February 2018: 18 Nearby Cafes in Singapore That You Need To Check Out Next Weekend

18 Nearby Cafes in Singapore That You Need To Check Out Next
Weekend
We all know
that this tiny red dot of South East Asia is a perpetual budding place for some
coffee, avocado, waffle, brunch, chill, repeat kind of genre. And whether you
are a local or a visitor of this dynamic and multicultural city, you’ll be glad
to know that Singapore is now also known for its growing selection of exciting
cafe spots, a gentrified piece of coffee paradise. Singapore corners has
definitely jumped to the top of the list for go-to coffee weekend destinations,
much like Seoul, Hong Kong, or Melbourne — whether you’re going with friends,
or all by your lonesome. It’s already February, which means it’s time for some
coffee dates and brunch beginnings for this month of sweet action. On your next
trip, check out these pretty cool hangout places for some good food and really
good coffee!

Avenue Café
Address: 456 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore
427669
Opening Hours: Sun – Thu 10:00 A.M. – 10:00
P.M. Fri – Sat 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 A.M.
Official Website: http://avenue.sg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quadwork
Nearest MRT: Katong
Opened by
Quadwork Pte Ltd, an interior design company, the cafe tries to immerse you in
design. Besides soaking in the design of the interiors, some of the chairs,
lamps and cushions that decorate the place are for sale, and there is a corner
featuring apparel and lifestyle products for purchase as well. Read
full review here: https://unlikelyladyofleisure.wordpress.com/2015/04/23/avenue-cafe-joo-chiat/



The Flourist
Address: Block 01-36, 824 Tampines
Street 81, Block 824
Opening Hours: Tue – Sat 12:00 P.M. – 11:00
P.M., Sun 2:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M.
Official Website: @theflourist.sg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theflourist.sg/
Nearest MRT: Tampines
Cosy little neighbourhood cafe
The Flourist popped up in August 2016 and has already scored good reviews. Try
their new Tiramisu Waffle ($9.90), which comes with a scoop of mascarpone and
espresso gelato atop a coffee waffle. Read full review here: http://eatbook.sg/tampines-cafes/




Hatter Street Bakehouse &
Café
Address: 212 Hougang Street 21, 01-333,
Singapore 530212
Opening Hours: Daily 1:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Official Website: http://www.hatterstreet.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HatterStreet/
Nearest MRT: Kovan
Vanilla Ice Cream with Waffles
drizzled in Salted Caramel $8.90. I had this twice and it’s still as good on
the second time. In fact I thought the portion is bigger. Their waffle is
exceptionally crispy and yet the inside remain moist. I find caramel sauce
quite sweet most of the time but not for Hatter’s salted caramel. There is a
good balance between the sweet and salty taste that goes perfectly with the waffle. Read full
review here: https://chinchaijiak.wordpress.com/2014/06/17/hatter-street-cafe-the-hipster-cafe-near-kovan-mrt/



The Terminal Café & Lounge
Address: 12 Seletar Aerospace Crescent,
Airbus Asia Training Centre, 797566
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu 9:00 A.M. – 8:00
P.M., Fri 9:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M., Sat 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://theterminal.co/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTerminalSG/
Nearest MRT: Sengkang
It looks even more tempting
after pouring the mango syrup over! The cake tasted heavenly with the mango,
mousse and chocolate blending together in sweet harmony. Mixing the
strawberries, coconut and basil oil also added texture and accompanying front
and back notes to the dish. Aiya just go try it yourself to understand what I
mean. The chai tea gave a rather musky spicy flavor to the palate, I’m not
really a fan of chai tea but it paired rather well with the mango cake. Read full
review here: http://julesofsingapore.com/2017/06/18/the-terminal-airbus-cafe-seletar-aerospace-park/




The Coffee Shot
Address: 103 Lavender St, Singapore
338725
Opening Hours: Mon, Tue – Sat 10:00 A.M. –
10:00 P.M., Sun 9:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://www.burpple.com/the-coffee-shot/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/THECOFFEESHOTTKC/
Nearest MRT: Lavender
Something minor which I found
curiously adorable was the hashtag/clover latte art, which was just.. a breath
of fresh air from the normal heart/ leaf latte art. The entire brunch cost
about twenty bucks I think, for food and a coffee, which is pretty average
pricing for brunch, if a bit on the high side, but the way I see it – it comes
with the added advantage of being able to plant yourself in a quiet cafe all
afternoon without risking being thrown out when it gets busy. I mean, half the
time we were in there, the staff were just lepak-ing outside, reinforcing their
entirely chill attitude towards customers sitting around. Not bad. Not bad at
all. Read full review here: http://jemmawei.com/2015/02/16/1911-mocha-mondays-the-coffee-shot/




fArt tArtz Café
Address: 1 Expo Dr, 486150
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu 9:00 A.M. – 6:00
P.M., 9:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Official Website: http://farttartz.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/farttartz/
Nearest MRT: Expo
Best known for its flatbreads,
pastas and jar desserts, fArt tArtz is one of the few cafés that has a high
rate of consistency in the quality of their food. The many times that I’ve
visited them, I was never once disappointed in their food. fArt tArtz has also
proven to be very popular among all ages which has earned them a huge pool of
regulars. Read full review here: http://sgcafehopping.blogspot.sg/2017/07/fart-tartz-spreading-happiness-around.html



Knots Café & Living
Address: 01-07, 160
Paya Lebar Rd, Singapore 409022
Opening Hours: Tue – Thu 9:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Sat – Sun 9:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M. Mon 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Official Website: http://knotscafeandliving.com/cafe/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/knotscafeandliving/
Nearest MRT: MacPherson
Question: What’s the main objective of a first date? Our answer:
To get to know the other party better. So what environment constitutes that
intention? A pleasantly modest, quiet yet romantic space for both of you to
feel at ease. And we think we found that perfect place for you. Knots Cafe
& Living has a vibe likened to a mixture of those seemingly at Melbourne
and Europe—ingeniously mixed-up industrial designs with a touch of natural
earthiness. The other oh-so-suitable-for-a-quiet-first-date aspect is the
comfortable distance between tables, meaning lowering your volume in fear of
your neighbors hearing your somewhat awkward conversation is totally
unnecessary. Read full review here: http://wheretoeat.com.sg/review/knots-cafe-living-first-date-happen



Cottontail Creamery
Address: Blk 326 Serangoon Ave 3,
01-378, 550326
Opening Hours: Tue – Thu, Sun 11:30 A.M. –
10:00 A.M., Fri – Sat 11:30 A.M. – 11:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://www.instagram.com/cottontailcreamery/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cottontailcreamery/
Nearest MRT: Serangoon
Cottontail
Creamery is a dainty shophouse cafe and artisanal ice cream shop serving
waffles, specialty coffee and made-to-order crepes in both sweet & savoury
flavours. They’re serving up a Honduran Single-origin Microlot; these come in
incredibly small batches from local roaster La Ristrettos, so do try a cuppa
while they have ‘em! Read full review here: http://www.greatnewplaces.com/sg/c5518-CottontailCreamery




The
Providore Raffles Place
Address: 7 Raffles Place, 048625
Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 8:00 A.M. – 10:30
P.M. Sun 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://www.theprovidore.com/rafflesplace/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheProvidore/
Nearest MRT: Raffles
While both a retail store and
flagship café – expect nosh like bomba paella rice, lamb meatballs and lobster
mac & cheese – this newest member of The Providore family will also offer
craft beers and wine-on-tap ($38.50 for a carafe) to cater to both indoor and
alfresco patrons. Drink up; that’s tipsy fuel for your next day at work! Read full
review here: https://thehoneycombers.com/singapore/listing/providore-raffles-place/


The Wolf
Burger Specialty Coffee Concept
Address: 01-43, Changi City Point, 5
Changi Business Park Central 1, Singapore 486038
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30 A.M. – 9:30 P.M.
Sat – Sun 11:30 A.M. – 9:30 P.M.
Official Website: https://www.wolfburgers.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burgersbywolf/
Nearest MRT: Expo
The Wolf
has emerged in the East, laying claim on several firsts - bringing their famed
juicy creations to the East, serving up the first handcrafted specialty coffee
concept within Changi City Point and also a brand new waffle menu only for tea! Read
full review here: http://thefoodchapter.blogspot.sg/2017/04/wolf-burgers-changi-city-point.html



The Butter
Studio
Address: 147 Jln Besar, Singapore 208865
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 12:00 P.M. – 9:00
P.M. Sat 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 A.M. Sun 11:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://thebutterstudio.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/butterstudio/
Nearest MRT: Jalan Besar
There are simply too many cafes
for a small country like Singapore to be sustainable in its business, hence it
is definitely welcoming to hear that Butter Studio will be revamping its menu
with some new additions as well as tweaks to its existing menu. I understand
from the owner that the café prepares all the ingredients and pastries are
freshly prepared on the actual day, such as the homemade crab cake for the
Neptune Royale as well as the tarts and cupcakes. We tried a mixture of wrap,
sandwich and the must-have eggs dishes, and glad to also know that this is a
halal certified café. Read full review here: https://therantingpanda.com/2015/05/19/food-review-butter-studiosweetness-overloaded-cafe-in-jalan-besar/




Keong Saik
Bakery
Address: 41 Keong
Saik Rd Singapore 089146 Keong Saik Rd, Singapore 089146
Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://keongsaikbakery.oddle.me/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keongsaikbakery/
Nearest MRT: Chinatown
Keong Saik
Bakery pays homage to the area with its name; a brief summary of the area’s
history can be found on the walls of the cafe. The cafe is furnished in a
nostalgic setting with wooden shelves and simple furniture with quaint designs;
even the logo carries a slight feel of nostalgia as well. We made our visit on
the day of their soft launch; they were serving up quite a variety of
local-inspired cakes, French bread (e.g. croissants), local bakery-esque bread
that are all baked in-house, as well as coffee and tea. The bread are placed in
the self-service shelf located at the back of the store, while cakes are kept
in a display chiller that faces the entrance of the shop. Read full
review here: https://jiaksimipng.wordpress.com/2017/06/14/keong-saik-bakery-keong-saik-road/




The Common Man Roasters
Address: 22
Martin Road, #01-00, 239058
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 7:30
A.M. – 5:00 P.M., 7:30 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://commonmancoffeeroasters.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commonmancoffeeroasters/
Nearest MRT: Clarke
Quay
A smooth capuccino ($5) with hints of chocolate
is delicious. I add some shavings of gula melaka, which comes in a little
bottle, to what is left of my coffee and the molasses flavour makes it better,
even if it does horrify Mr Grover. Coffee is the main draw, but what would make
people stay a while is the food, and there are some unusual offerings on the
menu. One of them is Juicy Grilled Chilli Boneless Chicken With Caramelised
Lemon ($25) from the lunch menu, available from noon to 6pm. Read full review here: http://www.herworld.com/lifestyle/food/food-review-common-man-coffee-roasters


Rocky Masters North
Bridge Road
Address: 402 N Bridge Rd, Jun Xin Building, Singapore 188722
Opening Hours: Mon –
Thu, Sun 7:30 A.M. – 9:30 P.M., Fri – Sat 7:30 A.M. – 10:30 P.M.
Official Website: http://www.rockymaster.com.sg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockyMasterSingapore/
Nearest MRT: Bras
Basah
From the
picture below it pretty much sums up everything. Overall, the pizza and
desserts are beyond exceptional. The cafe is pretty quiet in the evenings and
it's a perfect place to relax or just hang out with your friends. Read full review here: http://faithluv2eatntravel.blogspot.sg/2014/11/rocky-master-delfi-orchard-singapore.html




Jewel Coffee Raffles
Place
Address: 1 Raffles Place, B1-01, Singapore 048616
Opening Hours: Mon –
Fri 7:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M., Sat 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Official Website: https://jewelcoffee.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jewelcoffee/
Nearest MRT: Raffles
Place
Ex-banker turned cafe chain owner. First branch opened with a big
thumbs-up from coffee lovers, with a second city-branch opened just last month
at Income at Raffles building. tRP verdict on their new branch ain’t firmed up
yet as we did our rounds during their $2 Latter offer in early Aug’14 and found
their coffee disappointing. Let’s hope the second branch gets it right soon. Read full review here: https://therantingpanda.com/2014/09/22/snippets-12-places-to-sneak-out-for-coffee-while-working-raffles-place-edition/



Froth
Address: 2 Finlayson Green Level 2,
049247
Opening Hours: Mon
11:30 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Official Website: http://froth.sg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/froth.sg/
Nearest MRT: Raffles
Place
Froth,
originally nestled in Big Hotel, has moved to a new home - The Ascott Raffles
Place. From a café bistro setting to a 140-seater restaurant, it is indeed
quite a major shift. Taking on such a elegant space, the menu also received a
face lift with new culinary creation from Chef Derrick Ow, the soul of Froth. Read full review here: http://www.sgfoodonfoot.com/2016/06/froth-ascott-raffles-place-froth-has.html




Churros Factory
Address: 1 Woodlands Rd, Singapore 677899
Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 A.M. – 9:30
P.M.
Official Website: http://www.churrosfactorysg.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/churrosfactorysingapore/
Nearest MRT: Woodlands
A churro is a fried-dough pastry, popular in
Spain, Portugal, France, the Philippines and many part of the world. In Spain,
churros can either be thin or long and thick. It has also been gaining its
popularity in Singapore. Hot crispy dough coupled with sugar and sauce, it was
heavenly! Read full review here: https://jacefootprints.blogspot.sg/2016/06/singapore-churros-factory.html




23 Jumpin Cafe
Address: #01-25
The Commerze, 1 Irving Pl, Singapore 369546
Opening Hours: Tue – Fri 11:30 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. Sat – Sun 11:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Official Website: http://www.23jumpin.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/23Jumpin/
Nearest MRT: Tai Seng
Both cups of coffees looked very pretty with coffee art. The
skills of their in-house barista is definitely on mark. My order of flat white
came in this pristine greyish-blue cup. The micro foam didn't reveal small
bubbles (as badly prepared milk froth results) and stayed a complete layer. The
coffee wasn't acidic and balanced with a hint of sweetness from the milk. This
is my kind of good coffee. Read full review here: http://herpenandfork.blogspot.sg/2016/06/23-jumpin-cafe-at-tai-seng-review.html




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