Who knew such an ulu neighbourhood would have so many cool cafes?
Join us as we uncover the lesser known cafes at Tampines, including halal options, so you know where to stop by for your next weekend brunch.
Where are the best cafes in Tampines?
If you’re looking for the best cafes in Tampines, they used to be secluded alleys and streets. But now, you can find most of them conveniently located at Tampines Mall, Tampines 1, Our Tampines Hub and Century Square.
Tampines cafes
1. Three’s A Crowd — halal gelato and waffles
2. Glasshouse Creamery — gorgeous ice-cream parlour in a glasshouse
3. Wunderfolks — tart speciality bakery at Tampines Mall
4. Dutch Colony Coffee Co. — the best coffee house here
5. Lola’s Cafe — famous brunch cafe
6. The Hood Cafe — new home cafe in Tampines
7. Puffs and Peaks — handcrafted bakes in small batches
8. GIG Cafe — gorgeous pink cafe
9. Kraft x Mexicana — halal Mexican food
10. Fieldnotes — nature-inspired cakes
11. Hundred Acre Creamery — Pooh-themed ice cream parlour
12. Brotherbird Croissants — famous for their croissants
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Here are more cafes near Tampines.
Best cafes in Tampines
1. Three’s A Crowd
A short four-minute walk away from Tampines West MRT, Three’s A Crowd is a halal-certified cafe renowned for its freshly-churned gelato and exotic waffle flavours.
What sets this cafe apart from the rest is its unique waffle flavour offering. We all know of the traditional crispy churro sticks, but have you ever tried a Churros Waffle ($8)? Or how about a Pandan Waffle ($9)? They even have special seasonal flavours, such as the Ondeh Waffle, so you’re always in for a delicious surprise.
Pair your waffle with a wide selection of gelato flavours. If you’re someone who always goes for the bestsellers, then give their store-signature Leegacy (dark chocolate) a shot. They sell single scoops at $4.3 for classic and $5.3 for premium. Their other popular flavours include Oolong Lychee, Pb Caramel and Roasted Pistachio.
If you prefer having a drink but don’t want to give their raved ice cream a miss, you can even customise your own milkshake with the ice cream flavour of your choice. What a way to get the best of both worlds!
Location: 802 Tampines Ave 4, #01-11, Singapore 520802
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 11am-10:30pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-11pm
Sunday: 11am-10:30pm
2. Glasshouse Creamery
A new cafe emerges in Tampines, and this time, it’s in the form of an Instagrammable glasshouse.
If the exterior of Glasshouse Creamery looks familiar, it’s because it was where Around Cafe was located before it was permanently closed at the start of 2024.
Ice cream is priced at $4.9 a scoop and $8.9 for a double. You can pair it with either a Cone ($1) or Mochi Waffle ($7.9).
Aside from ice cream, Glasshouse Creamery’s menu also comprises finger food like Chicken Karaage, Yakitori Sticks, Popcorn Chicken and Spicy Drumlets. All are priced at $9.9.
Location: 117 Tampines Street 86, The Alps Residences, Singapore 528538Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 11am-11pm
Fri-Sat: 11-2am
Sunday: 11am-11pm
3. Wunderfolks
What started out as a home-based business during the covid pandemic has quickly expanded into a full-fledged business with three outlets across Singapore. In addition to its Lot One and Junction 8 branches, Wunderfolks has recently opened its newest bakery at Tampines Mall.
It’s located on the first floor of the mall, closer to Century Square, and it’s only accessible from the outside.
Indulge in sweet tarts like Lemon Meringue ($8), Matcha ($8), and Lychee ($8). Wunderfolks’ Tampines cafe menu has also extended its offerings to croissants, cookies and tiramisu.
Location: 4 Tampines Central 5, #01-40, Singapore 529510
Opening hours: 10:30am-10pm
4. Dutch Colony Coffee Co.
With six outlets scattered islandwide, Dutch Colony Coffee Co. is no stranger in the cafe scene. Whether you’re a coffee aficionado or simply someone looking to enjoy a quality cup of joe, the cafe at Our Tampines Hub will be sure to give you a top-notch caffeine fix.
A popular halal-certified cafe, their breakfast menu includes their signature French Toast ($19), which comes with caramelised banana, mixed berries, coffee caramel, expresso butter and maple syrup atop a warm brioche toast. Sounds delicious, right? It looks really pretty too, so you can be sure to snap some pictures for your Instagram Story.
They offer a wide range of pastas and mains as well, so you have plenty of options to fill up your belly. If you just want to grab a light bite, they also have salads, sides, and desserts. Pair your food with a cup of their speciality coffee and you’ll be ready to tackle the rest of the day!
Location: 1 Tampines Walk, #01-K8, Singapore 528523
Opening hours: 8am-9pm
5. Lola’s Cafe Tampines
You’ve seen her first in Kovan, then at Holland Village. Now, this popular brunch cafe has just opened its newest, biggest, and most aesthetic cafe in Tampines Mall.
Looking for a solid spot for brunch this weekend? Look no further than the east.
Location: 4 Tampines Central 5, # 01 – 50 Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 10am-10pm
Friday: 10am-10:30pm
Saturday: 9am-10:30pm
Sunday: 9am-10pm
6. The Hood Cafe
There’s a new underrated home cafe in Tampines!
The Hood Cafe serves interesting matcha drinks, sandwiches, and cakes. The eye-catching ones include Matcha-Miss-U Latte ($8) and Cereal Milk Matcha ($7), but you might be lucky enough to try their weekly new drops.
Pair your drinks with light bites such as Foccacia, Honey Butter Toast, and even Shio Pan.
As this is a home cafe, you’re advised to pre-order in advance.
Location:
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: Closed
Sat-Sun: 10am-3pm
7. Puffs And Peaks
Puffs And Peaks serves up a delectable array of pastries that will be sure to satisfy your palate. Founded by a mother-daughter duo, this patisserie exudes warmth and love in all their bakes.
Famed for their signature brioche doughnuts, these delicate pastries feature a light and airy choux crust filled with custard fillings ranging from the classic Vanilla Bean ($4) and Chocolate ($4), to more adventurous flavours such as Taro Coconut ($4) and Sour Cream And Chives ($4.2). Another popular item is their gooey Brookie ($3.7), a half chocolate chip, half dark cocoa chip cookie that is rich and soft on the inside.
This cafe in Tampines always has special menu items every week, which they update on their Instagram account. You can pre-order their items on their website, or head down to their store to grab their everyday staples.
Location: 866A Tampines Street 83, #03-03 Tampines Central Community Complex, Singapore 521866
Opening hours:
Mon-Wed: Closed
Thursday: 10:30am-5pm
Fri-Sun: Closed
8. GIG Cafe
Love all things pink? Then GIG Cafe is a must-visit for you!
Decked in pink from the ceiling to the chairs, with beautifully polished marble-top tables and adorable large stuffed teddy bears, this pink Tampines cafe would be Barbie’s favourite hangout spot. Every corner in this cafe presents a new photo opportunity — from a paper flower feature wall to the beautiful pink leaves draping from the ceiling, this cafe looks like a scene straight out of a fairytale.
Their menu features affordable dishes, ranging from classics like Bacon Carbonara ($9.9) and Fish and Chips ($12.9) to interesting desserts like Chendol Waffle ($11.9). They even have high tea sets affordably priced at $56 for 2 people, so you can enjoy some sweet pastries and coffee while soaking in the beautiful atmosphere.
Location: Blk 419 Tampines Street 41 #01-104, Level 1, 520419
Opening hours: 10am-9pm
9. Kraft x Mexicana
This place used to be known as a a hidden cafe. But with all its popularity, I’m not sure you can call it hidden anymore.
Located beneath a HDB block, Kraft x Mexicana, formerly known as Kraft Kitchen, is a halal cafe in Tampines that cooks up Western and Mexican dishes at affordable prices.
Their Signature Gratin Mac and Cheese is a must-try. Creamy and savoury with a satisfying cheese pull, this is definitely one of their most popular dishes. Pair it with a side of your choice, ranging from Sauteed Mushrooms ($15.6) to Striploin Beef Steak ($20.8). If you prefer having rice instead, their Signature Gratin Cheese Baked Rice is also a great choice.
Their extensive menu also includes Mexican dishes such as Grilled Chicken Fajitas ($16.9) and Golden Crispy Shrimp Tacos ($14.3). If you’re going with friends and family, they also offer Tapas Sharing Platters ($138) with a wide range of items.
Location: 820 Tampines Street 81, #01-526, Singapore 520820
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
10. Fieldnotes
Fieldnotes is a popular cake shop for its nature-inspired cakes, and they’re finally opening their second outlet in the east — Tampines 1.
Just like their first dine-in cafe along Neil Road, this new Tampines branch boasts a minimalistic facade.
Instead of whole cakes, you can also get them in slices, or try their other offerings such as loaves and tarts.
Location: Tampines 1, #B1-K10, Singapore 529536
Opening hours: 10am-10pm
11. Hundred Acre Creamery
If you’re wondering why the name rings a bell, it’s because this ice-cream parlour in Tampines is inspired by Winnie The Pooh’s home!
Aside from their cosy interior, Hundred Acre Creamery is famous for their mochi waffles and
For anyone who loves Hanoi, they also serve a pretty mean Egg Coffee.
Location: Block 824 Tampines Street 81, #01-24, Singapore 520824
Opening hours: 12-11pm
12. Brotherbird Bakehouse
If you’ve missed this famous croissant cafe, they’re finally opening their first outlet in the east, conveniently located in Tampines 1.
Explore 15 different flavours of croissants, including interesting options like Churros, Mentaiko Prawn, and Honey Sea Salt. The line up changes every month, with the full details available on their website and social media.
Location: 10 Tampines Central 1, #01-38 Tampines One, Singapore 529536
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
13. Rocky Masters Singapore (Closed)
For whatever reason, if you decide not to eat at IKEA, Rocky Masters Singapore is the nearest cafe from IKEA Tampines.
Rocky Masters is one of the most underrated cafes in Singapore. Established in 1999, their menu comprises of a wide mix of Asian, Fusion, and Western dishes. The crowds’ favourite include Laksa Supreme ($13.8), Chicken & Mushroom Quesadilla ($16.2), and, Rocky Master Signature Breakfast ($17.5).
They are halal-certified.
Location: 9 Tampines Ave 5, #01-11 Tampines Grande, Singapore 528735
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30am–8pm
Sat-Sun: 8:30am–8pm
14. Roman-Kan by Fruit Paradise (Closed)
Fruit Paradise, a fruit tart and cakes speciality cafe, has been around for at least a decade, and they’re opening a brand new concept.
Located at Tampines 1, Roman-Kan by Fruit Paradise will also offer a selection of hotplates on top of their desserts.
Location: Tampines 1, #02-K6/16, Singapore 529536
Opening hours: 10am-10pm
Cafes near Tampines
If you can’t find any suitable cafes in this area, hop over to the nearby neighbourhoods. We have compiled various guides of the best cafes near Tampines:
- Bedok cafes (3 MRT stops away)
- Paya Lebar cafes (6 MRT stops away)
- Bugis cafes (10 MRT stops away)
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