Cafe By The Quad: Laid-back lunch!

Projects, presentations and quizzes, the weeks are forever packed. So just a quick one before i get back to my work!



Situated beside the School of Biological Science, Cafe by the Quad is more spacious and quient than the other canteens in NTU, good for a laid-back lunch with friends if you arn't rushing for classes. Technically, this place is more like a Ikea-styled cafeteria, where you order from different stores and make payment at a checkout counter. The al-fresco area is fine to dine at when there is no blazing sun, or you can always opt for the aircon seatings inside.


Roasted Beef Set (~$6.00)

I ordered this out of curiousity of how they served this, but was rather disappointed that it only came in 3 thin slices with the standard sides. Taste-wise it was only average and perhaps not filling for guys. I heard the western store are better known for their other stuffs so probably I just chose the wrong thing.


Tempura Set (~$5.00)

The japanese vendor had a variety of bento and udon sets. The prawn bento came complete with sides and fruits, nothing exceptionally well done but still pleasent to lunch on.


Laksa (~$3.00)

Prior to coming here, everyone was saying that the laksa at the Quad is a must-try. Well to be honest, don't expect it to blow you away like the ones in katong, but rather just a above average bowl of laksa. It would have been better for me if they added in more coconut milk.

Another thing I heard was that they served rather good Zi Char dishes at night, must keep in mind to drop by some other time for a try. Until then, back to the books!