Baja Fresh

Baja Fresh, the quick-casual Mexican chain which owns more than 250 stores in US and Dubai since 1990 opened its first Asia outlet at Singapore in 2012. With their motto, EAT WELL, LIVE FRESH, it continues to serve Mexican favourites like tacos, burritos, salads and fajitas featuring fresh and flavourful ingredients. All entrees are made with all natural, hormone free, fire-grilled chicken, steak, fish and shrimp.

I love the fact that they are take pride on serving freshest and highest quality food with very reasonable price. Taste-wise, it didn't really blew me away, but it was still good. I didn't take any photo of the interior, it basically like a fast food style concept with a salsa bar for guests to choose from a selection of freshly made salsas.

Char Siu Burrito $14.95

The burrito is huge... and very filling. Saw some people add on with Enchilado style and it looks sooooo good! They will actually top up the burrito with chips in red chile sauce and melted Jack cheese with sour cream and pico de gallo. Definitely going to try it if I visit this place again.

Chicken Breast Fajitas - Regular $12.95/ Grande $15.95

The chicken Fajitas came with mix of grilled veggies, Baja rice, beans, sour cream, guacamole with warm tortillas. Sadly it was a bit lack of flavor.

Complimentary Nachos

Nachos! I love it. Crispy, extremely satisfying when dip in the salsas they offered. 

Shrimp Quesadillas - Regular $15.95/ Grande $18.95

This happened to be my favourite dish of the night :) 

It was cheesy and I really like the slightly crispy texture.

Single Taco Mahi Mahi $7.45

It is a long overdue post and I can't remember the taste of taco. I think it was just so-so judging by the look. 

Baja Fresh very much reminds me of Subway. Healthy, fresh fast food at great prices. (Is Subway really healthy? I will leave the answer to you) Although you can't expect some life-changing Mexican food here, but it is always an ideal place for the quick fix to satisfy your Mex cravings. P/S: The food they posted on Facebook page looks very attractive and I really doubt that it was me who don't know how to order (or take better photograph)

Baja Fresh

6337 7300

9, Bras Basah Road #01-03 

Rendezvous Gallery

8.30am - 10pm 

Weekend Brunch At Cafe & Bar Gavroche

Cafe Gavroche, located just across the street from Brasserie Gavroche, is the second creation by Chef Patron Federic Colin. While Brasserie Gavroche showcases the hearty classic entree and main dishes of Parisians, Cafe Gavroche food features lighter French fare like tartines and breads with a large selection of French wines to complete the beverage menu. 

The design of the cafe is true to the ethos of the Parisian spirit. Upon entry is the main bar area. Next is the indoor 'terrace' section filled with natural sunlight with cobblestone flooring, reminiscent of a typical Parisian cafe. The inner space is a intimate dining area with long rustic wooden tables and chairs, perfect for big groups gathering. 

They serve weekend brunch from 10.30am to 2pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Diners can indulge in their signature croissants, pastries and country breads along with French jams and our familiar egg dishes. 

Croissant $2.50, Pain Au Chocolat $3.50

We love the croissants. They were flaky, puffy and salty. We ended up eating three. The jams were good too, but I only love eating my croissant with butter. They are perfect match! The pain au chocolat was rather normal. 

Smoked Salmon Oeufs Benedict $25

When was the last time I had egg bens? I couldn't remember... I'm not fancy of brunch, cafe stuff. This dish was decent enough but nothing spectacular. The only thing I don't quite like is the hollandaise sauce was way too cheesy. 

Their another signature dish is Croque Monsieur but I couldn't convince myself to order a ham & cheese toast at $16. As there are getting more n more subpar cafes in Singapore, I'm confidently to say Cafe Gavroche is still one of the better brunch place. And if you have sick of seeing industrial/ vintage cafe designs, why not drop by here one of the weekend for a feel of Parisian?   

Cafe & Bar Gavroche

69, Tras Street

Singapore 079008

6225 4869

Tuesday to Fridays 12pm till late

(Food available from 12pm to 2.30pm & 6pm to 10.30pm)

Saturdays from 10.30am till late

(Food available for Weekend Brunch and from 6pm to 10.30pm)

Sunday from 10.30am to 2pm

*Weekend Brunch from 10.30am to 2pm, available Saturdays and Sundays.