What’s the buzz this April for Singapore’s cafe scene?
Hop into our list with excitement as exciting new concepts await fill your cravings. A number of local delights await, including the likes of the Asian traditional treats at Siyuan Desserts 思源糖水铺 or Yat Ka Yan Dessert.
If you’d like to keep things local but fancy a solid meal, like the very homely Mee Siam, head towards Fullybooked.
Something for pet lovers to try out too is Surrey Hills Grocer with delicious tapas, all while in a pet-friendly environment.
You can find more in our latest NEW Cafes In Singapore April 2024:
Surrey Hills Grocer – One Holland Village
One Holland Village #03-29-33, 7 Holland Village Way, Singapore 275748
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm (Mon – Sun)
Pet-Friendly Gourmet Experience with a Touch of Rustic Charm
Surrey Hills Grocer has expanded its presence with a new café outlet at One Holland Village, offering an Australian gourmet experience in a cosy, pet-friendly environment.
This latest addition occupies a spacious 4,000 sq ft, designed with a cozy farmhouse-chic aesthetic, though the prices may be a consideration for some.
The venue combines a grocer and café vibe, accommodating 130 guests in both indoor and outdoor settings and welcomes pets, adding a sense of “pawsitivity” to the atmosphere.
Central to Surrey Hills Grocer’s offerings is a tapas menu inspired by the iconic Melbourne restaurant, MoVida, known for its inventive Spanish cuisine.
The selection includes a variety of tapas, with prices ranging from $14 to $32, featuring dishes like the Bomba croquettes.
Items exclusive to this location include the lavish Holland Village Breakfast ($36) and Truffled Wagyu Donut ($35) a creative blend of comfort food elements.
Read more at: Surrey Hills Grocer (One Holland Village)
Yat Ka Yan Dessert – Bugis
9 Tan Quee Lan Street, #01-03, Singapore 188098
Opening Hours: 12pm – 12am (Mon, Wed – Sun)
Yat Ka Yan, initially celebrated for its local desserts at the Fortune Centre, has blossomed with a new outlet.
Since its humble beginnings in early 2020, the dessert shop has expanded its reach, now boasting additional space at its original location and a new outlet on Tan Quee Lan Street, near Bugis Junction.
Despite the abundance of dessert spots in the area, Yat Ka Yan sets itself apart with its commitment to treating patrons like family and providing a range of heartwarming traditional desserts.
The menu at Yat Ka Yan’s new location offers a variety of treats, from Yam Paste and Sesame Paste to Chendol and Yammy Chendol – made with quality ingredients like freshly squeezed coconut, self-cooked red beans, and carefully selected gula melaka.
The shop also serves a refreshing Cheng Tng, packed with ingredients and balanced sweetness, and Tang Yuan Ginger Soup, featuring tender glutinous rice balls in a robust ginger broth.
Though best known for its sweets, Yat Ka Yan also offers savoury delights, like the Cai Po Chee Cheong Fun, a simple yet flavourful dish.
Read more at: Yat Ka Yan Dessert (Tan Quee Lan Street)
Siyuan Desserts 思源糖水铺
111D King George’s Avenue, Singapore 208559
Opening Hours: 12:30pm – 9:30pm (Tues – Sun), Closed Mon
The local dessert scene in Singapore is witnessing a modest revival with the introduction of several new establishments, including Siyuan Desserts 思源糖水铺 at Jalan Besar.
Siyuan is aptly located next to a cheongsam shop, enhancing its oriental ambiance.
Siyuan Desserts prides itself on a diverse menu that includes warm desserts like Almond Cream, Sesame Paste, Walnut Cream, Orh Nee, Cheng Teng with Peach Gum, Lotus Seed Suan, and Pulut Hitam.
They also offer cold treats such as Chendol and Mango Sago, with prices ranging from $4 to $5.50. During a visit, the recommendation to try the Yuan Yang 2-in-1 bowl led to a preference for the smooth, balanced, but not overly sweet Almond Cream over the Sesame Paste.
I enjoyed the Chendol ($4) for robust gula melaka flavour, though the dessert’s texture could benefit from smoother ice.
Despite areas for texture refinement, the overall experience at Siyuan Desserts encapsulates warmth and nostalgia, mirroring the shop’s distinct oriental atmosphere.
Read more at: Siyuan Desserts 思源糖水铺 (King George’s Avenue)
Good Egg by Bearded Bella
SBF Center #01-01, 160 Robinson Road, Singapore 068914
Opening Hours: 7:30am – 5:30pm (Mon – Fri), 7:30am – 12:30pm (Sat), Closed Sun
Good Egg by Bearded Bella Hatches in Singapore’s CBD
“Good Egg by Bearded Bella,” a newly opened café at SBF Center near Tanjong Pagar MRT, brings a slice of Melbourne’s café culture to Singapore.
Despite what its name might suggest, the café doesn’t specialise solely in egg dishes.
Instead, it offers a variety of pastries and cakes, such as croissants, quiches, and loaves, alongside serious coffee crafted by Singapore National Barista Championship 2016 winner, Regina Tay.
While the current menu includes delightful items like buttery croissants and moist Orange Polenta Loaf Cake, patrons can look forward to an expanded menu featuring salads, brunch, mains, and a unique lineup of doughnut burgers.
Good Egg by Bearded Bella aims to be a reliable spot for good coffee and warm, friendly vibes in the CBD.
Read more at: Good Egg by Bearded Bella (SBF Center)
TCC – The Connoisseur Concerto
Takashimaya Shopping Centre #B1-56, Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road, Singapore 238872
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm (Mon – Sun)
Indulge in High Tea Elegance at TCC’s Newest Location in Takashimaya Shopping Centre
TCC – The Connoisseur Concerto has opened a new outlet at Takashimaya Shopping Centre, offering an experience that distinguishes it from its other locations.
This Orchard Road outlet features an interior designed with a mix of warm earthy tones and soft lighting to create a welcoming and modern aesthetic.
The seating is versatile, accommodating everything from casual conversations on plush sofas and armchairs to business meetings and intimate gatherings at long tables and booths.
A highlight of the venue is its elegant bar, where patrons can watch the art of drink making.
Exclusive to this location is a 4-course tasting menu priced at $78.80++ (or $128.80++ with wine pairing), blending Western and Japanese culinary traditions.
The meal concludes with a Green Tea Gateau dessert.
Additionally, this TCC has launched an elegant High Tea experience available from 2pm to 5pm.
Read more at: TCC – The Connoisseur Concerto (Takashimaya Shopping Centre)
Fullybooked
45 Tai Thong Crescent, Singapore 347866
Opening Hours: 7:30am – 10pm (Tues – Sun), Closed Mon
Potong Pasir’s Latest Café Merges Korean Industrial Chic with Local Singaporean Flavours
Fullybooked is a new café in Potong Pasir, located at 45 Tai Thong Crescent, taking over the space from Gu Ma Jia.
Despite its name suggesting a possible bookstore café ambiance, Fullybooked diverges from expectations by offering a selection of local Singaporean dishes rather than the typical café menu of coffee and pastries.
The interior boasts a trendy, Korean industrial design with chic grey tones, plants, and raw-textured walls, creating a hipster vibe that could be easily found in Seoul.
The menu features local favourites such as Mee Siam, Mee Rebus, Curry Chicken, Curry Chee Cheong Fun, Nasi Lemak, and Lotus Soup with rice.
The Traditional Kaya Toast with Butter had crispy toast with a thick layer of butter and smooth kaya spread.
This combination of hipster aesthetics with traditional local fare presents an intriguing concept.
Read more at: Fullybooked (Tai Thong Crescent)
Jack Marzoni’s
7 Jalan Pisang, Singapore 199074
Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm (Tues – Sun), Closed Mon
Quirky and Fun Sandwich Experience to Bugis Area
Jack Marzoni’s, a Muslim-owned sandwich café situated on Jalan Pisang, offers a fresh and innovative take on the classic sandwich.
The café, adorned with retro posters and magazine cutouts, creates a quirky and fun atmosphere.
Specialising in loaded submarine sandwiches, the menu boasts creatively named options ranging from $9.90 to $16.90, such as the Cheeky Tongue, Duck Tape, and Ayam “Ter” Bakar, among others.
The Ayam “Ter” Bakar sandwich, in particular, features tender chicken breast, turkey bacon, and a unique sambal belacan mango chimichurri, offering a substantial and flavourful experience.
Despite its small size, the café manages to provide a variety of sides and indulgent shake options, catering to those seeking a hearty, creatively assembled sandwich with a Singaporean flair.
Read more at: Jack Marzoni’s (Jalan Pisang)
Brunch Club by The Halal Corner
10 Jalan Pisang, Singapore 199077
Opening Hours: 10am – 9:30pm (Mon – Fri), 9am – 9:30pm (Sat – Sun)
All Day Brunch, Homemade Pasta To Frothy Teh Tarik At Jalan Pisang
I took a walk down from Bugis MRT to the bugis eatery. Their interior ambiance, inspired by the laid-back brunch culture of Bali, features an open-dining kitchen concept that adds to the overall dining experience.
The menu is pretty extensive, with offerings of “fabulous eggs”, entrees, mains, all day brunch, homemade fresh pasta, risotto to a small dessert menu.
The Wagyu Beef MB 8-9 Omelette at Brunch Club ($18) came well-presented, close to Instagram worthy. Delving into the pasta options, we had the Signature Lemak Chilli Crab Bucatini ($24), that attempts to marry local flavours with Italian finesse.
To round off the meal, the Frothy Teh Tarik ($4) and Frothy Teh Pandan Ice ($6) offer a local twist on the classic pulled tea.
Read more at: Brunch Club by The Halal Corner (Jalan Pisang)
Rustica
462 Crawford Lane, #01-65, Singapore 190462
Opening Hours: 9am – 4pm (Sun – Wed), 9am – 9pm (Thurs – Sat), Closed Mon
New Farm-to-Table Café Marries Local Produce with Culinary Innovation
Rustica, located at Crawford Lane in Lavender, is a new café that distinguishes itself with a farm-to-table concept.
One key objective of the café is to emphasise on locally sourced ingredients in every dish to support local farmers and the community.
The café’s ambiance merges rustic charm with refined elegance, creating a welcoming atmosphere with its earthy tones and wooden accents.
Notable dishes include the innovative Laksa Puffs ($15 ala carte), which creatively incorporates local flavors with prawns wrapped in beancurd puff and served with laksa broth. The Milk Fish dish ($32 ala carte), featuring steamed mangrove jack milk fish from Ah Hua Kelong, also received praise for its freshness and tasty broth.
There is also an Express Lunch Set ($37), including a starter, main, and dessert, with the option for ala carte orders for those desiring a fuller portion.
Read more at: Rustica (Crawford Lane)
Great Nanyang – 111 Somerset
111 Somerset Road, #01-09, Singapore 238164
Opening Hours: 7:30am – 9pm (Mon – Sun), Last orders 8:30pm
Great Nanyang Heritage Cafe 大南洋 oozes nostalgia, paying homage to the traditional kopitiams of old Malaysia and Singapore.
A second outlet has opened at 111 Somerset with retro décor like an old-school telephone booth and wall of old Khong Guan Biscuit tins.
Anticipate a nostalgic journey back in time, featuring decor reminiscent of an era gone by, including an old-school telephone booth.
This booth is a nostalgic nod to the Singtel telephone booths that dotted Singapore’s streets in the 1990s.
Dishes at the new Somerset outlet include Curry Chicken Toast, Curry Chicken Chee Cheong Fun, Claypot Mee Tai Mak, Milo Toast, Sai Ka Hor & Soymilk Coffee.
And even Old-School Popsicles in flavours of ribena, sour plum and more.
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