bring your date to this american sandwich shop! 🥪🍔
i still remember fondly how one of my first few dates with my current partner started at this cozy sandwich shop along telok ayer street. a few years back, the storefront of park bench deli 🥪🥗 looked like any other cafe a stone throwaway. but today, it’s distinct royal blue tile 🌊 is the hallmark of its growing success and repertoire.
the first time that i stepped into the sandwich shop, i was instantly captivated by the burst of bright sunlight 🌞 filtering through a tiny roof of glass. i told myself that if i were to open a cafe 🍵🍰 i wanted it to have the same element of natural light as park bench did. && i’m so glad that they have decided to retain the glass roof. while it did mean that not a lot of seats were as brightly lit for 📸🤳 instagram pictures, the atmosphere more than made up for it.
here’s a review of what we tried:
1. BLT (4.5 / 5 🌱)
- classic sandwich flavour, slightly elevated with potato buns 🥔
- thick slice of candied pork belly bacon 🥓 satisfied my unhealthy-food cravings, ⭐️ truly was the star of the show
- garlic 🧄 aioli paired well with the heavy bacon flavours
- freshness of the lettuce 🥬 & tomato 🍅 really cut through the oiliness & gave a nice crunch!
2. mortadella (3.5 / 5 🌱)
- slightly underwhelming
- cold sandwich!!! bc of the burrata & mortadella
- LOVED the toasted pistachios on the burrata 🧀
- one dimensional flavours, kinda boring….
3. tater tots (4.5 / 5 🌱)
- super substantial potato filling!!!
- was dense, crispy (on the outside) & pillowy (on the inside)
- great to snack on, in between bites of our burgers!
- definitely would get again for sharing 🥂
4. iced lemonade (4 / 5 🌱)
- slightly sour 🍋, just the way we like it
- did not taste like sugar syrup, the way most lemonades do
- slight acidity helped to cut the oiliness of the sandwiches
overall, park bench did not disappoint! there were a few items that were not available 😭😔, but the bulk of their crowd favourites were available! this is still one of our favourite sandwich shops in singapore, with good food & decent prices 💵 looks like we’ll be coming back more often 🫣
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If you're planning a visit to Park Bench Deli, here are some extra tips that might help you enjoy your experience even more. First, try to go during off-peak hours if you want a quieter, more intimate atmosphere—ideal for dates. The natural light from the glass roof creates a warm vibe during the day, but if the seating under the sunlight is limited, coming early can secure you one of those prime spots perfect for Instagram snaps. Besides the BLT and tater tots that I mentioned, the menu offers a good variety of fresh deli sandwiches that feature locally sourced ingredients. While some items like the mortadella sandwich felt a bit one-dimensional to me, experimenting with different combinations might lead you to your own personal favorite. Also, the iced lemonade is a refreshing choice that cuts through the richness of their sandwiches, avoiding the cloying sweetness you often find elsewhere. For those seeking comfort food with a touch of American deli classics in Singapore, Park Bench Deli offers great value without compromising quality. And if you’re a fan of cozy, unique cafes with a familiar yet elevated menu, this spot is a must-try. Lastly, even though some popular items might not always be available due to high demand, the core menu remains solid. This is a deli I’ll keep coming back to, especially when craving a hearty sandwich and a chilled drink on Telok Ayer Street.
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