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With generous portions and affordable prices, Pasta Box is a must-try option for pasta lovers. Their signature dish, the award-winning Singapore Laksa Linguine, fuses a unique Southeast Asian flair to a typically Italian staple.

Rolls designed by Hatsune owner Alan Wong meet grill offerings and fairly respectable ramen in comfy-chic surroundings.

Langham Place's around-the-clock "bar and internet hub" offers tapas-plus-wine deals as well as afternoon tea.

This polished cafe features all-day brunches, including British breakfast sets, home-made pancakes, and omelets with a Taiwanese touch, with a polite and pretty service team imported from the catering company in Shanghai, who's opened a series of Charters brand restos there already.

This cute three-story cafe tucked in a back alley of Houhai serves up a variety of Taiwanese-inspired drinks and snacks. Sandwiches, salads and coffee are on offer, and there is a rooftop terrace which with to enjoy a view of the lake.

Cozy Lucky Street teppanyaki restaurant caters to intimate gatherings.

Sleek China View restaurant serves a variety of Asian cuisines.

This small cafe on the 22 International Art Street next to the Today Art Museum boasts a genuine barista and some of the best coffee in town. Also serves simple pasta dishes, desserts, homemade ice cream, beer and cocktails. Frequented by regulars in the neighborhood and great for a pick-me-up after a gallery-hopping.