The Daily Roundup at The Working Capitol – one of the hottest co-working spaces in Singapore - serves a simple purpose of offering fresh food and coffee. The menu is conceptualised by Chef Bruno Menard, and the star dish has to be their great selection of both sweet and savoury crepes. We love the space for its free wifi and minimalistic interior.

Great ambience, laid back vibes; that is what you will get at The Daily Roundup.

Before making a trip down here, we were salivating at pictures of their crepes posted on Instagram with only-positive captions. Little did we know that biting into these crepes could be so delightful. The pictures did not lie; they make great crepes.

We chose the Yuzu Butter Crepe (S$10) as it seemed like the most interesting of the lot. We have to admit that S$10 was slightly pricey, but the prices here are all nett.

The yuzu butter melted on the warm and freshly-made crepe shortly after it was being placed on our table. The distinct yuzu flavour was extremely concentrated, despite how simple it looked. You can choose to top up S$4 for a scoop of ice cream.

There are several other sweet and savoury crepe options. Some popular ones are Salted Caramel Crepe (sweet) and Completè Chorizo (savoury).

Every good cafe should serve great coffee and thankfully, The Daily Roundup gives us one more reason to return back with their pleasing cuppa.

The Daily Roundup
1 Keong Saik Road
#01-02 The Working Capitol
Singapore 089109
Tel: +65 6338 8035
Mon to Sat: 8am – 8pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Outram Park

About the writer:
Cheryl is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She loves a good steak and an even better cuppa. She eats just about anything and everything. In her free time, she regularly starts on sci-fi or fantasy movie marathons.

Don’t you just love days where you get to spend some time alone in a cafe, away from the mayhem and just to catch up with yourself in a lovely space? Imagine yourself on a laptop with your favourite shows running, or simply catching up with some overdue work without any disturbance.

And the pleasure of scrolling through your Facebook feed or watch YouTube videos without having to worry about the excess data usage while munching on some food is priceless.

If all these sound tempting to you, then we are here to help. Days like these are when we really need a list of List of Conducive Cafes in Singapore with free Wi-Fi and power sockets to study and work at. Bookmark this guide, because we know it will be so beneficial.

#1 DRURY LANE

Located conveniently at one of the Tanjong Pagar shophouses, Drury Lane is a great place to work at and dine in. This quaint cafe with its own rustic charm is well loved for their pay-as-you-wish Matcha muffins and their unpretentious breakfast fares such as the Signature Morrocan Baked Eggs (S$12). Be sure to check out their Candy Bar Pie (S$5) too!

Note: No Powerplug.

94 Tanjong Pagar Road
Singapore 088515
Tel: +65 6222 6698
Mon, Wed to Fri: 9am – 10pm (Closed on Tue)
Sat to Sun: 10am – 6pm
Nearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar

#2 D’GOOD CAFE

At D’Good Cafe, patrons are encouraged to customize their own brew of coffee blends from their range of single origin beans. Seats are aplenty in this multi-storey garden themed concept cafe in Holland Village, with swings and even sofa seats for one to bask in the cosy ambiance. For the lovey-doveys, you might want to bring your date up to the 3rd level where a romantic outdoor seating awaits.

273 Holland Avenue, #02-01
Singapore 278992
Tel: +65 6219 9807
Sun to Thu: 10am – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 10am – 11pm
Nearest MRT: Holland Village

#3 FIVE BY FIVE

Tucked away from the main roads of Upper Thomson, Five by Five is a cozy space that serves espresso beverages up to Melburnian standards. Coffees (from S$3) are made from Common Man Coffee Roasters’ 22 Martin Blend and one can expect an aromatic heavy bodied cuppa with a dark chocolate lingering aftertaste.

You would also be pleased to hear that it offers complimentary Wi-Fito all dine-in customers.

#4 JIMMY MONKEY CAFE & BAR

Jimmy Monkey is an Australian-style cafe at One North Residences, known for their coffee brewed with Slayer Espresso machine. Although slightly inaccessible, the trip down would be absolutely worth it with its quaint environment that will be the ideal place to get some work done.

Mains are served and brunch menu is available on weekends, not forgetting their alcoholic milkshakes to drown your work sorrows.

9 One-North Gateway
One North Residences, #01-51
Singapore 138643
Tel: +65 6777 8470
Mon to Fri: 8:30am – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 8:30am – 6pm
Nearest MRT: One North

#5 ONE MAN COFFEE

Known for their signature 6-minute eggs, One Man coffee at Upper Thomson Road is also every coffee enthusiast’s idea of happiness. The cafe uses coffee beans from The Axil Coffee Roasters originated from Melbourne; you will be whisked away to Australia with its rustic and laid-back vibe. Just plop yourself on one of their comfortable seats and you will be set for some great me-time.

215R Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574349
Tel: +65 9658 1685
Daily: 9am – 5pm
Nearest MRT: Marymount

#6 PIES & COFFEE

Pies & Coffee will fit into any pie lover’s dreams, serving crumbly melt-in-your-mouth pastries that are hard to resist. Spend an afternoon sipping some coffee while indulging in some handmade pies for an ultimate experience. We recommend you to try their Sunriser ($12.90) with truffle mash and cheesy chicken sausages in cute mouse shaped pastry cups.

Rochester Mall
35 Rochester Drive, #01-02
Singapore 138639
Tel: +65 6570 0080
Daily: 9am – 11pm
Nearest MRT: Buona Vista

#7 REVELRY

Tucked away in Lorong Kilat, Revelry is a waffle specialty cafe in the west of Singapore which boasts a lively yet enticing vibe that illuminates the entire street. Stepping in, your spirits will instantly be lifted by the vibrant colours and colourful wall murals.

21 Lorong Kilat #01-02
Singapore 598123
Tel: +65 9278 0466
Mon, Wed to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri: 11am – 11pm
Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Closed: Tue
Nearest Station: Beauty World (Downtown Line)

#8 RISE AND GRIND COFFEE CO.

Another nice cafe in the West of Singapore that you can go to is Rise & Grind Coffee Co. Located just at the first floor of Bukit Timah Plaza, it occupies a cosy space with a partial alfresco dining area.

Bukit Timah Plaza
1 Jalan Anak Bukit #L1-CA1
Singapore 588996
Mon, Wed to Thu, Sun :9am – 9pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bukit Batok

#9 THE MUFFINRY

Churning out batches of decadent muffins every day, the variety of bakes at The Muffinry will leave you salivating for more. For the adventurous, you might want to try their famed savoury pizza or green eggs & ham muffins priced at S$3.50 each. The cafe has three levels, and power plugs are aplenty so yay to laptop-dead-no-more days!

112 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068581
Tel: +65 6509 6462
Mon: 8am – 6pm
Tue to Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 4pm (Closed on Sun and PH)
Nearest MRT: Telok Ayer

#10 THE REFINERY

The Refinery at King George’s Avenue is a triple concept space that consists of a Yakitori kitchen, a bespoke cocktail bar and a designer workspace area. It is a lovely space to do some work and get your creative juices flowing.

115 King George’s Avenue
Singapore 208561
Tue to Sun: 6pm – 12am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Lavender

#11 TOBY’S ESTATE

Tucked alongside the serene riverside of Robertson Quay, Toby’s Estate has gained its popularity among locals and even tourists for their signature blend of coffee beans originated from a multi-award winning plantation in Panama. It has become the preferred place for most people to disengage from the hubhubs of the city.

8 Rodyk Street, #01-03/04
Singapore 238216
Tel: +65 6636 7629
Mon to Sun: 7:30am – 6pm
Nearest MRT: Clark Quay

#12 THE BOOK CAFE

At The Book Cafe, you will never be hindered by the thought of taking up needed space or worrying about the staff driving you away. The book-themed cafe provides a great escapade for patrons with its relaxing atmosphere to get on with work, or to watch the world go buy. Here, you will be equipped with countless of power plugs and a great Wi-Fi connection. Hallelujah!

Seng Kee Building
20 Martin Road, #01-02
Singapore 239070
Tel: +65 6887 5430
Sun to Thu: 8:30am – 10:30pm
Fri to Sat: 8:30am – 12am
Nearest MRT: Clark Quay

#13 THE BRAVERY

Opened by the folks behind The Plain and Ronin, The Bravery cafe is known for their unpretentious spread of all-day breakfasts. Here, you can expect to work with the crowd over a communal table or just indulge in your own me-time at their stand-alone tables. Be sure to try out their Lavender Latte (S$5.50) while you are at it!

66 Horne Road
Singapore 209073
Tel: +65 6225 4387
Mon to Fri: 9am – 7pm (closed on Tue)
Sat to Sun: 8am – 8pm
Nearest MRT: Lavender

#14 THE COFFEE DAILY

If distance is not an issue for you, then you might want to check out this humble establishment that is slightly off Serangoon Gardens Estate. You can help yourselves to the jar of complimentary gem biscuits, or order yourself a plate of their signature rainbow cake (S$10 nett) to put the cherry on top of your day.

75 Brighton Crescent
Singapore 559216
Tel: +65 6284 8894
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 10:30pm
Fri: 12pm – 11:30pm
Sat: 9:30am – 11:30pm
Sun: 9:10am – 10:30pm
Nearest MRT: Serangoon

#15 THE LOFT CAFE

Adorned with sofa seats and low hanging lamps, The Loft Cafe boasts a living room environment that makes anyone feel right at home. Studying or working there will be akin to working at your own premises, with a menu of food ready to satisfy your hunger pangs. We heard that their Wi-Fi signals are exeptionally good too!

268A South Bridge Road
Singapore 058817
+65 6221 2103
Tues to Sun: 7:30am – 11pm (Closed on Mon)
Nearest MRT: Chinatown

#16 W39 BISTRO & BAKERY

For those who are staying in the West of Singapore, check out W39 Bistro & Bakery – located on Jalan Mas Puteh off West Coast Road. This bright and cheerful cafe will lift your spirits as you enjoy a cuppa and a slice of cake while clearing your email inbox.

39 Jalan Mas Puteh
Singapore 128637
Tel: +65 6884 6884
Tue to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 9am – 10:30pm
(Closed on Mon)
Nearest MRT: Clementi

For more recommendations, read our guide to the best cafes in Singapore.

Food blogging has given me interesting insights into the Food & Beverage industry. All I can say is it is definitely not an easy business, and I have nothing but respect for restaurateurs and the folks working there.

But sometimes, I’m really annoyed by the simple things that are missing. It seems like a no-brainer to me to do things the way they should be done, but it too often goes wrong somewhere. If I had it my way, here are 5 Changes I’d like to see in restaurants.

Provide free wifi

It’s nice to read that the Malaysian government just passed a law to mandate free WiFi for all restaurants in Kuala Lumpur. Being a frequent traveller, there’s nothing more frustrating than to keep searching for free WiFi hotspots.

While we are lucky that Singapore is one of the countries in the world with high internet penetration rate, not everyone has internet data on the go. Moreover, tourists will usually patronise restaurants that provide free WiFi, or at least it is one of the main motivating factors in choosing a place to dine.

Get someone who can speak well to handle the phone.

This is the first level of interaction between the restaurant and the (potential) customer. Screw this up, and you will never hear from the customer again. So for goodness sake, get someone who can speak well to handle the phone.

“Can I make a reservation for dinner on Monday night?”
“Can you prease repeat that?”
“Can I reserve a table for two on Monday night?”
“Oh ok lor, I will chope you a seat on Tuesday.”

Have a nice website, get on twitter and facebook.

In this modern era where everyone is connected to the internet, it is a must for restaurants to have a presence online. Every restaurant should have a decent website/blog to provide the basic information (more on this in another post), while building the relationship with customers via twitter and facebook.

Reward staff with 10% service charge.

The service line in Singapore does not have a very good reputation. This is hardly surprising since it is not seen as a respectable career, and it doesn’t pay very well.

From what I understand, not all restaurants give the 10% service charge collected to their staff. I know it is not easy for restaurant owners to run the business, but I think it is only fair to motivate and reward staff with some incentives.

Offer free tap water.

In Singapore, it is safe to drink water straight from the tap, and it is free. So there is no excuse for restaurants not to offer tap water. While drinks are a lucrative source of revenue, restaurants should not deny customers the option of having tap water.

What are some of the changes that you would like to see in restaurants?