Update 19 Jan 2025: Sinpopo Brand has closed in Joo Chiat. Check out their Instagram for other outlets.
In a time where cafes both new and old are constantly chasing after the hottest new fad in the food scene, Sinpopo Brand is one that has stayed true to its, well, brand in serving customers local inspired food with a modern, hipster twist.
Update 19 Jan 2025: Harritts Donuts has closed.
Regulars to Clarke Quay may have noticed the addition of a cozy takeaway kiosk selling puffy looking donuts on Havelock Road. Unlike other Japanese bakeries that have opened to much fanfare in downtown Singapore, Haritts Donuts & Coffee made its Singapore debut in May, in a rather quiet, understated manner – much like its pioneer shop in Tokyo, Japan.
Update 19 Jan 2025: Hei Kim Cafe has moved to Far East Plaza.
In a time where 8 out of 10 cafes charge an exorbitant $20++ for a mediocre eggs on toast, Hei Kim Cafe‘s crazy affordable prices for a simple eggs or pasta dish is incredibly refreshing. Located along the cozy stretch of Changi Road, this lifestyle cafe, which also houses xHundredfold‘s shop and studio, is a pretty new addition to the cafe scene in the east.
Update June 2020: Montana has closed.
Montana sure has come a long way from its humble beginnings some five years ago. From a humble waffle bar, tucked away in PoMo, this stalwart in Singapore’s waffle scene, has since grown into a two-storey hideout for brunch lovers in the heart of Selegie.
Looking at the recent additions to their menu, it’s not hard to see why Montana is what it is today!
Remember a time when waffles dominated Singapore’s cafe scene and our Instagram feeds? The once trending food fad may have cooled a little over the years, but that hasn’t stopped newcomers like Wakey Wakey from giving them a go.
The North East zone has been fairly neglected in terms of must-visit cafes and food joints – until The Midtown’s opening in early 2017. Since then, a fair number of F&B joints have opened, giving Hougang more food options beyond the usual hawker fare.
Here are just some places worth checking out at this up and coming spot!
Visitors to the historic CHIJMES would have noticed a new addition in the vicinity – a compact glass container tucked away from the array of restaurants and bars.
The Glasshouse – not to be confused with the Fish and Co. outlet which closed last year – prides itself on serving specialty coffee and artisanal sourdough toasts. With light spilling in every corner, and the therapeutic aroma of coffee wafting through every now and then as a new cuppa was being brewed, it’s not hard to see why this cafe is on its way to becoming one of the must visit spots in town.
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