You don’t need a plane ticket to get your fix of American diner fare. Nestled in the heart of Joo Chiat, Gwen’s Frozen Custard and Ices is a new diner serving up classic ‘Murica food.
The diner features minimalist pink-and-white striped wallpaper, with framed photos of menu items adding a casual charm. Retro touches, like a vintage rotary phone – in pink, of course – complete the look, channelling the vibe of a classic American diner.
But this diner is not just a great backdrop for your Instagram pictures. Beyond the retro decor is a menu of greasy, hearty comfort food that’s sure to satisfy. Tuck into New York-inspired cheeseburgers ($15), Philly cheesesteaks ($16), and grilled cheese sandwiches ($14) – all simple yet indulgent classics. For something lighter, pair the tomato soup ($5.50) with a side of cottage fries ($7), which are essentially extra-crispy crisscut fries.
Dessert lovers can look forward to creamy frozen custard ($6.50), which you can customise with toppings such as Oreos, Biscoff, pretzels, caramel syrup and more. If you haven’t had frozen custard before, it’s essentially ice cream, but with a much thicker consistency. So thick, in fact, that you can flip the cup upside down without your sweet treat flowing out.
Seating is limited, with just two small benches available inside the diner, so be prepared to order your food to go.
Gwen’s Frozen Custard and Ices is located at 198 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427469. More information can be found here.
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