The Cheesecake cafe's been one place that I've always said "I want to go" and never materialises. It provides al fresco dining and I've always thought that's all about the place, cheesecake and al fresco. They're closed on Mondays and Tuesdays by the way. Taking a step into the cafe unveils one of Siglap's best kept secrets in terms of interior. The interior and exterior are world's apart.
The entire place beyond the order counter is quaint, with a dash of victorian, mystique...artistic statues and paintings...and it leaves you quite enthralled. There's even a water fountain! Felt almost as if I stepped into a Museum.
We were given a cosy corner with a sofa and cushions.
Menus came in cd holders...! If only they had them in scrolls and the waiters had caps with feathers in them. Ok, now that sounded very costume-ish.
Apologies for the lousy pictures, they had a "no photography and videography" rule but everyone was breaking it anyhow. I just didn't want to be singled out and outrightly chastised with cheese cake thrown at me.
Strawberry Oreo Cheesecake ($6.90)
Looks much like the yogurt cheese cakes at Secret Recipe. The strawberry's light with full oreo biscuits embedded in it. The cheesecake is smooth and generally a slight hint of strawberry throughout. Imo, not spectacular.
Peanut Butter cheesecake ($7.50)
It's peanut butter cheesecake lathered with a layer of crunchy peanut butter. I preferred this of the two, a strong punch of peanut butter. That explains why this is signature. Surprisingly this didn't come across as cloying in taste nor an overload. The cheesecake testure is soft and generally complimented the various flavours. Of the two, I'm for the peanut butter though the gfs thought otherwise.
These are pricey cakes to begin with. Service is passable. The cafe's got a rule about each diner ordering an item off the menu and that may deter diners who are only heading there for dessert. I'm more sold on the decor of the place more so than the cakes. Probably Rum & Raisin next! Or any of the signature cakes that seem to be stronger on flavours.
The Cheesecake Cafe
685 East Coast Road
(Near Siglap Centre)
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