The Gong by Drinks&Co. @ DUO Galleria — Restaurant in Singapore

Great Food with Perfect Refreshment

The Gong by Drinks & Co (‘The Gong’) is a new establishment in the swanky Duo Galleria at Beach Road. The Gong philosophy is to turn good produce into great food at an affordable price. Plus, a meal at any Drinks & Co restaurant is not complete without a perfect refreshment, selected from the huge range of bottled drinks, a classic cocktail or one perfectly selected by the service specialist.

Gong Salt and Pepper Squid ($17). Salt and pepper squid are one of the most common entrées in a modern Australian restaurant. The version here is spiced up with garlic, red chilli, black peppercorn, sugar & spring onion. Giving it the WOW factor when you bit into the crispy and springy squid.

Florets of Cauliflower ($14). A delicious entrée. You can expect a crispy texture on the exterior of cauliflower followed with a moist and juicy interior. The pesto sauce coated this dish add a refreshing and complex flavour to the dish together with the red radish. Meanwhile, the bursting sweetness of the grape added a touch of sweetness to the overall dish.

Assorted Mushrooms Pizza ($26). Each slice of the pizza is moist and packs with mushroom flavour. A dollop of truffle cream on top of each slice of pizza just lubricates it perfectly.

Crab Meat Fried Rice, Tobiko ($14). This reminds me of the crab fried rice in Thailand. The fried rice exudes “Wok Hei”, while each grain of rice is al-dente and evenly interwind with the fried eggs. The fresh crab meat added the natural sweetness in this fried rice, while the tobiko gave this dish the popping and crunchy texture to it.

Hokkien Mee ($14). Excellent rendition of our local favourites. The Gong uses premium ingredients and we can taste the sweetness of pork and prawn broth infused in the noodle. The fresh and huge tiger prawns together with fresh squid highlighted the “atas” version of this local dish. Not forgetting the spicy homemade sambal will add some kick in this dish. It will be perfect if they drizzle some crispy pork lard on top

Iberico Pork ($24) is just awesome. Tender, juicy and with almost melts in your mouth texture is just a treat for meat lovers like me. It is placed on eggplant puree that is infused with chilli. I normally don’t like eggplant, but the puree version here works for me. On the side is roasted mini potatoes, sliced apples, pickled vegetables and pork jus, make this dish a complete one. A must order dish here.

For desserts, we have Tiramisu ($13). The tiramisu is just superb. Served cold, it is soft, creamy, yet super light and bursting with coffee flavours. Better keep some space for this desert.

Located in the swanky Duo Galleria, the catchy name of the restaurant is needed to stand above the rest. The décor is casual and comfortable. Love the black and white tiles on the indoor dining area. The outdoor seating area are furnished with high table and high chairs, pub like seating version. The Gong does not have a wine list, so you have to choose the wine shelves. Little Devil enjoys the fruity house pour Chardonnay with her meal.

If you spend $250 per receipt and get Gong Membership for a lifetime. With Gong membership, you entitle to Gong Member’s Price on Food Menu.

Overall, it was a pleasure dining at The Gong. The food here is delicious, a combination of Western Cuisine and Local flavours. Our recommendations are Florets of Cauliflower, Assorted Mushroom Pizza, Crab Meat Fried Rice, Iberico Pork and Tiramisu. Put The Gong by Drinks & Co on your must-visit list if you are near Beach Road...

❇️The Gong by Drinks&Co ● 7 Fraser Street, #01-59 & 60 Duo Galleria, Singapore 189356

🟡 The Gong by Drinks&Co is a vibrant and eclectic cafe located at Duo Galleria towers. ✳️ We were strolling at Duo Galleria when we chanced upon this cafe which opens till 11pm.

🟩 The Gong features a striking interior with a blend of industrial & modern elements, creating a lively atmosphere.

🟧 Food and Drinks ● We ordered the Tori Karaage at SGD18 + two Iced Cafe Lattes at SGD9 each. 🟧 The Tori Karaage was well marinated and the chicken pieces were crispy and delicious.

🟦 The Iced Cafe Latte was also a hit, providing a refreshing complement to the savoury karaage. I had the Cafe Latte customised to my usual specifications = One shot of espresso and more milk.

🟡 Service wise = 🟡 Myca, the Filipino service staff, was very cheerful and pleasant right from the start. It was because of her genuine demeanour that we decided to enter the bistro cafe. 🟧 Throughout our visit there, Myca was affable and nice to chat with. ▪︎ It is authentic and polite staff like Myca which makes a place tick.

● Late-night service = ✅️ I was told the Gong's operating hours accommodate late-night crowds, so that makes it a great spot for a 8pm or 9pm visit.

🟡 Overall, it was a pleasant experience at this cafe, as it wasn't too crowded and I could eat my food properly here.

🟦 Dated 19th April 2025/ Sat...

I came here and immediately felt like a welcomed guest. The hostess was incredibly friendly — she explained the menu without being pushy at all. Just warm, informative, and made the place feel genuinely pleasant to visit. I was given the table I wanted without any hesitation, and even when I decided to move to another one later, the staff was totally accommodating and kind about it.

Our server, Clement, was an absolute gem — polite, fast, friendly, and never intrusive. That rare kind of perfect service that feels like it’s not even there, yet you know you’re being taken care of every second.

The vibe, the cool air, the calm energy — it all made my day. Now, the food could be better, to be honest. But if you’re coming here for the vibe, the wine, and a smooth happy hour experience, this is absolutely the place. I’d recommend ordering from the main menu rather than the happy hour one, but either way — the atmosphere and service more than make up for it.

Huge thanks, especially to Clement....