Coffee: NOWHERE @ West Coast Plaza, Singapore

When Coffee: Nowhere came to occupy the huge, empty space left by Fish & Co during mid-2014, I was like "Hallelujah,  praise the good Lord, now we have more cafes in my vicinity". However, it was not until recently that we decided to have our lazy Saturday brunch at this Malaysia-based cafe. Their interior was spacious, with their kitchen and counter right in the middle. Unlike many cafes which discourage diners to chill and study there, Coffee: Nowhere have more than enough seats due to their spacious concept. But when all the seats are packed and you're the only one mugging on your lecture notes, be automatic a bit lah. By the way it is Coffee "Now Here", not Coffee "No where" hor. 

Sushi Tei @ West Coast Plaza, Singapore

Sushi Tei has been around in Singapore since 1994, serving authentic Japanese cuisine with much affordable prices compared to many other restaurants. Why do people love it? First, there's the great value. Second, there's the quality. If you still have doubts, simply head down to any of their outlets during meal hours and see for yourself.

Their dishes never fail to impress me. A mix of innovation and creativity is probably how I would described their offerings. Take Rainbow Roll (S$13.80) for example, a classic presentation of colours in one single dish, topped with roes and drizzled with Japanese mayonnaise. Not to even mention the mouth-gasm that goes along each and every piece of sushi. Another sushi dish I highly recommend would be their Dragon Roll (S$14, S$9 for mini) - a beautiful combination of avocado slices and deep fried prawn. The thing is, I don't usually take avocado, but the complement of flavours was a true surprise for everyone on the table.

Paradise Inn @ West Coast Plaza, Singapore

Besides having Soup Restaurant for our weekly family dinner, Paradise Inn is another one of the choices we frequent much. Under one of Singapore's largest restaurant chains - Paradise Group (which houses Paradise Dynasty, Canton Paradise, Kungfu Paradise etc.),  Paradise Inn is a casual dining concept with authentic, yet affordable Chinese cuisine served in a nostalgic teahouse setting.

 

Please kindly note that all prices listed below is based on the smallest size available for each individual dish without promotions or sets.

 

Paradise Inn serves the best Chinese Style Pan-Fried Beef Fillet (S$14.90). Succulent beef fillets cut into bite-size slices. Tender, juicy and pan-fried to just the right doneness, what else are you looking?

 

Stewed 'Dong Po' Pork (S$12.90 per portion) which consist a ratio of half-fat and half-lean meat pork belly stewed traditionally in Chinese condiments, including wine. This dish was oily but not greasy, however the lean part of the meat was a tad overcooked.

 

Supreme Seafood Rice (S$12.90) is a must-try - fragrant rice fried with a generous portion of shrimps and roes. We also had the Soup of the Day: Double-boiled Spare Ribs with Winter Melon and Dried Canpoy (S$17.90) which apparently "helps to lower blood pressure, nourishes 'yin' and improves functionalities of stomach and kidney.

 

Their vege-superstar Poached Chinese Spinach with Egg Trio and Minced Pork in Superior Stock (S$14.90) was awesome. In case, if you're wondering what is Egg Trio, it is Creamy Egg White, Century Egg and Salted Egg Yolk. They complemented the spinach really well. We always cleaned up this dish in a matter of minutes.

Braised Home-made Tofu (S$10.90) served with Golden Mushroom and Minced Pork was good, but nothing much to rave about.

 A small portion of desserts is included if you ordered their set meal. In our case, we had the Chilled Lemongrass Jelly with Lemonade (S$3.50). Minty, refreshing and thirst-quenching. It probably summarized up what one would like for a hot and humid day.

 

Paradise Inn is usually crowded with diners who are looking for a place to have their family dinner or for discussing business over a good pot of tea or desserts. Therefore, placing reservations is highly recommended if you were to visit during dinner hours at weekends.

 

 

 

 

Paradise Inn

 

Tel: 67779950

 

Opening Hours

Daily: 11:30 - 22:00
Last Order at 21:30.

 

154 West Coast Road

#B1-48

West Coast Plaza