Heading to Singapore? Have a Dose of Caffeine at These Picturesque Cafes

Heading to Singapore? Go Cafe-Hopping at These IG-Worthy Spots

A treat for the eyes and tummy.
by Ina Louise Manto | August 03, 2022

International travel is something Filipinos can look forward to again as more neighboring countries reopen with a few travel requirements to prepare for. Singapore is already a favorite travel destination among Pinoys pre-pandemic, and you might have already been seeing friends or family flying to the city for their first international trip in years. If you’re planning to visit this year, don’t forget to include these IG-worthy cafes to discover in between exploring favorite tourist destinations:

Cafe Found

Location: 391 Orchard Road, B1-16 to 24, Ngee Ann City, Singapore

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Planning to take a break in between shopping in Orchard Road? Cafe Found is a cafe you’ll have to look for – this spot is located within a retail store, The Editor’s Market, in Takashimaya Shopping Center. The cafe initially only offered coffee and savory and sweet pastries. Now, they also have an all-day breakfast menu as well as lunch and dinner choices. With its unique concept, you’d be down to dine and shop the whole day.

Operating hours: Daily from 10 AM – 9 PM

Apollo Coffee Bar

Location: 65 Serangoon Garden Way, Singapore 555961

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Tucked in Serangoon Gardens, Apollo Coffee Bar has become a favorite spot for brunch. If you’re a fan of Scandinavian interiors, you’d find Apollo’s white and wood aesthetic irresistible. Mixed with its bright lighting, you’d want to take more photos of your well-plated meals and beverages.

Operating hours: 9 AM to 7 PM on Sundays | 9 AM to 10 PM on Tuesdays to Saturdays

Atlas Coffeehouse

Location: 6 Duke’s Road, Singapore 268886

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Just a few minutes away from Botanic Gardens MRT, Atlas Coffeehouse is one of the many cafes worth the trip to the Bukit Timah neighborhood. The coffeehouse is under the same brand as Apollo Coffee Bar, so expect the food, interiors, and beverages to be at par! You’re in for a treat here as they put a twist on classic dishes; they also source their coffee from reputable farms around the world. Atlas also offers alfresco seats, perfect for when you want to enjoy Singapore’s weather.

Operating hours: Tuesdays to Sundays, 8 AM to 7 PM

Cafe Natsu

Location: 283 Joo Chiat Rd 427537 Singapore

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When looking for the perfect background for your insta feed, you can’t skip on Joo Chiat Road. It houses pastel-colored residential houses both locals and tourists can’t get enough of! And tucked right in the heart of this vibrant neighborhood is Cafe Natsu, which is rooted in European and Japanese inspirations, as seen on its menu and interiors.

Operating hours: Tuesdays to Sundays, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Waga Waga Den

Location: 38 Beach Rd, #01-14 South Beach Tower, Singapore 189767

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Perfect for fans of sleek and modern cafes, Waga Waga Den sets itself apart from the “usual” cafe look we see these days with its black design. This unique cafe stands out in South Beach Tower, with an option to dine alfresco. Both its interiors and menu are Japanese-inspired. Waga stands for wagyu beef and wagashi, which means Japanese sweets (they’re also available on the menu). Don’t forget to try their best-selling drink the Cloud, an iced white mocha sprinkled with a layer of cocoa. Air is trapped in the layer, creating the cloud-like appearance of the drink!

Operating hours: Tuesdays to Fridays, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM | Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Lucid

Location: 38 Hamilton Road Singapore 209208

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Trust that Lucid knows what a good cup of coffee is as it’s owned by Singapore’s “coffee princess”, Andrea Tan. She’s a certified World Coffee Events judge and won Singapore’s first National Brewers’ Cup at age 20. Lucid’s interiors are picture-worthy too, with striking grey walls and modern fixtures. The long bar is perfect for learning a thing or two about coffee from the baristas!

Operating hours: Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Saturdays to Sundays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.