Jeffrey Yeo
Zhi char food in the CBD at affordable price. Good service and atmosphere with aplenty of options and table availability.
Location: 11 Collyer Quay, #03-25 The Arcade, Singapore 049317
Floor 3 · The Arcade
CBD cafe at The Arcade serving Asian and Western dishes, catering and dine-in since 1999.
CBD cafe at The Arcade serving Asian and Western dishes, catering and dine-in since 1999.
S-City Cafe is a long-standing eatery at The Arcade in the Central Business District, established in 1999 by founder Mr Kwek. The cafe offers a menu that bridges Asian and Western cuisines, cooking up hearty dishes from both culinary traditions in a space that preserves a nostalgic 1980s vibe. Open on weekdays and Saturdays, S-City caters primarily to the lunchtime crowd of CBD professionals who flock to the Collyer Quay area for affordable, satisfying meals. Beyond dine-in, the cafe also provides takeaway and catering services, making it a versatile option for office events and private functions. The modest size of the premises belies the breadth of its offerings, which range from local zi char dishes to Western-style plates, all served with a homely touch. After nearly two decades in operation, S-City Cafe has earned a reputation for decent food, commendable service and an understanding of its customers' needs, maintaining its relevance in a district where dining options come and go with considerable frequency.Based on 86 Google reviews
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Jeffrey Yeo
Zhi char food in the CBD at affordable price. Good service and atmosphere with aplenty of options and table availability.
Teck Chong Law
We ordered three different set lunches. The set comes with garlic bread, mushroom soup and choice of a drink (hot or cold). …
Dan Morogh
This cafe serves delicious western Chinese cuisines, reminds of the days in the sixties. The "wok hei" makes the dishes taste delicious.
Harriot NN
Cafe tucked away at 3rd floor of 11 Collyer Quay Arcade building (Nearest mrt: Raffles Place). Popular family run cafe with old school vibes and homely tastes. Been around since 1999. …
felfelfel
1. I love the claypot chicken!!! So much ingredients - boneless chicken, sausage, mushroom, vegetables, salted fish (1 big piece) and sunny side up. The belajan chilli at the side can be spicier but other than that, this dish is perfect. …
S-City Cafe
Food Plate
A white rectangular plate with a meal consisting of two fried fish fillets, two pork chops, golden-brown onion rings, steamed broccoli and carrots, a small cup of dark sauce, and a dollop of white sauce. The plate rests on a marble surface.
Garlic Bread on Plate
Three slices of garlic bread on a white plate with cutlery beside it. Salt and pepper shakers are in the background. A promotional sticker or flyer is partially visible under the plate, showing text like 'WE SPECIALIZE IN Catering', 'Takeaway', 'Tea Time', and 'Free W'. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with a greenish table surface.
Fish and Chips Plate
A white rectangular plate with fried fish fillets, golden-brown onion rings, steamed broccoli and carrots, a dollop of tartar sauce, and a small cup of creamy dipping sauce. The plate rests on a marble surface.
Food Dish
A close-up photograph of a cooked dish served in a black ceramic pot on a white marble surface. The dish contains a large piece of braised meat, surrounded by vegetables including lettuce, carrots, green onions, mushrooms, and crispy fried strands. The food is presented as a meal item.
Grilled Lamb Chops with Vegetables
A plated meal featuring grilled lamb chops, steamed broccoli, baby carrots, and roasted sweet potato slices on a white plate garnished with herbs. The dish is presented on a marble surface.
Food on Table
A bowl of creamy soup and a side of garlic bread served on white plates atop a blue textured table surface.
Soup in a bowl
A white ceramic bowl with two handles filled with creamy soup, resting on a matching saucer. The bowl sits on a dark green table surface. A portion of an orange object is visible at the top right corner.
Close-up of a dish
A bowl containing rice topped with sliced meat, bok choy, and a fried egg garnished with green onions.
Food Dish
A black ceramic pot containing a stew with roasted chicken leg, dark mushrooms, shredded golden garnish, green beans, carrots, and lettuce leaves. The dish is presented on a white marble surface.
Restaurant Interior View
Interior of a dining area with wooden tables and chairs, customers seated, staff working in background, ceiling lights, fans, and signage including 'Cashier Here' and red decorative banners. Ambience suggests casual eatery with multiple food stalls or counters.
Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a bustling food court with multiple dining tables, chairs, and staff. Red lanterns hang from the ceiling, and signs like 'Cashier Here' are visible. The space has tiled floors, overhead lighting, and various food stalls in the background.
E-meal @s-city cafe entrance
Entrance to a Western & Chinese Food restaurant with signage above the doorway. A sign directs customers to enter by the center entrance. A potted orchid plant sits on a white pedestal beside an open menu stand displaying food images and text. Red decorative lanterns hang from the ceiling. The floor is tiled, and the interior of the café extends into the background.
Food served at a dining table
A white bowl of yellow soup sits on a saucer beside two slices of garlic bread on a square plate. The setting is indoors with a greenish-blue tabletop.
Food Dish
A bowl of curry-like stew with fried tofu, green beans, tomatoes, and purple eggplant, served in a black ceramic pot wrapped in foil on a white marble surface.
Dining Table Setup
A table with a bowl of soup, a slice of garlic bread on a plate, an iced drink with a straw, condiment bottles, and salt/pepper shakers. The table has a textured blue-green surface. A dark wooden chair is partially visible in the background.
Dinner Plate
A white oval plate with a serving of rice topped with black sesame seeds, stir-fried vegetables including bok choy and cashews, and a mixed vegetable and meat dish garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds.
Food Plate
A white plate with a pork chop covered in dark gravy, accompanied by golden fries, steamed broccoli florets, and baby carrots. A brown sauce bottle is partially visible on the left. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with a gray table surface.
Interior of arched walkway
Long corridor with curved ceiling, hanging lights, metal railings, shops on either side, people seated at tables below.
Buffet Setup in Indoor Corridor
A long table covered with a red cloth is set up along a hallway, displaying several chafing dishes filled with food, including stir-fried dishes and salads. Plates, cutlery, napkins, and serving utensils are arranged on the table. A blue plastic bag hangs from the side of the table. In the background, there's a flower arrangement near a door, and a black chair or stand nearby. The setting appears to be an indoor event space or dining area within a building.
Dining Table with Food
A table setting featuring multiple dishes including fried rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg, crispy chicken wings, steamed vegetables, a claypot soup, and a glass of iced drink. The table has a textured green surface, a wicker basket, and other plates in the background. No signage or printed materials are visible.
Food Dish
A close-up shot of a bowl containing a soup or stew with leafy greens, egg strands, and meat pieces in a brownish broth. The dish is served on a white oval plate. A small side container with green pickled items is partially visible to the upper right. A portion of an orange-colored printed material (possibly a menu or flyer) is at the bottom right corner.
Iced beverage in restaurant interior
A tall glass of iced tea with a straw sits on a greenish counter. The background shows blurred dining area with tables, chairs, and patrons. A QR code sticker is visible on the counter surface.
Interior dining area
Rows of wooden tables with yellow cushioned chairs on tiled floor. Arched ceiling with fluorescent lighting. Digital display screen showing food options. Mirrors and fans mounted on walls. Signage includes 'That Health Shop' and other business names.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a plated meal featuring fried chicken topped with mixed vegetables including corn, carrots, peas, and garnished with cilantro; served alongside white rice with a sunny-side up egg on top. The background shows part of a person wearing a blue shirt. No signage or storefront is visible.
Food served on table
A white bowl of soup with a side of garlic bread on a square plate, placed on a dark green textured table surface. A partial orange promotional item is visible in the top right corner.
Food dish in black bowl
A close-up shot of a hot pot-style dish with broth, tofu slices, green onions, bean sprouts, sesame seeds, and crab sticks served in a black bowl. Beside it are small white bowls containing lime half and red chili paste. The table surface is light blue-green. No shop signage or exterior visible.
Interior of a busy food court
Crowded dining area with multiple food stalls, people eating or waiting, overhead lighting, ceiling fans, and signs including 'Cashier Here'. No shop front or menu visible.
Food Dish
A bowl of soup with fish slices, shrimp, crab sticks, and leafy greens in a brown broth, served on a white plate against a marble background.
Dining Table with Food
A table with a bowl of noodles and a clay pot containing vegetables and broth. A person's arm is partially visible in the background. The table surface has a blue-green textured finish. A partial orange circular sticker with 'EXPAND' is on the left edge.
Garlic Bread on Plate
A single slice of garlic bread with herbs sprinkled on top rests on a white square plate. The plate sits on a dark green countertop. No shop signage or storefront is visible.
Dish on Table
A bowl of noodle soup with meat, vegetables, and egg in a brown broth sits on a green table with chopsticks beside it. A small side dish of pickled greens is nearby. On the table are promotional materials: an orange circular sticker saying 'WE ARE EXPANDING', and a white card with QR code and 'ORDER HERE' text.
Food Plate
A white oval plate contains a serving of stir-fried shrimp with sesame seeds, a mound of white rice topped with black sesame seeds, and steamed bok choy. The dish is presented on a table surface with partial visibility of a yellow sign in the background.
Restaurant Interior Food Shot
A clay pot dish with rice, vegetables, meat, a fried egg topped with green onions, served on a blue table with side sauces in a white divided container. A wicker basket and salt/pepper shakers are nearby. A yellow circular mat with partial text 'ARE EXP' is under the dish.
Pink Dragon Fruit Rice Plate
A white plate with a mound of pink rice topped with chopped green onions, surrounded by slices of dragon fruit, pieces of crab stick, shrimp, and fish fillets. The dish is presented on a marble surface.
Soup in a bowl
A white ceramic bowl filled with creamy soup containing small dark specks, resting on a matching saucer on a dark green surface.
Table Setting in Restaurant Interior
A table with a white bowl of yellow soup, a cup of dark liquid (likely coffee), sugar packets, a metal pitcher, and a partially visible printed paper on the table. Background shows wooden chairs and patrons seated at other tables. The surface is greenish-blue, suggesting an indoor dining environment.
Interior of a food court or dining area
View from an upper level looking down into a multi-level food court with tables, chairs, and a fruit juice stand. The floor has tiled sections and decorative marble inlay. A refrigerated display case is labeled 'Fresh Fruits and Juices'. There are promotional posters, signs, and hanging decorations. No shop front or menu board clearly visible.
Pork Chop Plate with Fries and Vegetables
A white rectangular plate holds grilled pork chops, golden french fries, steamed broccoli florets, baby carrots, and a small cup of dark sauce on a marble surface.
Food Plate on Table
A white plate with two pork chops covered in brown gravy, accompanied by golden fries, broccoli florets, and baby carrots. A glass of iced beverage sits to the left. The table surface is textured blue-gray. A circular orange coaster or placemat is partially visible behind the plate.
Food Plate
A white plate with a serving of meat covered in dark sauce, accompanied by french fries, broccoli florets, and baby carrots. The plate rests on a blue table surface. A partial orange promotional flyer is visible at the bottom right corner.
Interior of a multi-level shopping arcade
View from an upper level looking down into a covered walkway with arched ceilings, hanging yellow lights, and ornate metal railings. Several shops are visible on the ground floor with signs and displays, including one with red decorations. A few people are walking below. The space has a classic architectural style with tiled floors and decorative plants.
Food Plate on Table
A white plate with a serving of dark-colored noodles topped with shredded vegetables, a fried egg, a lime wedge, and a side of red sauce. A glass of brown beverage and metal containers are partially visible in the background on a blue-green textured table.
Food served at a dining table
A white bowl filled with fried rice containing meat, vegetables, and sauce, accompanied by chopsticks, a spoon, and a napkin on a textured greenish-blue tabletop. A dark-colored beverage container is partially visible in the background.
Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a dining area with wooden tables and chairs featuring orange cushions. The floor is tiled in brown squares. A counter with payment options (VISA, Mastercard, etc.) is visible on the left. In the background, there are multiple food stalls or counters with signage, including one labeled 'JAPANESE'. Decorative elements like red lanterns and potted plants are present. Lighting fixtures and ceiling vents are also visible.
Food Dish
A close-up shot of a plated dish on a white ceramic plate, featuring a fried egg atop shredded vegetables and dark saucy meat or noodles with sauce drizzled around the edges.
Food and Beverage on Table
A plate of fried noodles topped with a sunny-side-up egg and served with a side of red sauce. A cup of tea sits beside the plate on a saucer. Chopsticks and a spoon are placed on the table. A partially visible orange promotional sticker is nearby.
Dish at restaurant table
A plate of stir-fried noodles topped with shredded lettuce, onions, green vegetables, and a piece of grilled meat sits on a blue-green table. A glass of iced tea is nearby, along with a coaster and salt shaker. A person's hand holds a light blue napkin in the background.
Restaurant Interior Food Shot
Close-up of a clay pot rice dish topped with a sunny-side up egg, greens, and meat, served on a blue table. A small condiment tray with soy sauce and chili sauce is nearby. Another similar dish is in the background. A person's hand holds a phone with a QR code visible. A drink cup sits to the right.
Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a dining area with wooden tables and chairs, tiled floor, overhead lighting, and a cashier counter in the background. A cartoon character poster is prominently displayed on a stand near the foreground table. A blue sticker with social distancing message is visible on the table surface.
Dinner Plate at Restaurant
A white plate with fried rice garnished with cucumber slices, shredded lettuce, crispy chips, and a small spoon resting on the side. In the background, there is a bowl of soup and a small dish of condiments. The table has a blue-green surface with wooden edges.
Dining Table Meal
A plate of grilled fish with sauce drizzled on top, served with french fries, broccoli, and carrots. A glass of dark soda with a straw sits beside the plate. The table has a blue-green surface with a yellow circular sticker that reads 'WE ARE EXPANDING'. A person's hand wearing a black watch is partially visible in the background.
Noodle Bowl with Egg and Herbs
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodles in broth topped with a soft-boiled egg, cilantro, and vegetables. The bowl is black, placed on a light-colored table surface. In the background, part of another dish is visible on a white plate.
Takeaway Order Information Sheet
Printed flyer on wooden surface showing contact details and takeaway order options for a restaurant. Includes images of food as reference, WhatsApp number, email address, and location at 11 Collyer Quay #03-25 The Arcade, Singapore 049317.
Food dish in black pot
A top-down view of a cooked meal served in a black ceramic pot with handles. The dish contains a large piece of braised meat, possibly chicken or pork leg, surrounded by vegetables including lettuce, carrots, green beans, cilantro, and what appears to be dried shredded ingredients like ginger or fungus. The food is resting on a white marble surface.
Bowl of Soup
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with a creamy soup containing noodles, carrots, greens, cilantro, sesame seeds, and possibly tofu or mushrooms. The bowl sits on a blue textured table with a partial view of a yellow circular coaster that has the word 'EXPANDING' printed on it. A smartphone is partially visible in the upper right corner.
Table Setting with Food
A table setting featuring a clay pot of spicy soup garnished with cilantro, accompanied by a side of white rice and a cup of tea on a saucer with a spoon. A small metal bowl is partially visible to the left. The surface appears to be a blue-green textured tablecloth.
S-City Cafe E-meal Signage
A brightly lit overhead sign for S-City Cafe Pte Ltd at #03-25, featuring the name 'E-meal' in yellow on a green background with red panels advertising Western & Chinese Food. The sign includes the phrase 'All Are Welcome'. Decorative red lanterns and festive ornaments hang below. The setting appears to be an indoor food court or shopping arcade.
Takeaway Menu Flyer
A hand holding a printed takeaway menu flyer for S City Cafe. The flyer includes contact details (phone, WhatsApp, email), a list of Oriental Bento options with rice and vegetables, price $10.90, and an offer to use Favepay E-Card for payment. The address is listed as 11 Collyer Quay #03-25 The Arcade, Singapore 049317.
Food Plate
A white oval plate with a meal consisting of rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg, stir-fried vegetables on the left, and a breaded meat dish covered in sauce and mixed vegetables on the right. The plate rests on a greenish-blue table surface. A person wearing a striped shirt is partially visible at the top edge of the frame.
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