AFTER TASTE CHINESE RESTAURANT

After Taste is your go-to for a no-fuss Chinese meal in SE1. Lisa Hoang Ka was impressed by the speedy service and huge portions, especially for roast pork and fried rice. Kin L loves the variety and cash-only system, which is a bit retro but adds to the charm. But be ready to carry cash because they don’t accept cards — it felt like a scavenger hunt for Pedro Andrade when he stumbled in with no cash.

Despite some mixed reviews on service and miscommunications, the food seems to hit the right spot for many. The fried noodles are a must-try, especially if you can dodge the cash-only pitfall. After Taste is a vanilla experience; it’s good enough to keep you coming back, but not likely to make your top five.