Nakey Cafe at Chinatown serves up all-day brunch mains and bomboloni

Trying out Nakey Cafe’s menu

I was looking for something hearty, yet healthy, so I went with the staff’s recommendation — the avo kale toast (S$17). This came with a generous mound of crispy kale, guacamole, scrambled eggs, and cheese.

Nakey’s sourdough was pretty well-executed with its delightfully chewy texture, crunchy crust, and tangy undertones that weren’t too overpowering.

Unlike most avocado toasts on the market, Nakey’s rendition sports crispy kale — an unexpectedly addictive addition, thanks to its distinct, umami notes that tasted almost like deep-fried seaweed.

Each mouth was chock-full of flavour and I was, in fact, relishing the entire dish!

My dining companion got the bagel breakfast sandwich (S$16). It came filled with hashbrown, scrambled eggs, smoked cheddar and green curry mayo sandwiched between two soft bagel slices.

If you’re looking for a hearty breakfast fix, this is a tried-and-true combination of flavours that you can’t go wrong with — simply classic.

Nakey’s bagels were slightly toasted, with a crisp exterior and gently chewy texture, which may not be your thing if you have a penchant for soft bagels.

As for dessert, there’s no way we’re missing out on the bomboloni. 

When we swung by on a weekday after lunch hours, the classic custard Bastard (S$5.50) was the only flavour left. 

There are usually four variations available daily, comprising permanent and seasonal flavours — so, be sure to head down early if you’re hoping to try a fuller selection!

Nakey’s portions are as plentiful here as with its other offerings — the fluffy donut was filled to the brim with a creamy vanilla bean-infused filling that we thoroughly enjoyed. 

The custard avoided being too too rich and cloying, while the sugar coating on its exterior added a mild sweetness to it. 

We also got our caffeine fix with Nakey’s speciality coffee concoctions — iced matcha pistachio latte (S$8) and iced caramel Biscoff latte (S$8).

Unfortunately, the drinks didn’t quite hit the mark for us — the flavours in these two drinks felt muted, especially in comparison to the strong, overpowering notes of espresso.

There are other thirst-quenching options, such as teas, fresh juices, and smoothies, which we might go for instead next time!

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You can also book a ride to Chinatown to try Nakey’s all-day brunch menu.