Guerilla Coffee @ Kallang Riverside - Flagship Outlet With An All-Day Menu and An On-site Roastery

Guerilla Coffee, the homegrown speciality coffee concept, has unveiled its flagship outlet at Kallang Riverside, introducing an all-day dining menu. The space highlights the art of coffee, featuring globally sourced beans roasted in small batches onsite and a 'slow' coffee bar where curated filter brews are served. Beyond coffee, the outlet doubles as a hub for community engagement, hosting regular programs and events to enrich the coffee experience.

Guerilla Butterboard 4/5

Guerilla Seasonal Butterboard ($18) was an indulgent offering that showcased house-churned butter generously spread across a wooden board. It was accompanied by seasonal fruits, sourdough, and house-made coffee salt. So decadent was the butter that some diners couldn't resist scraping every bit off the board! However, for the amount of butter on the board, definitely more sides are needed.

Summer Chicken Salad 4.5/5

The Summer Chicken Salad ($18) was a refreshing and zesty dish. It combined a hearty amount of tender shredded chicken with crisp greens, juicy pomelo, and orange slices in a citrusy dressing.

Buttermilk Chicken Waffles with Espresso Maple 3.8/5

A cafe-essential dish but uniquely Guerilla's: Buttermilk Chicken Waffles and Espresso Maple ($20). The buttermilk-marinated chicken is coated in a cereal-style batter, resulting in a perfectly crispy exterior while remaining juicy inside. The accompanying house-made espresso maple syrup lent the dish a dark, complex note while tying it back to Guerilla's coffee expertise.

Tamarind Sea Bass 4/5

The Tamarind Sea Bass ($28) offers a locally sourced fillet. Both sides were well-seared and delighted with a tender and flaky texture. The accompanying tamarind broth was light yet flavourful, with herbaceous and tangy undertones from ginger flower and lime.

Grilled Pork Jowl 4.5/5

The Grilled Pork Jowl is a true crowd-pleaser. With an ideal fat-to-meat ratio, the pork was tender and flavourful with an enjoyable bite, elevated by a tangy Nam Jim Jaew sauce. The sauce cut through the richness of the meat, enhancing its flavours and making it even more appetising. For a more complete experience, house-made brioche is a highly recommended side. Its buttery sweetness provides a delightful contrast, complementing the pork's savoury notes and the sauce's acidity.

Guerilla G2 Tiramisu Deck 4/5

We tried 2 desserts: the Guerilla G2 Tiramisu Deck ($16) and the Walnut Dark Choc Banana Bread with Chantilly Cream ($12). The tiramisu was better executed, with bittersweet Savoiardi biscuits soaked in Guerilla No.2 espresso and Kahlua, achieving a perfectly balanced of sweetness. On the other hand, the banana bread fell short of expectations. Its cloying sweetness overpowered the chocolate and banana flavours, making it more reminiscent of a standard counter-style banana bread rather than an elevated dessert.

Walnut Dark Choc Banana Bread 2.5/5

Guerilla Coffee also avocates the 'slow coffee' movement, a philosophy that promotes mindfulness and a deliberate pace in both brewing and enjoying coffee. There is an on-site roastery to enable the team to source and roast small batches of premium coffee beans globally. In addition, you can even choose from a selection of beans to be roasted on the spot in just 15 minutes, allowing for a highly personalised experience. A 1-hour Auction Coffee Discovery Session ($148) is available for booking if you wish to take your experience up a notch.

Photos and words by Si An. A girl who is allured by travelling, loves the feel of freedom, smell of the rain and the aroma of fine coffee and food. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Guerilla Coffee
Kallang Riverside
51 Kampong Bugis
#01-03
Singapore 338986
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Nearest MRT: Lavender (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Fri: 10am - 5pm
Sat-Sun: 9am - 5pm
(Closed on Mon)

Direction:
1) Alight at Lavender MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to Crawford Street. Turn right onto Crawford Street and walk down Crawford Street. Cross the bridge at Kallang Riverside Park West across the canal. Turn left at Kampong Bugis. Walk down Kampong Bugis to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

Hanare by Takayama @ Takashimaya - Japanese Seasonal Snow Crab Themed Dinner Set for Two at $150++

Hanare by Takayama, located in Takashimaya Shopping Centre, is led by Chef Taro Takayama, who has previously had stints in three-star Michelin restaurants in Osaka. The restaurant is known for serving refined yet homely Japanese dishes made with premium ingredients.

Dinner Set for Two 4.2/5

To keep the menu fresh, seasonal specials are frequently introduced. This time, they are offering a Snow Crab Dinner Set for Two ($150++), with an optional 180ml house-pour sake add-on for $30++.

Snow Crab Salad with Ginger Citrus Dressing

The meal began with a Snow Crab Salad tossed in a fragrant ginger citrus dressing, served atop a bed of greens, cherry tomatoes, pickled radish, and orange. The dressing starts with a gentle ginger aroma, followed by bright citrus notes. For an additional $22, diners can opt for the Aburi Wagyu Salad, featuring lightly seared wagyu drizzled with a spicy sesame dressing and topped with crispy deep-fried potato.

Sashimi Platter

Next, the Sashimi Platter presented three kinds of seasonal sashimi, each sliced thick.

Snow Crab Chawanmushi with Ikura

The luxurious Snow Crab Chawanmushi with Ikura stood out, generously topped with sweet snow crab meat, briny ikura, and rich kani miso (crab innards). Beneath the toppings, the silky steamed egg custard offers a luxurious depth of umami enjoyed together.

Grilled Seasonal Fish

The Grilled Seasonal Fish, served with seasonal vegetables, featured two perfectly cooked salmon fillets accompanied by broccolini seasoned with an addictive chilli powder. For those seeking additional indulgence, diners can upgrade to the Saikyo Miso Pork Belly (+$12) or the Miyazaki A5 Wagyu Steak (+$76), both served with seasonal vegetables.

Snow Crab with Ikura Kamameshi

A highlight at Hanare is their Kamameshi, a traditional iron-pot rice dish. This set includes the Snow Crab with Ikura Kamameshi, cooked in fragrant dashi with Koshihikari rice, mushrooms, edamame, carrots, and bamboo shoots. There was also miso soup and pickles served together.

The female snow crab is packed with tender meat, crab eggs, and rich crab innards. Mix everything together for a deeply umami-filled bite. If you can't finish, the staff will shape the remaining rice into onigiri for takeaway. Other Kamameshi options include the Unagi Kamameshi (+$18) and Wagyu Kamameshi (+$24), which feature sliced A4 wagyu.

Nashi Pear Sorbet Served with Sour Plum Jelly

The meal concluded with a Nashi Pear Sorbet served with Sour Plum Jelly. However, we found this overly sweet and slightly artificial in taste, making it the least impressive dish of the night.

Photos and words by Jo. A girl who loves her Mala (麻辣) at Da La (大辣), discovering hidden food gems and a good cup of matcha latte. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Hanare by Takayama
Takashimaya Shopping Centre
391 Orchard Road
#03-07
Ngee Ann City
Singapore 238872
Tel: +65 82989369
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line, TE Line), Somerset (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit 4. Follow the walkway through Wisma Atria to Takashimaya. Continue walking straight at Ngee Ann City until destination. Journey about 8 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Somerset MRT station. Take Exit B to Orchard Road. Head west or turn left onto Orchard Road against the flow of traffic. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]