Check out this matcha specialty cafe in SS2 that serves a silky ‘wat tan hor’ chicken katsudon

Nestled in the vibrant neighbourhood of SS2, Spacegrey has been a beloved fixture for nearly four years now. After a two-month hiatus, in which they set out to “right the wrongs of their previous setup,” they are now back with a fresh look and an exciting new menu.

Spacegrey re-emerges as a blank canvas, ready to be filled with colour again.

A new face to the Spacegrey team

Image Credit: Spacegrey on Instagram (left), Roxanne Lim (right)

Recently revamped, this matcha specialty cafe is shaking things up, introducing an exciting dish crafted by their latest hire: Chef Nic Wong (@applefishcakes). The talented chef has made a name for himself through collaborative kitchen pop-ups across PJ.

With his creativity on board, Spacegrey promises to deliver both familiar comforts and exciting new additions.

Their heartfelt message on social media encapsulates the essence of their evolution: “It’s been over 3 years now, and it’s safe to say that we’ve experienced it all—the excitement, the mass hype, the mess ups, and the fall.”

It’s both exciting and reassuring when you can tell how passionate a business is about its craft, always striving to impress and evolve—both in its aesthetics and menu offerings.

With renewed passion and a refreshed space, they’ve added an irresistible and unique wat tan hor inspired chicken katsudon to the menu.

So, if you haven’t been to Spacegrey before, here’s everything you need to know.

Specialities & revamps to the menu

Image Credit: Ivan Yap on Google Review (left), KC (right)

Over the years, Spacegrey has gained a loyal following thanks to its bespoke daifuku and beverages, particularly the matcha varieties.

They have a Matcha Daifuku (RM9) and a Strawberry Daifuku (RM12), the latter is essentially the matcha one with a sweet strawberry nestled in the centre.

Both are filled with matcha and red bean paste, and customers have nothing but good things to say about them. The texture is just right, the filling is sufficient and balanced with the right amount of sweetness, so you can truly appreciate the rich, high-quality matcha in every bite.

These daifukus are a must-try for matcha lovers.

Spacegrey also has a Matcha Filled Chocolate Cookie (RM7). A beautiful chunky cookie that oozes a creamy matcha filling when cut into. The sea salt flakes on top cuts through the richness of the cookie, and the textures blend together seamlessly. A very good cookie for the price you’re paying.

We can’t forget their drink selection, which definitely lives up to the hype. Having tried both the Iced Chocolate (RM15) and the Matcha (RM15), I can confidently say that these beverages are worth every penny.

Image Credit: Elvin Leong on Google Review (left), @stills.byxuan on Instagram (right)

Spacegrey delivers rich and satisfying flavours that will have you nodding your head in appreciation after each sip. Do they offer non-dairy milks? Absolutely!

Fret not, you will still find these mainstays from the former menu available today.

As for their revamped interior, Spacegrey has not only expanded, but now rocks a sleek monochrome background of black, white, and silver, enhanced by neon green accents. Their new space is minimalistic, comfortable, and soothing.

Image Credit: Dil Sama on Google Review

Katsudon with a twist

The highlight of their comeback appears to be their newest addition to the menu: their katsudons by Chef Nic.

Katsudons are widely available these days, there’s no shortage, but don’t be so quick to dismiss Spacegrey’s take. This is a chicken katsudon with a twist and as of the writing of this article, it might just be PJ’s most unique katsudon yet.

Image Credit: @stills.byxuan on Instagram (left), @yumtummy28_ (right)

Typically, katsudon is served with a Japanese curry sauce that’s rich and creamy, but they do things differently at Spacegrey.

Chef Nic’s katsudon sauce starts off looking pretty similar to a brown sauce. He then cracks fresh eggs into the sauce and gives them a gentle mix. This results in a silky sauce that, texture wise, closely resembles the local-favourite, wat tan hor.

A generous ladle of this is spooned over crispy chicken katsu, and fresh spring onions are sprinkled on top for garnishing. Spacegrey has two versions: Chicken Katsudon (RM27) and Unagi Katsudon (RM50).

They’ve also added Chicken Gyozas (RM12) and Ebi Gyozas (RM14) to the new menu.

Collabs & pop ups

Spacegrey is one of those places that’s always buzzing with exciting collaborations, pop ups, and surprises. It’s nice to see small and local F&B businesses collaborating, creating, and supporting one another.

The team at Spacegrey wanted to create a collaborative space that serves the community, and one of their key initiatives is the introduction of dinner service. As a part of this endeavour, “Pop Up Nights” is now a monthly event, featuring talented chefs from the neighbourhood who will craft unique takes on a pop-up menu.

These pop ups not only occasionally enhance the variety offered at Spacegrey, but showcase the diverse flavours and innovative dishes that emerge when passionate foodies come together. It’s a happy reminder of the vibrant food scene we have and the exciting potential that arises when local F&Bs unite.

More than just matcha at Spacegrey

Once merely a cafe celebrated for its good matcha, Spacegrey has evolved into something so much bigger and brighter over the years. Now a hub for creativity and community collaboration, it offers an enriched atmosphere and dining experience.

With new offerings like Chef Nic’s wat tan hor katsudon and fun pop-up events that light the way for local talent, we’re excited to see how Spacegrey continues to grow.

The next time you find yourself in SS2, drop by Spacegrey for anything but a monochromatic time.