Orh Gao Peh Gao (Botanic Gardens)

“Kaya Butter Toast Set (8/10). The toast was the highlight of the set. It was light, crisp and beautifully golden, hugging a thick cold slab of butter, and generous spead of coconutty custardy kaya. Each bite was so satisfying. We topped up for the set with soft-boiled eggs and kopi as part of the classic trinity, though these felt more like side actors, lacking fanfare. The eggs were a slightly watery and the kopi the kind you get in the hawker centre. We would have preferred the Robusta to be richer, smoother, and more intense. Pho Special (7/10). We enjoyed the combination of soft silky noodles, incredibly tender slices of beef chuck, dense (non-bouncy) meat balls, and the typical accompaniments. In a practical nod to Singaporean dining habits, knowing that most wouldn't enjoy or finish the vegetable basket (raw onions, herbs and beansprouts), these were added directly into the soup. The broth is lighter in flavour, lacking the savoury depth and fish sauce, which led us to dump the sauces into the broth for stronger flavours. The ordering process was slightly confusing, as the staff were extremely busy on a weekend morning and several other patrons also needed assistance with placing their orders. While there was a sign with ordering instructions tucked away in the corner of the shop, it was fairly easy to miss .”

“Had breakfast at about 9+am.. A small place but it was rather crowded on a raining day. They have outdoor seats but no one was there. Fortunately I managed to find a seat for one without waiting in air-conditioned area. Had kaya butter toast set. Kopi-C kosong was served first. Waited a while for eggs & toast that were served later. Kampung eggs were huge and cracked for you (instead of you having to crack open yourself) & coffee was decent. Kaya butter toast hit me with a sweet note from kaya and salty from the butter but hardly any pandan or coconut flavour. I found it overrated to rave about the kaya. Toasts were thin and crispy; similar to Ya Kun. It costed a damage of $7.09. Worth making a trip down? I would suggest you come when you happen to be around.”

“Super nice local singaporean cuisine! The staff are also super nice and they have both an inside and outside seating area. Portions are a tad bit small so maybe order 2 big bites and one small for 2 people! Food was really tasty as well albeit slightly pricey for the size! Try the local beer!”

“Decadent breakfast. Delicious beef cheek rendang nasi lemak ($15). Jammy and flavorful rendang, excellent coconut rice. I added on an extra egg for $1. Kopi is decent too ($2.70). Limited portions daily which is indicated in the app when ordering. Efficient and friendly service; indoor and pet-friendly outdoor seating. Returned to try the Kaya butter toast, chicken brempah nasi lemak and cheese & ham open toast. The Kaya is housemade and coconu-ty delicious (the color says it all).”