A hidden gem that offers a unique Peranakan dining experience, INDOCAFÉ at Scotts Road continues to preserve the Peranakan community’s flavour, culture, and tradition. Constantly innovating and keeping up with the times, diners can now enjoy new and incredible dishes along with popular signatures. Head down this festive season for an unforgettable and scrumptious dining experience!
INDOCAFÉ: Michelin Bib Gourmand Peranakan Restaurant
Despite being close to the bustling Orchard Road, INDOCAFÉ aims to provide an environment filled with nostalgia. The restaurant is located in a charming colonial house surrounded by lush greenery, making it a suitable dining destination for all occasions.
One of the most difficult cuisines to perfect, Peranakan food involves chefs preparing the dishes for hours to perfect the flavours. INDOCAFÉ serves up dishes that have been meticulously perfected by Chef Heng Eng Ho. With over 20 years of experience, the Penang-born chef continues to create and harmonise unique flavours, preserving the Peranakan culture by keeping the flame alive, one dish at a time.
A Homage to Peranakan Culture
INDOCAFÉ’s interior celebrates the vibrant heritage of Peranakan culture. The walls spot framed artworks of Peranakan influences like the Kebaya and feature a series of Blackwood Furniture. The Peranakan Embroidery stands as a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic flair of the Peranakan community.
The satin stitch, where stitches of varying lengths are densely sewn onto the base, is a recurring feature in the Peranakan textile arts. Each embroidered piece tells a story of skill, tradition, and the rich tapestry of Peranakan artistry.
What’s On The Menu
1. Signature Kueh Pie Tee ($19)
Let your Peranakan journey begin with classic starters like the Signature Kueh Pie Tee. Enjoy delectable deep-fried pastry cups filled with braised shredded turnips, dried prawns and crabmeat, drizzled with chilli sauce and kecap manis.
2. Itek Tim ($14)
Another starter to opt for, the Itek Tim is a salted vegetable duck leg soup that features a whole duck leg cooked till tender. Paired with mustard greens and nutmeg, the hearty soup is elevated with a dash of brandy.
3. Babi Pongteh ($28)
For mains, indulge in Spanish Iberico pork belly with the Babi Pongteh. Marinated with fermented soybean paste and cooked with potatoes, aromatic spices, onion, and garlic, it allows the nuttiness of the pork to shine with each bite.
4. Sotong Masak Hitam ($26)
For flavours from the sea, the Sotong Masak Hitam is made with stir-fried baby squid with squid ink. Premium soya sauce is added for a pleasant balance and layers of umami.
5. Nonya Chap Chye ($19)
Braised vegetables will be stealing the show with the Nonya Chap Chye. Sweetened with large prawns in fermented bean paste, lily buds mushrooms are added for an incredible burst of flavour.
6. Dry Laksa ($26)
Served with three giant and fresh prawns, the Dry Laksa is a soupless interpretation of the beloved dish, promising all the best flavours of Laksa.
7. Signature Kueh Salat ($15)
No Peranakan meal is complete without some homemade kuehs for dessert. INDOCAFÉ’s Signature Kueh Salat is made with glutinous rice dyed blue with butterfly blue pea flowers and sweetened with a rich pandan coconut custard.
INDOCAFÉ’S Signature Tasting Menu
If you’re spoiled for choice, Chef Ho has created a Signature Tasting Menu ($98++ per pax) comprising must-tries for a comprehensive journey through Peranakan flavours. Six courses including soup are specially curated with dishes like the Sayur Lodeh, Udang Masak Nanas, Babi Pongteh, Ikan Sambal Bunga Kantan, and Signature Kueh Salat.
Hurry down for a taste this Christmas!
Address: 35 Scotts Road, Singapore 228227
Operating Hours: Tues to Sun – Lunch: 12pm to 3pm / Dinner: 6pm to 10.30pm
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