Looking at the name “Filled in the Blank”, you would never guess this is another Nanyang-style cafe in Singapore.
Yes, another.
The under-the-radar cafe is located within Citadines Connect City Centre at Clemenceau Avenue (near Dhoby Ghaut MRT station, looks modern yet serves local-style food.
My visit felt like discovering a quiet hideaway close to town.
Entry is via the main hotel entrance, as they blocked off the back door (at the Grab drop-off) that leads directly into the café.
If you find the interior looking kind of familiar, that is because some parts are retained from its predecessor, Café Natsu.
The textured, unfinished walls and curved accents give the space a distinct and slightly artistic flair.
Large windows allow natural light to flood in, offering a pleasant view of the greenery outside while brightening the café.
But you don’t get Sandos here.
Instead, you will find a mix of hearty Nanyang mains, breakfast items, and quick bites.
Main dishes include Mee Siam ($9.60), Dry Mee Siam ($9.60), Mee Rebus ($9.60), Nasi Lemak ($9.60), and Nasi Lemak Chicken Rendang ($15.60).
For heartier choices, there are the Curry Chicken ($10.60), Curry Chicken Cutlet ($10.60), Curry Chee Cheong Fun ($10.60), Alfredo Chee Cheong Fun ($9.60), and even Chai Po Chee Cheong Fun ($5.60).
One dish that caught my attention was the Curry Chee Cheong Fun ($10.60).
You get steamed rice rolls topped with char siew, roasted pork, vegetarian mock goose (zhai er), on a base of aromatic curry.
The curry itself was smooth, with just enough spice with a good kick without being overpowering. The sio bak roasted pork stole the show for me with its crisp skin.
The char siew, though lean, felt slightly dry and lacked the juiciness I was expecting.
Another dish worth recommending is the Dry Mee Siam ($9.60), which brings back a sense of nostalgia for old-school kopitiam flavours.
It comes garnished with fried egg, crunchy ikan bilis, and luncheon meat. The side chilli sauce is the winner.
While the Kaya Toast could be crisper, but the kaya was fragrant, and the butter was thick enough.
I was slightly tickled by the presentation of the dark soy sauce and pepper – extra points for the effort.
The drinks menu is equally diverse, with choices ranging from espresso-based beverages to traditional Nanyang kopi and teh.
Yup, the Malaysia-popular Hor Ka Sai ($4.80) is also available, a blend of chocolate malt and Nanyang-style kopi.
It has a thick, velvety texture, enhanced with condensed milk which adds an extra layer of creaminess.
What I appreciated most about Filled in the Blank was its peaceful setting.
Despite being located in the city centre, the café felt calm and secluded, making it a spot for a relaxed meal or a quiet coffee break.
The food, surprisingly, is not that bad as well.
Filled In The Blank
Citadines Connect City Centre #01-02 182 Clemenceau Ave, Singapore 239923
Opening Hours: 7:30am – 8:30pm (Tues – Sun), Closed Mon
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