The Pal Isle Cafe

Dinner for two - $468 Soup Cream of mushroom soup with mushroom chunks and a touch of black pepper for seasoning. Grapefruit Chicken Breast Salad Well-seasoned chicken breast with a side salad of cherry tomatoes and blueberries, paired with grapefruit vinegar. Garlic and Szechuan Pepper Clam Meat Linguine This is a cafe's original and signature pasta dish and a must-try. The pasta has a spicy kick reminiscent of Szechuan cuisine, which is appetizing and addictive but not too spicy to handle. The garlic is fried until fragrant, and the texture is crispy, not greasy or heavy. The clams are large and fresh, and there's no point for disappointment. Slow-cooked Spanish Pork Saddle The pork saddle is about an inch thick, juicy, and tender. It is even more flavorful with mustard sauce and has a light yet rich taste. The mashed potatoes are made with coarse potatoes, making them very substantial and not too creamy, which feels refreshing. Carrot Cake At first glance, it looks like a Russian cake. It's less sweet than regular desserts and has a pleasant fragrance. It contains walnuts, which add to the texture, making it a rare find among desserts. Passion Fruit Soda The passion fruit flavor is sweet, but not overly so, making it a stable choice to quench your thirst. Winter Coffee It's like a mini version of affogato, made with milk, coffee, and chocolate ice cream. The three flavors blend well together, creating a rich and satisfying taste. As you drink it, it becomes thicker and more like a mocha. Overall, the food is of high quality and has nothing to do with the heaviness associated with Western cuisine.

Took over from the previous cafe owner with new food menu. The vibe is cafe-chill and 文青. I've visited during peak tea time hours on a Saturday. The owners have to turn away guest due to limited tables. Prepare to have time to spare (i.e. embrace the chill vibe completely) as they work through their orders. I liked the quesadilla, although I think it would work better without all the paprika/cayenne powder on top, which may latch onto your throat when you eat akin to the coca powder on a tiramisu. The cakes were nice. The chocolate one is seasonal, aims to mimic a Ferrero Rocher chocolate ball with some crunch in the layers. It was very good, though I think without coffee it may be too sweet to some. Speaking of coffee, there are some special drinks that piqued my interest, although I've ultimately stuck with a flat white. Overall a pleasant visit.

Excellent milk frothing for the Latte, coffee blend is Colombia and Ethiopia, definitely tasted the Ethiopia floral and earl grey tea-like flavours. Grilled lamb racks were pretty good. They were big so some were medium, some were well done but still soft. Loads of vege on the side. I was satisfied. The staff were attentive (it wasn't busy when I was there).

I had an excellent quick lunch at Pal Isle with my mom, where we sampled two unique pasta dishes. The Scallop Pasta fused with Chinese chilli was a bold blend of east and west, delivering a kick of spice that elevated the tender scallops. The Mentaiko pasta was a creamy delight, with the saltiness of the mentaiko contrasting perfectly with the dish's creaminess. Both dishes were served in well-portioned sizes, perfect for a light lunch, and the service was prompt and attentive. Pal Isle combines different culinary traditions into delicious pastas, making it a must-visit for fans of fusion dishes or pasta lovers. Can't wait for our next visit! ---

The Pal Isle is a local restaurant offering coffee in the day and alcohol in the night. The place is rather low profile with a small entrance and I'm glad I found this hidden gem. Each lunch set comes with a free drink, which we picked hot cappuccino and Earl Grey. Guests may choose either soup or salad as an appetizer. Spaghetti Alle Vongole w/ Sichuan Peppercorn Garlic Oil A pasta dish combining the culinary essence of Chinese mala and a sauce originating from the coastal regions of Southern Italy. Layered with flavors of fresh clams, fragrant garlic and olive oil and a hint of spiciness. Miso Glazed Halibut The fish filet was delicate and buttery smooth. Savory saikyo miso which wasn't too sweet. Served with greens and mashed potatoes. Deep-fried Chicken Wings Flawless, huge wings - served piping hot, thin crispy batter, juicy meat, perfectly marinated. Hadn't had such heavenly wings in a long time. Honestly I didn't expect such quality at a local café. Every dish was delightful. Highly recommending this place if you're around the Prince Edward area.

The vibe is good, you can dine here comfortably. We have ordered 5 sets of dinner, food is tasty and you can experience what their persistence is inside the dishes. The slow-cooked pork rack is highly recommended, juicy and chewy. Incredible! Apple crumble is a well balanced dessert, please don't hesitate to order it from the menu then put it into your mouth when it's hot.

A cozy, warm and tasty cafe you should visit in Prince Edward. It is quite close the MTR station, and very easy to spot. Staff there recommended the signature pasta dish and the grilled pork belly with coffee sauce to us. The pasta sauce was creamy and delicious, filled with the fresh taste of sea urchin and miso crab. The idea of having the coffee sauce was also brilliant! Who knows coffee goes so well with pork belly! The non-coffee sesame latte was very flavourful and the tiramisu was awesome. Staff was really friendly and helpful, would visit again and again!

Their Spaghetti sea urchin and miso crab i is amazing. The mixed sea urchin is so fragrant and matched with miso crab. The sous vide Spain pork rack is so tender and juicy. Their dinner set is a great deal with appetisers, main dishes, dessert and drinks. Really tasty food. Everything we had was surprisingly good. Great value. Daytime cafe, nighttime bar