Crossings Cafe

Went here for afternoon tea, quite empty, very chill place to relax. A few days later came back for dinner, wah, almost full house lah, so wait for food and drinks a bit long, normal lah. Some staff reply a bit blunt, but if you patient a bit, still can enjoy your evening comfortably. Overall still okay place to makan and hang out.…Read More

Crossings Café is a cozy spot that really makes you feel good about your meal. I tried their signature laksa, and it was fantastic — the coconut curry broth was rich and creamy without being overwhelming, and the noodles were perfectly cooked. The prawns, fishcakes, tau pok, and clams all added great texture and flavor, making each bite satisfying. I loved that the café is a social enterprise, so you know your meal is supporting a good cause. The staff were friendly and welcoming, creating a warm, relaxed atmosphere. It’s a great place to enjoy a comforting bowl of laksa while feeling like you’re making a positive impact.…Read More

Came during a weekday lunch. The place was fairly full but we managed to get a seat. Best to make a reservation if you have a big group. The set lunches are value for money. The dishes are a sizeable portion. The fish and chips is good. I also enjoyed the nasi lemak. We shared the onde onde cake. The service was excellent and they also served free water. Will visit again!…Read More

We used to patronize this place when we had enrichment lessons nearby, and it was our go-to hangout on many weekends. I’m happy to revisit Crossings Café after so many years and even happier to see some staff still working here.We went for afternoon tea when the café was quiet, and it was a lovely, relaxing experience. A few days later, we returned for dinner, and the place was almost full. As expected, there was a longer wait for food and drinks. Some staff can be a little blunt in their replies, but with a bit of patience, the evening remains pleasant.…Read More

Newly opened less than a month ago, Crossings Cafe is not just your regular cafe; it is a social enterprise full of opportunities to students with needs. Despite being new, they have already managed to offer internships to students from Assumption Pathway School, which is a school for the disadvantaged. Profits from the cafe are also claimed to be donated to charities for a good cause.The menu sticks largely to a western theme, but there are some dishes served with a local twist. Chili Crab Pasta ($16.00++) was a signature dish in the menu, which was described to be cooked with a unique Crab Claw Meat Sauce. There were bits of meat in the sauce and while it was mildly spicy, it somehow felt a bit lacking as it still tasted pretty much of tomato, as though derived from a tomato base instead. Soft shell crabs were fried and presented atop the pasta, which provided a bite for the dish with its crispiness.Since my dining partner was having pasta, I decided to go for a main which we decided on the Spicy Coriander Grilled Fish ($15.00++). It was fresh and flaky, and well-seasoned with coriander to remove the fishy odour. The tomato puree was tangy, fresh and felt like it was made from tomatoes instead of coming out of a can, and came with a moderate tinge of spiciness. The sauteed vegetables included pan-fried potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower and carrots which were tasty on their own, but would be better with seasoning.Instead of having a Soup of the Day, Crossings Cafe’s daily special was the Panna Cotta of the Day ($5.00++). Chendol was the flavour on the day of our visit, and sure enough it came with red beans and jelly noodles. Caramel was substituted with Gula Melaka to simulate the signature taste of Chendol. The smooth and eggy pudding complimented well with the various condiments, and despite being a largely western dish, carried the local fusion well. This would be one item I would be glad to have on any other day.While there are many cafes out there, not a lot of them operates with a social cause. We enjoyed our stay at the Crossings Cafe, for we were glad to have given the chance for the interns to showcase their abilities which were commendable. Some of the service staff whom attended our table despite being disadvantaged was extremely polite and even attentive, which is better than some other restaurants as well.For more photos and the full review, please visit: http://jiaksimipng.wordpress.com/2014/01/13/crossings-cafe-catholic-centre/…Read More