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Leo Cafe & Restaurant
Review
About
Features
CUISINES
Cafe, Asian, Singaporean
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Location
Central Area/City Area
Can a vegetarian person get a good meal at this restaurant?
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Hours
Open until 11:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 am - 11:00 pm
Monday
9:30 am - 11:00 pm
Tuesday
9:30 am - 11:00 pm
Wednesday
9:30 am - 11:00 pm
Thursday
9:30 am - 11:00 pm
Friday
9:30 am - 11:00 pm
Saturday
9:30 am - 11:00 pm
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4.6
486 reviews
Excellent
355
Very good
94
Average
28
Poor
5
Terrible
4
Lingham
1 contribution
May 2022 • friends
Leo Cafe Restaurant made our friends gathering a night to remember, the food was excellent and affordable and we washed it down with Erdinger, stout and beer. It is run by Mr Leo an Octogenarian with his daughter and staff. Very accommodative people.
Written 7 May 2022
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hsin L
2 contributions
Jun 2022 • family
Yummy & delicious food cause it's not like fast- food, it's much closer to home food but more delicious & healthy too. I think that Leo Cafe & Restaurant is the perfect place to eat & have a quiet time especially if you are out with your husband or boyfriend. Lastly, the owner & staffs are both warm & hospitable that make you feel warm at home. I don't hesitate for a second to recommend anyone to visit & try out this Leo Cafe & Restaurant.
Written 6 June 2022
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Jasmine Rose
5 contributions
Sept 2022 • couples
We had the kampong fried rice, bakar ayam and the ginger sliced beef. Everything was so good! The fried rice had a nice ikan bilis crunch, the ginger sliced beef was perfectly cooked but the bakar ayam was the star for me! Crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside and the chilli was just right.
The place is clean and nicely decked out, with a homely feel. Uncle Leo and his daughter were very friendly and welcoming, and despite it being my first visit they made me feel like I was coming home. Before the other patrons came in, uncle Leo even sat for a while and chatted with us, which we thoroughly appreciated.
Highly recommended for an empty tummy, a quiet night and if you feel like letting uncle Leo regale you with stories of old Singapore.
Written 3 September 2022
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BubblesCPF
Singapore15 contributions
Jul 2022 • family
This little family-style cafe is located on level 2 of Lion Peak Hotel (previously Populous Hotel), and is run by a friendly uncle Leo with his family .
The menu has a good selection with a mix of western & local dishes. Besides the usual cold & hot beverages, they also serve beer & wine.
We were very pleased with the quality of food served, as everything tasted fresh.
The Hawaiian pizza had fresh pineapples, tomatoes over a thin pizza crust with a smokey flavour.
The chicken chop was crispy on skin n is lightly flavoured with salt & pepper to retain its original flavour.
The fried rice with beef had bursts of "wok hey" with bits of salted fish & fried white baits added with crunch from a generous amount of chopped vegetables.
It is overall a satisfying meal.
We'll be back again!
Written 5 July 2022
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nnatty2020
Singapore17 contributions
Jul 2022 • family
We found a hidden gem at Middle Road.
Leo Cafe & Restaurant is located at Populous Hotel, 2nd floor, 23 Middle Road. Just nearby hotel 81.
Uncle Leo and the lady boss is very friendly.
The restaurant is cosy and relaxing.
The food is good quality for Singapore homemade style. It is so good even the white rice alone. They have special mixed a few types of rice, not just a simple normal white rice.
The chicken chop, skin is so crispy.
Fish and chips, fish is fresh and crispy. Not oily. My little boy finished the whole plate!!
Indonesian Oxtail Soup is rarely found in Singapore, and they have a good one.
We ate everything clean.
I promised uncle Leo to shout out. This is a good local quality small restaurant that prepared their food with pure heart and love. We will come here more often for sure!! I put the name card and menu QR code in the photo below.
Written 16 July 2022
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AriesGal
48 contributions
Mar 2021 • none
Great food for those on dietary, fresh salad vegetables and meat👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I had beautiful chicken and broccoli where else no oil or fatty. The chef do a great job for me due to my food dietary, awesome ppl here and the staff is very friendly. It’s just feel like home 🥰
Written 13 March 2021
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AriesGal
48 contributions
Jul 2020 • none
Love the sambal prawn and we can request for less or more spicy up to your own needs, nice friendly environment feel like your home. Cheerful people and friendly owner. Feeling welcoming to the restaurant and the beer price is reasonable for the surrounding. Enjoy the food and it’s fresh cook.
Written 5 July 2020
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Audrey L
Singapore3 contributions
Dec 2020 • friends
Good service, nice and cozy ambience to chill.
They serve good food and the indonesia dish is good as you are able to choose your own level of spiciness.
If you want a simple dish, you can try their fried rice as the "wok hey", taste is good.
Written 4 December 2020
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Jaslyn
3 contributions
Nov 2020 • solo
I came across Leo cafe during my staycation at Populus hotel and was just planning to have a quick brunch while I work. The boss here is really sweet and introduced me their specialties which is Indonesian food. However, after I told her that I’m on a strict diet, she prepared a really healthy yet delicious plate for me immediately and even suggested to prepare me a healthy breakfast that is out of the menu the next day before I check out. The service here is definitely commendable and the food here is really yummy too! Thank you once again for the hospitality. Like I mentioned, never felt more at home at a staycation. Blessed.
Written 30 November 2020
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Yvette
1 contribution
Dec 2020 • couples
I had a wonderful time dining in this restaurant due to the staff's friendliness and also her helpfulness to cater to my vegetarian needs.
Even though Leo's Cafe is located on the second level of Populous Hotel, it is open to public customers to dine in. I will come by again as a non-hotel guest in future.
Written 31 December 2020
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Dream18341304742
5 contributions
Nov 2020 • friends
New menu today Chicken Pecak , very tasty and nice flavour. Love the chillies and the spice. The chicken is juicy and tender recommend everyone to try and I will come again for the chilli sambal. Happy wth new environment.
Written 27 November 2020
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Floris M
Singapore35 contributions
Sept 2020 • couples
Fantastic food and the ambiance is great. This family establishment run by uncle Leo and his daughter is worth going any day of the week. Prices are very reasonable and you feel very welcome here. Definitely coming back here soon!
Written 10 September 2020
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AriesGal
48 contributions
Sept 2020 • none
I have a great beef steak at Leo cafe very tender,chewy and tasty. I like the flavour of black pepper sauce and I can ask for less spicy or more. Its like home cook food , fries and broccoli. The ambience is very nice and bring my friends along and they enjoy the foods. We will come back for the steak again and their service is great Father and daughter very friendly and helpful . We had a great time thank you for the food.
Written 23 September 2020
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jonathan
Singapore14 contributions
Jun 2022 • solo
Impeccable service by the humble staff. Love the cosy and comfy environment. The oven baked checked chop cooked in its own juices, elevated by the savoury marination will definitely have me and my friends coming back for more. Glad to have found this inconspicuous gem!
Written 12 June 2022
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MingSG87
Singapore1 contribution
Jun 2022 • friends
Cozy environment and warm hospitality from the owner and team from Leo’s Cafe & Restaurant. Spoilt for choice on items offered on the menu.
Highly recommend the chicken chop and luncheon fries! Chicken chop is crispy on the outside, yet tender and juicy on the inside. Chef’s special take on the luncheon fries is superb and a definite must try at Leo’s Cafe & Restaurant.
A wonderful place to hang out with family and friends
Written 10 June 2022
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