The Affogato - Singapore

The bagel portion is ample enough to satisfy your hunger. The coffee and chai tea are quite good, and the banana cake with ice cream is excellent. The atmosphere is cozy. However, on a warm day, the two air conditioners are insufficient for comfort.

**Affogato Round The World Series:** **Banira Uji Cha — $14.00** As a matcha enthusiast, I couldn't pass this one up! The sweetness and richness were perfectly balanced. I recommend enjoying it immediately for the best experience before it melts. The desserts here are simply stunning and perfect for Instagram-worthy shots, featuring Madagascan vanilla bean gelato, matcha cake, azuki red beans, matcha streusels, all served with Craft Fox Tea Uji Matcha. **Nocciola Italia — $16.00** The coffee aroma is robust in every bite. I loved the variety of textures in this dessert, making for a delightful taste and mouthfeel experience. I highly recommend it if you’re a coffee lover, as it includes hazelnut praline gelato, hazelnut panna cotta, hazelnut cake, whole roasted hazelnuts, and a double shot of Paramount espresso. **Savories:** **Mediterranean (V) — $12.00** This may sound ordinary, but I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was! The bagel had a firm, chewy texture that was satisfying to bite into. The ingredients and fillings were perfectly matched—every bite was heavenly. I know it sounds exaggerated, but that's genuinely how I felt, though everyone's palate is different! It features a toasted bagel with sun-dried tomatoes, herbed marinated artichokes, black olives, mesclun mix, and plain cream cheese. **Mushroom Melt (V) — $13.00** This was generously packed with mushrooms and tasted just as good as it looked. It consists of toasted focaccia with roasted mushrooms, cheddar cheese, and mesclun mix. Overall, this place is a hidden gem for a relaxing afternoon filled with quality food and dessert. It’s perfect for couples or small group gatherings!

Delicious sandwich made with focaccia! I tried the meatless option, and it definitely gets a thumbs up. I also recommend the chocolate chip cookie. It's small for the price, but its richness makes it worth it. It might just be the best chocolate chip cookie in town—sorry, Sid! The only downside is that the place is quite small. However, if you can’t wait, there’s always Gastronomia just around the corner. Alternatively, you could get takeout and enjoy your meal al fresco at the nearby Botanical Gardens. Just remember to dispose of your trash!

I wouldn’t describe myself as a regular, but I visit this place fairly often. They offer the best chocolate sorbet and perfectly balanced chai drinks. However, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude to the staff, who likely noticed that I was having a difficult conversation with my friends and looking quite emotional. They kindly and discretely placed a scoop of vanilla ice cream on our table and encouraged us to enjoy it. I’m not sure if it was connected to my situation, but I truly appreciated the thoughtful gesture.

It's best to visit at night when there are fewer people! The atmosphere is great, and the ice cream is absolutely amazing!