This New Aesthetic Cafe Has Kaya Toast, Nasi Lemak And More In A Heritage Building

Kopi 1930 is a new Nanyang cafe in Rochor

If you’re a fan of cafes in the vein of Great Nanyang Heritage Cafe and The Hainan Story, then Kopi 1930 near Rochor MRT Station will appeal to you. Styled as a “Nanyang cafe”, Kopi 1930 promises a range of old-school local eats and drinks, including kaya toast, nasi lemak, and of course, Nanyang coffee.

You can enjoy all of those items in the cafe’s elegant interiors, which is a sort of blend between a minimalist approach and traditional coffee shop designs.

The whole cafe is housed in a colonial building, too, which gives the space a quaint vibe.

If you’re here for breakfast, Kopi 1930’s range of bread dishes will satisfy you. If you like your breakfast with some eggs, then the Soft Boiled Eggs on White Bread ($3.50+) comes highly recommended; for those into toast, the Homemade Kaya, Butter White Bread (from $2.60+) is great.

Otherwise, the signature Peanut Butter, Crushed Peanut, Butter, Homemade Kaya ($4+) is a must-try, as it combines the aforementioned ingredients into a thick, fluffy bun, making for a truly decadent treat.

Remember to pair these dishes with a good cup of coffee, such as the fragrant Kopi Butter ($2.40+) and the rich Yuan Yang ($4.50+).

If you’re looking for something heartier, Kopi 1930 has a solid selection of mains for you to order. These include the Laksa ($9.90+), Braised Pork Belly, Tau Kwa, Egg, Rice ($12.90+), and the Nasi Lemak w/ Chicken Rendang, Sambal Prawn Petai, Egg ($17.90+).

The nasi was particularly impressive, as it features a juicy and richly flavoured rending chicken leg, along with some piquant sambal prawn petai. Having a mouthful of those along with some creamy coconut rice is quite the experience.

Kopi 1930 is a dining destination worth recommending, especially if you’re fond of traditional Singaporean breakfasts or local main dishes. For a Western-inspired cafe, read our The Marmalade Pantry review. For a Hong Kong-inspired dessert cafe, on the other hand, read our Within The Walls Dessert Bar review.

Address: 28 Wilkie Road, #01-01, Singapore 228051}
Opening hours: Wed-Mon 8am to 4:30pm
Tel: 9834 1099
Website
Kopi 1930 is not a halal-certified eatery.

Photos taken by Maisie Chong.
This was a media tasting at Kopi 1930.