We confess we are huge fans of lemon tarts. These citrus desserts are always refreshing, and we love how every bite of this zesty treat leaves a lingering tangy aftertaste.

A satisfying lemon tart is hard to come by and we have had our fair share of disappointments. We decided to take it upon ourselves to hunt for the best lemon tarts in town – and we successfully found several worthy of the extra calories!

From newly opened Mad About Sucre’s Coco Citron Tart to longstanding Baker & Cook’s classic Lemon Tart, we have shortlisted 11 Best Lemon Tarts in Singapore for this guide. And we hope you love them as much as we do!

#1 BAKER & COOK

Artisanal bakery Baker & Cook’s classic Lemon Tart (S$5) is a puny treat that packs a delightful punch in every bite. Reputable baker/founder Dean Brettschneider has tweaked the classic recipe to cater to Singaporeans’ tastebuds; the smooth semi-sweet lemon curd is not overwhelmingly sour while the buttery pastry is neither overly crispy nor doughy.

44 Jalan Merah Saga
#01-56, Chip Bee Gardens
Singapore 278116
Tel: +65 6472 0998
Mon to Thu: 7.30am – 8pm
Fri to Sat: 7.30am – 10pm
Sun: 7.30am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

#2 CARPENTER & COOK

Carpenter & Cook’s Lemon Cream “Queen of Hearts” Tart (S$6.50) is made up of sweet pastry dough crust that is crumbly but sturdy enough to hold the lemon curd well without breaking, and of course, lemon curd that is smooth with an addictive tartness.

Carpenter and Cook
19 Lorong Kilat #01-06
Singapore 598120
Tel: +65 6463 3648
Tue to Sat: 10am – 10pm
Sun: 10.00am – 7.00pm
Nearest Station: Botanical Gardens/Bukit Batok

#3 CIEL PATISSERIE

The Hougang neighbourhood may seem like an unlikely place to find a French patisserie, but that is exactly where Ciel Patisserie is located. Unassuming but very surprising, this small patisserie has a wholesome range of cakes (S$4.80 – S$5.80), and tarts (S$4.20).

In particular, Ciel Patisserie’s Lemon Meringue Tart stands out for its perfect balance of sweet and tart. Definitely one of the best lemon tarts in Singapore.

124 Hougang Ave 1
#01-1444
Tel: +65 6383 0803
Tue to Thu: 11am – 8pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 9pm
Sun: 3pm – 9pm
Nearest Station: Kovan/Serangoon

#4 DRIPS BAKERY

Baked to perfection, Drips Bakery’s Lemon Meringue Tart (S$7) is topped with a slightly charred homemade meringue, and while the portion is generous, the overload of sweetness masked the tartness of the lemon curd. It is otherwise still a lovely rendition, and an interesting thing to note is that the tart is unconventionally encased in delicious chocolate crust!

82 Tiong Poh Road #01-05
Singapore 160082
Tel: +65 6222 0400
Mon, Wed & Thu: 10.30am – 9.30pm
Fri: 10.30am – 11pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru

#5 FLOCK CAFE

Flock Cafe’s Lemon Tart (S$7) is an unassuming dessert sitting in the refrigerated display counter. We dived straight into the tart and were pleasantly surprised by the lemon curd’s thickness! The generous filling of creamy curd was sweet and tangy with unmissable lemony notes. The light-textured soft pastry shell makes the consumption process a tad easier too.

78 Moh Guan Terrace
#01-25
Tel: +65 6536 3938
Daily (except Tue): 9am – 5pm
Nearest Staion: Tiong Bahru

#6 FLOURISH

Flourish’s Lemon Tart (S$3.80) will be a hit amongst those who enjoy the sharpness of lemon flavour. The creamier-textured lemon curd is significantly sour and we love every bite of the zest! The pastry encasing the filling is near-crumbly on the sides with a sturdy biscuit-like crunchy base. There are also miniature portions of these divine treats for those who just want a bite.

1 Tanjong Pagar Plaza
#02-06, Singapore 082001
Tel: +65 6444 1924
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 7pm
Sat to Sun: 11pm – 5pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#7 LA BRASSERIE

The Lemon Tart (S$18) from La Brasserie (formerly known as Clifford Restaurant) might be a pricey dessert indulgence but it is easily the best in Singapore. Handmade by a team of passionate pastry chefs, the heavenly lemon tart’s fillings are prepared with fresh lemon and lime juice.

The dessert is served with wild berries sauce, succulent black berries and meringue sticks. A quenelle-shaped sweet meringue sits atop citrus tart to provide a sugary contrast.

80 Collyer Quay
Lobby Level, The Fullerton Bay Hotel
Singapore 049326
Tel: +65 6597 5288
Daily: 10pm – 12.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

#8 MAD ABOUT SUCRE

Mad About Sucre’s Coco Citron (S$10.80+) is an interesting rendition of the typical lemon tart. The lightweight lemon curd is essentially sweet and the citrus notes are completely subdued. The sable tart is topped with white coconut mousse and crunchy shatter sugar crystals, which gives the dessert an overall delightful contrast of textures.

27 Teo Hong Road
Singapore 088334
Tel: +65 6221 3969
Mon: Closed
Tue to Sat: 12.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 12.30pm – 5pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

#9 PANTLER

Both founders of Pantler have previously worked in the pastry-making departments of Joël Robuchon Singapore and the Grand Hyatt Tokyo. What you can expect at Pantler is a selection of classic sweet treats, savoury patisseries and contemporary desserts.

A satisfying lemon tart is hard to come by and we are glad that Pantler’s interpretation of the timeless citrus treat – The Citron Blanc (S$8.50++) – has met our expectations.

The Citron Blanc is essentially a shortbread crust encasing smooth tangy lemon curd, topped with fresh fromage blanc white cheese and stained yellow by lemon confit.

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198 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068637
Tel: +65 6221 6223
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 7pm
Sat: 10.30am – 5.30pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

#9 WHISK CAFE

Do not underestimate Whisk Cafe’s Lemon Tart (S$5). The thin and tiny tart is jam packed with citrus goodness and every spoonful is a strong burst of lemony flavour. The curd is topped with torched fluffy sweet meringue and encased in cookie-like pastry crust to offset the dessert’s sourness.

58 Seng Poh Road
Singapore 160058
Tue to Thu: 9am – 7pm
Fri to Sat: 9am – 11pm
Sun: 9am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru

#10 WINDOWSILL PIES

Windowsill Pies’ Strawberry Lemon Tart (S$7) is unlike any other lemon tarts. The wedge of ultra thick bright yellow zesty curd is filled with traces of strawberry jam filling towards the pâte sucrée crust. Topped with whipped meringue, the refreshing slice has struck a great balance between sugary and tartness.

95 Soo Chow Walk
Singapore 575382
Tel: +65 9004 7827
Tue to Thu: 11am – 11pm
Fri: 11am – 12midnight
Sat: 10am – 12midnight
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Marymount