Nassim Hill Bakery Bistro Bar

Brioche french toast (17)-probably the most generic french toast name. The exterior is eggy, but the inside doesnt soak the batter. It was not the best. 3.5/5

Rustic, woody, dark ambiance that somehow has that breakfast vibe to it. Service was good, friendly.

Cheddar Waffle ($19)-the waffle is more crispy than fluffy, which works for a savory type. The cheddar is there but isnt too overpowering, there is a subtle sweetness in the batter. The sourcream give a hint of tanginess. 4.5/5

Have high expectations of their skillet eggs but I think it's average for the price tag of $19. Underwhelming.

My second time ordering this dish although I usually shun the spicy stuff - and it is pretty spicy as far as chilli crab pastas go. I had to keep a cold drink at hand for the occasional respite from the spice but it is highly appetising as the sauce is also tangy and flavourful. The crab meat is quite tender as well. Comes in both half and full-sized portions which is quite flexible depending on your level of hunger. The sauce is also very generous, which makes you wish you had a few mantous to mop up the remains when the pasta's finished.

Tucked out of sight from the main Tanglin road, the restaurant isn't the easiest place to locate, it is worth visiting - an online booking recommended since you can get 25% of the mains, which is really good bang for your buck 🖒🖒

Nevertheless the wait was worthwhile with the thin crusted flatbread bearing an ideal cracker-like crispness. Texture was on point but unfortunately not so for the flavours. The sour cream was hardly detectable and the mozzarella cheese was a thin layer that could have been more distinct. The bulk of flavours are derived from the smoky bacon, crunchy caramelised (or should I say cinnamon-lised) apples with the caramelised onions bearing a mere presence too. IMO the apples didn't quite complement the savoury dish and I would have prefer if it was softer with more caramelised flavour. Perhaps this is more suited to those with a lighter palate as it wasn't flavourful enough for me 😥
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Apparently the truffle flavour seemed to be more distinct here as compared to the mac & cheese, flavourful and aromatic.
The mushrooms were chewy, juicy and lended a pleasant earthy note to the risotto that was creamy, thick while retaining a grainy mouthfeel. Topped with Parma ham chips that added a pleasant crisp factor and a tinge of savoury saltiness, the only gripe would be the steep pricetag that came along. But much thanks to @burpple for the giveaway, I managed to enjoy my meal here without any worries to the damage in my pocket ☺️. .
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With an approximate waiting time of 20-30 minute, the top layer of cheese was baked to perfection with golden brown exterior that was thick, gooey and crusty at the edges. A pity the elasticity wasn't that on point though, with the cheese being a little dry and as a result, not so flexible 😅. Truffle flavour and aroma was distinct but I would personally prefer it to be stronger. The macaroni are bathed in a creamy bechamel sauce that's flavourful with a subtle truffle aroma. Pasta was al dente but some parts (especially the bottom) were a tad too dry and undercooked. Overall, it's a dish that's flavourful and enjoyable (especially if you are a fan of cheese) but highly recommended for sharing. Would also prefer if there were some ingredients e.g. Mushrooms, bacon or ham to go along too instead of just plainly macaroni & cheese. .
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Finally one of the better ones I've tried! This is just the half portion. #burpple

Kinda disappointed with this dessert - a bed of warm pear compote, a scoop of vanilla ice cream and cheddar crumble. The ice cream was of good quality but we definitely wished the pear compote came with a much softer texture rather than how it was too crisp a crunch, clashing with the crumble. The cubes of pears could also be more evenly warmed and we would have probably liked a stronger tasting crumble, to bring the elements all together better. Maybe we should have gone for the Apple Crumble Cake!

Instead of toppings on the waffles, Nassim mixes in bits of bacon and cheddar cheese into their waffle batter before it goes on to the griddle! We enjoyed the crispy chewy texture and the savouriness you get in between bites. The side bacon strips were done well, sweet and savoury - definitely no complaints about too much bacon here! It might get a bit jelak if you’re planning to finish this yourself, but the chive sour cream did help with that. If not, get another dish and share it with a friend! Prices are quite steep here though.

I've never had this and Bone Marrow for $12? Of course we got this. Fatty and creamy, while it was bland on its own, pairing it with the buttered toasted baguette, delightfully crisp in contrast with the marrow was pretty tasty. Served with salt, parsley and shallots on the side for taste.

Happy Sunday.
Hearty Scrambled Egg with Salami ($20) and Country Scrambled Eggs with Honey Baked Ham ($18)

The menu here is extensive! A huge variety of options to choose from, you might be at a loss (if you're like me). Nassim Hill was super crowded on a Sunday for lunch; the noise in an enclosed space made it a little difficult to talk if you're looking for a quiet place to catch up with a friend.

We ordered the Skillet Eggs ($19++) & Spicy Huevos Benedict ($19++), with a Latte ($6++). Coffee was average, food was tasty & we were pleased as we ate. However, I was incredulously thirsty for the rest of the day so I think there is a lot of MSG in the food? That's a shame. Quite a turn-off & I feel like I might not be back anytime soon.

💳 Accepts credit cards
🌬 Air-conditioned seats available
☀ Alfresco seats available
💻 Accepts reservations - I used Quandoo
📶 WiFi available

the meat:bread ratio in this sandwich is not great but it ended up a satisfying meal. was hoping for a katz's deli kind of sandwich but i guess that kind of food only exists in america.
nevertheless the mix of corned beef, emmenthal, sauerkraut and reuben dressing was at once savoury, creamy and tart.
the guinness stout bread was fantastic, though - toothsome crust with a nice, moist crumb.
went in at 3pm and the place was nearly empty. it's a good thing lunch lasts til 4; schedules can be busy at times.

The ragu had a meaty stench from poor seasoning? Not recommended.