Over the past few years, we’ve seen more and more heartland cafes pop up and even so in industrial office areas such as Tai Seng. What you may not know is that Tai Seng houses some of the most interesting local cafe gems and they are just waiting for you to explore.
We can ensure that these 5 cafes are worth travelling to as they are all located within walking distance from Tai Seng MRT Station. If you are unfamiliar with the area, here is our guide to the Must-Try Cafes in Tai Seng.
#1 23 JUMPIN
23 Jumpin might just be the most popular cafe along the row of F&B outlets at The Commerze Building, which is a stone’s throw away from Tai Seng MRT. Hearty and delicious mains are served here and are all at reasonably priced nett prices.
A must-try on the list is their Honey Paprika Wings (S$8) – juicy yet crunchy, this plate of ten halved wings are perfect for sharing with your dining compatriots.
The Commerce @ Irving
1 Irving Place, #01-25
Tel: +65 9137 5697
Mon: 11am – 2pm
Tue to Sun: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tai Seng
#2 CAROL MEL CAFE
There was an immediate sense of warmth once you step into Carol Mel Cafe. Surprisingly, they serve local and Malaysian-inspired homely fare such as rice vermicelli and chicken with rice, together with usual cafe fare such as freshly brewed latte (S$4.90). The overall vibe of Carol Mel Cafe was enough for us to feel cozy and comfortable dining here.
The Commerce @ Irving
1 Irving Place, #01-30
Tel: +65 6635 5755
Mon: 9am – 6.30pm
Tue to Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat: 12pm – 10pm
Sun: 10am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Tai Seng
#3 The Oven Cafe Bistro
Simple and unpretentious, The Oven Cafe Bistro drew us in with their minimalistic interior and cozy atmosphere. A popular item on the menu is the Chicken Alfredo (S$13), featuring a big slice of oven-baked chicken.
Have your main dish with their signature Mushroom Soup (S$5) or share a bite of the Chicken Chunks with Thai Chilli Sauce (S$9) with your dining partner. No extra bling, just some seriously good comfort food here at The Oven Cafe Bistro.
The Commerce @ Irving
1 Irving Place, #01-22
Tel: +65 9006 9012
Mon to Fri: 11am – 9pm
Sat: 11am – 11pm
(Only private bookings on Sundays & public holidays)
Nearest Station: Tai Seng
#4 THREE YEARS IN A BALLOON
Three Years in a Balloon took flight about a year ago and has been serving satisfied customers ever since. Quirky and fun are two words you can use to describe this cafe that specialises in decorative cakes. Besides serving a big range of ready-made desserts, get excited about their savoury crepes, quiches and pies which you can have along with a warm cup of coffee there.
163 Upper Paya Lebar Road
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 6pm
(Closed on weekends)
Nearest Station: Tai Seng
For more recommendations, read our guides to the best cafes in Singapore.
Hi. The Carol Mel Cafe has the same address as The Oven Bistro? Is that a typo?