A guide to the best cafes in the East of Singapore
With so many new cafes springing up recently it can be hard to keep track of ‘em all. Here’s a compiled list of the best cafes in the East of Singapore that are worth your weekend brunch with family and friends.
1. Awfully Chocolate Bakery & Cafe
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Awfully Chocolate is famed for its chocolate desserts and cakes, but the brand also has some serious chops in the brunch department. Try it out for yourself at Awfully Chocolate Bakery & Cafe, the brand’s first and only flagship restaurant in the East.
The family-friendly eatery does a great weekend brunch buffet for just $35++ per pax. Choose from house specials to complement their brunch spread: Braised Beef Pie, which comes with a 3-hour braised beef cheek, vegan Grilled Aubergine Steak, Brunch Lasagna and many other delectable favourites. Else on weekdays, they serve lunch from 12pm to 3pm and dinner from 6pm to 9pm.
While you’re there, be sure to nab a couple of pastries from their Weekend Fresh Bakes selection—great for dining in-house with a cup of coffee, or grabbing to-go. These are all baked fresh and in-house daily too.
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Address: 131 East Coast Road, Singapore 428816
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11am to 10pm, Fri 11am to 11pm, Sat 10am to 11pm, Sun 10am to 10pm
Tel: 6345 2190
Website
Awfully Chocolate Bakery & Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
2. East Coast Commune
Located along East Coast Park, East Coast Commune is the perfect place to stop by after a morning cycle. If you’re here for brunch, go for their Chicken and Waffle ($19); the classic combination of sweet and savoury always hits the spot.
Alternatively, you can’t go wrong with the Laksa Pasta ($21). This features juicy tiger prawns and refreshing green papaya, sitting in a creamy coconut sauce. For something light, they have a refreshing Acai Bowl ($13) and Granola Bowl ($12) too.
Read our East Coast Commune review.
Address: 1000 East Coast Parkway, #01-03, Singapore 449876
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 8am to 5:30pm, Sat-Sun 8am to 9pm
Tel: 8950 4142
Website
East Coast Commune is not a halal-certified eatery.
3. The Brewing Ground
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The Brewing Ground’s prices are slightly steeper, but their portions make up for it. Make sure you visit with ample stomach space for The Brewer’s Breakfast ($26++) so you can enjoy their crispy hash browns, maple bacon, sauteed spinach and mushrooms, and eggs done to your liking. The Crab and Signature Scrambled Eggs on Toast ($25++) spotlights their perfect, creamy scrambled eggs, and is ladened with umami sauteed crabmeat and ikura.
Address: 406 Joo Chiat Place, #01-24, The Yards, Singapore 428084
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 5pm
Tel: 8313 6092
Website
The Brewing Ground is not a halal-certified eatery.
4. Knots Cafe and Living
Think of Knots Cafe And Living as IKEA but upgraded. Tripling up as a furniture store, plant shop, and cafe, you can enjoy mains such as French Toast ($17.25) and Smoked Salmon Sandwich ($17.25) in what feels like a tranquil outdoor garden.
Unlike typical French toasts, Knots Cafe and Living’s rendition includes meaty pieces of fried popcorn chicken for a balance of sweet and savoury.
Read our Knots Cafe And Living review.
Address: 160 Paya Lebar Road, #01-07, Orion @ Paya Lebar, Singapore 409022
Opening hours: Tue-Thurs Sun 9am to 9pm, Fri-Sat 9am to 10pm
Tel: 6817 0383
Website
Knots Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
5. The Neptune
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The same people behind Atlas Coffeehouse and Apollo Coffee Bar bring you The Neptune. If you’re unsure where to start, the combination of creamy scrambled eggs, salty grilled chorizo, and slightly spicy harissa chilli crab in their Chilli Crab and Chorizo ($20.40) is sure to perk up your mornings. Otherwise, opt for a classic French Toast Standard ($20); you can’t go wrong with their buttery and light French toast, drenched in sweet strawberry coulis and maple syrup with a hefty serving of fresh strawberries.
Address: 237 East Coast Road, Singapore 428930
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 8am to 10pm, Sun 8am to 7pm
Tel: 6970 7305
Website
The Neptune is not a halal-certified eatery.
6. The Garden Slug Family Restaurant
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The Garden Slug Family Restaurant is another dog-friendly cafe to add to your list. Besides the classic All-Day Big Breakfast ($19.90+), we would recommend trying Three Little Pigs ($19.90+) too. This earthy mushroom and potato cheese melt is spruced up with some baked eggs, bratwurst, bacon and ham, and is best enjoyed with a slice of toast.
Address: 55 Lorong L Telok Kurau, #01-59/61, Bright Centre, Singapore 425500
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Thurs 11:30am to 9pm, Fri 11:30am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 9:30am to 10pm
Tel: 8895 9059
Website
The Garden Slug is not a halal-certified eatery.
7. Little Rogue Coffee
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Another cafe in the East you should pay a visit to is Little Rogue Coffee. By far one of their most popular all-day breakfast items is the Soft Scrambled Eggs and Ikura ($19++). Beloved soft, creamy, buttery scrambled eggs are spruced up with a spoonful of ikura and truffle cream, and then garnished with chives. Pile it up onto slices of sourdough for a simple yet elevated start to your day.
Address: 336 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437109
Opening hours: Mon-Tue 8am to 6pm, Wed-Sat 8am to 10pm, Sun 8am to 7pm
Tel: 8918 3648
Website
Little Rouge is not a halal-certified eatery.
8. Refuel Cafe
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Refuel Cafe is located under one of Bedok’s HDB flats, allowing Bedok residents to enjoy a hearty brunch without having to leave their neighbourhood. Get your day going with their Fuel Me Up ($15.50) or Pulled Pork Benedict ($15.90). The former comes with a side of toast, which you can dip into a tray of baked eggs, pork meatballs, Swiss cheese and sauteed peppers, and the latter piles some savoury pulled pork and a poached egg onto a piece of toast.
Address: 744 Bedok Reservoir Road, #01-3029, Singapore 470744
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 9pm
Tel: 6448 0015
Website
Refuel Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
9. Supernova
Brunch cafe by day and bistro by night, Supernova offers immaculate vibes no matter what time you visit. The sister cafe to the likes of Neptune and Apollo Coffee Bar delivers on the food, coffee, and decor fronts, making for a memorable dining experience when you’re in the East.
We recommend their signature Fried Chicken French Toast ($24.70++), where shokupan is cooked French toast-style, then topped with fried chicken tenders, alongside a spiced honey dressing and compound garlic butter.
Read our Supernova review.
Address: 266 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437053
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 8am to 10pm, Sun 8am to 7pm
Tel: 6518 9600
Website
Supernova is not a halal-certified cafe.
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10. Chin Mee Chin
Enjoy breakfast in true blue Singaporean fashion at Chin Mee Chin. The heritage confectionery has its roots dating back to the 1920s and remains a household name today. Their Kaya Toast Set ($5.40) is a must when visiting—it comes with their signature brioche buns topped with a house-made pandan kaya and butter, two soft-boiled eggs, and your pick of kopi or teh.
Aside from the sets, Chin Mee Chin has a wide selection of nostalgic bakes, from Sugee Cake ($2.50) to Cream Horn ($2.20). Enjoy all of these in their open-air cafe, situated in an East Coast shophouse fashioned to look like a blast from the past.
Read our Chin Mee Chin review.
Address: 204 East Coast Road, Singapore 428903
Opening hours: Sun, Tue-Thurs 8am to 4pm, Fri-Sat 8am to 4pm, 6pm to 11pm
Website
Chin Mee Chin is not a halal-certified eatery.
11. Hello Arigato
Hello Arigato offers oh-so-cool minimalistic cafe vibes, as well as Japanese small bites in the Joo Chiat ‘hood. Here’s where you want to head for a wide array of trendy sandos, from their Wagyu Hamburg Gyu Sando ($28++), or the outlet-exclusive HCG Sando ($16++), sandwiching a 48-hour marinated har cheong gai chicken cutlet.
Other bites on the menu include fusion pasta dishes and Japanese takes on fried munchies, including the Hello Kombu Tots ($12++), where tater tots are tossed in a shio kombu salt, and an outlet-exclusive Hello Twister Fries ($13++), loaded with cheese and Japanese curry sauce.
Address: 314 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427565
Opening hours: Tue-Fri 9am to 5pm, Sat-Sun 8am to 5pm
Tel: 8889 5657
Website
Hello Arigato is not a halal-certified eatery.
12. Breakfast Grill
Loaded sandwiches like the ones Breakfast Grill serves are getting all the hype right now for their massive portions and piles of ingredients. Cheeses ($13) uses five different kinds of cheese, making for a mega cheese pull that is not only IG-worthy but also delicious.
For something more interesting, the Hot Chick ($16) won’t disappoint with its creamy scrambled eggs, jalapeno peppers, umami garlic aioli, and crushed Cheetos.
Read our Breakfast Grill review.
Address: 380 East Coast Road, Singapore 428986
Opening hours: Mon-Tue 8am to 4pm, Wed & Fri-Sat 8am to 9:30pm, Thurs & Sun 8am to 9pm
Tel: 8612 8807
Website
Breakfast Grill is not a halal-certified eatery.
13. Hundred Acre Creamery
Heal your inner child at Hundred Acre Creamery, an adorable cafe in Tampines that adorns a Winnie The Pooh theme. On their menu, you will find a variety of ice cream flavours: Chrysanthemum Honey ($5.50) and Ispahan Sorbet ($4.50) are just a few. The former combines the beloved childhood character’s favourite sticky sweet syrup with chrysanthemum, while the latter will tickle your fancy if you can appreciate fruity and floral notes.
But first, get their signature Coconut Pandan Waffle ($7), the perfect chewy and crispy vehicle to soak up the ice cream. Another must-get is their range of Vietnamese coffee including the hot Egg Coffee ($6) featuring a rich egg cream.
Read our Hundred Acre Creamery review.
Address: 824 Tampines Street 81, #01-24, Singapore 520824
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 11pm
Tel: 9117 1594
Website
Hundred Acres Creamery is not a halal-certified eatery.
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14. Coexist Coffee Co.
Mention Coexist Coffee Co. to a cafe aficionado and there’s a high chance one already knows the famed cafe. Located at Lifelong Learning Institute, the space is within spitting distance of Paya Lebar MRT Station. The interior is impressive, boasting an industrial-like vibe which isn’t commonly found in Singapore.
A crowd favourite is their Ebiko Pasta ($27++), which comes with grilled prawns in a rich ebiko cream. Alternatively, their flame-torched Squid Ink Fried Rice ($26++) filled with squid, prawns, and ikura is also a hot pick. Instead of your usual coffee, switch things up and get the Trinity Brew (18++), which gets you two of the cafe’s signature drip filter coffees.
Read our Coexist Coffee Co. Paya Lebar feature.
Address: 11 Eunos Road 8, #01-02, Lifelong Learning Institute, Singapore 408601
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 5:30pm
Tel: 8916 0780
Website
Coexist Coffee Co. is not a halal-certified eatery.
15. A Beautiful Day Cafe
Step straight into a fairy tale at A Beautiful Day Cafe, a gorgeous space that exudes Victorian vibes. Try their modern Asian dishes, artfully plated and served in pretty tableware. We especially loved their Aburi Truffle Beef Chazuke ($19.90+), which consisted of tender beef submerged in bak kut teh collagen broth.
It’s a must to accompany your meal with their speciality tea mocktails. We recommend going for the Strawberry Oolong Teatail ($9.90+) which blends strawberries and raspberries with a refreshing tinge of mint.
Read our A Beautiful Day review.
Address: 2 Paya Lebar Road, #01-09, PLQ Parkside Residences, Singapore 409053
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs Sat 11am to 11pm, Fri 11am to 12am, Sun 11am to 10pm
Tel: 9384 8401
Website
A Beautiful Day Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
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16. Three’s A Crowd
Three’s A Crowd is another gelato and waffles place to add to your list. They’re known for their Churros Waffles ($8), which boast an uber–crunchy exterior that is delightfully toasty and fluffy on the inside.
And of course, the waffles are never complete without a scoop of their gelato which starts at $4.50. Popular flavours here include Roasted Pistachio, Dark Chocolate, and Speculoos.
Address: 802 Tampines Avenue 4, #01-11, Singapore 520802
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 10:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 11pm
Tel: 6702 0700
Website
Three’s A Crowd is a halal-certified eatery.
17. Lola’s Cafe
Tampines is home to many viral cafes and Lola’s Cafe is one of them. The popular brunch spot needs no introduction as it’s one of the most famed cafes with more than 15K followers on their Instagram page.
You can expect several outlet-exclusives here, including their Lamb Shakshuka ($18++), a hearty stew starring tomato, eggs, and lamb chunks. Alongside your meal, get their Iced Momo Oolong Milk Foam ($6.50++) and Iced Pu-erh Milk Foam ($6.50++), which are also exclusive to the Tampines outlet!
Read our Lola’s Cafe Tampines review.
Address: 4 Tampines Central 5, #01-50, Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 10pm
Website
Lola’s Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
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18. Glasshouse Creamery
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We can’t have enough waffles and ice cream, and Glasshouse Creamery is one for the books for another dessert spot to check out. As the name suggests, the glasshouse-like space has floor-to-ceiling windows, which allow plenty of natural light to stream in. A scoop of ice cream here goes for $4.90 with a $1 top-up for premium flavours. You can also go for their Signature Waffle with Ice Cream ($15.90) set comprising mochi waffles and two classic scoops of ice cream.
If you’re not here for dessert, they also have a decent range of brunch options from 11am to 3pm. Some popular items include the Chicken Katsu Sando ($9.90) and the Brulee Cheese Egg Croissant ($8.90).
Read our Glasshouse Creamery feature.
Address: 117 Tampines Street 86, #01-51, The Alps Residences, Singapore 528538
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 11pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 2am
Website
Glasshouse Creamery is not a halal-certified eatery.
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19. Daily Mujo
Daily Mujo is a cosy hidden gem under an HDB block in Bedok North. Here, you can find mains at nett prices starting from just $11, which is much more affordable in comparison to what most other cafes offer.
A top pick is their Laksa Hokkien Mee ($11), a dish akin to dry laksa. Many also go for their signature Lemak Lemak ($11) AKA nasi lemak. Pair your mains with their gorgeous drinks, with the viral Mango Matcha Latte ($7) available here; you get a bittersweet combination of mango puree and matcha flavours in this one!
Check out our Daily Mujo review.
Address: 84 Bedok North Street 4, #01-27, Singapore 460084
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 9pm
Website
Daily Mujo is not a halal-certified eatery.
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20. Flippin Good
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Praises are sung about the pancakes at Flippin’ Good which are said to be super big and fluffy. Pancakes start at $6.90+ for a stack of two, but if you’re feeling peckish, go for the Flapjacks Platter ($24.90+) instead. This comes with four pancakes, chicken sausages, turkey bacon, fried egg, avocado slices, baked beans, and tater tots. Other than the original pancakes, you can get them in fun flavours including White Chocolate Chips, Blueberry Cream Cheese, Banana Raisin and more.
Read about our Flippin’ Good feature.
Address: 282 Bedok Road, Singapore 469438
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 11pm, Fri 12pm to 2am, 12pm to 12am
Tel: 6022 0836
Website
Flippin’ Good is a halal-certified eatery.
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21. Ne Ne Neko
Japanese cafes always seem to be a roaring hit with the local crowd, so here’s one to add to your must-visit list: Ne Ne Neko. Get their Chicken Katsu Sando ($17++) which stars a crispy chicken katsu cutlet and slaw, sandwiched between two thick pieces of white bread.
In the same vein, a popular choice is their range of shokupan AKA Japanese milk bread. Variations include the Oishi Mentai Shokupan ($14++) and Tamago No Shokupan ($12++). Pair your grub with their unique selection of drinks: Kuro Goma Latte ($7++), Yuzu Cloud ($10++), and Ume ($10++). By the way, this cafe turns into an izakaya by night!
Read our Ne Ne Neko feature.
Address: 10 Paya Lebar Road, #01-K7, PLQ Plaza, Singapore 409507
Opening hours: Sun 11am to 10pm, Mon-Thurs 11am to 11pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 12am
Tel: 8839 9014
Website
Ne Ne Neko is not a halal-certified eatery.
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22. Woolys Bagels
Famous halal bagel joint Wooly’s Bagels’ second outlet is located in Joo Chiat. Here, you can expect the same bagels we all know and love such as The Salmon Bagel Benedict ($16.80++) and the GTFBagel ($10.80++). Or you can try some of their outlet-exclusives which include the Szechuan Sunrise ($13.30++) which we’re sure mala fans will love.
Read our Wooly’s Bagels review.
Address: 162 Joo Chiat, #01-02, Singapore 427437
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9:15am to 8pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 8:30pm
Website
Wooly’s Bagels is a halal-certified eatery.
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Best cafes to have brunch in the East
Whichever cafe in the East you decide to spend your weekend morning brunch at, rest assured that you’ll leave with a full stomach and a smile.
If you are looking for more cafes islandwide, check out our list of best cafes in Singapore. We also have guides to the best cafes in every Singaporean district! Here are our guides to the best cafes in the West, best North-East cafes, and best cafes in the North.
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