FOOD PLACES TO VISIT IN NOVENA

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Are you looking for a property? Whether it is for own stay or for investment purpose, property in the central business district such as Orchard can be really unaffordable, especially to young working adults. Perhaps young working adults can look into a quieter district such as Novena. It is less busy and more of a residential area as well. There are also many condominiums in Novena for sale. Although being a quieter area, Novena has a lot to offer. This article will guide you through some food places to visit in Novena.

           1. Tomi Sushi

Tomi Sushi first opened at Niigata in 1954 and eventually expanded out of Japan in 2010 to Singapore, being the first stop. Tomi Sushi is definitely a great place for sashimi lover. Your taste bud will be swimming in joy with the thickly sliced and fresh sashimi. Tomi Sushi offers a variety of food, such as Wafu steak, grilled items and Japanee noodles. If you are feeling adventurous, do try their Ankimo, which is a liver of a monkfish.

           2. La Ristrettos Cafe

It takes some time to locate La Ristrettos Café as it is actually located at the 8^th floor in Novena Medical Centre, but it is definitely worth the time as you get to enjoy a cup of coffee away from the bustling city. La Ristrettos café serves all day breakfast and a selection of pastas at affordable price. You can also get a view of the garden from the café if you seating in door. If not, you can always opt to sit outdoor if you do not mind the heat in sunny Singapore.

          3. Craftsmen Specialty Coffee

Craftsmen Specialty Coffee in Novena is a hit among the working class during lunch hours. They have a wide array of menu that includes all day breakfast. Craftsmen Specialty Coffee is well known for their breakfast and amazing coffee. The menu consists of mainly all day breakfast and brunch items. Do try on their waffles as well as they offer both sweet and savoury waffles.

           4. Once Upon a Thyme

Once Upon a Thyme is well known for their battered fish aglio olio. The battered fish is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and served with the aglio olio that is tossed with mushroom, garlic, chilli and homemade coriander dip. You should also try on their all-thyme favourites if you happen to visit.

Be prepared to wait around 10 minutes for your food to be served as the pasta is made to order.

           5. Pig’s Fly Kitchen and Bar

Pig’s Fly Kitchen and Bar is a place that serves 6 specialty stalls, consisting of the Western, British, Italian, Japanese, Thai and Indian along with a bar full of more than 50 artisanal beers from all over the world.

Pig’s Fly Kitchen and Bar is definitely the right place for hangout over beer with a group of friends.

           6. Ramen Monster

Ramen Monster is founded by Yeo Kian Tiong, who is a ramen lover. The ramen in Ramen Monster is affordable, with prices ranging from $15 to $25.

Due to the reasonably priced ramen at Ramen Monster, the restaurant can be busy, especially during lunch hours.

           7. The Clueless Goat

The Clueless Goat is one of the cafes that charges no GST and service charge in Singapore. The coffee beans used in The Clueless Goat are from Common Man Coffee. Great news to those who love coffee. The menu includes all day brunch, The Goat’s Sandwiches, salads and sides, waffles and drinks. Food served here are affordable as the prices are lower than many other cafes that serve similar food.

           8. Katong Laksa

The highly raved Katong Laksa by the avid Laksa lovers out there. Only simple ingredients such as rice noodle, hearty browth and sambal are used to produce amazing bowls of Laksa. The gravy is homewade with their own recipe of spices used. It is well balanced out by the coconut milk, evaporated milk and chilli. Do not get deceived by its simple looking bowl, this bowl of Laksa contains the freshest ingredient with amazing broth over the noodles. The Laksa noodles are cut into shorter length for easier consumption. 

This hearty bowl of Laksa is definitely a great comfort food especially during cold rainy days.

          9. Ah Chew Dessert

Ah Chew Dessert has always been one of the top choices for dessert place among the Singaporeans. They have an extensive menu where you will be spoilt for choice. In addition, Ah Chew Dessert is also a great place for durian lovers as they serve several durian desserts, such as durian sago, durian pomelo mango sago ando so on. Rest assured that the durians and mango used are all fresh. Do try their version of steamed milk if you like the one from Yee Shun Milk Company in Hong Kong.

In conclusion, Novena has more than what you can imagine when it comes to food choices. You will definitely be spoilt for choices. 

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