Joo Chiat has become a popular district for tourists to explore, thanks in part to its colourful Peranakan shophouses and the wall murals along Koon Seng Road. The area also attracts locals with its high concentration of eateries, speciality coffee spots, and artisan bakeries, offering everything from local coffee and gelato to classic bakes and international fusion brunch dishes. Whether you are looking for breakfast as early as 7.30am or a light bite in the late evening, you will find plenty of great cafรฉs in Joo Chiat for good food and drinks.
This is The Ordinary Patrons (TOP) guide to notable cafes currently operating along the Joo Chiat stretch. The list begins at the Geylang end of Joo Chiat Road and continues towards East Coast Road.
ๅ้ฃ็ๅ Ecstatic Desserts
Situated on the second floor of a traditional shophouse, this hidden dessert spot offers modern twists on classic treats. Regular patrons visit for their signature sweet soups and fruit-filled mochi.
ๅ้ฃ็ๅ Ecstatic Desserts
131 Joo Chiat Road, #02-01, Singapore 427416
Wed โ Mon: 12.30pm โ 9pm
Closed on Tue
instagram.com/ecstaticdesserts
Cata Coffee
Cata Coffee’s focus is on handcrafted coffee rather than a broad food menu. It offers pour-over filters and single-origin espressos to enthusiasts. Read more.
The cafe is located along Joo Chiat Place, a side road branching off Joo Chiat Road
Cata Coffee
59 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427783
Wed โ Sun: 8am โ 4pm
Closed on Mon & Tue
Creme & Cone
This gelato parlour offers an array of ice cream flavours and freshly baked Belgian waffle. Artisanal cookies and patries are also available.
Creme & Cone
149 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427427
Sun โ Thu: 12pm โ 9.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm โ 10.30pm
Common Man Coffee Roasters
Common Man Coffee Roasters is one of the better known coffee brands in Singapore. CMCR Joo Chiat includes a dedicated filter coffee bar. The menu focuses on all day breakfast items. Additionally, the venue transitions into a dinner spot on select evenings. Read more.
Common Man Coffee Roasters
185 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427456
Monday: 7:30 am โ 5:00 pm
Tuesday – Sunday: 7.30am – 9:30 pm
Bastille Bakery Cafe
This bakery brings classic French pastry to the neighbourhood. Bastille Bakery prepares a fresh daily rotation of laminated pastries, tarts and filled croissants.
Bastille Bakery Cafe
231 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427490
8.30 am โ 4.30 pm
Cafe Wabi Sabi
Cafe Wabi Sabi is a Japanese-inspired cafe with a varied selection of Japanese comfort food and premium matcha beverages. Read more.
Cafe Wabi Sabi
83 Joo Chiat Road, #01-00, Singapore 427537
Mon-Thu: 9:30am – 9pm
Fri-Sun & PH: 8:30am – 9pm
instagram.com/cafe_wabisabi_jc
Olsen Bakehouse
This family-run bakery caters to people who love baked goods but may have dietary restrictions due to heath reasons or lifestyle choices. The cakes are siu dai (less sweet). There are also sugar free cakes. Salt free bakes, products made with whole food ingredients, vegan-friendly and even baby-friendly items are available. Read more.
Olsen Bakehouse
301 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427552
Tue โ Sun: 9 am โ 4 pm
Closed on Mon
Hello Arigato
This cozy space blends Japanese comfort food with modern cafe culture. Hello Arigato is known for its thick-cut katsu sandos and house-made milk bread.
Hello Arigato
314 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427565
Tue โ Fri: 11 am โ 4 pm, 5.30 pm โ 9 pm;
Sat & Sun: 10 am โ 4 pm, 5.30 pm โ 9 pm
Closed on Mon
Kings Cart Coffee Factory
This business functions as a coffee bar by day and transitions into an oyster bar later on. The highlights of the cafe menu are unique coffee cocktails and dessert pairings. Bakes, pastas, and brunch dishes are also available. Read more.
Kings Cart Coffee Factory
328 Joo Chiat Road, #01-05, Singapore 427585
9am โ 5pm
Big Shot
Big Short Coffee is a creative coffee bar best known for its interesting, cocktail-inspired coffee drinks and seasonal menu changes. It is a very popular stop for coffee lovers looking for something more inventive than a standard cafe brew, though it still offers the classic espresso.
The coffee bar occupies a corner unit in the mixed development known as Sycamore Tree, which sit at the junction of Fowlie Road and Joo Chiat Road,
Big Shot
2 Fowlie Road #01-01, Singapore 428505
8am โ 5pm
Yuan Coffee
This shop bridges the gap between traditional local coffee houses and modern cafes. Patrons can order classic Nanyang kopi alongside espresso options as well as pastries and local toast sets.
Yuan Coffee
405 Joo Chiat Rd, #01-101
Joo Chiat Community Club, Singapore 427633
7.30am โ 4.30pm
Little Farms Bistro
Little Farms, the neighbourhood grocery store, operates a bar and bistro in its Joo Chiat outlet. The ingredients of dishes on the menu of Little Farms Katong Bistro are items that can be found in the supermarket. Matcha, latte, chocolate and various hot and cold beverages are available.Read more.
Little Farms Bistro
451 Joo Chiat Road #01-01 Katong Point
Singapore 427664
7.30am – 9.30pm
Two Men Bagels House
Two Men Bagel House is a popular spot known for its hearty bagel sandwiches, with fresh fillings and quality coffee to match. Its casual setting makes it a good choice for a relaxed brunch or just a cup of coffee during off peak hours.
Two Men Bagels House
465 Joo Chiat Rd
Singapore 427677
8am – 3.30pm
Humble Origins Coffee Roasters
This brand emphasises ethical bean sourcing from smallholder farms across the globe.The balanced espresso blends and clean filter selections make Humble Origins Coffee Roasters popular with coffee enthusiasts.
Humble Origins Coffee Roasters
475 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427682
8.30am โ 5.30pm
Closed on Tue
Nimbus
Nimbus is a cosy cafe with a stylish interior and hearty all-day menu.
Nimbus
477 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427683
8am – 6pm
Prairie By Craftsmen Cafe
Craftsmen Cafe’s sub-brand in Joo Chiat offers an airy, garden-themed dining space. The menu features western brunch items, pasta creations, and house-roasted coffee. Acai bowls, sandos and donburis are also available.
Prairie By Craftsmen Cafe
462 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427674
8 am โ 9 pm
Awfully Chocolate Bakery & Cafe
This flagship outlet of Awfully Chocolate operates as a full-service cafe. The menu includes chocolate cakes and pastries, brunch dishes, lunch sets, and dinner options such as soups, steak, and pasta, along with signature chocolate drinks and other beverages. Read more.
It sits at the junction of Joo Chiat Road and East Coast Road.
Awfully Chocolate Bakery & Cafe
131 East Coast Road, Singapore 428816
Mon โ Thu: 11am โ 10pm,
Fri: 11am โ 11pm,
Sat: 10am โ 11pm
Sun: 10am โ 10pm
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