A scenic locale, picture-perfect ambience, and thoughtfully curated menu focused on a specific type of cuisine – it goes without saying that these winning elements are always present with any concept by 1-Group, the F&B collective that’s behind the likes of Botanico @ The Summerhouse, Camille at 1-Flowerhill and plenty others. It’s thus no mystery why these locations are always top picks for special occasions like anniversaries, proposals and even weddings.
Now, buckle up for its newest dining spot, 1-Alfaro by Monti, which delivers in these aspects and more. While unexpectedly located at Pasir Panjang – an area laden with steely industrial buildings full of STEM companies – this new date night spot rewards patrons with sweeping views of the surrounding sea from its vantage point on the 34th floor. Which is beautifully fitting, since ‘Alfaro’ means ‘lighthouse’ in Italian.
Here’s what you can expect at 1-Alfaro, which houses Italian restaurant La Torre, and alfresco rooftop bar La Luna.
La Torre: Classic Italian restaurant with sea views
It’s classic Italian staples over at La Torre, which leans towards the cuisine of Emilia-Romagna in Northern Italy. Tuck into the likes of hearty charcoal-grilled meat and seafood, fried lasagna ($16), and house-made burrata gelato with rosemary tuile ($17) – a menu conceptualised by a Genovese chef. Small eaters – or those who’d like to try a little bit of everything – will be glad to know that most of La Torre’s handmade pastas such as Fettuccine flat egg pasta ($26) and cannelloni della nonna ($26) also come in half-portion alternatives, at half the price.
Your meal tastes even better accompanied with panoramic views of the sea, which you’ll get to enjoy a good eyeful of thanks to the floor-to-ceiling glass walls. Golden hour here is sure to be stunning, so if you’re coming for dinner, it’ll be wise to pick a strategic timing that’ll let you witness the sunset.
La Luna: chill alfresco rooftop bar
Watch ships cruise by with a classic Italian cocktail ($16) in hand at La Luna – La Torre’s semi-outdoor bar extension. This airy space will have you soaking up the salty sea breeze, all under the comfort of a shelter overhead. Wine-lovers have much to be excited about with an extensive list featuring 90-odd reds, whites, rosés and champagnes from Italy, France, Spain and more.
Weddings at 1-Alfaro
Just like other 1-Group dining venues, 1-Alfaro does take bookings for wedding solemnisations and banquets, inclusive of all the essential equipment like a projector, sound system, and bridal room, along with customised planning with styling. The indoor space of La Torre can accommodate up to 120 persons, seated – which is just the right amount for a cosy celebration with all your nearest and dearest – but those who’d like to book out the entire venue to fit more people can also do so.
How to get to 1-Alfaro by Monti
Despite its tranquil ambience, 1-Alfaro is located just a two-minute walk from Labrador Park MRT station – absolutely convenient. It’s also not too far from Labrador Nature Reserve, so you can enjoy a breezy post-meal stroll there and head out to the tip of Labrador Jetty or even the pink Berlayer Beacon (also known as Berlayer Point Lighthouse) if you’ve got comfy shoes on.
1-Alfaro by Monti is located at Level 34 of Labrador Tower along 1 Pasir Panjang Road. Find out more here.
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