Jurassic World Cafe Singapore is the very first Jurassic World Cafe in Southeast Asia.

Based on the original concept in Japan, Jurassic World Cafe Singapore will be having a pop-up at ION Sky from 6 November 2020 to 3 January 2021. It will be featuring menu items and exclusive merchandise inspired by the well-loved movie franchise for fans of Jurassic World/

Step back millions of years into the world of the dinosaurs at Jurassic World Cafe Singapore!

Look forward to a life-sized model of Blue, the fan-favourite Velociraptor, before trying themed menu items influenced by local flavours and key elements of the movie franchise, such as the Volcano Curry and Jurassic World Burger.

A dedicated merchandise section will also be available within the cafe, for fans to get their hands on limited edition collectibles.

Jurassic World Cafe Singapore
ION Sky
6 November 2020 to 3 January 2021

Situated along Jalan Pinang and taking over the space of the now-defunct Artistry Café is Earlybird Café, a gorgeous bird-themed café which whips up unpretentious dishes as well as a variety of beverages.

Although the area around Jalan Pinang already has plenty of cafés and coffee shops, this brand new addition to Singapore’s local café scene is one you have to add to your bucket list. Here’s what we loved about the place.

Earlybird Café is just a stone’s throw away from Bugis MRT station and it is difficult to miss the brightly-lit ‘earlybird’ signage.

The café is currently still in its soft-launch phase so their food menu is quite limited, although they have a wide range of beverages to offer including coffee by Allpress Espresso, cold-pressed juices, smoothies and milkshakes.

Forget about chicken and waffles, Chicken and Pancakes (S$19) is the way to go when you are at Earlybird Café. It was extremely well-executed and it is a must to order.

The tender and juicy fried chicken was well-coated with a light and crispy batter and we loved how the fried chicken was not overly greasy. What truly impressed us was the stack of house-made buttermilk pancakes that sat beneath the fried chicken; they came with a pleasant melt-on-your-tongue texture. The magic happens when you have the chicken and the pancakes together with the chilli maple sauce.

Featuring 3 huge pieces of fried chicken atop 2 fluffy pancakes, it can be pretty filling if you are a small eater. One thing is for sure—this is one ineffable serving of Chicken and Pancakes we would come back for.

One of the two options that Earlybird Café currently offers for pasta is the Tom Yum Prawn Pasta (S$20), which is essentially linguine tossed in Thai-style tom yum gravy topped with prawns.

We felt that the tomato sauce overpowered the tom yum flavour of the dish.

Earlybird Café also has a range of desserts to love. We opted for the Flower Pot Tiramisu (S$8.50) and it is definitely one dessert that will charm you not just with the looks of it. The smooth cream went well with the sponge fingers and the hint of alcohol gave it a luxurious touch.

Other options for desserts would be Earlybird Café’s rendition of hotcakes, including Hotcake Bling (S$18), Coco Espresso (S$18) and Going Bananas (S$17).

Earlybird Café
17 Jalan Pinang
Singapore 199149
Daily: 9am – 10pm
Tel: 9788 6858
Nearest Station: Bugis

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My Melody Café is coming to Singapore really soon and it is going to be at Suntec City! My Melody, commonly known as My Melo, is a white rabbit from the Japanese characterisation company Sanrio. She is a well-loved rabbit and is a good friend of Hello Kitty.

The cafe is going to have a cute indoor al fresco garden setting. You can also look forward to a floral arch, garden-themed mural wall and a cottage house. It will be a dream come true for fans of My Melody.

Photo Credit: Kore.am

Look forward to very adorably-styled dishes including 5 mains, 6 desserts and 7 character-customised drinks. They are certainly going to get a lot of attention on social media; but of course, with all these thematic cafes and styled dishes, let’s just not have so many expectations of the standard of the food, yet.

On a side note, we are certainly hoping that My Melody Café will be having almond pound cake—My Melody’s favourite food—on the dessert menu.

Who else is excited about this cafe? My Melody Café has yet to announce the official opening date. Watch this space as we bring you the latest news on My Melody Café Singapore.

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My Melody Café Singapore
Tel: +65 6677 6195

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Have you ever been so obsessed with a particular TV show or movie ‘fandom’ that you just cannot get enough of it? Fawning over characters, story plots and the whole fictional universe of a show is nothing new.

Because this gets a lot of traffic and demand for merchandise and all things related, some people have decided to come up with themed cafes and restaurants to further entrance people into that particular world.

One of the most popular themes used is none other than Harry Potter and there are actually quite a number of Potter-themed F&B establishments worldwide centred around this iconic series. Other themes include popular American television series, cult movies and more – and we love them all.

If you are intrigued by all the crazy and cool themes that currently exists around the world, read on to discover the 17 Coolest Movie & TV Show-Themed Restaurants And Bars Around The World.

Photo Credit: Wonderland Cafe

ALICE IN WONDERLAND – WONDERLAND CAFE, NOTTINGHAM

Fall through the rabbit hole and enter the world of fantasy at the Wonderland Cafe in Nottingham. Patrons would be in for an afternoon tea with a twist with its immersive magical decors and character mascots such as Alice and the Mad Hatter.

To match its realistic recreation of the all-time favourite novel, the cafe serves up wonderful delights such as Scones of Hearts and Toad Down the Hole that would leave you satisfied in no time.

Wonderland Cafe
21 Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3AJ, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 7930 877496
Daily: 12pm – 5pm
Nearest Station: Nottingham

Photo Credit: HR Giger

ALIEN – GIGER-BAR, SWITZERLAND 

Beautiful in its own right, the Giger-Bar in Switzerland is a work of art with its intricate architecture that is rightfully inspired by Alien the movie. Its unique otherworldly atmosphere is created with a cavernous, skeletal structure covered by double arches of vertebrae.

Feel the embrace of an alien as you sip on their popular Alien coffee coupled with their sweet meringues for an out of this world experience.

Giger-Bar
Comercialstrasse 23, 7007 Chur, Switzerland
Tel: +41 81 253 7506
Mon to Fri: 8am – 8pm
Sat: 8am - 6pm
Nearest Station: Chur West

Photo Credit: Lollipopup UK

BREAKING BAD – ABQ, LONDON

Whoever knew that chemistry could be so fun? Breaking Bad had created a large following for its unique narrative and its focus on science gone awry. ABQ in London aims to recreate the look and feel of the television series by renovating their interior to look like Walter White’s lab in the show.

To take things up a notch, the drinks comes in various unique concoctions that would definitely take you to a new high as you relive your favourite television moments.

ABQ
455 Hackney Road, London E2 9DY, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 20 3488 1678
Wed to Sat: 6pm – 12am
Sun: 6pm - 10pm
Nearest Station: Cambridge Heath

Photo Credit: Red Fox Report

DOCTOR WHO – THE PANDORICA, NEW YORK

According to the Doctor Who universe, the Pandorica was a prison hidden under Stonehenge. It was built to hold the Doctor and ensure the safety of the Alliance.

Hence, what better way to celebrate the love of Doctor Who than to set up a cosy yet brilliant;y themed eatery with sandwiches, salads & British classics? All within the convenience of New York City.

The Pandorica
165 Main Street, Beacon, New York 12508, United States
Tel: +1 845 831 6287
Sun & Mon: 12pm – 6pm
Wed to Sat: 12pm – 9pm
Nearest Station: New Hamburg

Photo Credit: Speakinggump

FORREST GUMP – BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO, WORLDWIDE

This seafood restaurant chain has 43 outlets* worldwide 2015 and the whole theme of the restaurant are inspired by the 1994 hit movie – Forrest Gump, starring Tom Hanks.The dining style here is comforting and casual, serving all-American style seafood.

The dining style here is comforting and casual, serving all-American style seafood.

*Their headquarters is in Houston, Texas, United States

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
1501 Broadway, New York, NY 10036, United States
Tel: +1 212 343 3355
Sun to Thu: 11am – 12am
Fri & Sat: 11am – 1am
Nearest Station: Times Square 42nd Street

Photo Credit: Central Perk Singapore

F.R.I.E.N.D.S – CENTRAL PERK, SINGAPORE

You now do not have to travel to Beijing to have a chance at dining at Central Perk as Singapore has opened their very own branch. The F.R.I.E.N.D.S-inspired cafe acts as a tribute to the widely popular television series and is aimed at spreading its addictive qualities to the younger crowd.

For those who are familiar with the show would be tickled by some of the menu items such as Ross & Rachel’s Breakup Pizza as well as Chandler’s Thanksgiving Chicken.

Central Perk Singapore
1 Magazine Road, Central Mall #01-01, Singapore 059567
Tel: +65 9025 2524
Tue to Sun: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photo Credit: CoolJapan City

GODZILLA – KAIJU SAKABA, KAWASAKI 

We have witnessed plenty of examples where cafes are designed and named after superheroes, but we often forget to honour the group of monsters that make these movies and series exciting. The Kaiju Sakaba, known as the Monster Pub, honours the creatures that are often on the losing side.

The recently refurbished restaurant offers up a revamped menu that continues the tradition of kaiju-inspired dishes which would satisfy monstrous appetites.

Kaiju Sakaba
210-0007 Kanagawa Prefecture, Kawasaki, Ekimae Honcho, 3-1 NMF, Japan
Tel: +81 44 210 5565
Mon to Fri: 5pm – 12am
Sat: 3.30pm – 12am
Sun: 2pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Kawasaki

Photo Credit: Blogspot

HARRY POTTER – FELIX FELICIS, BUENOS AIRES

Of all the Potter-themed cafes and restaurants in the world, we actually like Felix Felicis in Buenos Aires the best because of its hipster-theme and very subtle homage to the Potterverse. Serving wholesome food and good coffee, the cafe isn’t flashy like its counterparts, while still maintaining some cool features to satisfy the adulation of fans.

Serving wholesome food and good coffee, the cafe isn’t flashy like its counterparts, while still maintaining some cool features to satisfy the adulation of fans.

Felix Felicis
C1414BGR, Jose Antonio Cabrera 5002, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: +54 4776 4414
Mon to Sat: 9am – 8pm
Sun: 10am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Villa Crespo

Photo Credit: Pinterest

HARRY POTTER – THE LOCKHART COCKTAIL BAR, TORONTO 

When it comes to Harry Potter inspired cocktails, no one does it better and more unique than The Lockhart Cocktail Bar. Named after the infamous Defence Against the Dark Arts professor, the locale is owned by two Pottermores who wanted to capture the magic of the widely-acclaimed series.

Their wonderfully concocted drinks such as Death Potion comes with flavourful ingredients such as Angostura and Horseradish – its eventual presentation is a visual feast too.

The Lockhart Cocktail Bar
1479 Dundas St W Toronto, ON M6J 1Y8, Canada
Tel: +1 647 748 4434
Tue to Thu: 5pm – 12.30am
Fri: 10am – 8pm
Sat: 10.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 2am
Sun: 10.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 12.30am
Nearest Station: Dundas St West at Dufferin St

Photo Credit: Mothership SG

HARRY POTTER – PLATFORM 1094, SINGAPORE

If there is a place on earth we could scream portus with a Portkey in our hands, that would be Platform 1094. This Harry Potter themed restaurant in Singapore rose to fame and popularity with its unique decor and its magical drinks.

The most beautiful of which is the flaming Goblet of Fire that is served with blue liqueur, a strong Barcadi 151, and cinnamon flakes, lit to a sparkly perfection.

Platform 1094
1094 Serangoon Road, Singapore 328192
Tel: +65 6204 6003
Tue to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Boon Keng

Photo Credit: Zomato

HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER – MCGEE’S PUB, NEW YORK CITY 

Ever since the show launched in September 2005, it became in instant hit with the viewers for its unique structure and eccentric humour. The McGee’s Pub in New York City recreates the very same vibe of the drinking hole that Barney patronises.

The wood-lined Irish pub serves regular bar grub and draft beer that makes this place legen – wait for it – dary.

McGee’s Pub
240 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019, United States
Tel: +1 212 957 3536
Mon to Sat: 10am – 4am
Sun: 12pm – 4am
Nearest Station: 57 Street Subway Station

Photo Credit: Eat Drink KL

LORD OF THE RINGS – THE SHIRE CAFE, SRI PETALING

For Lord of the Ring fans out there, you would be glad to know that The Shire Cafe exists in Kuala Lumpur. Also, the wall motifs and the unique Bilbo Baggins home portrait give a certain depth of perception to the entire restaurant; reminiscent of what a hobbit’s home would look like.

The adorably named menu item such as the Fallen Tower consists of breadsticks made with a waffle iron that has a chicken sausage and cheese within. Do not be surprised if you find yourself wanting more.

The Shire Cafe
9-1 Jalan Radin Bagus 6, Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel: +60 16 715 1143
Mon, Wed to Fri: 12pm – 12am
Sat & Sun: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Bandar Tasik Selatan Station

MARVEL – HUNGRY HEROES, SINGAPORE

What happens when you love more than one superhero? Hungry Heroes has got you covered by featuring the entire range of Marvel’s iconic characters in the form of busts and human-sized figurines.

Partake in the restaurant’s hot favourites such as the Hungry Heroes Platters and the Steak Out as you have a banter on the chronological sequence of the entire franchise.

Hungry Heroes Singapore
33 Tessensohn Road, Singapore 217656
Tel: +65 6295 5401
Tue to Friday: 4pm - 11pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

Photo Credit: Eating WDW

RATATOUILLE – BISTROT CHEZ RÉMY, PARIS

The exquisite looking restaurant located in the heart of Disneyland is established based on the film Ratatouille. Diners can feast on the finest French cuisine in this Parisian bistro while adopting the perspective of Rémy – The little chef mouse.

Have their famous ratatouille topped off with a grilled steak or roasted cod fish – there is no way you could ever go wrong with your order in this restaurant.

Bistrot Chez Rémy
Disneyland Paris, 2 Hollywood Boulevard, 77700 Chessy, France
Tel: +33 825 30 0500
Daily: 12pm – 6pm
Nearest Station: Gare de Marne la Vallée Chessy

Photo Credit: Nerdist

STAR WARS – ODYSSEY, PARIS 

Embrace the dark side as you enter the Star Wars inspired restaurant. The overall design cues of the interior is that of the Death Star with its pill walls and multiple little touches.

The unique menu features many sweet and savoury crepes that are translated into Aurebesh alongside other franchises including Vulcan and Gallifrey. You would not have any difficulty in spotting the locale with its iconic blue awnings and the storm trooper stickers in the window.

Odyssey
6 Rue Dante, 75005 Paris, France
Tel: +33 1 77 12 06 70
Tue to Thu: 12pm – 3.30pm, 6pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Saint-Michel, Notre-Dame

Photo Credit: PaulOwenGuardian

TIM BURTON – BEETLE HOUSE, NEW YORK CITY

Tim Burton is world-renown for his dystopian outlook in all his creations, making for a unique blend of all things dark and lovely. The Beetle House pays homage to the creator with its almost gothic like interior filled with purple fluorescent lights.

The food is no slouch either. With options such as Sweeney Beef and The Butchers Delight, you would be in for a treat as you dig in as the menu to die for.

Beetle House
308 East 6th Street, New York, NY 10003, United States
Tel: +1 646 510 4786
Mon to Wed: 4pm – 12am
Thu & Fri: 4pm – 2am
Sat: 11am – 2am
Sun: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Astor Place

Photo Credit: Yelp

TITANIC – CAFE JACK, LOS ANGELES

Yes, the cafe is in an actual ship. Located in Koreatown in Los Angeles, Cafe Jack serves Asian-fusion cuisine in a ship-shaped structure, filled with Titanic memorabilia.

Of course, no one wants to relive the sinking of the Titanic, but maybe paying a visit to Cafe Jack will affirm your love for young Leo…

Cafe Jack
508 South Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90020, United States
Tel: +1 213 365 8882
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Wilshire/Western

Soek Seng 1954 Bicycle Cafe is a hidden cafe that is situated far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The owner is a vintage bike collector who proudly displays his beautiful vintage bicycles all around the cafe. Needless to say, we were all in awe of the cafe’s lovely interior.

Besides that, having a meal at this bike cafe is a unique experience in itself. Diners are able to watch private airplanes take off from Seletar Airport which is located just beside the bike cafe. How cool is that?!

However as one of the most ulu cafes in Singapore, is it really worth the effort to make all your way there for a meal? Well, read on to find out more!

Grab a seat outdoors during good weather and have your meal while admiring the private jets parked at Seletar Airport. If you are lucky, you may even catch sightings of planes taking off or landing!

Psst… let us share a secret with you. Come around evening so you can witness the sunset. This is one of the rare few places in Singapore where there are no high rise buildings around so you get a complete view of the reddish and orange hues.

Visitors can also choose to sit comfortably indoors as it is air conditioned. Wander around the cafe and take pictures of these classic bicycles and artwork that have been artistically hung up on the wall.

Arriving piping hot in a stone bowl, the Katsu Don came with thick slices of juicy chicken slices, savoury egg, sauteed onions and bits of seaweed and carrots on top of warm Japanese rice.

Just like what you would expect from most fish and chips, the Fish & Chips at Soek Seng 1954 Bicycle Cafe had a crispy batter and every order of the Fish & Chips comes with french fries, fresh coleslaw and salad.

Their menu is a combination of local, western and Japanese mains that are mostly below S$20. Other highlights you can go for include the Sirloin Steak, Ayam Panggang and Gyudon.

To be honest, the dishes are not fantastic and we won’t travel all the way here just for the food. However, it is a great place to chill with your friends and enjoy a beer or two. The bicycle cafe also allows dogs at the al fresco area.

Soek Seng 1954 Bicycle Cafe
 #01-01 Maj Aviation Building
80 Seletar Aerospace View
Singapore 797563
Tel: +65 6659 6124
Tue to Sun: 10am – 10pm

72o Bistro & The Toys is the latest addition to Holland Village’s vibrant dining scene and the spacious restaurant specialises in North Indian and Western cuisine.

At this new Heroes-themed restaurant, you can look forward to a comprehensive menu, the best beer deals and an impressive collection of Marvel’s limited edition figurines—including a life-size iron man!

Most of the dishes on 72o Bistro & The Toys’ menu are priced below S$15 nett—there is no GST and service charge.

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 1-for-1 promotion on all main courses (during Sundays to Thursdays lunch and dinner) from now until 28 Feb 2016.

Set foot into the dimly-lit restaurant and you will be greeted by a gigantic Iron Man statue. The life-size figurine was imported directly from the United States of America; and we say, it is a dream come true for all fans. We couldn’t stop staring at it, and we chose a table right beside so it felt like we were dining with Tony Stark!

72o Bistro & The Toys’ glass cabinet showcases a wide selection of Marvel limited edition figurines, including Black Widow, Captain America, Hulk, Thor and more. The restaurant owner has been collecting these figurines since 2000 and he decided to open a themed bistro to share his prized possessions with like-minded fans.

The collection is really expensive, and it is fascinating, to say the least.

There are a bunch of starters on 72o Bistro & The Toys’ menu. We suggest you get the Spicy Buffalo Wings (S$8.90 nett / five pieces) for sharing.

Each succulent chicken wing is marinated, deep-fried and tossed in spicy buffalo sauce. Carrot and cucumber sticks are served on the side with a blue cheese dip.

For something more substantial, share the 2 Amigos Pizza (S$13.90 nett) baked with bacon bits, bratwurst sausage, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.

It is worth mentioning that every item is served in an incredibly generous portion!

The Dancing Prawn Aglio Olio (S$14.80 nett) might look unassuming, but do not let its simplicity fool you. It is hands down our favourite Western dish from 72o Bistro & The Toys.

Al dente spaghetti is served with fresh and plump sautéed prawns, chilli flakes, garlic, onion, olive oil and pepper. Flavourful in every bite, and certainly very filling!

The 72o House Burger (S$15.80 nett) is a value-for-money main course that will fill you up easily. Melted cheese, chargrilled beef patty, smoked bacon bits, mushroom, romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, mayonnaise and a sunny side egg are served atop two palm-size sesame buns with a garden salad and a tin of fries on the side.

72o Bistro & The Toys’ signature dish is the chef-recommended Grass-fed Rib-eye Steak (S$24 nett). The rib-eye steak is grilled to the doneness of your choice and served with asparagus, mushrooms, potato wedges, salad and drenched in an aromatic brown sauce.

For something different, consider the 72o Curry Chicken Burger (S$12.80 nett), which resembles more of a sandwich. Fork-tender marinated chicken, Indian curry gravy, pineapple rings, romaine lettuce and onion slices are stuffed inside a ciabatta bread.

We have to admit that the North Indian delicacies served at 72o Bistro & The Toys seriously surpassed our expectations. Frankly speaking, there seems to be little or no link between North Indian cuisine and a bistro decked out in Marvel decors. But boy, we were impressed to no end.

The fragrant Butter Chicken (S$12.80 nett) is a must-order. In fact, we would gladly make a return special trip just for their Butter Chicken! Think tender boneless chicken cooked with a thick, buttered masala gravy. Needless to say, this Indian classic was the star of the meal—everyone was digging into the viscous tomato-based mixture.

Think tender boneless chicken cooked with a thick, buttered masala gravy. Needless to say, this Indian classic was the star of the meal—everyone was digging into the viscous tomato-based mixture.

While the Butter Chicken tastes good on its own, the Cheese and Garlic Naan (S$4.80 nett) and Chicken Briyani (S$11.80 nett) make great accompaniments.

The former is a delicious Indian bread baked in clay oven, whereas the latter is a traditional Indian dish comprising curried chicken and spiced rice. Can’t decide what to have? Order all. No such thing as too much good food.

By now, you are probably overwhelmed by the seemingly endless options available.

Want more sharing dishes? Then give the Chicken Suslick (S$9.80 nett / two sticks, S$17.80 nett / four sticks) a shot. These skewers consist of marinated chicken chunks, grilled capsicums and onions.

For the most bang for your buck, visit 72o Bistro & The Toys during lunchtime and dig into these scrumptious dishes at unbelievable prices—we are talking about S$8.80 nett for a set!

72o Bistro & The Toys is also ideal for after-work drinks. Marvel figurines and toys; sounds like a fab idea.

They have an awesome variety of beverages. Regardless of whether it is beer, wine, liquor or non-alcoholic drinks you are after, there is bound to be something you fancy sipping.

Ladies, do give their house-made 72o Classic Champagne (S$12 nett) a shot! This refreshing bubbly is available exclusively on Ladies Night aka Wednesdays at one-for-one. Weekend warriors should try their Watermelon Soju (S$28 nett), which is essentially an entire carved watermelon filled with soju. Note that this fruity potent drink is only available on Saturdays.

And by the way, their prices are one of the most competitive in the Holland Village dining district! Now you know where to head to next for drinks and food when you are in the vicinity. We know for sure that we will be heading back for Butter Chicken and drinks!

And Tony Stark.

Remember to quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 1-for-1 promotion on all main courses (during Sundays to Thursdays lunch and dinner) from now until 28 Feb 2016.

P.s. 72o Bistro & The Toys’ venue is also available for private events.

72o Bistro & The Toys
19 Lorong Liput
Singapore 277732
Tel: +65 6463 6028
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 11pm
Fri and Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 1am
Sun: 11.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

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Central Perk—F.R.I.E.N.D.S themed cafe—is finally opening in Singapore this weekend.

Located at Central Mall, it will be a 100-seater cafe with floor space of 3,300sq feet. Other than the main set of the café, there is also an extension of a studio set area and outdoor alfresco Streets of New York (recreated indoors).

The F.R.I.E.N.D.S corner will feature character themed wall and iconic themed furniture—Patsy the dog, Pacman machine, Monica Kitchen and Joey Italian Fine craftsmanship cabinet.

Central Perk will be offering a selection of salads, sandwiches, main courses, pasta, pizzas and desserts. Under the mains, there are 6 options which are mostly named after the F.R.I.E.N.D.S. main characters—Janice’s Oh. My. God Baby Back Ribs; Chandler’s Thanksgiving Chicken; Joey’s Fisherman Stew; Phoebe’s I Can’t Eat Meat Steak; Joey’s You’re My Everest Turkey

The cafe is partnering coffee roasters in Singapore to customise 6 different coffee blends profiled to the 6 different F.R.I.E.N.D.S. characters.

Fans of F.R.I.E.N.D.S. will be happy to know that there will be Central Perk merchandises including tumbler, cap, apron, umbrella, mug, and personalised T-shirt.

Central Perk ran into controversy when it announced that it was launching an annual membership programme at S$1,000.

Central Perk SG members enjoy the benefits of priority queue (wow?!); reservations for the “highly anticipated” Central Perk couch; invitations to Central Perk SG events (SO EXCITING!!!); and 6 complimentary cups per day.

Not too sure if this S$1,000 will be worth spending…

Photos credit: Central Perk Singapore

Many people slammed the cafe for charging such an exorbitant amount for the membership; it remains to be seen if fans of F.R.I.E.N.D.S would spend so much to be a member (FYI: they sold 97 memberships till date).

Meanwhile, we await the soft launch of the F.R.I.E.N.D.S’ themed cafe this weekend. And we are curious if they are going to get a Gunther-lookalike to serve coffee…

Central Perk Singapore
1 Magazine Road #01-01
Singapore 059567
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Character themed cafes are not new in Singapore but each time a new one comes up, everyone gets all excited to find out what is in store. While they are not known to serve delicious grub, many still love character themed cafes for its atmosphere and creatively designed food and beverages.

It really comes down to individual preferences to decide if it is worth the splurge as dishes sold in these character-themed cafes usually do not come cheap. However, they make the most Instagram-worthy pictures. What’s your take?

Here are 7 Character Themed Cafes To Check Out In Singapore.

#1 CHARACTERS CAFE

Characters Cafe is a small and cosy eatery you can find in Dhoby Xchange. The cafe first started out in a 3D Rilakkuma theme that had everyone going crazy about.

Expect to visit the cafe every now and then as the theme changes on a monthly basis. Meal coupons have to be purchased at http://www.worldsnackday.com.

Dhoby Xchange B1-36
Singapore 238826
Sun to Thu: 11am – 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

Photo Credit: Charlie Brown Cafe Singapore

#2 CHARLIE BROWN CAFE

There are two Charlie Brown Cafes in Singapore that feature the main cartoon character in the comic strip, Peanuts. The main outlet is at Cathay Cineleisure Orchard, a hang-out spot that is popular among the youths.

Charlie Brown Cafe’s extensive menu includes All-Day Breakfast, Charlie Brown Chicken Rice, pasta, pizzas, desserts and flavoured drinks.Here is the good news for our Muslim friends: Charlie Brown Cafes are Halal-certified!

Here is the good news for our Muslim friends: Charlie Brown Cafes are Halal-certified!

8 Grange Road
#04-01, Cathay Cineleisure Orchard
Singapore 239695
Tel: +65 6737 5979
Sun to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 2am
Nearest Station: Somerset

#3 DC COMICS SUPERHEROES CAFE

Our island’s first DC Comics Super Heroes Cafe opened its doors to public last year. Elaborately decorated with superhero murals and life-sized figurines, this is the place for all DC superhero fans.

The cafe dishes out desserts and drinks that will remind you of your favourite superheroes such as The Flash and Wonder Woman. Their menu happens to be one of the most expensive among the lot, though.

2 Bayfront Avenue, L1-03/04/05 Bay Level
The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
Singapore 018972
Tel: +65 6688 7610
Sun to Thu: 10.30am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 10.30am – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

#4 GUDETAMA CAFE

We are eagerly counting down the number of days before the Gudetama Cafe is set to open in Suntec City Mall. Fans of Sanrio’s lazy egg character must be delighted that the hype has brought the cafe to Singapore’s shores too.

From what we know, the cafe will be serving an array of Gudetama-themed food and drinks such as breakfast in pan, waffles, soft-serve, pizza and coffee.

3 Temasek Boulevard
Suntec City Mall #01-361
Nearest Station: Promenade

Photo Credit: Hello Kitty Cafe Singapore

#5 HELLO KITTY ORCHID GARDEN

Our long wait for a Hello Kitty Cafe to open in Singapore is finally over! The 24-hour cafe is nestled in Singapore Changi Airport and reflects a slice of our Garden City by showcasing lush greenery and opulent blooms.

Hello Kitty Orchid Garden’s menu comprises all-day breakfast fare and desserts, but be warned—the standards of their food have been frowned upon by many.

Arrival Hall Central #01-22
Terminal 3, Singapore Changi Airport
Tel: +65 6241 6127
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Changi Airport

Photo Credit: Hungry Heroes

#6 HUNGRY HEROES CAFE

Residing in a two-storey shophouse, Hungry Heroes Cafe is for those who are fans of the Marvel series. You will be impressed by the huge amount of effort put in to fill the cafe up with posters and life-size figurines of the iconic superheroes.

Signature dishes to mention are the Hungry Heroes Platter, Mega Steak-Out Burger and pork ribs.

33 Tessensohn Road
Singapore 217656
Tel: +65 6295 5401
Tue to Fri: 4pm – 11pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

#7 POKÉMON CAFE

The second edition of Pokémon cafe will be launching in Bugis Junction again! So if you missed it the first time, here is your chance to take photos with Pokémon themed dishes.

One interesting item to look out for on the menu is the Alola Region’s Fish n’ Fries as the ketchup and mayonnaise sauces will form the iconic Pokéball design. Also, we are excited about the Alola Region Volcano as the Pokéball lid will uncover a dessert in the shape of a volcano made of chocolate ice cream cone.

What’s more, there will also be a Pokémon Sun & Moon themed 3D photobooth! Catch all these from 24 Nov 2016 to 19 Feb 2017 at the Pokémon cafe.

The first Crafholic Pop-Up Cafe is here in Singapore from now until 13 November 2016.

Kki Sweets — a popular Japanese dessert shop in Singapore — has collaborated with Craftholic Singapore to bring the first Craftholic Cafe in Singapore. Located at the School of the Arts (SOTA), the store is the first outside Japan, and will only be here until 13 November 2016.

The pop-up cafe is located at the School of the Arts (SOTA) and it is the first outside Japan!

Fans of Crafholic plushies can look forward to Craftholic themed meals, including dishes such as Sloth Garlic aioli Roast Chicken Sandwich with Truffle Potato Chips, Rab-shaped Pancakes, decorated parfaits, beverages and a limited edition – Singapore Pandan flavour Soufflé cheesecake.

You will also be able to purchase the new Otona Craft and limited edition collaboration badges collection at the Crafholic Pop-Up Cafe. Crafholic members will be entitled to 10% discount for F&B purchases.

Crafholic Cafe Singapore x Kki Sweets
1 Zubir Said Drive
Singapore 227268
Tel: +65 6225 6650
Daily: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

Photo Credit: Craftholic Singapore

As its name suggests, Chicken Clinic at Upper Thomson is a hospital-themed eatery specialising in Korean Fried Chicken. It is the only Korean restaurant in Singapore utilising surgical equipments in its fried chicken presentation.

Sure, they might be a tad too gimmicky, but our cameras love them.

Korean fried chickens are all the rage right now, but Chicken Clinic has cleverly stood out from other competitors with its unique display of injection syringes, metal trays and medical tweezers. While they may not serve up the best Korean fried chicken, it is still something you might want to check out when you are next at Thomson.

Chicken Clinic’s best-selling fried chicken are the Chicken Nanban (S$18.50) and Seasoned Spicy Chicken (S$19.50). The former comprises deep-fried tender boneless chicken chunks topped with pickled jalapenos and drenched in spicy soy sauce, while the latter consists of seasoned spicy fried chicken dipped in Korean-style sweet chilli sauce.

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The savoury Chicken Nanban was pretty impressive, and it is clearly Chicken Clinic’s stellar dish.

All fried chicken dishes are served in a laboratory-like metal tray and completed with three mini metal tins of fries, pickles and salad. Spiciness of the chicken dishes (on its own) are negligible, so fret not about burning sensations.

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For an extra kick, inject the spicier chilli sauces from the syringes (choose from level 1 to 3) onto the chicken chunks. Each fried chicken dish can feed up to 2 pax, so we recommend those with small appetites to share it with someone.

The fries were unfortunately underwhelming when compared to the mouthwatering Nan Ban, so just spend all your calories on the juicy chicken chunks instead.

If you are looking for something less greasy, do know that the menu also features other Korean-Japanese fusion dishes such as Chicken Yaki Udon (S$15.50) and Chili Chicken Dong (S$10).

Chicken Clinic
Thomson V Two, #01-13
11 Sin Ming Road
Singapore 575629
Tel: +65 8451 4011
Mon: 3pm – 9.30pm
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

It is here – Singapore’s first DC Comics Super Heroes Cafe, and it is massive. Walking towards this huge cafe is like unveiling a pot of gold – we were amazed, not just by its gargantuan size, but by all the superhero murals and life-sized figurines.

Any fan of DC’s superheroes will be flocking here very soon and we foresee that this cafe will get even more crowded during the weekends and peak hours. The DC Cafe has a dedicated takeaway counter with a mini seating area just for cakes, snacks and drinks, and another bigger space for savoury food.

We cannot deny that we were fan girl-ing HARD. After admiring Batman and his Batmobile, we took a pick at their pretty desserts – colourful cakes, embossed fondant cupcakes and quirky-named drinks, just to name a few.

We settled for a cupcake, a mini dessert and an iced tea. Being an avid fan of The Flash, our eyes were drawn to this beautifully made fondant blueberry cupcake (S$8.90). To be honest, the price took us aback quite a bit, but it was so worth it. Who doesn’t like The Flash?

Moving on, we had a taste of the Raspberry with Lychee Mousse (S$8.90) which came with a mini embossed Wonder Woman logo. Apart from the gimmicky chocolate on top, we preferred the taste of this over the cupcake.

The mousse was light and airy, far from being overly dense. The raspberry added a touch of acidity and tartness, which we enjoyed thoroughly.

Although we were satisfied with the fun-looking desserts, we were certainly let down by the expensive iced tea. For almost S$7 a cup, we were served a generic cup of iced tea that had completely no wow factor. A word of advice – stick to the desserts.

Over at DC Comics Super Heroes’ restaurant, the food menu is divided into several categories – Starters, Quesdilla, Sandwiches, Burgers, Entrees and Pastas.

The signature dishes include Hall of Justice Combo (S$20.90), Chicken Hawk Quesadilla (S$14.90), Aquaman’s Arrabiata (S$24.90) and the Instagram worthy Batman’s Dark Knight Charcoal Burger (S$25.90)

If you are a huge fan of superheroes like us, it is still a must to visit this cafe to experience DC in its full glory.

DC Comics Super Heros Cafe
2 Bayfront Avenue, L1-03/04/05 Bay Level
The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
Singapore 018972
Tel: +65 6688 7610
Nearest Station: Bayfront

About the writer:
Cheryl is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She loves a good steak and an even better cuppa. She eats just about anything and everything. In her free time, she regularly starts on sci-fi or fantasy movie marathons.