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Verandah Cafe

2.1(9)on Googlecoffeenovena

190 Keng Lee Rd, #01-03 Level, Singapore 308409

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
CRoom to grow

Score: 25 / 100

Atmosphere50
Consistency20
Food quality40
Value for money30

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: Verandah Cafe presents a mixed bag, with some patrons praising the lamb shank briyani, noting that at under $20, it's a good value, especially for the Orchard area.

There's also mention of a $12 senior citizen promotion, which, when available, significantly enhances the dining experience for some.

However, the overall sentiment leans negative, with significant concerns raised about service consistency and menu availability.

Multiple accounts highlight issues with slow service, staff training, and incorrect order taking.

A recurring complaint is the limited menu, with many items, including advertised promotions, frequently unavailable without prior notice.

This has led to frustration, particularly when reservations and menu inquiries are made in advance.

Drinks are described as 'tasteless' and cakes 'sad,' suggesting a lack of quality control.

While some staff members are noted for their efforts, the operational shortcomings appear to stem from broader management issues.

We'd recommend Verandah Cafe only if you're specifically seeking the lamb shank briyani and are prepared for potential service inconsistencies and limited menu options.

Signature

lamb shank briyani

Price

Below $20/person

Score: 25 · 5 sources

What customers say

Verandah Cafe receives mixed reviews, with significant dissatisfaction regarding service inconsistencies and menu availability.

While some praise the value and taste of dishes like the lamb shank briyani and senior citizen promotions, others report slow service, tasteless drinks, and a limited, unappealing food selection.

Operational issues, including incorrect order taking, unannounced menu item unavailability, and unfulfilled promotions, are recurring concerns, though individual staff members like Pinky are sometimes commended for their efforts.

Service inconsistency & staff trainingMenu availability & accuracyValue for money (lamb shank briyani, senior promotions)Drink quality & food presentation
20% positive0% neutral80% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★Abdul Rahman· 3 months ago

Slow service. Drinks almost tasteless. The staff might require more training, as the lady was not able to key in our orders correctly. Management should look into giving proper training and ensuring s…

★★★★Jialong Liu· 9 months ago

Really deserving of 1 star if they call this a cafe with almost no food and very basic drinks .. the cakes look so sad .. the staff was friendly though ...but surely not a good place to chill or unwin…

★★★★★Abu Hassan Abu Bakar· a year ago

Great food, great taste, great service and great ambience. The $12 promotion for senior citizens also adds to the excellent rating. Only one thing to take note is to put the papadum separately (not in…

★★★★Teochew AlEx· a year ago

One lamb shank briyani within $20 is a steal in orchard area, esp when the test is good!

★★★★Fatimah Hamid· a year ago

Kindly provide a contact number so that your ops team can liaise with me. Honestly, I would have given zero stars if I could. I visited this establishment for lunch this afternoon. Prior to my visit,…

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