Best cafés in Singapore

39 people recommend, 5 warn against itvia r/askSingapore, r/singapore, r/SingaporeEats

Nylon draws strong support for its coffee, with drinkers praising its roasting and bean selection. One subscriber enjoys the changing monthly beans, and one visitor singles out the flat white. Queues and limited seating recur in the comments. Not everyone likes the coffee: one finds it too weak, while others do not share the enthusiasm. Another visitor reports an unsatisfactory takeaway experience.

37 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outletsvia r/askSingapore, r/singapore, r/SingaporeEats

Tiong Hoe receives recommendations across its Singapore outlets, with the original shop specifically mentioned for its adjoining bean selection. Coffee drinkers praise the roaster, and one calls its coffee consistent with a good choice of beans. One commenter likes the espresso and milk-based drinks. Dissent includes one finding the original outlet's coffee too weak and another reporting disappointing recent bean purchases.

36 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outletsvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore

Alchemist is recommended across its Singapore outlets, with the Heeren branch specifically named for espresso-based drinks. One commenter calls the brand a daily coffee stop, and another likes its rotating bean selection. Two people report inconsistent experiences between branches or visits. One finds seating limited at most outlets; that is a brand-wide observation rather than a description of this Heeren pin.

Orchard

26 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/singapore, r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Apartment Coffee draws repeated praise for its coffee and consistency. One visitor enjoys journalling there, while another uses it to break up working from home. Crowding is a recurring caveat rather than a reason to expect quiet. One diner reports uneven enforcement of a seating time limit, and another describes a long pour-over wait. Two drinkers find the coffee good without considering it exceptional.

Selegie

21 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/singapore, r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Community Coffee receives recommendations across its Singapore outlets, with Far East Plaza explicitly named by several commenters. One drinker calls it a long-standing favourite, and another praises its consistency, speed and taste. One commenter specifically likes its espresso and milk-based coffee. A separate visitor recommends the Odeon Towers outlet; those outlet-specific observations should not be read as facts about Far East Plaza. One person notes limited seating.

Far East Plaza

20 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore, r/singapore

Common Man receives recommendations across Singapore, including explicit mentions of Joo Chiat and Martin Road. One commenter prefers Martin Road for consistency, while two find the brand's roasting dark for their tastes. Food opinions include decent but costly mains and, from another diner, generous breakfast portions. These are pooled brand observations, not all experiences at the pinned Joo Chiat outlet.

Joo Chiat

16 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/singapore, r/SingaporeEats

Asylum is recommended for coffee across comments mentioning Jalan Besar and Serangoon. At the Serangoon Road outlet, one commenter specifically mentions a peanut-butter-and-jelly latte. Another praises the approach to brewing, and one likes the coffee and ambience while recalling a limited pastry offering. That menu recollection is uncertain, not a promise of current availability.

Serangoon Road

15 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outletsvia r/askSingapore, r/singaporefood, r/SingaporeEats

Lola's receives recommendations across its Singapore outlets, including Kovan and Tampines. One diner describes it as dependable for breakfast or lunch meetups. A Kovan visitor enjoyed the wings and earl grey Mont Blanc tart; another commenter recommends honey wings without naming an outlet. A Tampines visitor praises the portions. Dissent includes one unimpressed with the food and another noting a wait.

Kovan

13 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Bao Er is recommended for kaya toast, with Balestier explicitly named in the comments. Several people praise the kaya. Two visitors report buying kaya to take away in a cup, while another rates it above other versions they have tried. Those are past experiences rather than a guarantee of current packaging or availability.

13 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore, r/singapore

Homeground draws recommendations for its specialty coffee, including explicit praise for the Bukit Timah location. One visitor enjoyed a Kenyan filter coffee with fruit notes, while another found the Bukit Timah coffee excellent despite the journey. Dissent includes one underwhelmed by a pour-over and another questioning the bean selection. One commenter describes a shift from a conventional cafe towards roasting and coffee experiences.

Bukit Timah

13 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/askSingapore, r/singapore, r/SingaporeEats

Kurasu receives recommendations across its Singapore locations, with the Waterloo Street shop explicitly named. One drinker calls it their favourite coffee in the city, while others recommend its pour-overs. Comments about the Orchard kiosk concern a different outlet. Matcha opinions are divided: some praise the available grades, while others find the drinks too sweet. Two commenters are also unimpressed with the coffee.

Waterloo Street

12 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

% Arabica receives recommendations across Singapore, with the Somerset outlet explicitly praised by two commenters for espresso-style coffee. One drinker particularly likes the brand's Kyoto latte, and another calls the coffee solid. Dissent includes one finding it underwhelming and another not worth the cost. A matcha drinker also places it among their least-preferred choices.

11 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf receives recommendations across its Singapore outlets. Marine Cove is explicitly recommended for its setting, with one visitor describing it as cosy with a beach view. Another person praises a filling breakfast set without naming a branch. An older report raises an after-hours ventilation concern at Bugis, not Marine Cove. Source accounts of overnight opening are not verified current hours.

Marine Cove

11 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Maxi Coffee Bar is repeatedly recommended for coffee in the Chinatown and Ann Siang area. One visitor treats it as a weekend stop for food and coffee, and another praises the toasties. A further commenter likes its drip and espresso drinks and relaxed atmosphere. One drinker prefers other roasters because Maxi's in-house roast is too dark for their taste.

Chinatown

11 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outletsvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Hvala is recommended across its Singapore outlets, with Odeon explicitly suggested by one commenter. One visitor likes its matcha but finds it costly. Praise for a matcha latte specifically concerns Tanjong Pagar; another commenter enjoys the brand's mochi waffles and matcha ice cream without naming an outlet. Dissent includes a seaweed-like taste for one drinker and another preferring a cheaper competitor.

Odeon

10 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore

Round Boy Roasters is repeatedly recommended for coffee and beans. One drinker particularly likes its milk drinks, and another reports good experiences there. A regular bean buyer is more qualified: they usually enjoy the beans but found two recent batches unremarkable. That is a personal experience, not evidence of a general decline.

10 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore

Double Shot is recommended for coffee, with EON Shenton explicitly named. One visitor particularly likes the V60 pour-overs, finding them interesting but costly; the comparison with Alchemist comes from that same person, not another independent diner. Another commenter calls Double Shot a local favourite, and one praises its consistency, speed and taste.

10 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore

PPP Coffee is a specialty coffee name mentioned among Singapore's better independent cafes, with praise for its espresso, milk-based drinks and fruitier, more acidic brews. One visitor enjoyed the piccolo, and another singles out the lavender earl grey cake at the Funan outlet while noting limited food. Views are not unanimous: one commenter would skip it, saying they have never had a good brew there.

10 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Folk Yard receives praise for sandwiches, including the patty melt and pesto mozzarella sandwich. Two diners particularly enjoy the Brussels sprouts. Pizza opinions are split: one prefers the dinner menu, while another found the pizzas unmemorable for the cost. One regular reports a small pesto sandwich, and another describes queueing only to find the patty melt sold out. These are visit reports, not guaranteed conditions.

Potong Pasir

9 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore

Chye Seng Huat Hardware receives recommendations for coffee and ambience near Jalan Besar. One visitor particularly likes the hand-drip coffee, and another prefers its coffee to Common Man while finding the space cramped. A further commenter enjoys the hipster-style atmosphere. Food opinions are less positive: one diner finds the pastries and food disappointing despite enjoying the ambience, while another finds the cafe costly.

9 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Plain Vanilla receives recommendations across its Singapore branches, including the pinned Tiong Bahru outlet for the overall cafe experience. One visitor likes its non-standard egg dishes, and others praise the bakes. A brownie recommendation specifically concerns the TANGS outlet, while another commenter suggests taking cupcakes away without naming a branch. One diner notes it is not among the cheapest cafe options.

9 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Sin & Savage receives recommendations for coffee and cafe food in Queenstown. One diner particularly praises the mash, and two enjoy its doughnuts. Other individual recommendations include pasta, breads and a citrus tart. One visitor finds it relatively uncrowded. The specific dishes and atmosphere reflect those commenters' experiences, not universal agreement.

Queenstown

9 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outletsvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

PS.Cafe receives recommendations across its Singapore outlets, with Harding Road and Dempsey explicitly praised for ambience. Dessert recommendations include blackout chocolate cake and sticky date pudding, although the commenters do not all name a branch. One diner finds the chocolate cake cloying. Another recalls large portions but notes the visit was some time ago, so current serving size is not assumed.

Dempsey

8 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Hello Arigato receives recommendations for its sandos, including cafe and breakfast discussions around Joo Chiat. Two diners specifically praise the sandwiches, and another enjoys the pasta as well while finding the food costly. These comments concern the business across its outlets; an older opening-time report is not treated as a promise of current hours at the Joo Chiat branch.

8 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Killiney Kopitiam is a casual, no-frills coffee shop recommended for traditional local breakfast, especially kaya toast and coffee. One diner points to it as a budget-friendly option for a cafe meal, and another says it has a wider breakfast menu than similar chains, including eggs, rice and noodles. Two commenters mention the Lucky Plaza outlet as a convenient alternative to the Killiney Road shop.

Lucky Plaza

8 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

YY Kafei Dian is a traditional kopitiam cafe in a central spot near Raffles Hotel, recommended for its kaya buns and toast. One diner calls it their favourite old-school kopi tiam, praising the soft, fluffy buns and decent kopi, and finds a set budget-friendly for this part of the city. Another commenter recommends the kaya bun and toast and suggests the queue should not deter anyone.

37 Beach Rd

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore, r/askSingapore

Humble Origins receives coffee recommendations in Joo Chiat. One visitor particularly enjoys the coffee, and another recommends it for brunch food. A separate commenter singles out a Yorkshire pudding with kaya and onsen eggs. Coffee opinions are not unanimous: one finds beans from the region unremarkable, and another calls the coffee average. These are individual preferences rather than a uniform verdict.

Joo Chiat

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Kyo Kohee receives recommendations across its Singapore locations for matcha, with genmaicha lattes also mentioned. One commenter explicitly identifies the Asia Square kiosk and distinguishes it from the Robinson Road cafe. Another prefers the outlet near Lau Pa Sat. Dissent includes one finding the matcha poor value and another disliking the business-district setting of the main cafe, not necessarily this kiosk.

7 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Pralet receives praise for its doughnuts in Tiong Bahru, including individual recommendations for pistachio-berry and cinnamon versions. Two diners are more measured about value or queueing. One visitor recommends its sourdough sandwiches near Outram Park, and another praises sandwiches while suggesting a visit around Tiong Bahru. These are individual experiences rather than a uniform verdict on every item.

Tiong Bahru

7 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Dearborn receives recommendations at New Bahru, with one commenter praising food that differs from standard cafe fare while finding it costly. Another diner reports repeated visits and excellent food; those are the same person's observations. One visitor specifically craves a potato-and-egg dish. A separate commenter notes a limited menu but still recommends the New Bahru outlet.

New Bahru

7 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Calligraph Coffee is recommended for its matcha, with one visitor saying it is really good for matcha despite the coffee name. One diner calls the strawberry matcha great, and another who is not a big matcha fan loves the matcha strawberry drink and finds the Guoco outlet relaxed for working or people-watching. A commenter also lists the Bugis outlet among regular matcha options.

7 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Heap Seng Leong is recommended for old-school kaya butter toast and butter coffee. One commenter particularly likes the kaya toast and reports charcoal toasting, while another suggests the butter coffee. A further visitor calls it a favourite for its distinctive atmosphere but notes queueing. The preparation details reflect source reports rather than a current operational guarantee.

7 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/askSingapore, r/singapore, r/SingaporeEats

Olla receives recommendations across its Singapore outlets, with Woodleigh Mall explicitly named. One visitor particularly likes the espresso, and a Woodleigh commenter praises both drip and espresso drinks alongside a relaxed atmosphere. Another source mentions Clementi. The pool supports the brand across those outlets, rather than treating every recommendation as a separate visit to Woodleigh.

7 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/singapore, r/SingaporeEats

20grams Coffee Roastery is recommended for specialty coffee, with Geylang explicitly named. One visitor enjoyed the coffee without counting it among their favourites; others list it among preferred coffee stops. Another specifically recommends it for a specialty-coffee experience. One commenter likes its bean variety and describes a light-roasting focus, rather than promising every batch will taste the same.

7 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/singapore, r/SingaporeEats

Fluid is a coffee spot that one commenter calls not bad, and another recommends for good pourovers, noting it is also a local roaster. Others list it among the coffee places they enjoy, and one diner says they have lately been buying beans from it.

7 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

PUNCH is a cafe people recommend for food that goes beyond standard brunch fare, with diners praising specific dishes. One diner highlights the earl grey pancakes, while another was won over by the Reuben and the weekender eggs. A visitor to the North Canal Road location mentions good food and coffee, with the grilled cheese and tomato soup a favourite, and suggests booking ahead on weekends.

7 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Chin Mee Chin is recommended for kaya toast and local coffee in the east. One diner likes the kaya and tiled setting, while another brings visitors for the toast experience and recommends rendang puff and sugi cake. That visitor also reports weekend waits. Dissent includes an unimpressed diner, another uncertain whether an earlier decline has reversed, and a visitor who likes the kaya bun and coffee but finds them costly.

East Coast

7 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Toby's Estate is recommended at Robertson Quay as a riverside coffee stop. One visitor enjoys the coffee, food, high ceilings and people-watching, while another values its specialty pour-overs relative to other cafes. Opinions are mixed: one drinker dislikes recent beans and another reports inconsistent cups. One commenter believes the Robertson Quay outlet had closed, so its current operating status needs checking before a visit.

Robertson Quay

6 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Kyuukei receives recommendations across its Singapore locations, with Queenstown and Bukit Merah explicitly named. One visitor particularly likes its coffee and bakes, and another praises the sandwiches, especially beef brisket, without identifying a branch. A separate matcha suggestion concerns Maxwell, not the pinned Alexandra outlet. One commenter finds the coffee too heavily roasted for their taste.

6 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Abseil is a coffee spot that several people list among their recommendations. One diner praises its einspanner, saying the single origin notes come through well against the light cream and calling it a nice place to indulge. Another commenter recommends the filter coffee at the Tanjong Pagar location.

6 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore

Zerah is a coffee shop that several people name among their favorite spots in Singapore, with one diner calling it a personal top choice for coffee alone. Another person says they frequent smaller, lesser-known cafes like Zerah rather than the bigger names, and one visitor enjoyed the coffee there. The comments focus on the coffee itself, with little detail about the space or service.

6 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Five Oars receives cafe recommendations across Singapore, with Siglap and Tanjong Pagar explicitly named. One commenter praises the Siglap outlet. Another counts the brand among favourite cafes for food beyond the usual formula, while noting it is not among the cheapest. That is an individual value assessment, not a precise price claim or a review of every outlet.

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

2am Dessert Bar is recommended for dessert experiences in Holland Village. One visitor describes a calm, dark setting and carefully plated desserts, while another finds the atmosphere classy. A separate commenter suggests it for an unusual dessert plate or a multicourse experience. Not everyone agrees on the food: one diner finds the desserts mediocre.

Holland Village

5 people recommendvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

Compound Coffee is recommended in Kaki Bukit for coffee, including one specific pour-over suggestion. Another visitor likes the accuracy of the tasting notes. Two commenters report roasting-related experiences or classes, without establishing a current schedule. One diner enjoys the coffee but finds the muffins ordinary. The opinions support a coffee-focused visit rather than a food destination.

Kaki Bukit

5 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Hellu Coffee receives recommendations for its cream-topped drinks and matcha. Two people particularly recommend the matcha creamu, and one commenter compares its cream coffee favourably with drinks tried in Seoul. Amoy and China Street are both mentioned in the source pool, while another diner describes switching to Hellu after trying other cafes. The recommendations concern drinks more than a full food menu.

5 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Pinhole is a cafe that people recommend for its coffee, with one commenter calling it great for coffee-centric places and another noting it carries interesting beans. A visitor who has been several times as the first customer of the day describes it as nice and quiet with good coffee. It also appears on lists of recommended coffee spots, including in the town area.

5 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

SYIP is a cafe that a few commenters recommend, and one person lists it among their favourites. One commenter says the brunch is nice and that matcha lattes are served, and another describes decent food, a good range of drinks and a pleasant ambience at the Bendemeer outlet. Comparing outlets, one commenter finds Farrer Park the more interesting neighbourhood while calling the Luzerne outlet more aesthetic and spacious with more menu variety.

Farrer Park

5 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

Ought receives repeated recommendations for coffee, with a visitor explicitly naming the Jalan Jurong Kechil location. That person particularly likes the coffee and describes a very small seating area. Older Peace Centre comments refer to a different location, not the Jalan Jurong Kechil shop.

Jalan Jurong Kechil

5 people recommendvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats

The Clue-less Goat receives cafe and breakfast recommendations around Novena. One diner describes hearty portions and good-value brunch dishes but reports weekend crowds. A regular praises the coffee and recommends poached egg and avocado on sourdough; another likes the sweet waffle. Reports of an all-day brunch menu and afternoon closing reflect those visits, not verified current hours.

Novena

5 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outletsvia r/SingaporeEats

Oriental Kopi receives recommendations across its Singapore outlets, with Bugis explicitly named. One visitor returns to Bugis for egg tarts, and another finds Bugis better than Westgate. A further diner prefers Bugis to Great Nanyang. One commenter recommends the coconut kaya without naming a branch, while another calls Oriental Kopi overrated. Another drinker specifically recommends its white kopi.

Bugis

5 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/SingaporeEats, r/askSingapore

A matcha cafe at Woodleigh Mall that several people recommend, with two diners singling out the cookie butter matcha and the cereal milk matcha, the latter called heavenly. One commenter lists it among their matcha picks, and another calls it the best. Not everyone is won over, though, as one visitor dismisses it outright.

Woodleigh Mall

5 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askSingapore, r/SingaporeEats, r/singapore

DAWN, also named Dawn Kissa in the comments, is recommended for coffee and bakes on South Bridge Road. One visitor singles out a pistachio brownie, and another praises the tarts and sandwiches, including tomato toast. Service opinions are less positive: two people criticise service, and one reports eventually stopping visits.