Singapore’s dynamic café scene continues its rapid expansion, offering foodies and remote workers an exciting array of new venues that blend global aesthetics with innovative flavors. From a sleek Korean-inspired coffee cocktail bar in Orchard to a sprawling Japandi retreat in Jurong, this latest round-up spotlights five diverse, recently opened cafés that are reshaping the city’s culinary landscape, providing perfect hangouts for every occasion, from a quick French pastry fix to an all-day productivity session.
The City’s New Caffeine and Culinary Destinations
The curated selection encompasses distinct concepts across the island, ensuring there is a fresh spot to explore whether you are seeking specialty coffee, authentic European bakes, or Asian-inspired brunch dishes.
1. HANCO COFFEE: Korean Vibes Meet Creative Cocktails
Located within the revamped SCAPE near Orchard, Hanco Coffee offers an immediate transport to Seoul with its bright, minimalist Korean aesthetic and light wood accents. While it serves classic espresso drinks, the highlight is its highly photogenic range of specialty coffee cocktails (priced around $12). These daring creations push boundaries with unexpected flavors, including yuzu, black sesame, and a unique pandan coconut iteration. A popular choice is their “dirty coffee” series, featuring hot espresso poured over cold milk, though the flavor base is subject to change—currently featuring brown rice tea. For a decadent snack, the truffle burnt Basque cheesecake topped with Parma ham shavings is a must-try.
- Location: Scape, Orchard Link.
- Ambience: Modern, photo-worthy Korean nook.
- Must-Order: Specialty coffee cocktails and truffle burnt Basque cheesecake.
2. BASTILLE BAKERY: Authentic Taste of Paris in Joo Chiat
Distinguished by its bright blue awning in the café-heavy Joo Chiat neighborhood, Bastille Bakery is a new gem dedicated to authentic French baking. Founded by a Parisian trained in Versailles, the bakery focuses on fuss-free, high-quality viennoiseries made fresh daily with minimal unnecessary embellishment. From perfectly layered croissants and pain au chocolat to airy choquettes and nutty financiers, the focus here is on perfected technique and premium ingredients, offering patrons a genuine Parisian bakery experience. Early arrival is recommended, as popular items like the pecan tart and almond cream croissants often sell out quickly.
- Location: Joo Chiat Road.
- Specialty: Authentic French viennoiseries and pastries.
3. ALL HANDS: The Shokupan and Matcha Powerhouse
Taking over the striking cobalt-blue space previously occupied by a steakhouse on Telok Ayer Street, All Hands transforms into a versatile café centered on Japanese shokupan (milk bread) toasts and matcha desserts. The pillowy-soft shokupan provides a base for creative combinations, including the signature kaya custard with snow-shaved butter and eggs, alongside nostalgic twists like Milo Dinosaur. Brunch visitors after 11 a.m. can explore Asian-inspired pasta dishes, such as the laksa with barramundi. Keeping pace with 2025 trends, the café offers an extensive matcha menu, featuring unique items like matcha banana pudding and matcha crème brûlée.
- Location: Telok Ayer Street.
- Focus: Japanese shokupan toasts and diverse matcha desserts.
4. FERNWEH: Productivity and Pastels in Chinatown
Housed within the BEAT.1932 Hostel premise, Fernweh in Chinatown features a breezy, Scandi-aesthetic with a distinctive pastel-multicolored shopfront. Catering actively to the remote work crowd, the interiors are equipped with essential power plugs and complimentary Wi-Fi. The menu is flexible, offering both light bites like mala tofu fries and truffle tater tots, and substantial Asian fusion mains such as chili crab pasta. As evening approaches, Fernweh shifts into a bar, serving a range of classic and inventive cocktails, including a boozy Milo creation.
- Location: South Bridge Road, Chinatown.
- Key Feature: Work-friendly environment, pet-friendly outdoor seating, and transition to evening bar.
5. VAN KAFE: Japandi Design Draws Crowds to Jurong
Defying the common concentration of popular cafés in the east, Van Kafe in Jurong East has rapidly become a social media sensation thanks to its expansive, glasshouse-like Japandi-style interiors. The airy, breezy space and sprawling outdoor pet-friendly area make it a destination spot, despite current queues averaging an hour. The menu offers standard brunch fare alongside Asian dishes, with popular orders including seafood chilli padi pasta. Crucially, Van Kafe is ideal for evening relaxation, offering a selection of 10 cocktails, including unique signatures like the whisky-based Ojisan Met Cinnamon.
- Location: Jurong Gateway Road.
- Vibe: Large-scale Japandi design with pet-friendly setting.
By offering a mix of aesthetic appeal, unique culinary concepts, and convenient locations, these five new Singapore cafés ensure the pursuit of the perfect brew and bite remains a captivating venture for locals and visitors alike.