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What To Dabao From Telok Ayer

Free the Robot​

Free the Robot is a cafe that is set to change the CBD’s F&B scene. With its quirky decor and concept, one would be surprised that Free the Robot serves more than just coffee.

Usually a place for studying or quiet afternoons, Free the Robot is bustling with customers eager to get their brunch during weekday lunch hours.

Although the Big Brekky (S$22) is popular amongst regular robots, the menu is filled with other brunch and lunch goodies that you have to try too.

One of the latest additions to their menu is the Beef Rice Bowl With a ½ Avocado (S$20), a hearty bowl containing Japanese white rice cooked till soft and slightly chewy. Additionally, there were bonito flakes, furikake (dry Japanese seasoning), homemade achar, a poached egg, and shredded cucumber slices.

Another must-order is their Blue Swimmer Crab Pasta (S$20). The pasta had a mixture of blue swimmer crab meat and baby scallops accompanied by tomatoes, pine nuts and cooked with chilli crab sauce and white wine. With each twirl of pasta, we could pick up a few pieces of succulent crab meat and scallops which paired with the tangy chilli crab sauce perfectly.

118 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068587
+65 6438 1836
Wed to Sun: 9.30am – 5pm & 5pm – 10.30pm
Closed on Mon & Tue

 

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Shukuu Izakaya ​

With walls painted vibrantly by the owner himself, Shukuu Izakaya exudes Japanese culture to a whole new level. Founded by three Japanese food enthusiasts, it is a place where you can unwind after work.

Perhaps what is most interesting about this establishment is its artisanal sake collection. They have certified in-house sake sommeliers to personally recommend bottles from their expansive collection that will complement your dishes too, so expect to find around about 60 different types of sake from various renowned breweries in Japan at any point in time.

An interesting appetiser on the menu is the Maguro Yukke (S$12++), Shukuu Izakaya’s inventive take on the beef tartare. The premium sashimi-grade bluefin tuna is sliced and tossed in a Japanese layu (chilli oil) dressing and served with a quail egg. Mix it all up to savour the smooth, fresh chunks of firm tuna flesh with a hint of spiciness that cuts through perfectly.

For an Izakaya classic, the humble Tsukune (S$4.50++) features soft and juicy chicken meatballs that have a surprising bite to it from the chicken cartilage. Another dish we enjoyed was the Sliced Beef’s Tongue (S$14), a soft, chewy slice that was beautifully seasoned to match its heavenly meaty flavour.

8 Stanley Street, Singapore 068727
+65 6327 9240
Daily: 5.30pm – 10.30pm

 

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What To Dabao From Telok Ayer

Wang Dae Bak Korean BBQ Restaurant​

To experience a taste of authentic Korean food culture at Telok Ayer, Wang Dae Bak Korean BBQ Restaurant is one of the best places in town to do so. With smoke and the strong smell of barbecue in the air, you know you’re going to need a bib to save your shirt from the mess you are going to make.

Wang Dae Bak has two different menus: one for lunch and another one for dinner. For dinner, the BBQ is a must-try. Go for either Set A or Set B (both $49). Set B is highly recommended because you get a taste of everything, from prime ribs and pork belly to marinated shoulder.

What makes the BBQ experience different at Wang Dae Bak BBQ is also the fact that they have steamed egg on the edges all around the central BBQ pit. The appetisers are all refillable, so your meal here will definitely be a satisfying one!

98 Amoy Street, Singapore 069918
+65 6226 0450
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 10.30pm

 

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What To Dabao From Telok Ayer

Burger Bar New York​

Established in Singapore in 2016, Burger Bar New York aims to bring the New York burger scene to Singapore with their old-school American burgers and beers. With a large selection of unique craft beers ranging from the Shiga Kogen to the BBN that you can’t get anywhere else in Singapore, this is one place in Telok Ayer you have to hit up.

The burgers here aren’t sexy, but simplicity is where it’s at. The Cheeseburger ($17.80) comes served in a medium-rare patty slabbed with melted white cheddar cheese, lettuce, dill pickle, dijon mustard, tomato sauce and some fresh onions. Unlike other burger outlets in Singapore, the patties are made from Nebraskan meat.

Burger Bar New York takes its patties very seriously. The restaurant sources their meat, grind and even pound the patty in-house to ensure its quality and freshness! Entirely made in-house, you will want to bite into your burger again and again.

115 Amoy Street, #01-03, Singapore 069935
+65 6221 8648
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Closed on Sun

 

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Moosehead Kitchen – Bar​

Owned by father-and-son team Glen and Daniel Ballis, Moosehead Kitchen – Bar is very much a living project—a community for food, music and art.

Besides drawing inspiration from travel and the street, the eatery also frequently collaborates with local hawkers and graffiti artists for events held within their space. Here, ingredients might be simple, yet the presentation of their food is filled with sophistication.

The Pork Jowl (S$26) is a crowd favourite that should not be missed. Get ready to sink your teeth into a piece of perfectly grilled pork that melts in your mouth as you savour the natural flavours of the protein. For additional texture, the dish is also topped with pork crackling as well as sweet pickled raisins.

If you still have space for dessert, don’t forget to finish your meal with their Pistachio Cake (S$8). Filled with the nutty goodness of freshly toasted pistachios, this rich and decadent cake is topped with a light and refreshing yuzu creme as well as a drizzle of honey. Now, this is what I call a sweet ending.


110 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068579
+65 6636 8055
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2pm & 6pm – 8pm
Closed on Sun

 

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Alati​

Alati, or salt from the ancient Greek word, serves the freshest produce wild-caught by the hands of the fishermen at the Aegean Sea. Donned in blue and white, you will feel like you’ve been shipped to Santorini the moment you step into the premises.

So what should you eat at Alati? Well, if you want something light, the Horiatiki (S$24) is something you should order. With fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, bell peppers, and olives showered in extra virgin olive oil and peppers of feta, this Greek salad is healthy and delicious at the same time.

Are you a fan of fish? Then don’t miss out on the Salt-baked Milokopi from the Aegean Sea (S$13/100g, additional S$10 for salt bake). Milokopi, or otherwise known as bearded umbrine, is baked in a crust of salt to retain the moisture in the flesh and dry out the skin to ensure that the meat remains juicy and sweet.

If you’re looking for a light, delicious and healthy meal, Alati should be near the top of your list. The food here might be prepared and cooked in healthier options, but they are certainly not lacking in the flavour department!

73 Amoy Street, Singapore 069892
+65 8751 9138
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2pm & 5.30pm – 11pm
Sat: 5.30pm – 11pm
Closed on Sun

 

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What To Dabao From Telok Ayer

Dapper Coffee​

A little cosy spot hidden atop the stretch of shophouses on Amoy Street, Dapper Coffee is a cafe in Telok Ayer that you have to check out. Unique and quirky, the menu’s experimental take on classic coffees is fascinating, but its brunch meals are pretty dope too.

The Earl Grey Yuan-Yang (S$8) is highly recommended, especially for those with a bitter taste preference. Instagram-worthy and served icy cold, the Earl Grey Yuan-Yang is your go-to for a mid-afternoon chill drink. Otherwise, the Gold Brew (S$10) is also a must-order, especially if you believe in unicorns. I mean, what other coffee has golden glitters swirls?

If you need a little sweet snack to balance the coffee, Dapper Coffee also has amazing cakes on offer. The Gula-Melaka Walnut Oat Cake and Salted Egg Black Sesame Cake (S$9 per slice) are both one of a kind. What’s even better—they taste amazing.

73A Amoy Street, Second Floor, Singapore 069892
+65 8742 8908
Mon to Fri: 8am – 5pm
Sat & Sun: 8am – 3pm

 

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Sarnies​

Started a few years ago by Aussie Ben Lee, Sarnies is a popular little café. Known best for their coffees, Sarnies also serves up some mean sandwiches. Nonetheless, they are so much more than that. From massive salads to classic pasta, you’re guaranteed to have a good time dining in this cosy eatery.

For a healthy lunch option, go for the Roast Chicken Sandwich(S$14.50). Complementing the slices of tender roast chicken are tomato slices, mesclun, a schmear of guacamole and some home-cured bacon for good measure.

Don’t forget to wash your meal down with a good cup of freshly roasted coffee! Latte (S$5), Flat White (S$5) and Cappuccino (S$5) aside, the cafe also offers a refreshing glass of Iced Coconut Long Black (S$6.50). This has been my personal favourite, and I highly recommend it to all my fellow caffeine lovers out there!

136 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068601
+65 8284 2146
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 8.30am – 4pm

 

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Park Bench Deli​

From cheesesteak to cured meat and grilled cheese to peanut butter & jelly, Park Bench Deli has been changing the definition of sandwiches in Singapore. At Park Bench Deli, sandwiches aren’t ordinary. Yes, they have the classics, but that aside, the cafe is also known for its innovative creations.

The two sandwiches you have to try are the Cubano (S$16) and the Kra Pow Sandwich (S$16). The Cubano consisted of seared pulled pork and ham accompanied by melted cheese, oozing mustard and pickles. If you love mustard, this sandwich would be perfect for you.

If not, for something more local, opt for the Kra Pow Sandwich. Generously filled with wok-fried Kra Pow pork with hot basil, garlic, Thai fried egg salad and long beans, this is a one-of-a-kind Thai delight that will surely leave you wanting more.

179 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068627
+65 8892 0408
Mon to Sat: 9am – 8m
Closed on Sun

 

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BoCHINche​

For a taste of Argentina on our sunny island, boCHINche is where you should be. Here to dispel the notion that Argentinian cuisine is just about meat, boCHINche does just about anything out of the ordinary.

Nothing warms the tummy any better than the satisfaction of a glorious cheese pull. Best enjoyed the minute it’s out the oven, the Provoleta con Sobrasada & roasted hazelnut (S$19) is a smoky contender with a sultry layer of paprika-spiced Italian sausage and drizzles of chorizo oil.

Served beautifully caramelised and overflowing right up to the corners, this starter will get your appetite up and running especially when dipped with the restaurant’s freshly baked basket of bread.

Heading to boCHINche for brunch? Then let the Orange Water Pancake (S$24) blow your mind with its citrusy hint. Liberally glazed with homemade lemon ricotta and gooey drizzles of honey, these beautifully prepared pancakes are topped with crunches of poached fruit and nuts for an added texture that will leave you smiling from ear to ear.

115 Amoy Street, #01-02, Singapore 069935
+65 6235 4990
Tue to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm & 6pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 11.30am – 3pm
Closed on Mon

 

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Abundance – Taiwanese-Style Cafe At Redhill With DTF-Style Xiao Cai, Fried Rice, And Peanut Ice Cream Roll.​

Slightly different from Bao Makers and other Kong Bak Pau specialty stores, Abundance offers Taiwan-style Gua Bao ($6.90).

The Taiwanese-style modern eatery also serves up “Xiao Chi” of Red Hot Chilli Dumplings aka Hong You Chao Shou ($8.90), Golden Egg ($6) which is fried century egg, Prawn Toast ($9.50), Pork Chop ($8), Popcorn Chicken ($8) and Fried Beancurd Skin ($4).

However, with interesting food such as Peanut Ice Cream Roll, down-to-earth friendly service, and a sense of humour, I think Abundance may very well see abundant crowd in time to come in this neighbourhood.

Abundance
63A Lengkok Bahru, #01-378, Singapore 151063
Opening Hours: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10:30pm (Tues – Sun),
Closed on Mon.

 

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Abundance – Taiwanese-Style Cafe At Redhill With DTF-Style Xiao Cai, Fried Rice, And Peanut Ice Cream Roll.​

Slightly different from Bao Makers and other Kong Bak Pau specialty stores, Abundance offers Taiwan-style Gua Bao ($6.90).


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The Taiwanese-style modern eatery also serves up “Xiao Chi” of Red Hot Chilli Dumplings aka Hong You Chao Shou ($8.90), Golden Egg ($6) which is fried century egg, Prawn Toast ($9.50), Pork Chop ($8), Popcorn Chicken ($8) and Fried Beancurd Skin ($4).



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However, with interesting food such as Peanut Ice Cream Roll, down-to-earth friendly service, and a sense of humour, I think Abundance may very well see abundant crowd in time to come in this neighbourhood.


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Abundance
63A Lengkok Bahru, #01-378, Singapore 151063
Opening Hours: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10:30pm (Tues – Sun),
Closed on Mon.

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What To Dabao From Telok Ayer

Wangdaebak POCHA​

POCHA means “Korean Street Food Wagon” in Korean, a term used back in the 70s and 80s that described a place where people got together by the street-side to eat and drink.

Wangdaebak POCHA is the first street-styled Korean dining and drinking experience. Set in the past, the restaurant encourages you to sit back, relax, and remember the good ol’ times over authentic street food and Korean cocktails.

So what should you order while having mugs of icy cold beer? Sweet & Spicy Fried Boneless Chicken (S$21), of course! Crispy all over and smeared with our favourite gochujang sauce, this is the kind of fried chicken KFC would have to beat to get to the top!

Looking for a side dish to go with your BBQ meal? Then why not enjoy the best of both worlds with the Half Half Pancake (S$25). Prepared using kimchi and seafood pancake batter, this dish will delight both the spicy and non-spicy eaters on the dining table.

93 Amoy Street, Singapore 069913
+65 6220 0322
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Closed on Sun

 

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fȳr ​

Helmed by Chef Teddy Chung, fȳr is a modern grill restaurant that serves up moreish food in a warm, relaxed atmosphere situated in the foodie enclave of Boon Tat Street. Marrying traditional French cooking techniques with modern Asia influences, the signature fȳr experience is cooked with fire in all forms—grilling, barbequing, roasting, searing and smoking.

Set menu at fȳr is priced at an affordable S$26++ for a two-course meal and S$30++ for a three-course meal. Otherwise, the Chicken Roulade (S$24) and Pan-seared Barramundi (S$24) from their a la carte menu both make for a dish complete with proteins and greens for a wholesome meal in the restaurant’s cosy environment.

19 Boon Tat Street, Singapore 069619
+65 6221 3703
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm & 6pm – 11pm
Sat: 6pm – 11pm
Closed on Sun

 

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What To Dabao From Telok Ayer

Bitters & Love​

Located Telok Ayer Street, Bitters & Love is a speciality cocktail bar run by a team filled with passion, love and personality for what they do. Serving up bar snacks and unique cocktails, this has got to be one of the busiest places at night around the area.

The Kaya Toast Cocktail ($25) is one of the rarest cocktails in Singapore and definitely something you should try once in your life, especially if you’re from Singapore or Malaysia.

Served with a kaya toast and kept chill in a kaya jar, this high-class kaya-infused cocktail will get you sipping jar after jar unknowingly throughout your entire meal. The earl grey taste might be a tad bit subtle, but overall, the cocktail was sweet, fragrant and familiarly satisfying.

118 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068587
+65 6438 1836
Wed to Sun: 12pm – 10.30pm
Closed on Mon & Tue

 

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WANTON Seng’s Noodle Bar​

Amoy Street might be an area well known for cafes and upscale eateries, but WANTON Seng’s Noodle Bar fits right in with its bold, modern take on the humble wonton mee.

Breathing new life into the original Seng’s Wanton Noodles found at Dunman Food Centre, WANTON Seng’s Noodle Bar prides itself on its Char Siu Noodle (S$8), a bowl that features slow-cooked pork belly in place of the standard hawker char siew. Beautifully glazed with a charred exterior, every bite of the pork belly exudes a unique smokiness that is more than just addictive.

Dishes at WANTON Seng’s Noodle Bar comes with free-flow broth and pork lard. For that added texture, be generous on yourself when it comes to these little nuggets of pork fats. I’m pretty sure they will add a lot more flavour and character to your noodles!

52 Amoy Street, Singapore 069878
+65 6221 1336
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm & 6pm – 10pm
Sat: 11.30am – 3pm & 6pm – 10pm
Closed on Sun

 

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Birds Of A Feather​

If you think Sichuan food is loud, boisterous and limited to the infamous flavour—mala, Birds Of A Feather will change your mind.

Explore beyond the traditional beloved Sichuan flavour profiles with the restaurant’s first tasting menu—Golden Sun Bird Menu, Redefining Sichuan (S$89, +S$60 with a wine pairing), a selection of dishes that promises a culinary awakening throughout your entire meal.

Here, your meal will start with It Begins With, two crusty slices of homemade pickled vegetable focaccia that takes on a rightfully Asian slant with its tangy and bright notes.

Thereafter, let your mind run wild with the ‘Yu Xiang’ Carabinero Prawn. Riding on a delightfully chewy polenta cake is a striking vermillion curl of Carabinero prawn and a swirl of ‘Yu Xiang’ sauce that is filled with as much flavour as there is with culture.

115 Amoy Street, #01-01, Singapore 069935
+65 9755 7115
Mon & Wed: 10.30am – 3pm & 5pm – 11pm
Tue: 10.30am – 3pm
Thu: 10.30am – 3pm & 5pm – 12am
Fri: 10.30am – 3pm & 4pm – 12am
Sat: 9am – 12am
Sun: 10.30am – 12am

 

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Porkypine​

Porkypine presents itself as a hole-in-the-wall joint with a singular focus on the famed Cubano—a sandwich loaded with generous shavings of mojo pork or ham, basted with a liberal amount of mustard and mayo.

The signature here is none other than the Cubano (S$18). Stacked neatly in the double-fermented Cuban buns are slices of mojo pork that has been lovingly slow-cooked for 24 hours resulting in a soft and tender protein that pairs perfectly with butter pickles, Emmental cheese and mustard.

From the toasted edges, the melty cheese, to the thick-cut shavings of pork and pickles, each element shines in its own right but waltzes together all at once. As you finish your Cubano, you will only have that one thing in mind as you lick your fingers clean; it is a darn good sandwich.

112 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068581
+65 8874 2606
Tue to Sat: 11am – 3pm & 5pm till late
Closed on Mon & Sun

 

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Restaurant Aisyah​

Built to bring the taste of authentic Xinjiang—the largest Muslim province in China— cuisine to diners in Singapore, Restaurant Aisyah is a modern Muslim Chinese eatery situated adjacent to Thian Hock Keng Temple.

While waiting for your mains to arrive, the Meat Dumplings in Spicy Sauce (S$12.80) makes for an excellent appetiser to kick start your meal over idle chatters. Freshly made daily, these dumplings are not only generously filled, they are also drenched in a fiery chilli oil that is numbingly spicy yet amazingly fragrant.

Restaurant Aisyah’s pièce de résistance has to be their Braised Mutton Noodles (S$10.80/S$13.80). Here, the broth carries a woody earthiness that is heaven-sent to those who love a healthy dose of subtle pungency. Crowning the top of the springy noodles are chunks of mutton chops that peels off the bone with ease. A lovingly tender bite that will surely leave you wanting more.

176 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068624
+65 9372 4321
Wed & Thu: 11.30am – 2.30pm & 5pm – 9pm
Fri to Sun: 11.30am – 9pm
Closed on Mon & Tue

 

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Royz et Vous​

As an 80s baby, I love my dose of classic 80s/ 90s pop and rock anthems, and a place that has a stellar playlist on loop is Royz et Vous.

What better dish is there to feast on while bobbing your head to ‘YMCA’ than a majestic slab of Beef Short Ribs (S$42.90)? Slathered with thick brown gravy, the ribs might look tough on the outside, but they are, in fact, amazingly juicy and tender. Overall, it is truly a dish that is a harmonious mixture of sweet, smoky, sour, and spicy.

The Kampung Buffalo Wings (S$16.90) and Fried Mushrooms (S$13.90) make for great bar bites for those of you who prefer a light snack to go with a glass of icy cold beer. Whilst the Fried Mushrooms are nothing much to sing praises about, the Kampung Buffalo Wings blew our minds with its spectacular Asian flavour reminiscent of traditional ayam masak merah gravy. Yummy, I would say.

137 Telok Ayer Street, #01-01, Singapore 068602
+65 6293 0270
Mon to Fri: 11am – 4pm & 5pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 4pm & 5pm – 10pm