French Fold is a new all-day dining concept by the Merci Marcel group which focuses on  French crêpes, speciality coffee and curated cocktails.

Located at 204 Telok Ayer Street, French Fold is housed between Napolean Restaurant and My Awesome Cafe. You can now have French crêpes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Photos by French Fold

French Fold aims to offer their interpretation of traditional French galettes as well as an array of French crêpes with modern flavours. Using imported buckwheat flour, the French galettes are gluten-free and paired with ingredients imported from France.

The food is complemented with an extensive drinks list comprising of both alcohol and non-alcoholic options. French Fold is a place where you can have a cuppa in the day and a cocktail during the evening. And all-day French crêpes, of course.

French Fold by Merci Marcel
204 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068640

If there is one thing in the world which Singaporeans will always be loyal to, that would be the amazing creation that is food. Though we often struggle with balancing our wish to save some money and the desire to savour a sumptuous meal, we hate to admit it; the latter usually wins.

In Singapore, we are fortunate that there are tons of fantastic brunch spots around the country. And most of the time, we would settle on a cafe in the CBD for convenience sake.

To assist you in your brunch journey, we have sussed out 35 Brunch Spots In Singapore’s CBD to start your day right. They range from light brunch menus to slightly more indulgent ones so do read on to discover which brunch spot you have to try next!

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6OZ ESPRESSO BAR

Nothing gets our engine running better than a fine cup of coffee and freshly baked pastry. With various branches around the CBD, 6oz Espresso Bar is a sleek and contemporary cafe that serves up fragrant coffee alongside crispy and buttery croissants.

6oz Espresso Bar
20 McCallum Street, #01-K1,
Singapore 069046
Tel: +65 6509 6602
Mon to Fri: 7am – 5.30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: 63 Espresso

63 ESPRESSO

A cafe brought to you by the successful coffee program at 63Celsius, 63 Espresso brews rich coffees from beans roasted by Antipodean coffee roaster Allpress Espresso. Pick up some of their interesting creations such as the Chilli Mocha and Chilli Chocolate.

63 Espresso 
12 Marina View, #01-03,
Singapore 018961
Tel: +65 6100 6363
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

CAKE SPADE

For those working in the Tanjong Pagar area, how about starting your day right with a slice of fluffy and freshly baked cake? Bringing to you daily cakes, warm baked desserts coupled with gourmet coffee and tea, Cake Spade is a one-stop dessert store that will definitely light up your day.

Cake Spade
83 Tanjong Pagar Road,
Singapore 088504
Tel: +65 6444 3868
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: Chong Wen Ge Cafe

CHONG WEN GE CAFE

Chong Wen Ge Cafe is a hidden gem that is located right next to the Thian Hock Keng Chinese temple. This Peranakan-style cafe seeks to ensure that culture and heritage are imbued in every aspect of their menu and cafe setting.

Albeit a different type of brunch setting most would be used to, this is a unique brunch experience that would be worth the time.

Chong Wen Ge Cafe
168 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068619
Tel: +65 9129 1625
Daily: 11am – 5.30pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

CLUB MEATBALLS

A vibrant open restaurant with a cocktail and wine bar, Club Meatballs would be a great place to grab some brunch in the Chinatown area.

From Monday to Friday, pick up some Eggs Benedict (S$14.50) or get creative with their Club House DIY Breakfast. If not, we’d say that their Club Signature Breakfast (S$17.50) sounds pretty good too.

Club Meatballs
20 Cross Street, #01-34/35/36 China Square Central,
Singapore 048422
Tel: +65 6222 8660
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 12am
Sat: 10am – 12am
Nearest Station: Chinatown/Telok Ayer

DAPPER COFFEE

Aside from bringing to you the popular Unicorn Tears, Dapper Coffee is a swanky coffeehouse along Amoy Street which is recognised for its outstanding coffees. They too, have an all-day grub menu that is suitable for those searching for brunch options in the CBD. This includes the Dapper Granola (S$8), Green & Lean (S$16) and #Gains ($16).

Dapper Coffee
73 Amoy Street, Level 2,
Singapore 069892
Tel: +65 8742 8908
Mon to Fri: 8am – 5pm 
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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.

Dean & Deluca
47 Pekin Street, #01-01
Singapore 048777
Tel: +65 6536 2460
Mon to Fri: 7am – 8pm
Sat: 7am – 5pm
Sun: 7am – 12pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer / Raffles Place

Photo Credit: Doutor Coffee

DOUTOR COFFEE

With history tracing all the way back to 1980 in Harajuku, Japan, Doutor Coffee has more than 1200 outlets worldwide today.

After 11am, diners can enjoy Doutor Coffee’s Ham & Cheese Waffles (S$8.80), Shrimp & Avocado Waffles (S$8.80) and Smoked Salmon Waffles (S$8.80). Not filling enough? Opt for the Hayashi Baked Rice (S$9.90) and Japanese Curry Baked Rice (S$9.90) which is also available after11am instead. 

Doutor Coffee
12 Marina Boulevard
#01-05 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3
Singapore 018982
Tel: +65 6604 6082
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 9.30pm
Sat & Sun: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

DRURY LANE

A perennial favourite of ours, Drury Lane is a quaint and inviting cafe that is perfect for a quiet and intimate brunch over the weekends. Some brunch items that you can expect include Savoury French Toasts and Smoked Salmon Baked Eggs.

Drury Lane
94 Tanjong Pagar Road,
Singapore 088515
Tel: +65 6222 6698
Mon, Wed to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 6pm
Tue: Closed
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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FREE THE ROBOT

How could we ever say no to brunch in a cute robot-themed cafe? Free The Robot is a cosy cafe which will remind diners of an old-school industrial setting and their all-day brunch menu is just as enticing.

Diners can anticipate the Free the Robot Burger (S$12) and Avocado Pesto Toastie (S$8).

Free The Robot
118 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068587
Tel: +65 6438 1836
Tue to Fri: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Sat: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Mon & Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Gemmills

GEMMILLS

Brought to you by the folks behind Mediterranean restaurant Maggie Joan’s, Gemmills is a hidden cafe located in an alleyway off Gemmill Lane that you need to drop by for brunch.

Comfort food and great coffee await and coffee enthusiasts may be keen on knowing that the cafe now offers Allpress Espresso.

Gemmills
110 Amoy Street, #01-02,
Singapore 068579
Tel: +65 9390 3825
Mon to Thu: 10am – 10pm
Fri: 10am – 11pm
Sat: 4pm – 11am
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

GRAIN TRADERS

Instead of going for a typical Aussie-style brunch, it will definitely be a refreshing and rewarding experience to eat clean and healthy once in a while. At Grain Traders, you can build your very own bowl of goodness for S$16 which includes 1 grain, 1 protein, 2 vegetables, 1 side and 1 topping.

Grain Traders
138 Market Street
#01-01 CapitaGreen
Singapore 048946
Mon to Fri: 8am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

GROUP THERAPY

Find yourself some fresh, hearty and appetising brunch at Group Therapy, a quaint cafe situated on the second storey of a restored shophouse along Duxton Road.

Group Therapy’s menu has all-day breakfast items that range from pasta, stew, soups and pies. This includes the Sesame Bagel & Scrambled Eggs (S$16), Poached Eggs (S$16) and Skinny Eggs Ben (S$17).

Group Therapy
49 Duxton Road, #02-01,
Singapore 089513
Tel: +65 6222 2554
Tue to Thu: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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JAPAN RAIL CAFE

A travel-themed cafe managed by the Singapore Office of East Japan Railway Company, the main mission of Japan Rail Cafe is to foster a space and community for people who love Japan.

For brunch, you can enjoy the Twin Flavoured Crispy Chicken Don, Kaisen Avocado Don and of course, The Ultimate A.B.C Hamburger.

Japan Rail Cafe
5 Wallich Street, #01-20 Tanjong Pagar Centre,
Singapore 078883
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

JEWEL COFFEE

Jewel Coffee is widely known for being one of Singapore’s best coffee joints because of its quality brews but if you thought that coffee is all you can get there, then that is where you are wrong. The cafe also has a simple food menu where you can get salads, pastas and burgers.  

Jewel Coffee
1 Shenton Way, #01-07,
Singapore 068803
Tel: +65 6636 9452
Mon to Fri: 7am – 7pm
Sat: 8am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

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KITCHEN BY FOOD REBEL

At Kitchen By Food Rebel, dig into their rendition of healthy, real food that is just as imaginative, delightful and tasty. This includes the Zoodle Bolognese (S$18), The Rebel Chicken Burger (S$21) and The Rebel Pie (S$18). Absolutely delish!

Kitchen By Food Rebel
28 Stanley Street,
Singapore 068737
Tel: +65 6224 7088
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 9am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

LUNAR COFFEE BREWERS

Lunar Coffee Brewers—a cafe behind the team at Atlas Coffeehouse and Columbus Coffee— is a charming minimalist cafe at Downtown Gallery that would be a marvellous place for brunch.

During your visit, you can consider trying the Lu Rou Belly Don (S$14.50). Otherwise, the Hot Cappuccino (S$4.50) and Milky Wave Soft Serve (S$5.90) will hit the spot.

Lunar Coffee Brewers
6 Shenton Way, #01-49 Downtown Gallery,
Singapore 068815
Tel: +65 6224 4500
Mon to Fri: 8am – 7pm
Sat: 9am – 3pm
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: My Awesome Cafe

MY AWESOME CAFE

A dining concept by a group of entrepreneurial friends from different backgrounds and countries of origin, My Awesome Cafe is a popular cosy cafe which aims to be a second home for all its diners.

Not only is their food nourishing, this cafe has taken steps to ensure that their food is also fun. They serve up a brilliant Bacon Platter (S$25), Perigourdine Salad (S$21) and Smoked Salmon, Avocado and Mesclun (S$14).

My Awesome Cafe
202 Telok Ayer,
Singapore 068639
Tel: +65 6222 2007
Daily: 9am – 12am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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NINJA BOWL

At Ninja Bowl—a dining concept owned and operated by The Astronauts Group—get your hands on their Japanese-inspired dishes that will have you crooning over how gorgeous they look.

Brunch is ongoing throughout the day and this includes dishes such as the Mentaiko Scrambled (S$19), Steak & Udon (S$22) and Ebisu (S$18). Alternatively, you can try their Ninja Bowls which includes the Noka (S$14), Kamo (S$18) and Torinosu (S$18).

Ninja Bowl
15 Duxton Road,
Singapore 089481
Tel: +65 6222 8055
Mon to Fri: 9.30am – 9.30pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park / Tanjong Pagar

PANTLER

Fancy a light brunch and sweet desserts?

Situated along Telok Ayer Street, Pantler is well-received for its top-notch pastries, cakes, coffees and service. Baked goods that you can look forward to include the Almond Croissant (S$4), Chaussons aux Pommes (S$4.50) and Fig Tart (S$6.80).

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Pantler
198 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068637
Tel: +65 6221 6223
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 7.30pm
Sat: 10.30am – 5.30pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer / Downtown

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PATISSERIEG

A bakery cafe which serves up a spectacular range of platters, galettes, burgers, sandwiches and more, PatisserieG’s brunch menu is available from Mondays through Fridays at their Downtown Gallery outlet.

Brunch items include Ham & Cheese Croissant (S$6), G Breakfast Platter (S$16.90) and Corned Beef (S$13).

PatisserieG
6A Shenton Way
#01-30 Downtown Gallery
Singapore 068815
Tel: +65 6222 0390
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 7pm
Sat: 11.30am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar / Downtown

PS CAFE

Arguably one of the cafes that Singaporeans usually flock to for a stellar brunch, PS. Cafe has been charming its diners with its tantalising food and warm cafe atmosphere since 1999.

A hidden gem in the midst of two traditional heritage shophouses, PS. Cafe’s Ann Siang Hill outlet has a wonderful brunch spread which includes the PS. Fluffy Pancakes, the PS. Classic Benedict and Crab Tart.

PS. Cafe 
45 Ann Siang Road, #02-02,
Singapore 069719
Tel: +65 9797 0648
Mon to Wed: 11.30am – 11pm
Thu: 11.30am – 12am
Fri: 11.30am – 1am
Sat: 9.30am – 1am
Sun: 9.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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ROYZ ET VOUS

A halal-certified French restaurant, Royz et Vous exudes a cosy and warm ambience that goes in harmony with their speciality coffee and western delights.

For brunch, dig into the Eggs Benedict (S$18.90), Salmon Slide (S$24.90) or Beef Asparagus (S$21.90). Either way, be prepared to feast like a king!

Royz et Vous
137 Telok Ayer Street, #01-01,
Singapore 068602
Tel: +65 6293 0270
Mon to Thu: 11am – 4pm, 5pm – 10pm
Fri: 11am – 4pm, 5pm – 11pm
Sat: 12pm – 4pm, 5pm – 11pm
Sun: 12pm – 4pm, 5pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

SARNIES

Dishing out freshly prepared gourmet sandwiches, soups, salads and homemade bakery goods, Sarnies is the cafe to visit for satisfying brunch.

Their weekday lunch menu runs from 11am to 3pm and comprises sandwiches such as the Chicken Schnitzel (S$14.80), Kurobuta Ham (S$15.80) and Grass Fed Steak (S$16.80). Over the weekend, Sarnies has an all-day breakfast menu which features dishes such as the Eggs Benedict (S$21) and Breakfast Burger (S$19).

Sarnies
136 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068601
Mon & Tue: 7.30am – 10.30pm
Wed to Fri: 7.30am – 12am
Sat & Sun: 8.30am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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SEGAFREDO ZANETTI ESPRESSO

A cafe cum bar originating from Bologna, Italy, Segafredo Zanetti Espresso is where you should visit for quality Italian coffee accompanied by a good range of classic Italian fare.

During your visit, consider ordering the Aglio E Olio (S$15), Alla Marinara (S$19) and Campagnola (S$17).

Segafredo Zanetti Espresso
51 Telok Ayer, #01-06 China Square Food Market,
Singapore 048441
Tel: +65 6222 6629
Mon to Fri: 7am – 9.30pm
Sat: 10am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Blog Snatch

SOCKS & PANS

Throw all stereotypes out of the window because Socks & Pans is going to blow your mind with their pairing of traditional full-bodied local kopi with homemade pizza and pasta.

Unique creations that you can tuck into include the Asian Pulled Pork pizza (S$29 for a large 13″ pizza) and the Hebi Hiam pizza (S$29 for a large 13″ pizza). Otherwise, the Mac & Cheese (S$9.90) is a must-try.

Socks & Pans
&7 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #01-108,
Singapore 081007
Tel: +65 6536 3310
Mon to Thu: 11am – 9pm
Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

SPRMRKT

Started with a goal to inspire daily life, SPRMRKT at McCallum Street is where you can embrace retail, art and good food in a single space.

Albeit their ever-changing menu, some brunch staples on SPRMRKT’s All Day Breakfast menu include the SPRMRKT Breakfast (S$30), Classic Eggs Benedict (S$16) and Avocado On Toast (S$13). Do note that this menu is available daily from 8am to 7.30pm.

SPRMKRT
2 McCallum Street,
Singapore 069043
Tel: +65 6221 2105
Mon to Fri: 8am – 9.30pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

THE AUTOBUS

Themed-cafes just have this certain charm and if you and your dining partner are fans of the outdoors, head on down to The Autobus, a bicycle-themed cafe where you can find healthy salad bowls, good coffee and tea.

If you are intending to visit during the weekdays for brunch, treat yourself to nutritious rice bowls ranging from S$12 to S$16. Otherwise, the weekend brunch menu has options such as the Full Breakfast (S$18), Eggs Ben (S$11) and Wagyu Burger (S$24).

The Autobus
6A Shenton Way, #01-01 Downtown Gallery,
Singapore 068815
Tel: +65 6909 3406
Mon to Fri: 8am – 9pm
Sat: 7am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

THE DARK GALLERY

If you do not mind forgoing savoury dishes for lunch, an ideal place to fuel your desire for sweet nothings is The Dark Gallery at Millenia Walk. Originating from Malaysia, there is a nice array of chocolate desserts you can indulge in.

We would recommend the Ice Cream Waffle (S$14) that comes with 2 ice cream flavours of your choice and the hot Signature Chocolate (S$7) for a complete meal.

The Dark Gallery
9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-K5 Millenia Walk,
Singapore 039596
Tel: +65 6255 0368
Daily: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

THE LOKAL

Craving some Aussie brunch? Head down to The LoKal, a cafe cum restaurant cum bar that is the brainchild of Australian Chef Darren Farr. Their brunch menu is available until 3.30pm on a daily basis and features splendid dishes that includes Buttermilk Pancakes (weekdays only) and French Toast (weekends only).

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The LoKal
136 Neil Road,
Singapore 088865
Tel: +65 6423 9918
Mon & Tue: 8am – 4pm
Wed to Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat: 9am – 10pm
Sun: 9am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park / Tanjong Pagar

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THE MARMALADE PANTRY

A modern bistro which presents comfort food made from the freshest ingredients, The Marmalade Pantry never fails to stun its regulars with their wonderful array of dishes.

Brunch at The Marmalade Pantry is only available on weekends and public holidays until 6pm and some of their highlights include the Classic Benedict (S$18), Smoked Salmon Hash (S$22) and French Toast (S$18).

The Marmalade Pantry
100 Peck Siah Street
#01-01 Oasia Hotel Downtown
Singapore 079333
Tel: +65 6385 0741
Mon to Sun: 6.30am – 10.30am, 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

THE POPULUS COFFEE & FOOD CO

Begin your day on the right note (and with the right coffee and food) at The Populus Coffee & Food Co., a cosy and Instagram-worthy cafe located along Neil Road.

All-day brunch items that you should try include the Avocado Superfood Green Platter (S$20), Spring Pancake & Fried Chicken (S$21) and the Buckwheat Pancakes (S$19.50).

The Populus Coffee & Food Co.
146 Neil Road,
Singapore 088875
Tel: +65 6635 8420
Mon: 9am – 7pm
Tue: 9am – 4pm
Wed to Fri: 9am – 10.30pm
Sat: 9.30am – 10.30pm
Sun: 9.30am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park / Tanjong Pagar

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THE PROVIDORE

The latest outlet of The Providore lands at OUE Downtown Gallery is one stunning dining establishment you need to check out.

Their breakfast menu is served from 8am – 10.30am on weekdays and 9am – 6pm on weekends and public holidays. This includes items such as the Eggs Benedict (S$19.50), Ricotta Pancakes (S$17.50) and Breakfast Board (S$23.50).

The Providore
6A Shenton Way, #B1-07 Downtown Gallery,
Singapore 068815
Tel: +65 6431 7600
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 10.30pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

URBAN FAIRWAYS

As the only boutique golf club, cafe and bar in the city, Urban Fairways serves up a mean breakfast from dawn till after dark. Their menu draws influence from international diners and you can have some satisfying legendary arabica coffee from Sarnies too!

Some items on their all-day breakfast menu include the Breakfast Set (S$13), Avo Good Day (S$11) and Aussie Golfer (S$5).

Urban Fairways
168 Robinson Road, #01-07,
Singapore 068912
Tel: +65 6327 8045
Mon to Fri: 8am – 11pm
Sat: 2pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Downtown / Tanjong Pagar

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WORKSPACE ESPRESSO

The Workspace Espresso in Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3 is a place where you can get some respite from the atrocities of working life. Their single origin, seasonal signature roast matches their Asian and Middle Eastern fusion dishes flawlessly.

Grain bowls you can look forward to are the Builders Gain and Bellow Awesome!

Workspace Espresso
12 Marina Boulevard
#01-08 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3
Singapore 018982
Tel: +65 6538 0848
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

For more recommendations, read our guide on 32 Best Brunch Spots in Singapore.

Nestled within Singapore’s fast-paced Central Business District lies a beautiful botanical cafe. Step into Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio—a dreamy and whimsical floral cafe that will teleport you to a magical wonderland.

As opposed to the other artisan cafes lying along the Telok Ayer stretch, Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio is more than just a cafe with pretty desserts and there are many reasons why you should visit right now.

What makes Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio popular among the ladies is the floral studio housed on the second floor of the cafe’s premises. This is where you can glean a skill or two from their floral arrangement workshops and even pick up a fresh bouquet if you like.

When it comes to their food menu, the cafe has an excellent weekday breakfast spread—available from 8am to 11am—and all day on weekends. This includes Avocado Toast & Bacon (S$16) and even the chance to customise your own breakfast platter.

If you need a breather from work, the reasonably-priced selection on their lunch menu will certainly brighten up your day.  Some menu delights you should try include the Carbonara (S$16), Thai Green Curry Pasta (S$14) and the Beef Goulash (S$15).

We all live for desserts and Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio has the best assortment of cakes.

Favourites include the Maple Bacon Cinnamon Tea Cake, Earl Grey Lavender, Gula Melaka Avocado and Strawberry Shortcake. Light and fluffy, the cakes were extremely enjoyable both visually and in taste, and they go perfectly with a hot cuppa.

There are endless reasons to fall in love with this charming cafe—every element of Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio was executed flawlessly and with elegance.

Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio
134 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068600
Tel: +65 9299 4593
Cafe (Level 1)
Mon: Closed
Tue to Wed: 8am – 6pm
Thu & Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat: 8am – 6pm
Sun: 10am – 6pm
Floral Studio (Level 2)
Mon to Sat: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer 

Previously a coastal road situated along the island’s old waterfront, Telok Ayer has transformed into a hip and busy neighbourhood teeming with cafes and restaurants to feed the CBD office crowd and avid café-hoppers.

From idyllic garden-themed cafes, burger joints and Korean eateries to cocktails at inconspicuous bars, choosing what and where to eat has never been harder. Surrounded by a mix of old and restored shophouses and modern high-rising buildings, Telok Ayer is filled with a combination of rich heritage and modernity.

If you have not ventured to this side of Singapore before, here is your Telok Ayer Food Guide – 14 Bistro and Cafes To Check Out In This Bustling District.

A POKE THEORY

A Poke Theory was founded with the vision to provide healthily, and balanced nutrition food packed with delectable flavours. Specialising in poke—one of Hawaii’s best-known dishes—, diners can enjoy the freshest cuts of fish and ingredients at this hip and sleek café.

For those popping by for breakfast or tea, A Poke Theory has a range of superfood smoothie bowls and cold-pressed juices that you can indulge in without the guilt.

A Poke Theory
27 Boon Tat Street
Singapore 069623
Mon to Fri: 11am – 8pm
Sat: 11am – 4pm
(Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays)
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

BURGER JOINT

Craving for a good juicy burger? Burger Joint whips up good ol’ fashioned American-style burgers that will tantalise your taste buds.

Sink your teeth in the classic Cheeseburger (S$17.80) which features a thick patty sandwiched between sliced onions, gooey melted cheese and buns.

Burger Joint
115 Amoy Street
#01-03 Singapore 069935
Tel: +65 6221 8648
Mon to Wed: 11.30am – 11pm
Thurs to Sat: 11.30am – 12am
Sun: 11am – 8pm
Nearest Station Telok Ayer

CHONG WEN GE CAFÉ

Located next to Thian Hock Keng Temple, this Peranakan café is another hidden gem in Telok Ayer.

Diners can indulge in an array of Peranakan delights such as Nyonya Mee Siam (S$7.80), Nyonya Curry Chicken (S$10.80) and much more while admiring the collection of vibrant vintage tiles on display.

Chong Wen Ge Café
168 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068619
Tel: +65 8688 3028
Daily: 11am – 5.30pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

DAPPER COFFEE

Tucked away along Amoy Street, this cosy copper-clad café is known for their Insta-worthy Gold Brew, which essentially is cold brew coffee with edible glitters! The coffee is made from Ethiopian Yirgacheffe beans which provides a light and refreshing texture.

Dapper Coffee
73 Amoy Street
Second Floor
Singapore 069892
Tel: +65 9005 4790
Mon to Fri: 8am – 5pm
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

FREE THE ROBOT

A stone’s throw away from Telok Ayer MRT station, Free The Robot is a hip café which offers a selection of brunch-style fare along with cold brew coffee and cold-press juices.

Sharing the same space with Bitters & Love, this café transforms into a cocktail bar at night where diners can grab quirky local-flavoured cocktails.

Free The Robot
118 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068587
Tel: +65 6438 1836
Tue to Fri: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Sat: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Closed on Mondays and Sundays
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

GEMMILLS

Gemmills is a quaint Mediterranean-inspired café decked in vintage wooden furniture that exudes a calming ambience.

From hearty dishes such as Lamb Lasagne (S$22) to sweet treats such as the Pecan Pie with Lemon Whipped Cream (S$9), you can feast on a myriad of homemade delights which will make you feel right at home.

Gemmills
110 Amoy Street
Singapore 069930
Tel: +65 6221 5564
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 12am
Sat: 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

MY AWESOME CAFÉ

My Awesome Café is a good place to visit for tasty sandwiches, salads and aromatic coffee. Some food options that you can go for include the Honey Glazed Ham Sandwich (S$14), Cold Cut Platter (S$25) and My Awesome Salad (S$15).

With a variety of savoury dishes and an even larger assortment of alcoholic beverages, My Awesome Café is the perfect place for a gathering with friends.

My Awesome Café
202 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068639
Tel: +65 6222 2007
Daily: 9.30am – 12am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

PANTLER

Sourcing ingredients from all over the world such as flour from Japan and butter from France, you can only expect nothing but the best when it comes to freshly baked goodies from Pantler.

This modern bakery is well-known for their delicate bakes that are light on the taste buds yet packed full of flavour.

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Pantler
198 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068637
Tel: +65 6221 6223
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 7.30pm
Sat: 10.30am – 5.30pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

PARK BENCH DELI Previously only available at pop-up gigs, Park Bench Deli has come a long way when it comes to whipping up sandwiches oozing with Cheddar cheese and layered with smoked pastrami. Diagonally across Amoy Street Food Centre, this humble shop incorporates international influences into sandwiches such as Kong Bak Banh Mi (S$14) and Torta (S$14). Mileslife is our favourite app to accumulate miles through everyday spending. You can earn 2 miles for every dollar spent at this restaurant. Download and try Mileslife out now! You can use our code ‘Ladyironchef‘ upon your first spending to get 1,000 miles. Park Bench Deli 179 Telok Ayer Street Singapore 068627 Tel: +65 6815 4600 Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 4pm, 5pm – 9.30pm Sat: 9am – 4pm (Closed on Sundays) Nearest Station: Telok Ayer SARNIES Seeing as to how Sarnies sees a full house almost every day, it goes without saying that this humble coffee shop is arguably one of the more popular cafes in Telok Ayer. Some items on their menu include hearty breakfast fare, massive salads, gourmet sandwiches, homemade pastries and excellent coffee—all at affordable prices. If you are planning to drop by during teatime, try the Sarnies Brownie (S$5) for a decadent sweet treat. Sarnies 136 Telok Ayer Street Singapore 068601 Tel: +65 6224 6091 Mon and Tue: 7.30am – 10.30pm Wed to Fri: 7.30am – 12am Sat & Sun: 8.30am – 4pm Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

SHOP WONDERLAND

Right next to Sarnies, Shop Wonderland is a cosy cafe with an interior largely inspired by botanicals. They offer an indulgent selection of cakes and hearty portions of food.

The rustic cafe offers brunch items over the weekends such as Avocado Toast and Bacon (S$16), Marmite Toastie served with Onsen Egg (S$14) and Big Breakfast (S$22).

Shop Wonderland
134 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068600
Tel: +65 6229 5848
Tue & Wed: 8am – 6pm
Thurs & Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 6pm
Closed on Mondays
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

SPRMRKT

Founded with an aim of making every day a little different, SPRMRKT redefines your supermarket experience by encouraging diners to browse through a curated selection of produce, products and artwork to bring home after they enjoy a meal at the café.

The menu consists of All Day Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sides, Bar Bites, Weekend Brunch and a range of beverages.

SPRMRKT
2 McCallum Street
Singapore 069043
Tel: +65 6221 2105
Mon to Thu: 8am – 8pm
Fri, Sat & Sun: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

VANILLA BAR AND CAFÉ

At Vanilla Bar and Café, you will be greeted with a sweet waft of vanilla scent as soon as you enter. Besides an all-day breakfast menu and a variety of hearty mains, Vanilla Bar and café also offers an Asian-fusion omakase upon request.

If you are looking for something unconventional, go for their signature Truffle Sea Salt Kaya Toast.

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Vanilla Bar and Café
3 Boon Tat Street
Singapore 069612
Tel: +65 6423 0366
Mon to Thu: 10.30am – 11pm
Fri: 11am – 12am
Sat: 11am – 9pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

WANG DAE BAK POCHA

Founded by the owners of Wang Dae Bak Korean BBQ, this eatery offers a selection of BBQ meats, a variety of traditional Korean dishes and a selection of rice wine and cocktails.

With an interior that resembles the Korean street scene back in the 70’s, Wang Dae Bak Pocha provides a unique dining and drinking experience like no other.

Wang Dae Bak Pocha
93 Amoy Street
Singapore 269913
Tel: +65 6220 0322
Mon and Tue: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 12am
Wed to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 1am
Sat: 5.30pm – 1am
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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