Korea’s cafe scene is in a league of its own, brimming with hip cafes that range from minimalist to quirky. They’re always coming up with new food trends too, such as croffles and Dalgona coffee. Here are 12 Korean cafes in Singapore to transport you to Seongsudong, one of the best areas for cafe-hopping in Seoul.
Formerly known as Urban Table, Infusion Roastery Cafe sees industrial-chic, well-lit interiors, transporting us right to a cafe in Sinsadong in Korea. Plus, the owner grew up in Gangnam, so you know the vibes here are legit.
The coffee here is a must-try, as this cafe has a micro-roastery where they roast their own beans. Purists can opt for the Filter Coffee ($7.50), while casual coffee drinkers can consider the Cafe Latte ($7.10). To pair with your coffee, savoury mains such as Bacon Omelette Croissant ($16.90) and Bulgogi Beef Burger ($19.90) are great choices.
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Address: 10A-E, Yio Chu Kang Road, ICB SHOPPING CENTER, Singapore 545524
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 8pm
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Infusion Roastery Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
The autumn canopy at Cafe Kreams looks right out of a K-drama scene, making for IG-worthy material as you chill over coffee and desserts.
If you were hooked on Dalgona coffee during the circuit breaker, get the Dalgona Iced Latte ($10++), topped with caramel honeycomb candy. Fair warning, this can be too sweet for some. To complement the drink, there’s an array of tiramisu available, including flavours such as Pistachio Matcha-Misu ($13++) and Fruit-Misu ($14.50++): fresh fruits layered with coffee-soaked sponge fingers and mascarpone.
Check out our Cafe Kreams review.
Address: 32 Maxwell Road, #01-07, Maxwell Chambers, Singapore 069115
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 9am to 11:30pm, Sun 12pm to 11:30pm
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Cafe Kreams is not a halal-certified eatery.
Fans of Dal.Komm Coffee will be happy to know that the popular Korean chain, which starred in numerous K-dramas, has opened a new concept in Bugis, Dal.Komm Playground. Expect a wide range of dishes and drinks on the menu, from sharing-worthy sides such as Seafood Pancake ($23.90++) to their Signature Seafood Kimchi Ramyun Soup ($39.90++), which feeds three to four diners. Those who like to drink can also try their Strawberry Makgeolli Bingsu ($38++), a DIY dessert that gets you a 1.2-litre bottle of rice wine, served alongside bingsu and berries.
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Address: 128 Beach Road, #01-08, Guoco Midtown, Singapore 189773
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Dal.Komm Playground is not a halal-certified eatery.
ICYMI: Compose Coffee has opened at Suntec! The famouscoffee brand, which landed on our shores in September 2023, has over 2,000 outlets across South Korea, so you know they’re legit. Order the Busan Sea Salted Cream Latte ($6.10), a sweet-salty latte with a beautiful blue layer at the bottom. Other popular picks include Dalgona Coffee ($6.50) and Pandan Coconut Latte ($6.10)! To pair with your cup of joe, the cafe offers a small selection of Croffles, available in Plain ($2.90), Cinnamon ($3.40), Salted Caramel ($4.20), and Cheddar Cheese ($4.50) flavours.
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Address: Temasek Boulevard, #01-623, Tower 3, Suntec City, Singapore 038983
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 8am to 8pm, Fri 8am to 9pm, Sat 10am to 9pm, Sun 9am to 8pm
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Compose Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.
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When we think of Korean desserts, bingsu often comes to mind. Ice Lab is one such dessert cafe serving up a variety of bingsu, alongside milkshakes, coffee, and other beverages.
Here, you can expect classic bingsu flavours such as Injeolmi and Matcha, alongside trendy options such as Taro and Tutti Fruitti, which comes with Fruity Pebbles on top. Prices start at $9 and $15 for a single and large serving respectively.
Address: 164 Rochor Road, Bugis Village, Singapore 188439
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 11pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 12:30am
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Ice Lab is not a halal-certified eatery.
Walking On Sunshine is a salon and cafe, dressed in gorgeous florals and botanical decor. Here, you can expect a slew of brunch fare and Korean-fusion dishes.
Their Kimchi Pizza ($19++) comes highly recommended, with bacon as the protein element, further drizzled with spicy mayo and sour cream. Meanwhile, if you want to go down the classic brunch route, opt for the Sunshine Breakfast ($23++), loaded with the full works, or the Eggs Benedict With Chicken Ham ($18++), dressed in tangy hollandaise sauce.
Read our Walking On Sunshine review.
Address: 181 Orchard Road, #03-07, Orchard Central Singapore 238896
Opening hours: Sun-Fri 10am to 8pm, Sat 10:30am to 8pm
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Walking On Sunshine is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Hidden away in Sultan Plaza is The Pound, an unassuming cafe run by Korean sisters. They’re known for their roll cakes, which are made in-house, and said to be fluffy and cloud-like.
Tea lovers can opt for the Matcha Roll Cake ($5.50) available, made with matcha cream and a matcha white chocolate glaze. Meanwhile, if you prefer fruitier desserts, consider the Strawberry Swiss Roll ($5.50), which features fresh strawberries and light cream in the centre. Else, get their Apple Crumble ($6) or Lemon Cake ($3.50).
Address: 100 Jalan Sultan, #01-17B, Singapore 199001
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat 11:30am to 3pm
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The Pound is not a halal-certified eatery.
Right in the hubbub of the CBD is a minimalist cafe called Snap Cafe, which opened in July 2023. Though small in size, the cosy ambience is one that many can appreciate for a quick coffee break or catch-up meeting.
Their selection of Korean-inspired bakes changes up from time to time, but some constant favourites include Black Sesame Cheesecake Crumble ($6++), and Sweet Potato Pound Cake ($5++). For fans of black sesame, we recommend the former—the cheesy flavour is mild compared to the nuttiness of the black sesame! Else, get their Sourdough Toasties, which come in flavours such as Hot Honey Prawn ($12++), Spicy Chix & Egg ($12++), and Triple Cheese ($9++).
Read our Snap Cafe review.
Address: 21 McCallum Street, #01-01/02, The Clift, Singapore 069047
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 5pm
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Snap Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
A new addition to Design Orchard is NOWAFTER Cafe, a monochrome-themed cafe known for their charcoal bun and black sesame einspanner, a layered drink topped with cream.
Among several Korean-inspired bakes, give their Charkey Bun ($12) a try. This bake takes inspiration from the popular Korean artisanal dessert brand NUDAKE’s Peak Cake. In terms of flavour, the charcoal bun is filled with mozzarella, garlic herb butter, and truffle sour cream. Complete your dessert experience with their Black Sesame Einspanner ($9) or caffeine-free Dark Cocoa Vanilla Latte ($7/$8).
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Address: 250 Orchard Road, Design Orchard, #03-01, Singapore 238905
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 6pm
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NOWAFTER Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
Cafe Margaret, which originates in Hongdae, Seoul, opened their first outlet abroad here in Singapore last July. The cafe isn’t only known for their cube croissants, but also for their cottage-core interior that momentarily takes you to Korea.
It’s a must to try their signature CubePie, which comes in a variety of flavours: Lotus ($7.80), Nutella ($7.80), Real Vanilla ($7.80), and Castella ($7.80). Each cube croissant boasts 72 layers of pastry brimming with cream filling within. To go with your desserts, we recommend getting their Vanilla Latte ($8.20), Matcha Latte ($7.50) or Grapefruit Ade ($7.80).
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Address: 32 Bali Lane, Singapore 189868
Opening hours: Fri-Wed 10am to 7pm
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Cafe Margaret is not a halal-certified eatery.
Helmed by the same team behind Market Blue is B For Bagel, a bagel brand from Seoul. You get a good range of freshly baked bagels from $3+ here, as well as a variety of spreads to choose from.
The bestselling Bacon Cheese Omelette ($15.90+) features a winning combination of bacon, egg, cheddar cheese, maple syrup, and dill yoghurt sauce. Alternatively, you can opt for Smoked Salmon ($16.90+), which is packed with pickled egg, capers, red onion, cream cheese, dill, spring onion, and smoked salmon. For something simple, pair their Plain ($3.90+) or Sesame ($3.90+) bagel with Truffle Butter ($5+), Bacon Maple Butter ($4.30+), or Flavoured Cream Cheese ($4.30+).
Read our B For Bagel review.
Address: 163 Tanglin Road, #B1-125,126, Singapore 247933
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 4:30pm
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B For Bagel is not a halal-certified eatery.
Routine Korean Fusion Cafe & Bar doubles as a cafe by the day, and a bar at night. Even better, it opens until 12am every day, and you can get there by foot in just four minutes from Tanjong Pagar MRT Station.
The cherry blossom-themed cafe offers both beautiful aesthetics and good food. We encourage you to get the Routine’s Injeolmi Bingsu ($22++), which presents a tower of shaved ice topped with roasted soybean powder, sweet red bean paste, and chewy rice cakes. For something more substantial to share with your friends, try their Garlic Butter Octopus ($22++) or Kimchi Pancake ($18++)!
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Address: 60 Duxton Road, Singapore 089524
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am to 12am, Sun 12pm to 12am
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Routine Korean Fusion Cafe & Bar is not a halal-certified eatery.
We have curated a list of 12 best Korean cafes in Singapore to transport you to Seoul, whether you’re looking to try out the latest food trend, or simply to quell your travel withdrawals.
For more Korean food, find out more about Joo Bar in Bugis for a variety of makgeolli flavours, and kimchi mac and cheese. Otherwise, read our guide to cheap Korean food with mains under $15 in Singapore.
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