From Sichuan spice to panda mousse, Chengdu’s most talked-about dining concept brings its playful East-meets-West flair to 313@Somerset.
If you think the panda craze stops at souvenirs, think again. Singapore is about to get a serious dose of Chengdu charm — with a side of mala.
5:59+ Café & Bistro, hailed as Chengdu’s #1 Western dining concept, has officially crossed borders to open its first international outpost right in the heart of Orchard Road. With a menu that fuses Sichuan heat and Western comfort, and interiors inspired by lush urban gardens, this is no ordinary café launch — it’s a full-blown panda invasion, served with flair.
A Taste of Chengdu’s Playful Spirit
First launched in 2019 by Chengdu hospitality group Burano, 5:59+ Café & Bistro quickly became a social media phenomenon in China — and not just for its food. Known for its creative fusion dishes and immersive interiors, the café captured the essence of Chengdu’s modern food scene: playful, bold, and irresistibly photogenic.
The name 5:59+ is symbolic — that one minute before six o’clock represents transition and anticipation. Whether it’s brunch before the workday or cocktails before sundown, the café celebrates that moment between what was and what’s next.
The Urban Garden at Somerset
The Singapore outlet, dubbed “The Urban Garden,” reimagines Chengdu’s leisurely lifestyle for the tropics. Expect a lush, soothing space of greenery, marble, and warm wood — a stylish escape where city energy meets nature’s calm.
Fusion Flavours with Sichuan Heat
At 5:59+, the culinary imagination runs wild. Think Hot Pot Pizza with beef tripe, cordyceps flowers, and mozzarella. Or the Szechuan Pepper Steak, a tender oyster steak infused with tongue-tingling Sichuan peppercorns.
For something comforting yet cheeky, the Spicy Chicken & Bacon Pasta delivers that unmistakable Sichuan kick in a creamy New Orleans-style sauce. And if you’re feeling adventurous, there’s the D24 Durian Pizza — an unexpected sweet-and-savoury pairing that’s already going viral in Chengdu.
The Star of the Show: The Pandas
But let’s be honest — the real scene-stealers are the panda-themed desserts and drinks, which are almost too cute to eat.
The Panda Mousse Cake (S$14++) — a perfectly sculpted black-and-white bear with a velvety texture — is pure edible art. Snap a photo before you dig in; it’s one of those desserts made for the feed and the heart.
The Signature Panda Latte (S$9.80++) features a mini marshmallow panda floating lazily on your coffee — like a caffeine-fuelled cuddle. And don’t miss the Bamboo Milk Tea, served in a bamboo-shaped cup with a panda peeking out from the lid. Every detail is designed to melt hearts and cameras alike.
Opening Promotion in Singapore
To celebrate its Singapore debut, the café is offering a steak promotion for dine-in guests from 28 October to 8 November 2025:
– 50% off steaks from 28–31 October 2025
– 40% off from 1–4 November 2025
– 30% off from 5–8 November 2025
Choose from three signature cuts — all 150-day grain-fed and packed with flavour:
– Szechuan Pepper Steak (S$39++)
– Angus Sirloin Steak (S$39++)
– Angus Rib-Eye Steak (S$42++)
Promotion valid for dine-in only, one redemption per table.
5:59+ Café & Bistro is located at 313 Orchard Road, #01-28, 313 @ Somerset, Singapore 238895.
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