Came across a few new posts on the new Good Intentions at 45 East Coast Road — the establishment takes over the former location of Bergs. Being an all-day dining establishment, Good Intentions serves up mains and bar bites — they also do serve a burger menu in collaboration with Bergs as well. Offering beverages such as specialty coffee on the menu, the primary focus here would be their alcoholic selections — think draft beers on tap, cocktails and a limited selection of wine. For those who are not into alcoholic beverages, there are also house-made concoctions such as their very own Ice Cream Soda as well.

Being one of the sides listed on the menu, the Shrimp Paste Karaage would be a great item to share across the table or to have as a light bite with the various alcoholic beverages that they have to offer. A fusion between the local Har Jeong Kai with the Japanese Karaage Chicken, I really liked how the chunks of chicken are well-sized — the batter on the exterior being crisp but not too thick; each piece carrying an evident hint of umami-ness from the shrimp paste. The flesh within is juicy and tender as well. Needless to say, we found ourselves snacking on them whilst mopping up our choice of mains — pretty addictive and would work especially well as bar bite.

Being an all-day dining spot in the Katong neighbourhood where there are no lack of F&B establishments, I like how Good Intentions is styled as a destination that stays true to its conceptual theme. There is that intimacy in its dining space within the first level, but the dining area on the second level is nothing short of being a peaceful sanctuary with a laid-back vibe; suitable for couples on a date or a bunch of friends gathering for a drink. The menu also boasts of suitable options that is as versatile as it can get — being great for a filling lunch or a sharing plate for dinner with drinks. With all that and a range of draft beer on tap available, Good Intentions is probably a watering hole that residents in the area would love to have around.