6 restaurants and cafes to check when you're near Stevens MRT!

1. the RITUAL cafe

The Ritual Cafe in Stevens offers a variety of dishes, including breakfast, mains, brunch, delis, cakes, pastries, and drinks like coffee, tea, juices, and smoothies. The Signature Crabmeat Aglio Olio (V) dish features al dente penne pasta tossed in olive oil, garlic, and chili, topped with sun-dried tomatoes for a delightful combination of flavors. The Ritual Basque Cheesecake is distinguished by its caramelized top and smooth, custard-like interior, offering a rich, layered flavor with a subtle bitterness. The Chai Latte served in a chic double-walled glass, is creamy light brown with a smooth layer of foam. The drink offers a comforting blend of spices and oat milk creaminess, with a rich mouthfeel from the steamed milk and a frothy top. The Chai Latte is a delightful addition to the dining experience.

Address: 383 Bukit Timah Rd, Alocassia Apartments, #01-09B, Singapore 259727

Opening Hours: 8am - 6.30pm

2. GRUB @ Stevens

GRUB, a popular restaurant in Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, has relocated to the elegant Novotel @ Stevens. Despite the change, GRUB continues to offer a diverse menu that blends Western and Asian fusion dishes, using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere for any dining occasion, with a touch of sophistication added to the dining experience. One must-try dish is the Grilled Chicken Pesto pasta, which consists of perfectly cooked pesto pasta and a succulent grilled chicken chop. The dish is complemented by a vibrant green pesto sauce, which adds a touch of smoky, slightly charred flavor to the dish. The pesto sauce, made with fresh basil and garlic, brings the dish to life with its aromatic and flavorful profile. The new location at Novotel @ Stevens is a great spot for any meal of the day, with the Grilled Chicken Pesto pasta being just one example of the delicious offerings available.

Address: 30 Stevens Rd, #01-06 Novotel @ Stevens,  Singapore 257840

Opening Hours: 11am - 10pm

3. Al Borgo Italian Restaurant

Al Borgo Italian Restaurant, located in Alocassia Apartments on Bukit Timah Road, offers authentic, hearty Italian dishes with warm Italian hospitality. Their oven-baked pizza, specialty pasta, and Tuscan charcoal-grilled dishes are must-tries. The restaurant is conveniently located near Stevens MRT Station. The menu includes dishes like Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Zuppa di Pomodoro, Zuppa di mare, and Spaghetti di Cartoccio. The al dente pasta is coated in a light cream sauce, with a rich and flavorful flavor. Zuppa di mare is a seafood soup in hearty tomato sauce, with a tangier flavor than umami. Spaghetti di Cartoccio is a mixed seafood dish wrapped in baking paper, cooked al dente, and baked in a scorching oven.

Address: Alocassia Apartments, 383 Bukit Timah Rd, #01-02, Singapore 259727

Opening Hours: 11.30 am - 2.30 pm, 5.30 pm - 10 pm

4. Enjoy Eating House and Bar

Enjoy Eating House and Bar has expanded its dining experience by opening a second location on Stevens Road. Chef Joel's Mee Kia features egg noodles with a secret sauce, BBQ pork cheek, crab meat, vegetables, and a sous vide truffle egg. The noodles are rich with truffle oil, while the pork cheek char siew is tender and tasty. The Bakwan Kepiting Fish Maw Soup is a traditional Peranakan soup with handmade pork and crab meatballs and fish maw. The dish is hearty and flavorful, but at $18, the quantity of ingredients may be higher.

Address: Mercure Singapore On Stevens, 30 Stevens Rd, #01-07, Singapore 257840

Opening Hours: 11:30 am–12 am

5. Cafe Melba @ Fudebar

Cafe Melba @ Fudebar has partnered with Fude Bar at Mercure Singapore On Stevens, specializing in hearty brunch dishes and high-quality coffee. The menu includes classic breakfast items like toasties, lunch and dinner options like pizzas and pasta. The pasta of the day is beef bolognese spaghetti, served with a latte. The dish is rich, satisfying, and well-seasoned, while the latte is velvety and rich.

Address: Mercure Singapore On Stevens, 28 Stevens Rd, Singapore 257878

Opening Hours: 7 am–11 pm

6. Miyabi Japanese Restaurant

Miyabi Japanese Restaurant, located in Raffles Town Club, offers authentic Japanese dishes like sushi, sashimi, and teppanyaki. The restaurant is accessible only to Raffles Town Club members, but the prices are reasonable. The salmon sashimi is $12, while the Kani Chawanmushi is $10, featuring a velvety custard with crab meat, fish roe, and gin-an sauce. The Nabeyaki Udon is $15, a thick wheat noodles soup with a variety of ingredients, including scallops, mushrooms, vegetables, chicken, prawn tempura, and a raw egg. The restaurant's upscale location and reasonable pricing make it a popular choice for dining.

Address: 1 Plymouth Ave, Level 2 Raffles Town Club, Singapore 297753

Opening Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 6:30–11 pm

Closed on Wednesday