think concept bistro serving re-invented comfort/fast food targeted at the rush-hour working crowd. their menu offers refreshingly different offerings which seems to change regularly. nice setting.


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Shoebox Canteen along North Canal Road is one of the latest additions to the CBD area to look out for. Diner by day and cocktail bar- Bitters and Love by night, this unique 30 seater space with clean finishes seeks to serve up fuss-free affordable fare to the office crowd. With a single communal table that takes centre stage with three additional square tables at the side that seats four each, orders and payment made directly at the cashier before the food is served to your table, the concept here is just like a canteen- fast, efficient, eat then leave.

Serving up mainly fusion cuisine with both East and West influences, the menu here changes every 3 weeks or so, just to mix things up for the customers. Set lunches which include a Salmon Rillette + Cream of Mushroom Soup + a choice of main go for only $19 nett while ala-carte mains price from $15-$19 nett.

Our first main was the Ranch Beef Burger served with a homemade beef patty, onion rings and home-cut fries. Though the kitchen did not ask how I wanted my beef to be done, I personally enjoyed the result of having left that option to them. The patty was moist, juicy, made from good quality ground meat. And adding an element of spice was that gherkin relish that had an earthy mustard feel with a subtle sweetness to the burger. The home-cut fries too was enjoyable and I would have loved a bigger portion!

The Roasted Pork Belly was brought back from the previous menu due to popular demand and so naturally we had to order and try it. Served with apples, tomato confit and roasted potatoes, the portion for this was mighty generous! Three long slabs of crispy crackling and a good layer of succulent fat on the underside of the skin. My only gripe was that the meat was a tad too tough, making chewing quite a task. My jaws had a good workout from this one.

Overall, Shoebox Canteen is a great option away from the bustling CBD crowds so mark this place down the next time you are in the area. It is worth a visit and will not break your bank.

Went over for lunch to try out some burgers. Was not disappointed. Tried the chicken burger which wa juicy and filled w veggie.