Here's where d'Good Café comes in!
Although the place is quite small and seating is limited at its Holland Village outlet, the surroundings are cozy and inviting. There are three seating accommodation options and all are different; care has clearly been taken to maximize the usage of each area. On the same level as the main counter, the Lawn - as its name suggests - has two swing seats positioned right above a large grassy patch in an impressive imitation of real greenery, and facing an enormous glass window that overlooks the main road. There are also sofa seats and polished wooden chairs here but the swing seats are staggeringly popular, so come as early as possible if you want a higher chance of snagging them.
On the third storey, you have the choice of either the Attic, which has a kiddish feel due to the colorful rocking horses and building-block inspired chairs, or the Balcony, an open space with wicker chairs and tables underneath a spreading tent.
They have a brunch menu, perfect for those who want to sleep in on the weekends.
I decided to try the Portobello Mushroom Eggs Benedict ($14+). This is the first time I'm having poached eggs at a café - usually I like them scrambled. Two wobbly poached eggs sat atop their grilled mushrooms, accompanied by a fresh salad and fat cheery tomato. The mushrooms were juicy and the warm runny yolks heightened my enjoyment, although it started to get cloying after a while. The biting, citrus taste of the salad sauce helped in keeping the rest of breakfast down.
Main courses aside, one of the best items and all-time favorite would have to be the Maple Sea Salt Cheesecake ($9 per slice). It looks ordinary but behind that unassuming appearance lurks a marvelous, light and creamy interior, infused with the sweetness of maple syrup and resting on a crumbly crust. Even better is the leaf on top accompanying each slice - did you know it's white chocolate? And deliciously edible?
Of course, what good is coming to a café if you're not going to order any drinks to wash down your dessert? Especially a place like d'Good Café where each and every cup of coffee is meticulously brewed to suit the palate.
The Rose of Sharon Latte ($6.50+) blends the taste of coffee, milk and the flower's natural goodness together. The result is a delightful and fragrant cuppa with the slightest tinge of bitterness. It doesn't require any addition of sugar, which is saying something as most lattes are too bitter for me to enjoy on their own.
Drop by d'Good Café for a great time!
Halal Certified: No
273 Holland Avenue
#02-01/02
Singapore 278992
Website: http://dgoodcafe.com/
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