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Orchard Road Food: Yang Xiao Xian’s Mango Milk Ice

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A cool, creamy Taiwanese dessert fix at Orchardgateway Spot the bright orange facade: Yang Xiao Xian at Orchardgateway B1-12, a counter-service dessert stop with quick turnover and mall seating. Hidden on B1-12 of Orchardgateway (right by Somerset MRT), Yang Xiao Xian Mango Milk Ice 杨小贤 (芒果绵绵冰) dishes out towering bowls of mián mián bīng —ultra-fine shaved milk ice draped in mango syrup and piled with ripe fruit. The draw isn’t just flavour; it’s that cotton-soft texture that melts the second it hits your tongue. Portions come in Standard (1–2 pax) and Super (3–5 pax), so whether you’re on a solo sugar dash or finishing a group meal, there’s a bowl with your name on it. If you’re building a sweet trail around Orchard, this makes a perfect stop after dinner or a mid-shopping cooldown. Pair it with a pre-dessert espresso at TAG Espresso Orchard Road or save space for a chocolate finale at The Dark Gallery —both are close enough to string into a neat loop. What to order (first-t...

Orchard Road Food: Pancakes & Friends Fluffy Stacks

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A petite Orchard gem for cloud-light pancakes (and more) Find Pancakes & Friends at Far East Plaza, #01-34 — a compact counter café serving soufflé pancakes, bagels and coffee. Tucked inside Far East Plaza (14 Scotts Rd, #01-34 , Singapore 228213), Pancakes & Friends is a low-key counter café turning out Japanese-style soufflé pancakes , budget-friendly bagels , and even crispy rosti . It’s the kind of place you stumble on between errands and end up recommending to friends because it nails the basics: fluffy textures, fair prices, friendly faces . Their socials frequently share flavour drops and hours (typically late morning to night), so check updates before you go. If you’re mapping an Orchard food crawl, this is a sweet stop to pair with brunch at Wild Honey — Mandarin Gallery or a coffee run at TAG Espresso Orchard . What to order: the crowd favourites Soufflé Pancakes (from ~$10–$12) The headline act: tall, jiggly, and light-as-clouds . The base leans lightly sweet...

Orchard Road Food: 49 SEATS’ Late-Night Tom Yum Pasta

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A Slice of Supper Heaven in Orchard Look for the bold “49” sign inside The Centrepoint — 49 SEATS sits at #01-49 along Orchard Road. Hidden inside The Centrepoint (176 Orchard Rd, #01-49 , Singapore 238843), 49 SEATS is one of Somerset’s most reliable late-night fixes. Think big portions, cheeky fusion sauces, and a cult-favourite Tom Yum Seafood Pasta that’s creamy, tangy, and just spicy enough to wake the taste buds after a long shopping day or post-movie wind-down. It’s unfussy, affordable for the area, and open late—exactly the sort of place you wish every mall had when cravings hit. If you’re plotting a day-to-night Orchard loop, brunch early at Wild Honey — Mandarin Gallery , roam the malls, then swing by 49 SEATS when the supper bell rings. Menu Highlights: Creamy, Tangy, Comforting Signature tom yum pastas with Cheese Fries and Fish & Chips — the classic 49 SEATS supper lineup at The Centrepoint. Tom Yum Seafood Pasta — The signature that built the brand. Rich and ...

Oni Kimbap × O.BBa Jjajang Express Orchard – Korean Street Eats Meet Fusion Comfort

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A Korean Street Feast Lands in Orchard Road Right in the heart of Orchard at Taste Orchard (160 Orchard Rd, #01-13/14) sits a kiosk buzzing with Seoul-style flavours — Oni Kimbap × O.BBa Jjajang Express . This unique collaboration brings together two well-loved Korean brands: Oni Kimbap , known for its inventive, rice-less kimbap rolls, and O.BBa Jjajang , Singapore’s favourite Korean-Chinese restaurant group. The result? A compact express stall serving everything from fusion-style kimbap to classic black bean noodles (jjajangmyeon) — all in one convenient Orchard pit stop. 📍 Editor’s note: According to The Straits Times , Taste Orchard will close by 31 December 2025 after OG terminated Hao Mart’s lease. So if you’ve been meaning to try Oni Kimbap × O.BBa Jjajang Express — now’s the time, before this pop-up disappears from Orchard’s food map. The bright Oni Kimbap counter inside Taste Orchard — where Korean street eats meet Orchard’s hustle. Menu Highlights: From Riceless Ki...