Botak Jones

Location:
2nd Street Cafeteria
970A Toa Payoh North
Singapore 318997
(Many other outlets. Check website for details)

Website:
http://www.botakjones.com/
It is a bit wordy and informal, but it explains everything.

Introduction:
Judging by its name, bet you are unable to guess what is it trying to sell. Definitely the name is getting some attention. Basically "Botak Jones" is a American boss that sets up the western food outlets at neighbourhood coffeeshops. Botak Jones sells ang mo style western food, at a more affordable price. They have, hot dogs, burgers, "plates", steaks, sandwiches and even desserts! As it's slogan suggests: "Damm Good Food At A Damm Good Price". To me, i raise my both hands for it. It aint really that dirt cheap, its a good range slightly higher than the coffeeshops, much lower than cafes and restaurants. And it provides quality of cafe and probably, restaurants!

Operating Hours:
Everyday 11:00 am till 10:00 pm (For this outlet)

What's Good:
Friendly crew and they explains well. Don't worry if you have doubts about the menu.

Everything that i have tried (Each main dish is served with choice of 2 side dishes, except for fish and chips):
The chips(fries) are good - it has a really special slighty spicy powder on them and the texture of the chips are not overdone.
Fish and chips - no funny smell or taste that spoils the dish. Basically 1 word - Fresh!
Cajun chicken- looks a bit messy with the presentation, but the sauce and the juiciness cant be explained
Black pepper chicken - Not a lot of sauce on the chicken but it is well marinated that the black pepper and the chicken has become one.

What's not so Good:
The menu. Too wordy and no pictures. Its is filled with paragraphs of descriptions. But i think they have it on the website and some photos too. And not to worry since everything is good.

The slightly long waiting and serving time. It is due to its popularity, not because they are slow. But it is worth waiting for for good food, isn't it?

Note: fish and chips + cajun chicken + black pepper chicken = approx $22

Ice3 Cafe (Ice Cube Cafe)

Location:
11 Kensington Park Road
Serangoon Garden Estate
Singapore 557263
(diagonally opposite of Chomp Chomp, along the same row of 7 Eleven.)


Website:
http://www.ice3cafe.com/





Introduction:
Just as the name suggests, it is a eatery that sells cold stuff. Actually they focus on their freshly baked waffle, not forgetting super-premium ice cream. On top of that they also have main courses. The ambience is good and really has an ice cream cafe feeling. I think it is ideal for gathering and a good place to talk after you visit Chomp Chomp - for desserts and a cooling place to talk.


Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday: 4pm – 1am
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays: 10am – 1am


What's Good:
The waffle is not soft and soggy. I felt that it taste better then the Gal***'s.
They have a large variety of ice cream. Which many of them are the less common flavours. I should say, even the chocolate ice cream is different from the others.
The syrup is nice and fragrant. (I chose butterscotch).
They have some promotions that would be able to attract customers.
They also have an online store which would provide great solutions and something special for catering.


What's not so Good:
Ice3's Location is rather hard to reach. But well, still many goes to Chomp Chomp right?
The main course that was ordered was nothing really special, but it is a ice cream cafe - remember?


Note: 2 Waffles with ice cream + 2 Main course + 1 smoothie = approx $43

Tiong Bahru Market

Location:
30 Seng Poh Road
Singapore 168898


How to reach there:
Bus: 5, 16, 33, 63, 123, 195
Mrt: Tiong Bahru

Introduction:
When Tiong Barhu Market has reopened in 2006, it is no longer not a market that is stinky. It has changed. One thing that has not changed is the nice food out there. Things has just changed for the better. all the Tiong Bahru favourites, including chwee kuay, fried kway tow and roasted meats, are still keeping the masses happy. There are 83 hawker stalls on the second storey of the three-storey building. The first storey - wet market and retail stalls) and there are 1,440 seats. 3^rd storey houses a roof-top car park which offers 120 lots. Don't know what to eat or which good food to attempt? Just look out for long queue!

What’s Good:

The food. There are so many choices there that one cant finish in a week!

The cleanliness - no longer wet and dirty and smelly.

Better facilities - Escalators, lifts and car park.

What’s not so Good:

Too much queue. Have to spend some time for good food.

Carnivore

Location:
Vivo City #01-161/162
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585

Website:
http://www.carnivore.com.sg

Introduction:
Carnivore is a Brazilian buffet restaurant that buffets on many types of meat. The meat are all roasted/grilled and served in swords, served hot from the kitchen and sliced right infront of you and according to your potion They have a small salad bar for you to get your free flow portions of vegetables. Drinks will be charged separately. Ranges from wine, mocktails, smoothies to soft drinks.

Operating Hours:
Buffet Lunch: 11.30am - 3pm
Happy Hour (Beverage): 3pm - 5.30pm
Happy Hour Buffet Dinner: 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Buffet Dinner: 6.30pm - 10pm
*Please refer to official website for more details

What’s Good:

The service is friendly and fast. The food are served hot from the grill and sliced right infront of you and according to your potion.

Great atmosphere is just different from any other restaurant. I think it is great for small gatherings.

The meat which is grilled/roasted are not dry and tough. They are nice and juicy. There were about 11 types of meat that night. Pork, fish, beef, chicken, sausages etc.

Most probably something you never try before – grilled/roasted pineapple. As usual they will slice for you. If you get the outer parts, they are dry and blackish and taste like dried preserved pineapple. The inner parts are sweet, juicy and warm.

What’s not so Good:

The staff did not follow the card provided which indicates to serve or not to serve the customer any more food. Maybe they are just too passionate in their job.

Seems like fish is expensive. It is served in small fillets and I only manage to catch them once and one.

Abit pricy but is worth if you don’t eat there very frequently.

The next 2 days I was with flu. Guess that the food is abit too heaty. My recommendation is that do remember to drink more water after the dinner.

Note: 2 Weekday dinner + 2 fruit smoothie = $98