We enter the warmly-lit Strangers’ Reunion cafe and are quite taken aback by the buzz and energy rolling off the crowd in waves. The waitress motions for us to follow her when she realises there are only two of us. The family of four in front are told to wait for a bigger table – they’re all taken. We weave our way through the packed interior, past tables of boisterous mid-twenties and hungry expats, and settle ourselves by a bright window that drenches us in plenty of natural light. Perfect.
The cafe is clearly in vogue with the cafe-going crowd this side of the city. From the folks who brought us the likes of Curious Palette on Prinsep Street, it’s really no surprise Strangers’ Reunion is loved. Perhaps it is the minimalist interior, with its touch of chic rustic homeliness, that keeps everyone coming back. Or, it could very well be the food dished out here — hearty and healthy with a good pinch of aesthetic finesse. One thing’s for sure: whatever Strangers’ Reunion is doing, it’s clearly doing it right.
What to eat and drink at Strangers’ Reunion
Your heart will be stolen by the luscious flavours of the Crabcake Reunion. Its eye-catching presentation and impressive list of ingredients make up the stack. Ribbons of asparagus, a delightfully fluffy crab croquette, creamy avocado chunks, a poached egg that oozes perfectly, aburi chive hollandaise, and a smattering of ikura and micro herbs for colour.
That said, the Strangers’ Reunion menu is constantly changing to reflect the creativity of their kitchen. You’ll find something new to try as the seasons go by.
Thirsty? You will never taste anything more decadent than their bottled Sea Salt Chocolate – an elixir for sweet tooths who like their sweet treats with a twist. Honestly, it’s like pouring liquid dessert down your throat. If we could get our hands on a daily dose of the stuff, we 100% would.
But perhaps you’re hankering for a hit of caffeine instead. No problem. Creamy coffee lovers will no doubt want to make return trips to pick up orders of White Magic (it will heal any ailment).
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Where is Strangers’ Reunion, and what else is around?
Strangers’ Reunion is located at 35 Kampong Bahru Road. The closest MRT Station is Outram Park, just a 5-minute walk away.
There are a few other cafes in the area: Highlander Coffee Espresso Bar, Little Part 1 Cafe, Chef Icon Nature Bakery, just to name a few. If you have the time, have a little wander around the area. Neil Road, Everton Road and Blair Road are littered with old shophouses. You’ll find everything from antique stores to art dealers to cake shops. Walk a little further and you’ll find a few residential blocks and plenty of greenery. Spottiswoode Park Road and the nearby HDB flats are home to some stray kitties. Blocks 106 and 107 have great views of the Keppel Harbour and all the colourful containers that come to port.
Strangers’ Reunion
35 Kampong Bahru Road
Singapore 169356
strangersreunion.com
The above is a revised article. The original version can be found on the author’s personal blog.
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