Cafe Mondo

Cafe Mondo was a halal-certified Western-Asian fusion cafe that once operated at Level 2 Orchard Gateway, conveniently located beside 313 Somerset in the heart of Singapore's premier shopping district. This quick-serve cafe carved out a niche by offering unique, affordable meals paired with premium dessert offerings including ice cream, pastries, and sodas.

The cafe's menu reflected its fusion approach, featuring creative items like chicken luncheon fries, Mondo mac & cheese, and cheesy meat balls. Reviewers particularly praised the luncheon fries, with some claiming they tasted better than similar dishes at competing establishments. This attention to familiar comfort food with slight twists made Cafe Mondo appealing to a younger, casual dining crowd.

Cafe Mondo's ice cream selection stood out as a major draw, offering both 12-scoop and 6-scoop options in flavors including ginger, sorbet, blackberries, mint, chocolate chips, and cinnamon. Beyond ice cream, the menu included fish and chips, sandwiches, waffles, and the popular molten lava cake, providing options for both savory meals and sweet treats.

The cafe's halal certification made it particularly valuable in the Orchard area, where finding affordable, certified halal Western-Asian fusion options can be challenging. The combination of quick service, reasonable prices, and diverse menu options positioned Cafe Mondo as a convenient dining spot for shoppers exploring Orchard Gateway and nearby 313 Somerset.

Unfortunately, Cafe Mondo has since closed, with references to it now appearing as "the now-defunct Café Mondo." During its operation, it served as a popular halal option in one of Singapore's busiest shopping corridors, offering Muslim diners a place to recharge during shopping trips with food that balanced familiarity and creativity. The closure represents a loss of a unique halal dining concept in the Orchard area.