Stylish boulangerie-restaurant delivering creative, fusion-leaning comfort plates and standout pastries; food is generally delicious with a few execution and service inconsistencies, and pricing sits at the premium end for the area.
Alice Boulangerie & Restaurant delivers competitive quality with strong food quality anchored by signature dishes like wagyu beef cheek risotto and prawn capellini, plus exceptional design appeal that creates an inviting escape within the CBD. However, inconsistent execution on breakfast staples and variable service attentiveness during peak times prevent it from reaching higher territory—the restaurant shows promise but lacks the reliable polish of premier neighborhood destinations.
The room feels warm and romantic with florals, soft pastels, and marble-topped tables, a calm escape from the CBD bustle. Service swings from attentive to stretched, but moments of care stand out: "They turned off the vent above us and checked on drinks." Desserts look whimsical and the pastry case draws many phones. In the kitchen, the cooking leans modern bistro with Asian accents: prawn capellini with tobiko and mentaiko mayo, char siew-style wagyu short rib, and a much-loved wagyu beef cheek risotto. Flavors are generous and comforting rather than theatrical, though a few plates run rich or arrive less crisp than ideal. If you love creative touches over strict tradition, you will find plenty to enjoy. For families, it is fairly accommodating: pasta, burgers, fries, and showpiece pastries keep kids happy. Note there is no explicit kids menu, and one review flagged stroller access challenges at the entrance steps. Brunch staples like eggs, big breakfast, and mac and cheese are safe picks for younger palates.
Area vibe: CBD fringe near Tanjong Pagar; office-heavy weekdays, relaxed weekends; modern mixed-use complex vibe.
Safety: Well-lit, busy during work hours, generally safe with steady foot traffic.
What's nearby: Icon Village mall setting near offices, residences, and MRT; many cafes, izakayas, and casual spots nearby.
The wagyu beef cheek risotto and prawn capellini are the two standout mains you should consider ordering.
It is pricey with a 10% service charge and weekend brunch waits can stretch up to an hour so booking helps.
Think floral, pastel, marble tables and a pastry case that draws a crowd, but it can get busy and echoey at peak times.