Ever walked into a café and wished you were the one living in it? The Plain is the kind of place that does the magic. Located in the conservation area of Tanjong Pagar just a short walk away from the MRT exit, this two-month-old Melbourne-inspired café serves an all-day breakfast menu amid simple yet chic décor.
Start it off with a cuppa Genovese coffee (from $2.80) made the way you like it, your perfect mate for a morning perk-up or lazy afternoon sip. Add in a shot of soya goodness for just 50 cents.
Stop bothering about all the chicken-and-egg questions in life and have a Humpty Dumpty & Vegemite Soldiers ($5.00). Our all-time local breakfast favourtie is now served with buttered toasts sticks.
Get ready to dip in!
Recommended by the owner was Darling's Eggs ($7.50, $10.50 for two), poached egg, ham, cheese and roma tomatoes on sourdough toast. Simply delightful.
Antipasto ($8.00), grilled eggplant, artichoke and rocket leaves sandwiched between Italian Ciabatta Bread, an ideal choice for vegetarians. Its portion might be small for some, but hey, a good breakfast doesn't have to be a filling one as I have come to learn these years.
An instant invention by my companion while I was busy shooting away. 'We should propose this to Vincent (the owner) to make it the kid's meal', he jokingly suggested.
Notice something missing from the menu? That's right, the desserts. But fret not, different homebaked sweets such as chocolate and lemon tarts are made fresh the daily. Be warned though as they get wiped out pretty quickly.
6-seater private corner tucked away from the sight of other diners, available through advance booking.
Besides the remarkably comforting food and cosy ambience, the service crews here are friendly and easy to talk to, so much so that you can treat them as your normal friends. Oh, did I mention that this place as well as the people are extremely camera-friendly too?
If you are planning a visit to The Plain, remember to do a check on their online bulletin for their scheduled off days.
This café is another great find by Yen of Vanilla Minuet. Check out her blog to see The Plain in a 'different light'.
The Plain
50 Craig Road #01-01
Daily, 730am - 730pm (Schedule)
6225 4387