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The moment we entered 6 Letter Brunch on Crawford Lane, it was as if we were transported to a serene oasis (without the water). Bicycles, lots of green fauna, and a clean aesthetic, the cafe felt like a temporary escape from the surrounding concrete jungle.
I found the minimalism in the simple lines of their facade and wooden furnishings calming and therapeutic. The rhythmic hum of the coffee machine, paired with the fragrant aroma of freshly brewed cups of Joe, seemed to seranade the space.
What to order at 6 Letter Brunch
6 Letter Brunch spoils you with a diverse menu that covers a lot of ground. You have rosti, pizza, pasta, and other mains, making it even more difficult for a fickle-minded individual like me to decide.
We started off with the newest kid on the block — the Salmon Belly Rosti (S$). Served with a wedge of lemon and avocado mash which is healthier, the rosti had a layer of baked cheese and was crowned with nicely-charred cubes of salmon belly.
Though the housemade rosti is cooked with healthy olive oil, it still tasted sinfully delicious to me especially with the luscious cheese. The salmon belly had a nice crispy surface with tender and unctuous meat that paired beautifully with the avocado mash. The spritz of citrus coming from the lemon was all it needed to uplift the flavour of the fish. I had 2 words — SO GOOD!
We were recommended the Kaya Sourdough Toast (S$6) and we learnt that the cafe makes their kaya in-house. Served with 2 slices of sourdoush toast and sticks of butter, the kaya was solid — robust and coconutty without being overly sweet.
Some people might yawn when they spot Beef Bolognese (S$16) on the menu but I’m glad I ordered it. The mound of spaghetti was nearly twirled in the centre, surrounded by a generous pool of tomato-rich bolognese gravy.
The version at 6 Letter Brunch was executed well, with al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, well-balanced sauce that was bursting with beefy goodness. Sometimes, that’s all that’s required to have us polishhing off the pasta right down to the very last strand.
Next, we tried the Quarter Q (S$16) featuring a mix of pulled pork and mixed cheese wrapped in a tortilla.
The pulled pork filling was piquant and tender. We discovered bits of crunchy cashew nuts that gave it some texture. Our only gripe was that we wished the tortilla skin was grilled till it was slightly brown and crispy.
For dessert, the Acai Bowl (S$15) greeted us with a spectrum of vibrant hues. The purple acai base was dressed with banana slices, pumpkin seeds, wolfberries, and osmanthus. It was refreshing, complemented by the gentle sweetness of the bananas and wolfberries.
If you’re a fan of matcha, the Mango Matcha and Berries Matcha (S$9 each) come highly recommended. The former is light and the combination of refreshing mango and earthy matcha was divine. The latter has more of a tart, slightly zinqy mix of flavours.
Who 6 Letter Brunch is best for
Perfect for cafe hoppers who love a comfortable and chill environment. It’s also great for a weekday brunch date or weekend catchup spot with friends.
How to get there?
The Crawford Lane outlet of 6 Letter Brunch is a 7-minute walk away from Lavender MRT Station (EW11), just behind the ICA Services Centre. Alternatively, you can take several bus services to these bus stops: Blk 8 and Lavender Stn Exit A/ICA.
Do we recommend 6 Letter Brunch?
If cafes are your favourite hangout, then 6 Letter Brunch checks all boxes. The coffee here is good and the mains are tasty and have generous portions. If you’re hunting for your next brunch venue, why not swing by Crawford Lane?
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