This Retro-Themed Cafe Has $9.90+ Mains And Vintage Toys In Telok Blangah

Old Habits Cafe has affordable pasta in Telok Blangah

If you find yourself reminiscing about the good ol’ days, perhaps it’s time you take a trip down memory lane. Run by a husband and wife team, Old Habits Cafe is a cosy eatery at SAFRA Mount Faber that’ll whisk you back in time with their retro toys display.

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The cafe screams nostalgia with their old-school trinkets, including old metal signs, a rotary phone, and a gramophone. Vintage toy collectors will also be impressed with their collection of antique toys and metal tin-based robots with the likes of Ultraman, 1963 Gigantor, and even Astro Boy.

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There’s also a display case filled with old game consoles and childhood games such as View-Master. According to the owner, Donovan, all the toys here are part of a shared collection belonging to him and four of his friends. Interested customers can buy the toys if something catches their eye.

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Old Habits Cafe also offers a spread of affordable dishes, including $9.90+ mains such as Chuncky Beef Bolognese, Clam Vongole Spaghetti, and Chicken Breast Sandwich.

Other popular orders include the Smoked Duck Sandwich ($12.90+), comprising soya-cured duck with plum vinaigrette mix, and the Portobello Mushroom Sandwich ($13.50+)—portobello and melted cheese sandwiched between multigrain bread, served with a side of greens.

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Those looking to splurge can also try the Wagyu Beef Steak ($33.90+), which sees a 300g Wagyu fillet served with two sides of your choice. Alternatively, you can try the more affordable Wagyu Beef Rice Bowl ($18.90+), featuring flame-torched Wagyu served atop butter rice and topped with a poached egg.

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Finally, end your meal with the cafe’s signature Coconut Kueh With French Vanilla Ice Cream ($6.50+), or wash everything down with the buttery Popcorn Matcha Latte (from $5.50+).

If you’re looking for dessert places that open till late, check out these late-night dessert cafes. Else, read our list of old-school snack stalls that will transport you back to your childhood.

Address: 2 Telok Blangah Way, Mount Faber, #01-04, SAFRA, Singapore 098803
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 11am to 9pm
Tel: 8864 3343
Website
Old Habits Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.

Feature image adapted from @ieatliau, @voyagewithkim_, and @sgwalking