In today’s hectic work environment, coffee has become an essential part of our lives. Like most people, we wake up feeling grumpy and prepare for work in a haze of lethargy. But the aroma of coffee will instantly wake us up; always.
Just one sip and the brain starts to run, the eyes brighten, and all at once, you feel ready to take on the day. Being serious coffee nuts, we make it our business to know where to find the best coffee wherever we are. For most of Singapore’s working crowd, it’s the Central Business District (CBD).
Here are 11 of our favourite coffee haunts in Singapore’s Central Business District (CBD) where you can drop by for a morning cuppa.
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DEAN & DELUCA
Dean & DeLuca—New York food institution—is more than just an upscale grocery shop; it is also one of our favourite cafes which offers gourmet food and a wide range of pastries and coffee.
47 Pekin Street, #01-01
Singapore 048777
Tel: +65 6536 2460
Mon to Fri: 7am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 7am – 12pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer / Raffles Place
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DIMBULAH (CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS)
A name that resonates with every true coffee lover, and particularly those who work in the CBD, is Dimbulah Coffee.
If all-day-breakfast is not enough to peak your fancy, then we hope the evening menu that features an antipasti platter, or Chicken Schnitzel will. But fancy grub aside, Dimbulah is better known for their coffee that serves as the perfect pick-me-up for anybody.
30 Raffles Place, #01-31,
Singapore 048622
(Closed on Sat & Sun)
Mon to Fri: 7am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place
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FREE THE ROBOT
Café by day and cocktail bar by night, Free The Robot serves up brunch-style meals for the working crowd. Get yourself a yummy burger, some of the most affordable truffle fries around for only S$5 a basket, and pair your meals with a cuppa.
One of their more exotic offerings is their Kopi Cola, which features a double shot of espresso blended with a botanically brewed cola.
118 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068587
Tel: +65 6438 1836
(Closed on Sun & Mon)
Tue to Sat: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place
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JAB
JAB Bistro Bar is all about pampering tastebuds and delivering great experiences. Their signature Speciality Coffees are sourced from trusted roasters, then brewed by skilled baristas.
Whatever your mood is—be it for coffee, good food, cold-pressed juices, exotic teas or even craft beer—JAB has got you covered.
4 Marina Boulevard
The Sail #01-33
Singapore 018986
Tel: +65 6534 4167
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 7.30pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 7.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place / Downtown
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JAMAICA BLUE
This Australian coffee chain uses the much sought-after Wallenford Estate Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Beans for its coffee blends. This coffee bean is hailed as one of the estate’s most superior coffee-growing regions and produces coffee that is mild, and perfectly balanced—perfect for both coffee aficionados and those who just want a quick caffeine fix.
1 Raffles Place, #01-62,
One Raffles Place Tower 2,
Singapore 048616
Tel: +65 6694 8107
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 6.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place
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JEWEL COFFEE
Jewel Coffee at 1 Shenton Way has fast become one of the more popular coffee boutiques in the Central Business District (CBD). Coffee lovers who work in the area should really drop by the cafe after lunch to grab a cuppa for a boost before going back to the pile of work and crazy stress.
1 Shenton Way #01-07
Tel: +65 6636 9452
Mon to Fri: 7am – 7pm
Sat: 8am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place
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Omotesando Koffee is a popular coffee chain from Tokyo. Those of you hankering after a cuppa from this highly acclaimed Japanese import can now get your caffeine fix at the shop’s debut Singapore outlet at Downtown Gallery.
What you can look forward to at this artisanal coffee bar is their high-quality espresso-based beverages. Their first and only outlet in Singapore features a myriad of caffeinated beverages from matcha based drinks to a good old latte so whether you have a burning passion for artisanal brews or not, this tiny coffee kiosk is a spot worth checking out.
6 Shenton Way
#04-09, The Work Project Downtown
Downtown Gallery
Singapore 068809
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 11am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar / Raffles Place
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SARNIES
This trendy establishment has made a name for itself as the place to go for delicious, quality café nosh.
With coffee beans that are meticulously roasted by a team of talented baristas, and with all coffees made with a double ristretto for a more intense flavour, Sarnies firmly establishes itself as the place to go for your caffeine fix.
136 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068601
Tel: +65 6224 6091
Mon to Tue: 7.30am – 10.30pm
Wed to Fri: 7.30am – 12am
Sat & Sun: 8.30am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer / Raffles Place
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THE MUFFINRY BAKERY AND CAFE
Tucked away in a cosy little corner in the Telok Ayer enclave lies an inconspicuous muffin specialist, The Muffinry. Highly raved about for their muffins and other delectable bakes, The Muffinry is an excellent place to take refuge from the bustling CBD over some sweet bakes and excellent coffee.
112 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068581
Tel: +65 6509 6462
(Closed on Sun)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 10.30pm
Sat: 8am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place
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THE PROVIDORE
Providore is a multifaceted concept that features a deli, bakery, a cafe and even a gourmet grocer. At their cafes, you’ll find great coffee and gorgeous food inspired by their own range of seasonal products.
Their light and contemporary spaces offers all-day dining as well as a huge selection of coffee, tea, wines, craft beers and cocktails.
7 Raffles Place,
Singapore 048625
Tel: +65 6533 1352
Mon to Sat: 8am – 10pm
Sun: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place
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THREE CUPS COFFEE CO.
Over at Three Cups Coffee Co., coffee fans are in for a treat. This CBD cafe specialises in a signature blend of micro-roasted Brazilian and Sumatran beans. There is also amazing cold brews and filtered coffees. For those with more of a sweet tooth, they also make a mean hazelnut cafe mocha.
1 Raffles Place, #04-31,
Singapore 048616
Tel: +65 6438 4108
(Closed on Sun)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 7.30pm
Sat: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place
What a lovely article on coffee and cakes. Such a mouthwatering one. I really liked it and now have a feeling to have it one.
Thanks!
You miss out One Shot at Republic plaza basement and Robinson road! They used to be at ground floor of prudential towers before Kyu