image: The Populus Cafe's Instagram (Buckwheat Pancakes)
The Populus Cafe certainly does brunch right - the Populus
Scramble ($17.50), a seemingly innocent butter croissant with
cheesy ricotta scrambled eggs and bacon, and the Buckwheat
Pancakes ($20.50) with berry fruit compote, passionfruit curd,
cornflake crumbs, thyme infused maple syrup and florals are
must-tries.
146 Neil Road, Singapore 088875
Opening hours: 9am-7pm Mon, Wed, 9am-10.30pm Thurs,
Fri, 9.30am-10.30pm Sat, 9.30am-7pm Sun, closed Tues
Website: http://www.thepopuluscafe.com
The Lokal
image: The Lokal's Instagram
Along with the usual suspects, The Lokal also offers unique
brunch fare such as Roast Pumpkin Salad ($18) with a
gloriously elaborate medley of pickled beetroot, green beans,
dried cranberries, quinoa, and more, and the Lobster Roll
($22), to list a few. You can even build your own brunch with an
entire selection of breakfast items, from eggs all ways to
sauteed mushrooms to roast beef.
Have we also mentioned that they do possible the best Sticky
Date Pudding ($16) ever?
136 Neil Road, Singapore 088865
Opening hours: 8am-5pm Mon, 8am-10pm Tues-Fri, 9am10pm Sat, 9am-4pm Sun
Website: http://www.thelokalsingapore.com
The Daily Roundup
The Daily Roundup specializes on healthier, lighter brunch
options, notably their crêpes and galettes. They've got plenty of
both sweet and savoury options – the Yuzu Butter Crêpe ($12)
and the Complète Galette ($16) with artisan ham, French
Comté cheese, and a sunny side up egg are hot favourites.
image: The Daily Roundup's Instagram
1 Keong Saik Road, #01-02 The Working Capitol, Singapore
089109
Opening hours: 8am-9.30pm Mon-Fri, 9am-9.30pm Sat, 9am7.30pm Sun & PH
Website: http://www.thedailyroundup.com.sg
Luxe
The Aussies are big on brunch, and if that's anything to go by,
Luxe Sydney is one place you should try out.
image: Luxe's Instagram (Sakura Chicken)
The clean, luxurious space of the cafe-bistro hybrid has equally
praise-worthy contemporary Australian fare to match – we love
their Ricotta Pancake ($20) with berries, exploding candy, and
maple syrup. At dinnertime, try their Sakura Chicken Roasted
in Honey and Tumeric ($32).
1 Keong Saik Road, #01-04 The Working Capitol, Singapore
089109
Opening hours: 11am-late Tues-Fri, 9.30am-late Sat, 9.30am4pm Sun, cosed Mon
Website: http://luxesydney.sg/
Bread And Hearth
This artisanal bakery cafe serves all day breakfast, main
courses, artisanal sandwiches and more.
image: Bread and Hearth's Facebook page
Their hand-crafted artisan breads are baked with age-old
European bread-making techniques that would impress even
the most discerning of gourmands.
Opening hours: 8am-7pm daily
Website: http://breadandhearth.com
Banana Tree
Bingsus (Korean shaved ice desserts) are all the craze in
Singapore, so we're not surpised that there's a cafe
specializing in just that along Keong Saik street.
image: Banana Tree's Facebook page
This is as adorable as it gets - the Bingsus are
beautifully presented in flower pots, and are available in a
variety of flavours. Great for cooling down after a meal at one
of the other restaurants along the street!
26 Keong Saik Street, Singapore 089133
Opening hours: 12pm-10pm Mon-Sat, 12.30pm-7pm Sun
Website: https://www.facebook.com/bananatreesg
Japanese
Neon Pigeon
Neon Pigeon is a hip Japanese izakaya serving sharing
plates, its lively atmosphere making it the perfect setting for
a social gathering.
Try the decadent Roasted Bone Marrow ($18) with furikake
seasoning, crispy garlic, and toast, and the Smoked Baby
Back Ribs ($18) with sake-infused barbecue sauce. 6-8
plates are recommended for a table of 2.
image: @harpersbazaarsg
1 Keong Saik Street, #01-03 The Working Capitol,
Singapore 089109
Opening hours: 6pm-12am Mon-Sat, closed Sun
Website: http://www.neonpigeonsg.com/
Mariko's
We don't know who Mariko is, although we'd certainly like to
find out.
This Japanese-inspired restaurant-bar offers a exciting fare
such as Risotto with Edamame, Roasted Pine Nutsand
Onsen Egg ($20) and Beef Yakiniku Rib-eye with Bonito
Mashed Potatoes ($30) as well as light bar bites. Not
forgetting the entire menu of Japanese whiskey, cocktails,
and other alcoholic beverages that pair perfectly with the
food.
image: Mariko's Facebook page (Seared Spicy Tuna with
Pickled Ginger Salsa)
4 Jiak Chuan Road, Singapore 089261
Opening hours: 5pm-12am Mon, Tues, 5pm-1am Wed,
Thurs, 5pm-3am Fri, 6pm-3am Sat, closed Sun
Website: http://www.marikos.com.sg
Chinese
Tang
image: Tang's Facebook page
Freshly revamped, Tang is an elegant Sichuan hotpot
restaurant boasting rich, MSG-free soup stocks and the
freshest ingredients. Best enjoyed over merry conversation!
Opening hours: 12pm-2.30pm (lunch) and 5pm-11.30pm
(dinner) Sun-Wed, 5pm-12am Thurs-Sat, closed 1st and 3rd
Tues monthly
Website: https://www.facebook.com/TangRestaurantBar/
Local
Tong Ah Eating House
A coffee shop nestled amongst fine dining restaurants, Tong
Ah Eating House might seem a little out of place to the
uninitiated, but don't dismiss this unassuming eatery just
yet.
image: @tamhammm
Tong Ah is famous for their Crispy Kaya Toast ($1.80); they
do Tze Char dishes as well, the Coffee Pork Ribs (from $10)
and Claypot Fragrant Chicken (from $10) are must-tries.
Opening hours: 6.30am-10pm Thurs-Tues, closed Wed
Kok Sen Restaurant
The long queue during peak dining hours speaks volumes of
the food at Kok Sen Restaurant. Try their popular Big Prawn
Hor Fun (from $16) - huge, succulent prawns with wide
noodles in an umami gravy packed with flavour.
image: @burpple
30 Keong Saik Road, Singpoare 089137
Opening hours: 11.30am-10.30pm daily
Indian
Indline
image: Indline's Facebook page
A contemporary Indian cookery serving up authentic North
Indian soul food, Indline prides themselves for their curries
and naans. Also expect the usual suspects such as kebabs
and biryani.
Opening hours: 11.30am-11pm Mon-Fri, 12pm-11pm Sat,
12pm-10.30pm Sun
Website: http://indline.sg
Others
Muchachos
Widely hailed to serve the best burritos in town - and not
without reason - give this place a whirl for these ginormous
gems packed with ingredients and flavour. We love the pork
and steak fillings in particular!
No Chipotle in Singapore? No problem.
Opening hours: 12pm-4pm and 6pm-10pm Mon-Thurs,
12pm-10pm Fri-Sat, closed Sun
Website: https://www.facebook.com/muchachos.sg
Lime House
The only Caribbean restaurant in Singapore, Lime House
instantly transports you to a exotic beachfront bistro with its
laid back Carribean vibes and music, chirpy service staff
bustling with energy, and homely decor.
Their Baby Back Ribs ($32) are generously slathered in
their house BBQ sauce and are fall-off-the-bone tender easily one of the best we've tried. Of course, get a rum
cocktail to go with!
image: Lime House's Instagram
Opening hours: 12pm-2.30pm and 5pm-12am Tues-Fri,
3pm-12am Sat, closed Mon, Sun & PH
Website: http://limehouse.asia/
Bars
The Cufflink Club
image: The Cufflink Club's Facebook page
This sophisticated cocktail bar is sleek yet comfortable and
unpretentious. With former mixologist at The Tippling Club,
Joel Fraser, behind the bar, you can trust that you're in good
hands.
Opening hours: 5pm-1am Mon-Thurs, 5pm-2am Fri, 6pm2am Sat, closed Sun
Website: http://thecufflinkclub.com
Comptoir Soori
image: Comptoir Soori's Facebook page
One for the wine-lovers: Comptoir Soori is a wine bar and
epicurie that combines the best of artisan wines with classic
French fare - an unapologetic celebration of life's tasteful
pleasures.
Opening hours: 12pm-12am Mon-Fri, 4m-12am Sat, closed
Sun
Website: http://comptoirsoori.com/
Website: http://comptoirsoori.com/
By Pinky Chng, March 2016
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Cafes, Food, Restaurants
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