Toby's Estate Singapore

Imagine a meal by the river, sipping coffee as time seeps past on a lazy weekend. The prime cafe choice would surely be Toby's Estate, nestled along Roberston Quay. You’d get to enjoy getting sun kissed at the alfresco or snuggle indoors for a good alone time with the speedy wifi and sockets offered at the high tables. Toby's Estate is originated from Sydney, Australia  and should be a familiar name for cafe hoppers both locally and internationally on their global expansion. 

The high ceiling made the cafe look exceedingly spacious. Furnished with a gigantic communal table at the centre and high tables by the walls, I was impressed by the Australian cafe vibe exuded from the space.

Their Pulled Pork Burger ($22) was not bad, a nice portion was served but it was nothing out of the world. Perhaps the pulled pork burger needed a longer simmer with the BBQ sauce for a richer taste instead of a drizzle before serving. Therefore, a tad dry texture on the protein. However,  it was compensated by the fibre from apple coleslaw, greens and the well toasted brioche buns. I preferred the fries that was deep fried and seasoned to perfection - not too greasy and tasty!

Well known for their coffee, their caffeine menu is a must order. Upon serving, the aroma of the coffee was so inviting that soothed my nerves instantaneously. The well crafted tulip art at the top of the flat white ($5) was pleasing to the eyes. Taste wise, there was a good balance between the milk and coffee. It had a slight bitter and acidic persona ready to pamper coffee addicts. 

The cold brew was refreshing and light yet at the same time strong and robust. Definitely less of a roller coaster ride compared to Chye Seng Huat’s. Overall, their coffee was good and the mains were decent. Toby's Estate is certainly not the kind of cafe that you’ll never return after a tick on your cafe hopping to-go-list, but at least not anytime soon unless I need to get some work done over coffee and steady wifi.

Toby's Estate
8 Rodyk Street #01-03/04
Singapore 238216
Tel: 6636 7629

Hours:
Mon-Wed: 07:30 - 18:00
Thu-Sat: 07:30 - 22:00
Sun: 07:30 - 18:00