Based on a recent research finding, it concludes that Singaporeans are consuming well below the recommended serving of vegetables in our diet.

Those pathetic slices of cucumber with our chicken rice? Definitely not enough. Yet while vegetarian and vegan cuisines are growing in popularity, the general mindset towards our leafy greens are still “Huh? No meat? No thanks.”

We hope that with this list of casual vegetarian eateries in Singapore that won’t have your wallet take a beating, we could change your mind about meatless cuisine—however feeble the attempt you may think it is.

Photo Credit: Rachel Loke

EIGHT TREASURES VEGETARIAN

Located along South Bridge Road, 8 Treatures serves up some of the most tantalising collection of Chinese cuisines, suitable for family, large groups and more. Its extensive menu caters to every palate, and the food is so mouth-watering and imaginative that you wouldn’t even remember you original craving for meat.

282 South Bridge Road
Singapore 058831
Mon to Fr: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

Photo Credit: Fill-a-Pita

FILL-A-PITA

Not only is Fill-a-Pita vegetarian, but they are also Halal too! Serving up fresh and healthy Egyptian-style Middle Eastern food such as hummus and falafel without the usual high price tags. It’s also good to know that they are free from eggs, dairy products as well as onions and garlic.

3 Pickering Street
Nankin Street
#01-29 China Square Central
Singapore 048660
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 5.30pm

GREENDOT

With the motto “Eat Green, Feel Good”, the people behind GreenDot are strong believers of eating green to stay healthy. In order to cater to their customer’s nutritional needs, they have teamed up with a group of nutritionists to serve food that contains only the most beneficial ingredients, and there is no added MSG.

#02-K2/K3/K4 NEX
23 Serangoon Central
Singapore 556083
Daily: 11pm – 10am
Nearest Station: Serangoon

HRVST

While meat dishes are, notably, much more popular than plant-based cuisine, HRVST seeks to challenge the notion through the clever use of vegetables to create flavours that taste as good, if not even better than the real thing. It’s also worth pointing out that they have gluten and allium-free options available to cater to a wider range of dietary needs.

6A Shenton Way
#05-01OUE Downtown Gallery
Singapore 068815
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Sat: 11am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: Siyan Lin

NATURE CAFE

A casual dining place, it offers a delightful dining experience with a plethora of Asian, Western and Local classics to choose from. Using only the freshest and most delicious ingredients without any MSG, garlic, onion and wine, and served in large generous portions, you’d be happy to be a vegetarian for life.

No 3 Temasek Boulevard
#B1-148 Suntec City Mall North Wing
Singapore 038983
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

ORIGINAL SIN MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT

Tantalise your taste buds with a selection of Mediterranean, Greek, Italian and Middle Eastern dishes cooked to perfection here at Original Sin Mediterranean Restaurant. Opened since 1997, each item on the menu is carefully fashioned with the best of ingredients that has its dedicated clientele coming back for more.

43 Jalan Merah Saga
#01-62 Holland Village Chip Bee Gardens
Singapore 278115
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

Photo Credit: Saute San

SAUTE SAN

Born out of their love for the earth, they specialise in earth-based cuisines and dessert that’s crafted from natural ingredients. Not only are they nutritious, natural and wholesome, but they’re also absolutely delicious too. Regardless of your lifestyle, there’s definitely something for everyone.

180 Kitchener Road
City Square Mall #03-23/24
Singapore 208539
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

WELL DRESSED SALAD BAR

Under the same owners as 8 Treasures Vegetarian, Well Dressed Salad Bar’s motto of “Meatless doesn’t mean tasteless” shines through in their cafe style servings – salads, sides and desserts, so much so that you really won’t miss the meat at all. From pulled jackfruits, fudgy chocolate brownies, spiced beans and vegetarian ham topped with scrambled tofu and creamy guacamole, there’s not much else that you can ask for.

282 South Bridge Road
Singapore 058831
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

WHOLE EARTH SG

If you’re bored of the usual Asian-Western mix of vegetarian food, here Whole Earth SG offers some of the best Peranakan and Thai Cuisine in Singapore. Using cooking techniques from Thailand and Southeast Asia, the restaurant serves rather unique-tasting dishes, as well as the more comforting Penang Rendang and Nonya Curry.

76 Peck Seah Street
Singapore 079331
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: Yuan Vegetarian Bistro

YUAN VEGETARIAN BISTRO

Not all your favourite local delights have to be considered unhealthy! From the classics such as laksa, kuay chap or even a double cheeseburger, Yuan Vegetarian Bistro shows that dishes that lack meat certainly don’t have to lack flavour. The specials menu is ever-changing, meaning there’s always something new to look forward to.

2 Kallang Ave
CT Hub #01-07/14
Singapore 339407
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Sat: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Bendemeer

Determined to serve customers hearty Thai dishes just the way they should be but in a modern setting, OchaFresh Thai is a no-frills Thai eatery that dishes out healthy Thai food without the use of MSG.

This 10-week-old establishment features a cosy yet modern dining experience, serving quality Thai cuisine at affordable prices.

We managed to speak to the owner of the restaurant before he went home to fulfil his daddy duties and realised that their restaurant caters mainly to the lunch crowds as it was located right smack in the CBD area—which explains why there wasn’t a single soul when we arrived at dinner time.

He went on to explain that they do not believe in taking shortcuts, which is why their food takes longer to prepare so be prepared to wait a good 15 minutes before your food arrives as everything is prepared from scratch. Their menu boasts a modest selection of Thai favourites as well as healthy rice bowls, of which all do not contain any MSG.

First up on our table was the Grilled Chicken And Basil Rice Bowl (S$10.50++), which came with grilled chicken stir-fried with holy basil and long beans that sits atop a bowl of healthy whole grain rice.

We could tell that the chicken was flame-grilled due to the robust smoky aroma but it was a tad too dry for our liking. However, the minty basil and long beans tossed in chilli padi added a punch to the dish, which definitely made up for it.

You can also choose to add on an appetiser for just S$3 and we got ourselves the classic Papaya Salad. It came with a decent amount of thinly sliced papaya, carrots and long beans, which adds a crunchy bite to the dish.

However, we found the salad to be pretty bland, which was rather disappointing.

For those who can’t take spice but still want to have a go at an authentic Thai curry, try their Magic Masaman (S$12++), which features a non-spicy curry that comes with tender chunks of slow-cooked beef, potatoes and peanuts.

The smell of curry instantly filled the air as it was being served to us, arousing our appetite. The tender beef was pull-apart-tender and the addition of crunchy peanuts added a textural dimension to the dish.

Ocha Fresh Thai
182 Cecil Street, #02-16/17
Frasers Tower Tanjong Pagar
Singapore 069547
Tel: +65 63043292
Mon to Fri: 10am – 8pm
Closed on Saturdays & Sundays
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

If you hold a 9-6 job, lunchtime is one of the most sacred hours of the day. We wouldn’t want to waste our precious lunch break searching for food, queuing up,waiting for the food to arrive, and to pay; in fact, time is priceless regardless of your work, life, time or day of the week.

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ICEBURG

Brought to you by Cream Palette, Iceburg fulfils all your greatest childhood fantasies of combining a warm fudgy cookie with a slab of ice cold cream, except even better. They pride themselves on premium ice cream made in-house, sandwiched between meringue like a burger, and believe us, this is worth having a cheat day for.

The results of the continuous effort and passion that goes into their craft is evident in the Iceburg experiences. From the perfect mix of chewy yet crispy macaron shell, to the fluffy interior and crispy exterior of the choux pastry, in contrast to the soft gooey cookies, all their creations brought you on an adventure of crunch, chew and creamy indulgences. Definitely a wonderful choice for a sweet finish to any meals, or just to have a happy snack!

8A Marina Blvd
#B2-79 Marina Bay Link Mall
Singapore 018984
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 8pm
Sat: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

SAMBAL TIME

Sambal Time offers kick-ass Nasi Lemak that’s not just delicious and healthy but also Halal-certified. While it might seem like plenty of places are jumping on the healthy-eating train (plus how can Nasi Lemak be healthy?), rest assured that this isn’t anything gimmicky, with nothing but pure dedication and research that goes into preparing the best Nasi Lemak for you.

Whether you prefer something closer to the original such as their Sambal Time Nasi Lemak, or a little variation such as the Hake Fish Nasi Lemak, or even a most guilt-free possible version of Vegetarian Nasi Lemak, gather your lunch kakis who love a good Nasi Lemak and order your Nasi Lemak lunch via YQueue.

6 Marina Blvd
#01-16 The Sail at Marina Bay
Singapore 018985
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 9.30am – 3.30pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

PHOTO CREDIT: STANDING SUSHI BAR

STANDING SUSHI BAR

A long-time favourite at Marina Bay Financial Centre, Standing Sushi Bar has been offering lunch and dinner sets without skimping on quality. They believe in only handmade sushi, fresh fish and healthy food- making it the perfect choice for a business luncheon or a dinner treat.

Despite the name, they serve more than just sushi (and also places to sit!). The menu selection at Standing Sushi Bar offers a wide variety of sashimi and sushi, and ranges from Japanese skewers to grilled items. If you’re a big fan of salmon, you’d definitely have to give their selection of seared salmon maki a try!

8A Marina Boulevard
#B2-51 Marina Bay Link Mall
Singapore 018984
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 9pm
Sat: 11.30am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

XYCD SICHUAN CUISINE

There’s so much more to Sichuan cuisine than just the usual mala hotpots, and here you can get authentic home-cooked styled Sichuan cuisine that’s less on the oil, more on the portions—just like how mum would have done it.

This little takeaway shop offers bowls and bento boxes that are packed with the best combination of sour pickled umami and salivating mouth-numbing spice, while being kind to more sensitive stomachs. With so many options available, it’ll take some time before you exhaust them all, and even then we’re sure you’re guaranteed to come back for more.

2 Marina Blvd
The Sail at Marina Bay #B1-08B
Singapore 018987
(Closed on Saturdays and Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 11am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 8pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

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Green eats, healthy eats, we all want it all, but sometimes it’s just too much effort to prepare our own meals every day. And more often than not, the foods we tend to consume as a result of limited time, are usually the ones loaded with unhealthy amounts of fat.

Instead of reaching for those pre-packed vending machine salads or the ones that are sold at commercial cafes, make life easy and more exciting by heading down to these amazing salad bars in Singapore.

Who said healthy food, let alone a big bowl of vegetables, was boring?

AFTERGLOW BY ANGLOW

Feast both your eyes and your stomach on the spread offered here at Afterglow By Anglow. Using ingredients only sourced from local and Thai farmers, Afterglow builds their platters from scratch to give you nothing but the best quality.

While they also have baked, grilled and cooked options, their raw versions look the best in photos. So for all of you Instagram fanatics out there, take note.

24 Keong Saik Road
Singapore 089131
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

HARVEST

Located right opposite i12 Katong. This homely salad and protein bowl bar features an extensive range of fresh ingredients of which you can pick to customise your very own healthy bowl.

What makes them stand out from other salad bars is their use of sous vide in cooking their protein to ensure even and consistent cooking, after which they complete it by searing or flame-torching.

81 East Coast Road #01-01
Singapore 428785
Daily: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Eunos

Photo Credit: Levitise

MAHOTA COMMUNE

An all in one eat, drink and shop space, Mahota Commune keeps true to their motto of “we grow what we cook, we cook what we sell”.

Within Mahota Commune you can find both Mahota Kitchen and Mahota Pantry, both of which pay extreme attention to details for each of their carefully crafted menus so the food served not only tastes good but looks good too.

809 French Road
Level 3 Kitchener Complex
Singapore 200809
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Lavender

MUNCH SALADSMITH

Munch Saladsmith is one of the more popular and longer-standing salad places in the CBD, offering a whole range of wholesome and natural foods such as sandwiches and salads.

The salads alone have more than 60 concoctions, all of which are freshly (and painstakingly) hand-cut upon order.

1 Raffles Place
#B1-16 One Raffles Place
Singapore 048616
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 9.30pm
Sat: 9am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

SALMON SAMURAI

Opened by the same guys behind Tanuki Raw, Standing Sushi Bar and The Secret Mermaid, Salmon Samurai is meant for busy people looking for healthy meals on the go.

Serving up the king of omega 3 on a bed of your desired base for just S$9.90, Salmon Samurai is both affordable and the perfect way to settle your health and sashimi cravings at once.

100 Tras Street
#01-11 100AM
Singapore 079027
Daily: 11am – 11am
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

THE DAILY CUT

Known for their protein-filled salad and rice bowls, generous portions and affordable pricing, The Daily Cut is a hot favourite among gym-goers and office workers alike. Unlike most salad bars, The Daily Cut serves up even ribeye steaks with their salads.

For the vegetarians, they offer tofu selections for their protein section too.

1 Raffles Place #B1-31
Singapore 048616
Mon to Fri: 11am – 3pm, 6pm – 8.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 3.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

THE GREEN BAR

The Green Bar serves up a creative blend of ingredients that are not only fresh but refreshingly jam-packed with flavours. All their salad combinations are tried-and-tested and carefully arranged in a wooden bowl for you to enjoy.

Using only freshly imported greens and homemade dressings, their salads will leave you thoroughly satisfied.

9 Raffles Boulevard
Millenia Walk
Singapore 039596
Mon to Fri: 11am – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 10.30am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

TOSS & TURN

Opened by Cedele, Toss & Turn is one of our favourite salad bars in Singapore for wholesome and affordable salad. The DIY salad station with unusual ingredients and dressings such as goat cheese and plum sesame.

Of course, they also offer the usual Cedele sandwiches and cakes alongside soup for the salads here.

2 Orchard Turn
#B4-55 Ion Orchard
Singapore 238801
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Photo Credit: Julius Lee

WELL DRESSED SALAD BAR

Well Dressed Salad Bar’s motto of “Meatless doesn’t mean tasteless” shines through in their salads, so much so that you really won’t miss the meat at all.

From pulled jackfruits, spiced beans and vegetarian ham topped with scrambled tofu and creamy guacamole, there’s not much else that you can ask for. Every component is well thought of

282 South Bridge Road
Singapore 058831
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

Photo Credit: Wheat Baumkuchen

WHEAT BAUMKUCHEN

WHEAT is the go-to for Japanese and Asian-inspired flavours in humble salad bowls. They pay special attention to their noodle varieties as well as premium sauces.

As they’re approved by the Health Promotion Board as a Healthier Dining Partner, all their meals are kept below 500 calories.

International Plaza #01-19
10 Anson Road
Singapore 079903
(Closed on Saturdays and Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 10am – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

OUE Downtown Gallery is one of our favourite hangout spots in the heart of town—there are endless dining options—such as The Autobus, Lunar Coffee Brewers and Omotesando Koffee—that leaves us spoilt for choice when we are feeling peckish.

Adding onto the long list of dining options is a relatively new vegan dining concept that has popped up in the mall—HRVST. Pronounced as ‘harvest’, this is one stylish cafe that will catch the fancy of all health and gym junkies.

The kitchen is helmed by a pair of partner chefs, Addis Tan and Dylan who have 20 years of experience working for established F&B names such as Tippling Club, Esquina and Cheek by Jowl.

Located just beside Kilter Avenue (a boutique gym), HRVST aims to redefine your expectations of vegan food—using only the freshest ingredients they can source and turning them into aesthetically pleasing dishes that do not compromise on taste at all.

While HRVST mainly gets their produce from reliable suppliers, they also make use of the edible garden outside the cafe for some of their dishes. Take a walk around the open rooftop garden where you can temporarily escape from the hustle of the city.

A favourite among their diners, the Sourdough with Orange-Glazed Grilled Tofu (S$16++) is a great brunch or lunch option that is appetising and wholesome.

Tuck into the dish and let your taste buds discover the layers of flavours and textures that come from the sourdough, nut spread, soft tofu, broccoli and cauliflower florets that are doused in kelp stock and pickled zucchini ribbons.

For those who are attempting vegan food for the first time, their BKT Barley Risotto (S$16++) will impress you it does replicate the original dish well—in terms of the oily texture (thanks to the garlic and coriander oil) and taste.

We were pleasantly surprised that all the spices of what you would expect from a regular bak kut teh were there sans the meat, of course. Instead, what diners can expect from this dish is diced fried daikon, pink radish, braised nuts and thin dough crisp that will remind you of you tiao.

We had the Matcha Ice Cream (S$8++) which was complemented with a touch of blood orange puree, poached plums and pistachio bits. To be completely frank, we still prefer our normal creamy matcha ice cream but the cafe’s vegan rendition wasn’t too lacklustre either as the ice cream was rich with matcha flavours.

On top of those that we have tried, HRVST’s straightforward menu also includes other dishes such as Pumpkin Fettucine (S$16++), Hay Salt Baked Celeriac (S$18++) and desserts including Caramelised Pineapple Ring (S$8++) and Blackforest Cake (S$8++).

HRVST
6A Shenton Way
#05-01, OUE Downtown Gallery
Singapore 068815
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 11pm
Sat: 10am – 3pm
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Greater Lot by Cedele is a new multi-concept space at Quayside Isle, Sentosa. The collective food store features a bakery, retail store and a casual dining area with a stronger focus on all things healthy and wholesome.

Brought to you by the good folks behind Cedele, the aim of Greater Lot is to keep things as natural as possible. So expect a variety of superfoods like grain, smoothie bowls, salads and lean proteins, cakes baked with unrefined sugar and even beverages that contain no additives.

This is a dream come true for all you fitness fanatics. What are you waiting for? Get supercharged at Greater Lot today!

Photo Credit: Greater Lot

This humble establishment boasts an extensive ‘Superfood’ menu which features healthy interpretations of modern comfort dishes such as their Poached Lemongrass Coconut Chicken with Quinoa and their gluten-free Greater Green Pancakes.

For something heartier—perhaps for brunch—you can also look forward to a pretty decent selection of pasta and burger options. Greater Lot also does weekend brunch that includes roasts and wines.

Photo Credit: Greater Lot

Be sure to tuck into some of their marvellous bakes as well, such as the Apple Galette and Walnut Carrot Cake—all made using unrefined sugar to give you that much-needed sugar rush minus the unnecessary calories.

They also take their coffee very seriously, like their Red Velvet latte, a caffeine-free alternative filled with natural antioxidants and Ayurvedic properties—perfect for getting you through the day without the drawbacks of over-caffeinating your body.

Photo Credit: Greater Lot

From stellar coffee and wholesome grub to kick-start your day proper, to relishing the weekend with your pals over delicious food and wine, Greater Lot by Cedele has got it all covered!

Greater Lot By Cedele
31 Ocean Way,
#01-08 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 62621512
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

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High ceilings and a spacious interior aside, walking into Grain Traders feels just like visiting an old friend. The aroma of fresh veggies and proteins is one so comforting and familiar; we knew we were in for some wholesome goodness.

A new addition to Capitagreen in Raffles Place, Grain Traders serves up healthy grains, together with proteins and vegetables that are far from haphazardly cooked and prepared. And yes, they are healthy AND tasty food.

What we first noticed after scanning their cooked food on display was the vibrancy and variety of the food. Besides pre-arranged healthy bowls, the main draw of Grain Traders is their DIY bowls.

These bowls get you a protein, a hot veggie, 2 cold veggies, a topping, a sauce – all on top of your grain of choice. They are priced at S$16 each and you can customise them however you want. Of course, we were initially hesitant about the relatively high price, but after having our bowl, we can safely say that the taste than justifies it.

For our bowl, we picked quinoa as our grain (and we got such a huge serving that could have fed two!) and salmon as our protein. Roasted beetroot and carrots were our hot veggie choice, and coleslaw and cherry tomatoes were the cold ones.

Trust us when we say all the vegetables here are so fresh and with each component, you can really taste the effort put in to cook and flavour it. We topped off our bowl with some garlic & shallots, together with a sauce of coconut curry on the side for an extra oomph.

Other choices include beetroot feta yogurt and Asian gravy for sauces, and you can even find striploin and seared tuna in the protein choices. One thing’s for sure – at Grain Traders, you certainly get more than what you paid for.

Grain Traders
138 Market Street #01-01/02/03
Singapore 048946
Weekdays: 8am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

New year; new resolutions. It’s time to get into the groove of eating clean (especially after all that Christmas and New Year’s indulging). So for those in the Central Business District, we’ve gathered serious intel on five gourmet joints that offer healthy eats - that not only include salads, but also carbs and meats – to please the body and the palate.

THE GREEN BAR

Executed with painstaking attention paid to taste and quality—house-made dressings consist up to 13 ingredients—there’s no doubt that salads at The Green Bar are one of the best by far. Mouthwateringly delicious is Absolutely Wicked Strawberry (S$12.90)—a crispy bed of mesclun mixed into roasted chicken and prunes coated in a smooth and velvety chocolate glaze, followed by pops of sweetness from strawberries soaked in balsamic reduction, garnished with almond flakes and Danish blue cheese that only assist in upping the enjoyment factor.

A lighter, more refreshing option, the summer duck salad (S$13.90) boasts tart and tangy flavors with perfectly smoked duck, mango, roasted potatoes, red bell peppers, beetroot, clementines and cashew nuts nestled on a bed of watercress and mixed greens that gets a boost from tangy citron vinaigrette—to which we give an approving nod to.

Needless to say, the space fills up pretty fast—what with its healthy, yet luxuriously appetizing salads—so come early. Experience shows most people do.

16 Collyer Quay
#01-16/17 Hitachi Towers
Tel: +65 9855 4290
Mon to Fri: 8am to 89pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

MUNCH SALADSMITH & ROTISSERIE

Smacked right in the heart of the CBD at One Raffles Place is Munch. Not just another salad bar (read: only vegetables), Munch Saladsmith & Rotisserie offers deliciously healthy meat options such as poached salmon (S$11.90 with a salad), and juicy and tender free-range chicken roast (S$8.90 with a salad) that simply screams from the display with its brazenly bronzed skin.

On the salad bar are a variety of carbs and greens like tricolor pasta tossed in house-made basil pesto, wild shrooms sautéed in herbs, and cold soba noodles with corn niblets and shaved red carrot, mixed in sesame dressing. Salads start from S$7.90 for two, S$9.90 for three, and S$11.90 for four. Top up a dollar to wash it down with an iced house-brewed tea.

#B1-16 One Raffles Place
Tel: +65 6438 1456
Mon to Sun: 8am to 9:30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

PLATYPUS TEST KITCHEN

There’s carbs, and then there’s carbs—the latter offering calories actually worth consuming. What we appreciate about Platypus Test Kitchen is their commitment to delivering quality handmade pastas using choice ingredients by organic purveyors at—get this—prices that won’t burn a hole in the wallet. Its signature spicy diablo crab and prawns (S$18.90) feature a good balance of flavors—sweet prawns and firm and chunky crab claw meat tossed together with thick strands of egg tagliolini pasta in a pleasingly spicy egg sauce, finished with fragrant garlic oil and topped with generous chunks of crab meat and whole prawns.

The Chef follows up with squid ink and scallops (S$16.90) of handmade tagliolini noodle coated in a piquant and zesty garlic and lemon sauce served with seared bay scallops—absolutely addictive without being a teeth-staining affair. Food here also churns out fast—perfect for a quick lunch before zipping back to the office.

24 Raffles Place
#02-02 Clifford Centre
Tel: +65 8112 1194
Mon to Fri: 11am to 4pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

SALADSTOP

If you’re gonna eat clean, make it green. SaladStop’s range of Japanese-inspired wraps are our choice picks. Refreshingly fruity with a kick of wasabi, the Tuna San wrap (S$12.50) features a green romaine salad with creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes and mandarin orange crowned with thick slices of seared tuna—edges lined with ground black pepper, beautifully tossed in an appetizing wasabi soy dressing, its glorying moment fulfilled by crunchy sesame seeds and edamame that pack a punch.

An unexpected winner is found in the Go Geisha wrap (S$9.50). If the thought of cabbage, tofu, carrots, cucumber, snow peas and soba noodles make you grimace, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by this healthy creation that yields an addictively tasty sweet-salty miso vinaigrette (with a hint of ginger), showered with chockfull of veggies—great for an antioxidant boost. Wraps here are prepared quickly as well, so here’s a great option if you’re on the go.

#B2-78, 8A Marina Boulevard
Tel: +65 6820 0141
Mon to Fri: 8am to 8:30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

WHOLE&HEARTY

Singapore’s first breakfast and fresh yogurt bar, Whole&Hearty is an open concept offering a wholesome range of takeaway breakfast options in addition to its signature heirloom yogurt bar.

Made from a variety of heirloom cultures and base milks—vegan soy, the creamier Bulgarian option, or even Scandinavian-style Viili yoghurt—these house-made yogurts are made fresh daily, complemented with local made granola from The Edible Company and nut butters by Hunter’s Kitchenette—we’re loving their macadamia, and hazelnut butters.

Charged by the bowl (S$4.50 for small; S$6.80 for medium; S$8.50 for large), regular items on the breakfast table include cold organic oats steeped in milk, baked whole apples, fresh seasonal fruit, as well as an array of seeds and nuts such as almond, pistachio, walnut, chia seeds, flax seeds and the like. Not completely “healthy” but too good to ignore is the cereal milk made with the original Momofuku Milk Bar cereal milk mix from New York City. A cheat day every once in a while is forgivable.

#01-84, 12 Gopeng Street
Tel: +65 9855 4290
Mon to Fri: 8am to 2:30pm; 12pm to 8pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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Mandy Lynn is a former I-S Magazine writer and current columnist at Nookmag; her dining and nightlife features are published in Men’s Folio, Singapore Tatler Dining and The Drinks Business, amongst others. For bite-sized food recommendations, follow her on Instagram and Facebook, or join her Gourmet Adventures to keep up with the latest dining and nightlife news.