If there’s one meal that unites us all, it’s brunch. It’s the meal that lets you sleep in, and yet still lets you enjoy the beauty that is breakfast foods – at lunch time. Throw in the requisite champagne and free-flowing food, and it’s a weekend made. Here are some of the best brunch spots in the country to check out:
Open Door Policy
For those of you health junkies who’re looking for a cool, guilt-free brunch spot or casual dinner date place, here’s the place you should visit.
Nestled in the heart of Singapore’s hipster haven Tiong Bahru lies a neighbourhood bistro, Open Door Policy. It is by no means a new kid on the block but its recent menu revamp has got our vote for being the It place to check out now.
Our picks? The spicy chorizo poach egg and sweet potatoes and pumpkin hash. Yum.
Open Door Policy, 19 Yong Siak St, Singapore 168650, T: 6221-9307
Tablescape Restaurant and Bar
Brunch doesn’t necessarily have to be an escape from the city – sometimes, it can be an escape within one. To that end, there’s Tablescape in the third floor of Grand Park City Hall. The restaurant is decked out in neoclassical liveries, and works well as a serene getaway that’s just moments from the bustle of, well, Singapore. The menu remains achingly familiar to the restaurant’s heritage roots. The prelude to the meal includes four breads of the week, from an arsenal of fourteen. Thereafter, they’ve got a classically Italian gnocchi with broccoli, mussels and a bit of molecular gastronomia a la wasabi, anchovy and fish stock foam; an unctuously brunchy foie gras, balanced with a touch of blended daikon cream and preserved wild cherry; and a salad, dubbed the Botanic Garden. No points for guessing where it draws inspiration from – it’s a plant-forward kaleidoscope of colours that incorporates grilled aubergine mash and seasonal veggies, paired with a smoky Lapsang Souchong tea to further accentuate said grilling. Did we mention that there’s an option for a glamping picnic? The menu’s a little more small bites and easy dining – think chili crab mousse or foie gras terrine on brioche – though we’re told it’s possible to secure a similar al fresco roof experience with the a la carte menu as long as one hits the minimum spending of $88.
Level 3, Grand Park City Hall. Tel: 6432-5566.
Opus Restaurant
It isn’t hard to see why Opus Restaurant runs a full house for Sunday brunch. Tyrophiles have long praised the establishment’s impressive cheese room – stocked with Europe’s finest and lesser-known artisanal gems – but there’s plenty more that beckons. The seafood bar brims with fresh Maine lobsters, Alaskan king crab, and freshly shucked oysters from Canada, Ireland, and France – the perfect accompaniment to the unlimited flow of Taittinger Champagne served throughout. At Opus, premium produce takes centre stage. Consider the Australian Wagyu beef slow-roasted for 14-hours until fork tender, or the handmade king crab ravioli topped with shellfish espuma and giant ikura. For the ultimate in comfort food, call for the donburi, which sees Japanese rice topped with Wagyu short rib, foie gras, an onsen egg, and freshly shaved truffles. Balance the decadence with a Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern salad bar offering the likes of taboulleh, avocado and pomegranate, and juicy heirloom tomatoes paired with buffalo mozzarella. The famed Hilton cheesecake makes its appearance in the dessert spread, arguably shadowed by a Smores bar featuring grilled marshmallows loaded with your choice of toppings, a DIY popsicle stand, and a slew of handcrafted mignardises crafted by the creative pastry team.
Opus Restaurant’s Sunday Champagne Brunch is served from 12pm – 3pm at Hilton Singapore. For more details, click here. Opus Restaurant. Lobby Level, Hilton Singapore. 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883. Tel: 6730-3390.
Tono Cevicheria
Tono Cevicheria might fly the Peruvian flag high during the week, but when the weekend rolls around, the kitchen tunes its focus to the diverse cuisines of Latin America. With Mexican chef Tamara Chavez Lopez helming the kitchen, it’s no surprise that Mexico is well represented with the quintessential Mexican Taco. Here, the bright flavours of coriander cuts through the rich flavours of tender beef chunks, with panca chilli lending a a gentle, smoky heat. For a taste of Venezuela, call for the Venezuelan Arepas, with dense discs of corn bread holding shredded chicken coated with mayonnaise and guacamole. A fiery housemade habanero sauce accompanies this dish, balancing the creamy richness of sauces in the arepa. A heartier offering from Venezuela can be had by way of the Pabellon Criollo, featuring a classic beef stew with black beans, garlic rice, and a sweet fried plantain. Tono’s signature Arroz Con Mariscos – a mainstay since the restaurant’s very first menu – is available too, and this delicious seafood rice features plump grains full of flavours from the sea, amped up with smoky panca chill and fruity yellow Chilean peppers. For dessert, call for the Tres Leches, a towering square of moist coconut cake topped with shaved coconut and an acidic touch of passion fruit compote.
Tono Cevicheria’s Latin American brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays. #01-49/50 Duo Galleria, 7 Fraser Street, Singapore 189356. Tel: 6702-7320
Tono Cevicheria
Tono Cevicheria might fly the Peruvian flag high during the week, but when the weekend rolls around, the kitchen tunes its focus to the diverse cuisines of Latin America. With Mexican chef Tamara Chavez Lopez helming the kitchen, it’s no surprise that Mexico is well represented with the quintessential Mexican Taco. Here, the bright flavours of coriander cuts through the rich flavours of tender beef chunks, with panca chilli lending a a gentle, smoky heat. For a taste of Venezuela, call for the Venezuelan Arepas, with dense discs of corn bread holding shredded chicken coated with mayonnaise and guacamole. A fiery housemade habanero sauce accompanies this dish, balancing the creamy richness of sauces in the arepa. A heartier offering from Venezuela can be had by way of the Pabellon Criollo, featuring a classic beef stew with black beans, garlic rice, and a sweet fried plantain. Tono’s signature Arroz Con Mariscos – a mainstay since the restaurant’s very first menu – is available too, and this delicious seafood rice features plump grains full of flavours from the sea, amped up with smoky panca chill and fruity yellow Chilean peppers. For dessert, call for the Tres Leches, a towering square of moist coconut cake topped with shaved coconut and an acidic touch of passion fruit compote.
Tono Cevicheria’s Latin American brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays. #01-49/50 Duo Galleria, 7 Fraser Street, Singapore 189356. Tel: 6702-7320
PS.Cafe Ann Siang Hill
Backed with a 20-year history, PS.Cafe is arguably one of the oldest cafes in Singapore and one that has perfected the culinary art of weekend brunch to a tee. While the homegrown café is known for its generous portions, the Ann Siang Hill outlet has shrunk the serving sizes on its new weekend brunch menu so that diners can go big on variety. And what a feast it is. There’re grilled cheese toasties sided with a comforting bowl of smokey tomato soup; and a souped up nicoise salad that swaps tuna for salmon. Middle-Eastern touches show in the seared sirloin brochette brightened with sumac and dukkah, as well as harissa-marinated chicken sided with a tangy charred tomato salsa. For dessert, call for the French toast served with grilled banana, walnuts, and maple butter dip. Make it a boozy brunch by topping up $60 to enjoy a two-hour liquid buffet of cocktails, wine, prosecco, and beer.
Available at PS.Cafe Ann Siang Hill #02-02, 45 Ann Siang Road.
Skai
There are no lack of restaurants in Singapore serving up weekend brunch, but few can rival the sweeping views afforded by Skai. Perched on the 70th floor of Swissotel The Stamford, the light-filled space mirroring the elegant weekend home of a Kinfolk-loving couple lets diners make the most of the views by bringing the buffet to the table. Here, a compact menu of hot and cold plates sees chef Paul Hallett cleverly working Asian touches into dishes that go beyond typical brunch fare. There’s yellow fin tuna lifted with a heady hit of ginger, while a hearty slab of caramelised pork belly is paired with eggplant and umami-rich miso. You’ll also find elevated takes on brunch plates, as evidenced by the eggs (organic, of course) and sourdough toast topped with wild mushrooms and black truffles, as well as charcoal waffles heaving under the weight of lump crab seasoned with bright Thai spices. Certainly save space for the expertly crafted desserts created by Chef Chong Koo Jee, the 29-year-old winner of the Singapore Pastry Cup 2018.
For more details, click here. Skai. Level 70, Swissôtel The Stamford, Singapore 178882, Tel: 6837-3322
Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari
Known for their hand-made buttery croissants, the name Tiong Bahru Bakery is sure to ring familiar to most. Its fifth bakery sets up camp in Dempsey – quite literally. Housed in a safari-style tent decked out with vintage decor and colourful rugs, in the midst of a lush garden, Tiong Bahru Bakery definitely brings the outdoors in. The tent is both air-conditioned as well as rainproof, so one need not worry about the unpredictable weather conditions.
In support of the ‘Grow Your Own Food’ movement, the bakery has also introduced three power breakfast jars; tuck into jars full of healthy ingredients (some of which come straight from their own garden) like fruits, muesli, and rolled oats – a great option for those who want a lighter meal. We recommend the breakfast jar with apples, birscher muesli, and rojak flowers. Those who enjoy more local flavours can opt for the papaya and turmeric on a bed of coconut milk and sago. Sip on freshly-brewed lattes (flavours exclusive to this outlet include the dairy-free turmeric and ginger latte, as well as the beetroot and ginger latte) as you munch on warm pastries such as the mushroom and brie cheese croissant, and squid ink bun with smoked salmon slider.
Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari, 130E Minden Road, Singapore 248819, Tel: 6877-4876
Wakey Wakey
Situated on the ground level of a stylish residential building, this cafe takes on a spacious and contemporary concept. With a monochromatic colour palette, complemented by soft pastel seats and cushions, Wakey Wakey is a go-to for the aesthetic seekers. Boasting a unique menu (think chili soft shell crab with wobbly eggs and brioche, greek yoghurt with fruits and honey granola, and scrumptious buttermilk waffles) alongside filter coffees and chakra blend espresso, this place is well worth the visit.
Wakey Wakey, 302 Beach Road #01-04/05 Concourse Skyline, Singapore 199600, Tel: 6291-0227
Ash & Elm
On Sundays, the InterContinental Singapore’s European restaurant pulls out all the stops for a two-and-a-half-hour long champagne brunch. It might be tempting to fill up on the house-cured charcuterie, fresh seafood on ice, caviar spread, and excellent flatbreads baked in a wood-fired oven, but save space for the rotating selection of a la carte dishes served in tasting portions. Perfect for accompanying your bottomless glass of Taittinger brut champagne.
Ash & Elm, InterContinental Singapore Level 1, 80 Middle Road, Singapore 188966, Tel: 6338-7600
Birdy’s Kitchen & Bar
Branding itself as a neighbourhood kitchen and bar, this Upper Thomson cafe serves up more than your regular cafe fare. Not only does Birdy’s serve up breakfast, lunch and dinner, it also features an extensive list of booze, from coolers and cider to craft beers and wines. Some highlights of their menu include the breakfast sanga (which has bacon, egg, emmental cheese and beetroot pickles, accompanied by brioche), a classic rendition of eggs on toast (scrambled, fried or poached to fluffy perfection) and for those embracing a healthier lifestyle, overnight oats(rolled oats with chia seeds, soy, pistachios, banana and blueberry compote).
Birdy’s Kitchen & Bar, 215F Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574349.
Firebake
Firebake has built a steady following of eastsiders who come for their sourdough breads, baked fresh from the full-scale wood-fired bread oven. Slip on your flip flops, bermudas and sunnies and mingle with them at the counter seats, or grab a table by the side-walk (the place gets crowded by lunch time). Specific brunch items include hearty baked eggs with mushrooms and grilled bacon, and poached egg and avocado on toast with dukkah and feta. Substantial creations to tuck into include grilled veggie and mushroom sandwich with the mustardy kasundi and melted brie, as well as the grilled steak sandwich with burnt onions and spicy harissa. Wash these down with a shot of Jimmy Monkey Espresso Blend or a chilled Nitro-Coffee. If that’s not enough, there are breakfast options too such as the breakfast set of charcoal-grilled woodfired sourdough milk bun with butter, two half-boiled eggs and kopi or tea for just $4.50. For an extra $1, you can have a serving of homemade Hainanese kaya. If you’re still peckish (although we doubt so), go for Firebake’s new daily bakes of Cheesymites (buns with richly flavoured cheese and Vegemite).
Firebake, 237 East Coast Road, Level 1, 428930, Tel: 9784-2950 / 6440-1228
Wild Honey
Tucked away in a corner of Mandarin Gallery’s third level, Wild Honey is the go-to for those seeking an all-day breakfast. A cosy yet elegant ambience is to be expected when stepping into the cafe. Furnished with plush couches and warm lighting, it makes an ideal location for a relaxed meal and chat.
Vegan as well as gluten-free options are available, along with mouthwatering signature dishes. Think brioche (a signature at Wild Honey) french toast stuffed with grilled mango, egg white omelettes with Persian feta and sourdough and – a heavier alternative – prosciutto-wrapped poached eggs on brioche bread, topped with Hollandaise sauce.
Wild Honey, 333A Orchard Rd, Mandarin Gallery #03-01/02, Singapore 238897, Tel: 6235-3900
PS.Cafe
From 11.30am on weekdays and from 9.30am on weekends, guests can indulge in a selection of hearty brunch favourites such as salmon royale benedict with poached eggs, gravlax, avocado and hollandaise on focaccia or PS. fluffy pancakes with homemade banana jam, blueberries, passionfruit curd and fresh cream – what’s not to love?
PS.Cafe, One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Road, #02-03B/04, 049213, T: 8812-3198
The Providore
Here’s another place serving up vegan options. Providore is situated in Mandarin Gallery, making it an ideal spot for those who live around town. It boasts a famous brunch menu with offerings such as ricotta pancakes topped with caramelised banana and candied walnuts, smashed avocado on toast with poached egg and sheep’s feta on the side, and even lighter options such as organic muesli drizzled with cinnamon honey.
The Providore, 333A Orchard Rd, Mandarin Gallery #02-05, Singapore 238897, Tel: 6732-1565
Jones the Grocer
If you’re looking for a quality gourmet meal, there’s the place to go. Located at Dempsey Hill, Jones the Grocer is a restaurant and grocery store in one. On the menu are brunch staples such as English breakfast, avocado on toast and bacon and eggs. They also serve up acai bowls for those looking for healthy options.
Jones the Grocer, 9D Dempsey Rd, Singapore 247697, Tel: 6476-1518
Oriole Coffee and Bar
Have your brunch alongside a cup of freshly roasted coffee at Oriole Coffee and Bar. It boasts hearty coffee and a sizeable variety of brunch options (including vegan and gluten free ones). For the health conscious, it serves up dishes such as homemade bircher muesli and oatmeal topped with wild berries. For those who like it simple, yet comforting, we recommend trying the classic grilled truffle cheese sandwich, stuffed with emmental, smoked cheddar and of course, truffle cheese.
Oriole Coffee and Bar, 96 Somerset Road, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, #01-01, Singapore 238163, Tel: 6238-8348
The Summerhouse
This farm-to-table dining concept offers breathtaking views of nature as it is tucked away in the idyllic Seletar countryside. It has also just recently launched its new weekend brunch menu, which is worth getting excited about.
Bask in the convivial ambience and indulge in the yummy updated menu, which features signature items such as eggs benedict modernist (an innovative take on the classic egg benedict, featuring fried egg yolk, egg white bacon custard, black forest ham, chive hollandaise and toasted brioche), pulled pork scrambled eggs burger and French toast served with seasonal fruits and raspberry yuzu sorbet.
The Summerhouse, 3 Park Lane, 798387, Tel: 6262-1063
Adrift by David Myers
Two-year-old Adrift is led by celebrated chef David Myers who believes in using cutting-edge flavour combinations (read: Japanese ingredients are paired with Southeast Asian spices and Californian techniques). And yes, the restaurant isn’t just about dinner or supper menus, it too has a dedicated brunch menu for all brunch aficionados out there.
From buttermilk biscuits and apple cakes to an impressive seafood platter, which contains king prawns, chilled spider crabs and Pacific oysters, this is a luxe brunch not to be missed.
Adrift by David Myers,10 Bayfront Avenue, Hotel Lobby Tower 2, Marina Bay Sands, 018956, Tel: 6688-5657
Como Cuisine
Como Cuisine has revamped its menu, and this one is a doozy. It’s not just superfood shakes and ancient grain bowls now, as they’ve embraced some of the favourites from the different Como properties all around the world to curate a list of hearty dishes that still manages to be nourishing – for both body and soul. For brunch, there’s the option of a cocoa waffle, served alongside fruits, vanilla ice cream, and coffee-maple syrup. The savouries are particularly indulgent too, with buttermilk fried chicken with spicy watermelon; and a truffled-up croque madame made with brioche, parma ham, free-range eggs, and bechamel.
Como Cuisine, 18A Dempsey Road. Tel: 1800-304-6688
Open Farm Community
With a 35,000 square feet area that includes its own urban farm, Open Farm Community (OFC) entices with both its farm-fresh dishes and plethora of activities. There is something for everyone – activity-driven guests can spend Sunday mornings at its big outdoor recreation space or participating in a family-friendly farming workshop, while others can opt to relax indoors with OFC’s weekend-only brunch.
Open Farm Community, 130E Minden Road, 248819, Tel: 6471-0306
The Glasshouse Specialty Coffee and Toast Bar
In search of some respite from the hustle and bustle of the CBD area? Then you should definitely head to The Glasshouse Specialty Coffee and Toast Bar, which was recently opened last year.
This idyllic cafe features some of the most Instagram-worthy spots around and comes with floor-to-ceiling glass windows (which of course, provides amazing natural lighting) and is peppered with plant pots. The must-have at this cafe? Its avocado toast.
The Glasshouse Specialty Coffee and Toast Bar, 30 Victoria St, Chijmes #01-03, 187996, T: 9793-0234
Fat Prince
Following its recent renovation and menu revamp just October last year, Fat Prince releases its new Royal Brunch menu. Bringing its contemporary Middle Eastern flair to your lazy Saturday afternoons, Fat Prince combines cozy, plush décor with its unique take on classic brunch fare. Sip on the Morning Star koktail in A.M, a bright mix of aperol, Prosecco, grapefruit and ginger beer before tucking into a delightfully smoky cashew hummus topped with paprika and roasted cashew gremolata. Other tasty options include cured salmon crudo, sprinkled with dukkah, apple cubes and fresh dill; and lamb meatballs on a bed of rocket and chermoula. To make sure you leave full (I didn’t say fat), you then have a selection of mains: we recommend the Menemen – pit-roasted lamb and runny eggs baked in a tomato sauce and adorned with charred pearl onion and labneh. The best part? It comes with fluffy pita to soak it all up. Another main worth trying out is their spiced berry French toast. House-made brioche, caramelised banana and lemon sorbet – what’s not to like? The brunch goes for $49; although there is an option of free-flow beverages like Prosecco and the Morning Star koktail for $59 from 12pm-2pm.
Fat Prince, 48 Peck Seah Street, 079317, Tel: 6221-7794
The Garage – Botanico
This bistronomy concept at the Botanic Gardens beckons with a unique brunch menu that goes beyond the usual eggs benedict and avocado toast. For a relaxing weekend meal, head to The Garage’s newly revamped Botanico and dine amid lush greenery. If it’s too warm or wet, get a table indoors. Otherwise, stretch out at the outdoor terrace. The new menu melds modern European cuisine and Asian influences. Some interesting small plates from the Petit Brunch Favourites menu include Iberico ‘Chee Cheong Fun’. This is a modern spin on the classic rice roll – cannelloni is stuffed with barbecued pork belly, glazed with ginger soy and served with pickled cucumber. There’s also scrambled eggs served on sourdough with Serrano ham cooked in brown butter; and duck potato hash – potatoes sauteed with duck fat, garlic and rosemary, are partnered with honey smoked duck and a sunny side up. If you need a carb-fix, aim for the pastas and pizzas. Botanico also offers a four-course set brunch menu at $60 per person (for minimum two person). .
The Garage – Botanico, 50 Cluny Park Road, 257488, T: 9831-1106
SPRMRKT Kitchen & Bar
Starting this weekend, SPRMRKT Kitchen & Bar at STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery will be serving its brunch menu on Saturday and Sunday. Playing up to its name SPRMRKT (an abbreviated, stylised version of supermarket), patrons can shop at the artisanal retail spot attached to sister bistro SPRMRKT Daily for local products and fresh produce, after feasting on brunch-exclusives Huevos Tostados and 5-grain Florentine.
SPRMRKT Kitchen & Bar, #02-01, STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery, 41 Robertson Quay #02-01, Tel: 9736-4170
Ginett Restaurant and Wine Bar
This newly-opened bistro-style restaurant and wine bar is a great spot for hearty European fare. The interior is uber chic, with high ceilings and swanky décor adorned with hanging wine glasses. Big groups can opt for the one-metre board featuring cheeses, cold cuts and pate. If you’re bringing the young ones out, they will love the cosy mirrored booths in the mezzanine area – and good ol’ classics like mac & cheese. And most importantly, wine lovers will delight at the all-day happy hour prices. With an affordable list of 70 French wines and prices starting at just $6++ per glass and $30++ by the bottle, you will be spoilt for choice. Weekend brunch is served till 4pm, so even late-risers can get in a much-needed brunch fix.
Ginett Restaurant and Wine Bar, 200 Middle Road, 188980, T: 6809-7989
Art Restaurant
Like a little buzz on a lazy Sunday? A meal at Aura in the National Gallery draws a healthy crowd of patrons to keep the place slightly noisy, but not overly so. Enjoy Italian classics such as handmade pastas and a myriad of salads, paired with drinks from Aura’s long wine list, all with a bird’s eye view of the city skyline.
Aura, #06-02, National Gallery Singapore, 178957, Tel: 6866-1977
Publico Ristorante
Those on a low-carb, gluten-free, or vegan diet will find tasty options in Publico Ristorante’s updated brunch menu, christened Isola (meaning island). Highlights from the menu include Avocado Smash (burrata and spicy avocado) and the Vegeteriano (braised zucchini, quinoa, passata). Heartier options include the Ricotta Bruschetta (sautéed zucchini, chilli and bottarga) or the new Chorizo Pizza (homemade tomato sauce, fresh burrata, smoked olives, chorizo, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano) – to sate those with more carnivorous leanings. This snazzy restaurant, or should we say, ristorante, offers the perfect environment for a relaxed brunch with family and friends. Parked along the riverside at Robertson Quay, it is a breezy al fresco spot to socialise over contemporary Italian cuisine.
Publico Ristorante, 1 Nanson Rd, Singapore 238909, Tel: 6826-5040
Merci Marcel
This hipster, Parisian-style lifestyle cafe is tucked away in the creative enclave of Tiong Bahru and presents customers a tranquil escape from the bustling city crowd.
The cafe’s extensive menu echo its ethos of using only the finest ingredients, where pastries are made with 100 per cent French butter and baked fresh daily.
For brunch, opt for the smoked salmon burger (S$21++), which comes with a side of salad. But if you’ve got a sweet tooth, then we suggest you try the French toasts brioche (S$17++), drizzled with honey and topped with summer berries.
Merci Marcel, 56 Eng Hoon St, #01-68, 160056, Tel: 6224-0113
The Disgruntled Chef
A small plate-big plate sharing concept means visits to The Disgruntled Chef should be done as a group. A wide selection of small plates like the crispy lamb shortribs and truffle macaroni and cheese would be ideal for starting out, but don’t forget to move to the big plates, which include cracking suckling pig and braised veal cheeks after.
The Disgruntled Chef, 26B Dempsey Road, 247693, T: 6476-5305
Porta
If plush cushions, modern European cuisine and inclusive dining are your thing, Porta is for you. That and it has all-day brunch as well – what’s not to like? The usual suspects like eggs benedict, smoked salmon on toast and the much-maligned avocado toast all appear on Porta’s brunch menu if you want something comfortingly familiar. Else, try something different: the gourmet pork sausage roll comes with a piquant jalapeno salsa, mesclun greens and fries; but the real star is the succulent sausage that poses a real threat to your chin (if not your shirt) on a buttered, fluffy roll that you’ll be dreaming of till your next visit.
Porta. Level 1, Park Hotel Clark Quay. Tel: 6593-8855
Neon Pigeon
Mod-urban izakaya Neon Pigeon celebrates its relaunch with a slew of exciting, contemporary takes on old favourites for its new brunch menu, courtesy of head chef Paul Lim. After all, laidback brunches don’t have to mean boring – especially if you’re spending a lazy Saturday afternoon in a graffiti-clad izakaya that models itself on the grittiest bits of Tokyo and New York. Expect reimagined classics like the Birdfeed Benedict, which swaps out ham or smoked salmon for unagi atop a shard of crisp toast, generously drizzled with yuzu hollandaise, or an elevated take on diner-staple steak and eggs, now with wagyu. Those fond of superfoods (or dessert for breakfast) will enjoy a matcha and chia seed pudding, layered with miso granola and berry jam. Naturally, there’s an optional add-on for unlimited wines, lagers, and cocktails.
#01-01, 36 Carpenter Street. Tel: 6222-3623.
Strangers’ Reunion
Brunch doesn’t always have to be sinful, leaving you bloated and sluggish in the middle of your precious weekend. Strangers’ Reunion, a veteran in the cafe scene, revamped its menu to provide diners with healthier alternatives to their favourite brunch picks. Chow down on the tasty Strangers Smoked Salmon, a 120g fillet smoked in-house with mesquite wood chips served with poached eggs and a pairing of sweet hazelnut béarnaise sauce. Chunks of feta cheese balance out the sweet with a savoury tang, and crumbled walnuts add a bit of crunch that will have you cleaning the plate. Or opt for the lighter yet nutrient-dense Coconut Chia Pudding. The chia seeds are soaked overnight in coconut milk, and prepared upon order, with toppings of coconut shavings, fresh fruit and roasted almonds.
Open 9am – 6pm daily. Strangers’ Reunion, 33/35 Kampong Bahru Road, 169356, Tel: 6222-4869
Culina
For a relaxing, no frills meal on the weekend, head to Culina Bistro at the lush Dempsey area. The new menu here includes a range of well-executed dishes including ultra-tender Maori Lakes lamb chops with rosemary jus, pillowy potato gnocchi, garden peas and spinach. Worth trying too are the pan-fried crab cakes with heirloom tomatoes and avocadoes, or the boldly flavoured saffron risotto topped with sweet, succulent Scottish scampi and fennel. Round off your meal with sticky toffee pudding, pear and vanilla ice cream, laced with luscious butterscotch sauce.
Fynn’s Restaurant
Who doesn’t love a bright and cheery Aussie-style brunch? At modern Australian eatery Fynn’s, you can have your fill of fluffy vanilla hot cakes with coconut butter and berry compote or corn fritters perked up with piquant jalapeño jam. The golden discs are accompanied by poached eggs, bacon, sautéed spinach, and grilled tomatoes. Alternatively, go all out with Fynn’s breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, asparagus, vine tomatoes, mushrooms and baked beans, served with home-baked sourdough. For a lighter touch, order the chia seed pudding with pineapple, granola and a touch of gula Melaka. A cup of flat white by Common Man will complete your meal nicely.
Fynn’s Restaurant, 26 Beach Road #B1-21, 189768, T: 6384-1878
Bread Street Kitchen
For a heavier brunch, indulge in hearty British fare at celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen. Featuring well-known English dishes such as eggs benedict during its weekend brunch and sizeable signatures like the Dingley Dell Pork Belly for dinner, Sunday meals would be well spent at this waterfront establishment with a stunning view of the promenade.
Bread Street Kitchen, #01-81 (Bay Level), The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 018956, T: 6688-5665
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