Alice Boulangerie: From French Bakery to Modern Contemporary Gastronomy

Who is Alice Boulangerie?

 

Situated in Icon Village within Tanjong Pagar vicinity, Alice Boulangerie began as a simple tribute to the love of sweets and bakes between mother and daughter, where they serve the best of French patisserie and viennoiseries with a twist of using local ingredients to suit local palette.

Their constant exploration and innovation in savoir-flair led to the expansion of a modern contemporary gastronomical experience where you get to try Fusion cuisine that is not just pretty to look at but also full of surprises to the taste buds.

The concept of this restaurant is to provide a different ambience for lunch and dinner; hence the menu differs too. It’s a privilege for The Ladies Cue to be invited to try out their dinner cuisine with some new items added to the menu recently.

 

 

 

Where East Meet West

 

 

 

 

To start off into the gastronomical experience, we were treated with a selection of wines from various countries, new to old world wines. Prosecco, Rose, White or Red, they have it in the house for you to pair with the food. If you are not familiar with which wine to choose from, there’s an in-house Sommelier to guide you through.

 

 

 

 

You will be treated with a plate of kombu butter which consists of three different types of seaweed and buns. The butter is full of umami taste and absolutely a bomb to whet your appetite that goes superbly well with the freshly house baked bun which is soft and fluffy. Who couldn’t resist such a combination? So the feast began…

 

 

 

 

 

 

Starting with appetisers, we started with Otah Prawn Croquette which is, as the name mentioned, made from otah, an Asian delicacy. This dish is not just made from tiger prawn, it has Atlantic Halibut in it and curry leaves to infuse the aroma. There’s spiciness in every bite and dipped into the Kaffir Lime mayo, which can help to neutralise the spiciness. This is one of the new dishes added to the menu.

Crab & Avo Bruschetta is every lady’s favourite. Light and bite size, which is not heavy to the palette. The pastry is made in house and topped off with jumbo lump crab that combines with smashed avocado and is nicely decorated with pickled daikon, green apple and CAVIAR! How exquisite!

One thing to take note of, if you plan to order these two dishes, try the Crab & Avo first then Otah Prawn Croquette, because the latter taste is heavier.

 

 

 

 

Sea Bream Crudo is like a Japanese appetiser using Japanese ‘Tai’ fish with ponzu tare, Aji Amarillo (which is a type of pepper) and crispy ginger thread. This reminds me of Mexican Ceviche where the dish is light and tangy. Good as a starter to elevate your appetite for the main course.

 

 

 

 

Foie gras might not be for everyone due to its bold, gamey flavour, but for aficionados, this dish is a standout. The outer layer is beautifully seared to a crisp, while the inside melts into a creamy, indulgent bite. The addition of chopped pistachios provides a delightful crunch. Paired with house-made brioche and a fig-balsamic compote, the tanginess cuts through the richness perfectly. To round it off, the dish includes pickled raisins, green peppercorns, and a vibrant herb salad, adding freshness and balance to every bite.

 

 

 

 

Spanish octopus has been a favourite of mine ever since it was introduced to the Singapore market a few years ago. So when I spotted it on the menu, I knew I had to try it. Just look at the colours of the dish—they’re absolutely stunning. The vibrant hues immediately whet the appetite, and the portion is impressively generous. It’s served alongside squid ink and sago pearl crackers, which add an extraordinary crunch and flavour. The dish is elevated by the addition of smoked bacon ragout, buttery squash mousseline, and a drizzle of curry oil, which adds an exotic, aromatic touch. To fully enjoy the dish, you must combine all the elements into each bite, creating a truly remarkable dining experience.

 

 

 

 

Best seller among the dishes is this Tiger Prawn Capellini. We were told there was once a table of six ladies, all of them ordered this dish. So it won’t go wrong and indeed, it didn’t go wrong at all. This is the first dish that we finished. Some said it has a hint of Hokkien prawn noodle taste due to the prawn broth and the angel hair pasta is cooked al dente. It’s a comfort food for us.

 

 

 

 

For burger lovers, Alice Boulangerie offers several tempting options, but the one that truly stood out to us was the “Fourth of July Royale.” It features classic burger ingredients—a juicy beef patty, crispy bacon, and a fried egg. While these are typical components, what sets this burger apart is the croissant bun, offering a unique twist and a refreshing change from the usual. This burger is served with a portion of fries, this burger feast is complete.

 

 

 

 

Laksa Paella is another favourite. Imagine having laksa rice instead of noodles with all the seafood from the Paella dish. They used quail eggs to make it look aesthetically nicer. Maybe it’s just me but I prefer this dish to be eaten when it has cooled down as I find the laksa taste is more pronounced. The portion is good for 2 persons.

 

 

 

 

I’m not a big fan of pork chop, so when I was introduced to this dish, I was a bit sceptical about it as I see this dish as a bigger portion of a pork chop. I always have this impression that pork chop is tougher to eat as compared to chicken chop. Agree?! But this is another level. The meat is extremely tender and almost melts in your mouth. It comes with savoury and sweet sauce plus and the charred mustard green on the side, is like an Asian version of sauerkraut. Another must order dish.

 

 

 

 

By now, our stomach is almost filled to the brim. But we were told not to miss their dessert. Forest is the first that was served and oh boy, look so pretty. The “log” is made out of Almond Chantilly, 72% Dark Chocolate. This is to be taken together with Infused Morello Cherry, Pistachio Praline and Dark Chocolate Gelato. For chocolate lovers, this is a must try.

 

 

 

 

“Pebbles” is the next dessert and we were amazed by how real the dish looks. We almost mistook it as real pebbles and wondered which portion of the dish we could eat. This dish consists of mochi with black sesame paste, and a scoop of black sesame ice cream and these are sat nicely on top of ground peanuts with peanut butter. Very creative dish indeed.

 

 

 

 

Our last dish for the night is this mushroom pastry which is made out of choux pastry and vanilla cream. When we had the first bite, we were surprised to have Gula Melaka in it. This exuded a combination of sweet and savoury taste which is really delicious. We conclude, that sometimes it is good to choose a dish without knowing the content and in for some surprises. This didn’t fail us.

 We had a wonderful time being served with all these delicious foods. The team in Alice Boulangerie are really friendly and warm. It’s a cosy vibe that is suitable for both family and friends. The prices might look pricey but the portion is generous. Good for sharing.

 

 

Alice Boulangerie

 

Website: https://www.aliceboulangerie.com.sg/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/aliceboulangeriesg

Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 8am – 10pm, Sun 8am – 6pm
Book Now: https://book.chope.co/booking?rid=aliceboulangerie2212sg&source=rest_aliceboulangerie

Address: 12 Gopeng Street, Icon Village, #01-05/11, Singapore 078877

 

 

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