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Finding your way around Bukit Timah or simply want to explore the ever-popular destination, we’ve narrowed it down for you. First off, the district has a happening dining scene servicing the local and expat communities, and not to forget the strong coffee culture.
Expat Choice subscribers visited these popular haunts to take a deep dive into what we foodies can expect in this bustling neighbourhood district.
Choupinette
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You don’t really need to head to Paris to enjoy one of their bistros. Choupinette has all the makings of a French cafe, serving impeccable cups of coffee and delicious croissants. They have an elaborate breakfast spread right from Eggs Benedict to Croque Monsieur as well as delicious sandwiches and salads. Feel free to plan dinner here as they’ve got a selection of wine and delicious food like Escargots, Pan-seared Pork with calvados sauce, potato gratin & seasonal vegetables and Quatre Fromage.
INFORMATION
a. 607 Bukit Timah Rd, #01-01 269708
s. www.facebook.com/pg/ChoupinetteCa
The Living Cafe
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Looking to eat healthily? Head to The Living Cafe for relishing raw, organic produce served in the form of amazing dishes. Relish delicious breakfast plates like Breakfast Burrito, Maple Toasted Granola Bowl and 6th Avenue Rosti. Come for a complete meal and binge on their Avocado Cucumber Gazpacho, Vietnamese Chicken Salad, Taco Boats and Spiced Chicken Burger. You can also sign up for yoga classes at Balanced Living and get started on your fitness routine.
INFORMATION
a. 779 Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 269758
s www.facebook.com/livingcafesg/
Atlas Coffeehouse
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Start your day right with a brilliant cup of coffee at Atlas Coffeehouse be it their Single Origin Coffee blend, Iced Coffee or specials like The Cosmos, The Milky Way and Matcha Warrior. We also love their Peppermint Hot Chocolate and this is the perfect season for it. Come here for a delicious brunch and savour delicious pancakes, eggs, waffles and plates like Summer French Toast made with a buttery vanilla brioche, fresh strawberries, strawberry coulis, butter & maple syrup. They also make a sumptuous Mushroom Bacon Carbonara and Honey Butter Tater Tots.
INFORMATION
a. 6 Duke's Rd, Singapore 268886
w. www.atlascoffeehouse.com.sg/
s. www.facebook.com/atlascoffeehouse/
Fat Belly
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Love a good steak? Come on over to Fat Belly, an Argentinean Steakhouse making delicious steaks using lesser-known meat cuts. The method they’ve adopted delivers on taste and we love pairing the charcoal grilled meats with their Bordelaise sauce or Horseradish Creme sauce and a side of Pomme Puree or Truffle Fries. You can start off by picking a wine from a wide selection along with Duck Rillettes, Fresh Italian Burrata or Charcuterie Board. Do order their Basque Burnt Cheesecake for dessert.
INFORMATION
a. Serene Centre, 10 Jalan Serene, #01-04 258748
s. www.facebook.com/fatbellysg/
Bar Bar Black Sheep
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One of the most happening bars in the neighbourhood, Bar Bar Black Sheep is your go-to place for drinks after work or for bringing in the weekend with countless rounds of tipples. They have their own craft ales amongst other beer labels and they are really good. No matter which of their tipples you pick, do go for their food because they’ve got delicious Indian delights and burgers. We love going for their Pub Platter with our tipples making sure we get a taste of their tasty Tandoori Shrimps, Pakoras, Chicken 65 and Pappadum.
INFORMATION
a. Cluny Court, 501 Bukit Timah Road, #01-05C 259760
s. www.facebook.com/barbarblacksheep
Al-Azhar Restaurant
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Speaking of Indian food, Al Azhar is the place to be if you want to tuck into a full-fledged desi meal. We love their Butter Chicken Masala, Chicken Palak, Mutton Pepper Fried and Prawn Masala for mains along with a Garlic Naan or two. Their Lamb Shank Briyani is what biryani dreams are made of and is a must try. Al Azhar also serves delicious Malay, Western and Thai food as well as numerous refreshing drinks to wash down all you ate.
INFORMATION
a. 11 Cheong Chin Nam Rd, Singapore 599736
s. www.facebook.com/AlAzharSG/
Carpenter and Cook
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This charming cafe at Bukit Timah makes its presence felt with its vintage furniture and home decor. Complementing the place perfectly, the bakes and confectionary out here is amazing. Relish their Ham and Cheese Croissant, Smoked Salmon & Avocado Sandwich and Nutella Hazelnut Roll as well as their sweet treats like Passionfruit Meringue Tart, Carpenter and Cook’s Tiramisu and their sinful Chocolate Chocolate Cake. You can also sit back and devour an entire meal out here by ordering delights like Croque Monsieur, White Bolognese Pasta and Crab Meat.
INFORMATION
a. 19 Lor Kilat, #01-06, Singapore 598120
s. www.facebook.com/carpenterandcook
Acqua e Farina
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One is crazy about desserts and the other, wouldn’t accept any savoury dish which is less than sumptuous; the meeting of co-owners of Acqua e Farina, Chef Roberto and Chef Antonio have given Bukit Timah an amazing Italian restaurant. Start off with some wine or spritz with their antipasti of cold cuts and fresh cheese. Then delve straight into a pizza, pasta or mains of your choice and we recommend their Pizza Acqua e Farina made with tomato, mozzarella, ricotta, salami and sauteed spinach. Mamma mia!
INFORMATION
a. 400 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 678050
s. www.facebook.com/acquaefarinasg/
Riders Cafe
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Get away from the hullabaloo of the city at least while you dine; Riders Cafe has picturesque views and a peaceful setting as it is located within the Bukit Timah Saddle Club. Apart from the company of the beautiful horses, we love having a hearty breakfast and coffee out here. Their dinner menu is packed with delicious dishes like Crispy Mixed Seafood with chili-lime aioli, Lump Crab Arrabiata and beer-battered Barramundi & Chips. Save some space for their Crepes Suzette which are flambéed with Grand Marnier and served with passionfruit coulis & coconut ice cream.
INFORMATION
a. 51 Fairways Dr, Singapore 286965
s. www.facebook.com/RidersCafe/
Bukit Timah Market & Food Centre
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For those who love eating on the go or simply can’t resist the wafting aroma from the hawker stalls, Bukit Timah Market & Food Centre has a lot to offer. Indulge in delicious local food like Hokkien Mee, Bee Hoon, Carrot Cake, Fried Beancurd Skin or a steaming hot bowl of Fish Soup. The place is quite tidy and has a well-maintained sitting area where you can bring over your choice of food from one of the stalls and relish it with your friends.
INFORMATION
a. 51 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 588215
Greenwood Fish Market and Bistro
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For lip-smacking seafood made with the freshest catch, head to Greenwood Fish Market. They offer a delicious plate of House Fish & Chips along with a refreshing calamansi vinaigrette salad as well as delights like Squid Ink Linguine, Hot Smoked Ocean Trout and Cold Smoked Salmon Pizza. They’ve also added 12 lip-smacking cocktails and the choicest of craft gins on their menu for you to pair with your fresh crustaceans. Indulge!
INFORMATION
s. www.facebook.com/greenwoodfishm
One Thing Coffee Kids Cafe
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Desserts and playtime are kids’ two favourite words and One Thing Coffee Kids Cafe in Bukit Timah caters to both these fancies. They’ve got an adorable, colourful play area with a slide, a ball pit and lots of toys to keep them occupied for hours together. Since they have Wi-Fi, you can sit back and put in a few hours of work while your kids play close by. Do treat yourself and them to the cafe’s much-famed Patbingsu.
INFORMATION
a. 170 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, #B2-17, Singapore 588179
s. www.instagram.com/ggotti.sg/
Vicky’s Cakes
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If indulgence had a name it would probably be called Vicky’s Cakes because no one can stop at just one of their many sweet treats. The cafe beckons to you with its homey vibes and delicious handmade cakes including their Signature Chocolate Fudge Cake, Dark Velvet, Banana Chocolate Fudge, Strawberry Forest and Mochalicious. Their cupcakes, tiramisu, lamingtons and Whoopie Pie are also equally good reasons to visit the cafe.
INFORMATION
a. 1 Jln Anak Bukit, #02-K47, Singapore 588996
w. www.vickycakes.com/cakes.html
s. www.facebook.com/VickysGroup/
Peperoni Pizza
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Enjoy pizzas made in a wood-fired oven and hearty bowls of pasta with a group of friends or family at Peperoni Pizza. If your group is cool with eating the same kind of pizza or even half-and-half go for their 21-inch XXL pizza size. They make a delicious Crispy Bacon & Potato White Pizza as well as Carbonara, Lasagna and Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni. While it’s always good to end an Italian meal with a Tiramisu or Sorbet, we would also recommend their Profiteroles with chocolate sauce & almond flakes.
INFORMATION
a. 6 Greenwood Ave, Singapore 289195
s. www.facebook.com/peperonipizzeria
Meat n’ Chill
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Serving delicious grilled meats, get ready to satiate all your meat cravings at Meat n’ Chill. Dig into their popular Original Pork Ribs which also come with a choice of spicy, honey mustard, hickory and bourbon. We also love munching on their SPAM Fries, Spicy Popcorn Chicken and Wings. Steak lovers are also going to love the choice of cuts here as well as the choice of fresh black truffle shavings, sauces like red wine, shallots & yolo sauce and delicious sides like buttered corn, mashed potatoes, chilli con carne and chilli cheese fries.
INFORMATION
a. 805 Bukit Timah Rd, #01-04 6th Avenue Centre, Singapore 279883
s. www.facebook.com/meatnchill/
Plain Vanilla Cluny Court
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One bite of the baked treats by Plain Vanilla and you’ll find your inner child smiling. Filling their piping bags with the best ingredients and a dash of nostalgia this bakery is simply amazing. Relish their Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Tart, Strawberry Custard Tart, Rosemary Butter Tea Cake, Salted Caramel Cupcake and Dark Chocolate Rum Brownie. You can also stop by before heading off to work to indulge in their baked treats and a cup of coffee or tea.
INFORMATION
a. 501 Bukit Timah Road #01-03A, Cluny Court, Singapore 259760
