{"id":394202,"date":"2024-07-12T06:00:27","date_gmt":"2024-07-11T22:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/?p=394202"},"modified":"2024-07-28T01:18:24","modified_gmt":"2024-07-27T17:18:24","slug":"cafe-review-frankie-and-ferns-holland-village","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/cafe-review-frankie-and-ferns-holland-village\/","title":{"rendered":"Cafe Review: Frankie &#038; Fern&#8217;s Is a Cozy Rooftop Escape at Holland Village"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re on the hunt for a soft, cozy escape where contemporary charm meets culinary delight, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frankienferns.house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Frankie &amp; Fern&#8217;s<\/strong><\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/one-holland-village-mall-a-guide-to-dining-shopping-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holland Village<\/a> is your next destination. Born from a serendipitous <a href=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/best-value-set-lunches-in-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">meeting<\/a> at a flea market, this cafe is a testament to the magic that happens when two passionate souls\u2014Frank and Fern\u2014combine their love for flavours, art, and treasures. Step inside for\u00a0a delightful <a href=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/the-best-cafes-around-east-coast-road-to-eat-enjoy-escape-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">escape<\/a> from the daily grind, perfect for unwinding with good food and great company.<\/p>\n<h3>Our Experience:<\/h3>\n<p>First things first, if you&#8217;re struggling to find the entrance, here&#8217;s a hot tip: It&#8217;s tucked next to UOB Bank and a money changer, where you take a dodgy compact lift all the way to the rooftop. If you&#8217;re coming from public transport, the lift is located right outside Holland Village MRT Exit C. Soon, you&#8217;ll find yourself in a family-friendly space that bustling with avid cafe hoppers. Even on a Monday, the place was bustling, so making a reservation is a smart move, though not absolutely necessary, as we were still able to find a seat.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-394428\" src=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-interior-2.png\" alt=\"Frankie &amp; Fern's - interior \" width=\"1100\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-interior-2.png 1100w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-interior-2-767x628.png 767w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-interior-2-1024x838.png 1024w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-interior-2-98x80.png 98w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-interior-2-768x628.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 959px) 688px, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, Frankie &amp; Fern&#8217;s isn\u2019t the place to catch up on work emails\u2014 They don&#8217;t share their WiFi or have charging plugs here. But that\u2019s part of its charm, inviting you to unplug and soak in the atmosphere.<\/p>\n<h3>Interiors:<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C395KBeyMAT\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C395KBeyMAT\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Frankie &amp; Fern\u2019s (@frankienferns)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nThis rooftop caf\u00e9 offers both alfresco and indoor seating. Thankfully, the outdoor area is equipped with big fans, which can be slightly noisy but not overwhelmingly so. Moreover, the area is sheltered, providing comfort and much needed shade even on the hottest days. The terrace also features a cute dollhouse for kids to play in and a delightful lemon plant, hinting they might harvest their own lemons. Fairy lights are strung up, promising an even more magical vibe in the evening.<\/p>\n<h3>Food:<\/h3>\n<p>Frankie &amp; Fern&#8217;s menu changes from day to evening and also varies on weekdays and weekends. To add to its family-friendly vibe, they also special menus for the little ones.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-394427\" src=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-Ferns-Avocado-Toast.png\" alt=\"Frankie &amp; Fern's - Fern\u2019s Avocado Toast\" width=\"1100\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-Ferns-Avocado-Toast.png 1100w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-Ferns-Avocado-Toast-767x628.png 767w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-Ferns-Avocado-Toast-1024x838.png 1024w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-Ferns-Avocado-Toast-98x80.png 98w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Frankie-Ferns-Ferns-Avocado-Toast-768x628.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 959px) 688px, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On a solo date, I opted to savour the experience with just enough to handle. I tried <strong>Fern\u2019s Avocado Toast<\/strong>, which arrived fragrant and inviting right off the bat. The generous heap of avocado on thick bread was a bit messy to bite into, but worth it. The roasted chickpeas added a nice crunch, and the tangy tomato sauce brought everything together. Though it came with a hefty price of S$19, it felt like a fair price given the hearty portion and premium fresh ingredients.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-394426 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Frankie &amp; Fern's - Maple Sea Salt Latte\" width=\"229\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-scaled.jpg 1992w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-597x767.jpg 597w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-797x1024.jpg 797w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-62x80.jpg 62w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-768x987.jpg 768w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-1195x1536.jpg 1195w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-1594x2048.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2542-1920x2468.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 479px) 90vw, (max-width: 599px) 432px, 536px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To drink, I had the <strong>Maple Sea Salt Latte<\/strong>. This concoction was sweet and salty, with the sea salt flavour dominating but in a pleasant way. It personally enjoyed the drink, but couldn&#8217;t justify the S$9 price tag, for a drink I could easily find at a nearby cafe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Total Damage:<\/strong> With GST and service charge, my total came to $33.57. Needless to say, Frankie &amp; Fern&#8217;s is on the expensive side, but despite this and the lack of work-friendly amenities, I&#8217;d still consider returning with friends or family in the evening to try out their night menu under the fairy lights.<\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frankienferns.house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Frankie &amp; Fren&#8217;s<\/a> is located at 211 Holland Ave, #04-03 Holland Road Shopping Centre, Singapore 278967, p. + 65 8730 3474. Open Mon, Wed-Thu 9.30am-5pm, Fri 9.30am-9.30pm, Sat-Sun 9am-9.30pm. Closed on Tue.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>Images: All images, except food images, courtesy of Frankie &amp; Fern&#8217;s.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re on the hunt for a soft, cozy escape where contemporary charm meets culinary delight, Frankie &amp; Fern&#8217;s at Holland Village is your next destination. Born from a serendipitous meeting at a flea market, this cafe is a testament to the magic that happens when two passionate souls\u2014Frank and Fern\u2014combine their love for flavours, &hellip; <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/cafe-review-frankie-and-ferns-holland-village\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Cafe Review: Frankie &#038; Fern&#8217;s Is a Cozy Rooftop Escape at Holland Village&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10085,"featured_media":394429,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[25,2,762],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-394202","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cafes","category-food-section","category-food-and-drinks"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/394202","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10085"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=394202"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/394202\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/394429"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=394202"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=394202"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=394202"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}