Alligator Pear perches on the 8th floor next to the swimming pool of Fairmont Hotel - hidden from the general public and signages below do little to drive traffic there. Yet it is hidden for a good reason, the place is not ready to handle crowds that would shatter the serenity of splashing waves and sunny rays - all too idyllic for busy Singapore.
I was quick to wave off this place as yet another pool side restaurant - iL Cielo at Hilton did not work for me. Service is terribly slow and ill informed at most times.
1145am I arrived and the waiter looked lost. 12 noon he insisted would the restaurant be ready for lunch. We managed to get seats despite the restaurant being less than a quarter filled. Even at 1157am, we were denied ordering for lunch.
Casual menu.
Uninterrupted view for as long as this shot last, moments later it was ruined by adults splashing away. Adults learning to swim no less.
Attempting an artsy fartsy.
JetLag Remedy ($12)
I hear they are known for their healthy fixes and drinks so I had to have a go at it. A fruity concoction of kiwi, apple and lemon - recipe for detox methinks. Only grouse, there was no ice to go with it even in such a scorching weather.
Cranberry Banana Smoothie ($12)
Once again no ice for this fruity number. A cooling tumbler!
Diavolo Pizza ($26)
Pita bread base with spicy sausage and olives, simple yet hearty! A dash of tabasco made this greater than great. Absolutely surprised by this poolside pizza.
Buttermilk Pancakes with honey and strawberry ($17)
Four lacklustre looking pancakes with a side of honey and strawberries. We were forlorn at first glance but they proved to be fluffy and delicious with a drizzle of honey. Belittle the drab outlook.
There is lack of character in the restaurant - nothing too outstanding that would define this place. Local favourites, all american classics and heaps of fingerfood is what there is. And to think I thought this was all of low calorie meals. Until I decide to unwind from the hustle and bustle, it was truly therapeutic albeit a little hot under the sun.
Alligator Pear
Fairmont Hotel, 8th Level
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