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Feel Like You're "Emily In Paris" At This Pretty French Cafe In Singapore With Parisian Vibes

Feel Like You're "Emily In Paris" At This Pretty French Cafe In Singapore With Parisian Vibes

Food
By Karmen on 23 Feb 2021
Digital Editor
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Dreaming of a holiday to Paris, France? Dubbed Singapore's Emily in Paris experience, Café Gavroche is a gorgeous Parisian cafe & bar with an ambience that's probably the closest thing to being in the French city.

Keep reading to find out more about Café Gavroche at Tanjong Pagar, Singapore

Stepping into Café Gavroche will transport you into one of those charming, quaint cafes you chance upon in the streets of Paris.

cafe gavroche outdoor alfresco singaporePhoto from @aristan89 via Instagram

The interior has an old-world charm reminiscent of how Paris is often portrayed in films like Amélie and Paris, je t'aime. Wall murals, mosaic tile floors, panelled walls, large mirrors and French typography and signs all create a romantic Parisian dining experience.

wall mural at cafe gavrochePhoto from @veekoh via Instagram

cafe gavroche singaporePhoto from @gracexiiaoc via Instagram

One of the dining sections is particularly reminiscent of Parisian streets, with vintage French posters, a street lamp and even cobblestone floors.

paris style cafe gavroche singaporePhoto from @veekoh via Instagram

The sister brand of the nearby restaurant Brasserie Gavroche, Café Gavroche also offers Parisian cuisine. If you're there for a light meal, go for their tartines like the Smoked Pork Belly with Reblochon Cheese ($18) and Avocado Toast with Smoked Salt and Arugula ($14).

Smoked Pork Belly with Reblochon Cheese cafe gavrochePhoto from Café Gavroche

ham croissant sausages avocado toast at cafe gavrochePhoto from Café Gavroche

For something more filling, go for their sandwiches like Croque-Monsieur ($16), a sandwich with baked ham, Emmental cheese and béchamel sauce, Planche de Fromages ($26), a French cheese platter with dried fruits and walnuts, or one of their comfort dishes like soup and stews.

Croque Monsieur sandwich with baked ham, Emmental cheese and béchamel saucePhoto from Café Gavroche

French cheese platter with dried fruits and walnutsPhoto from Café Gavroche

On weekends, the cafe serves rustic and hearty breakfasts with freshly- baked croissants, pastries, French jams and egg dishes.

They also have an extensive beverage menu including aperitifs, wines, beers, vodkas, gin, ciders and rum from France and other parts of the world, Alain Millat French fruit juices, coffees and teas by TWG Tea.

Pastis Collection at Café & Bar GavrochePhoto from Café Gavroche

Café Gavroche
Address: 69 Tras St, Singapore 079008 (6-minute walk from Tanjong Pagar MRT Station)
Opening hours: Mon: 12 - 10pm; Tues to Sat: 12pm - 12am; Closed on Sundays.
Website & Menu | Facebook | Instagram | Reservations

More places in Singapore to feel like you're not in Singapore:

- Japan: sakura-filled cafe in Orchard Road & Kyoto-style restaurant with zen garden at Raffles
- Korea: autumn-themed cafe in Tanjong Pagar
- Taiwan: minimalist cafe in West Coast
- Hong Kong: glamorous hidden cafe in Chinatown
- Spain: rose-filled bar near Somerset
- Thailand: $0.80 boat noodle bistro in Yishun

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