We’ve introduced sedap hawker food in Tampines, so it’s only right to bring attention to Tampines cafes too. Tampines may not come to mind when the word ‘cafe’ is mentioned, but there are food gems hidden throughout the neighbourhood. With most of them offering cafe fare at affordable prices, you now know where to bring your hipster mates to the next time you guys are in the area! With that said, here are the 15 best Tampines cafes you should definitely visit!
If you’re looking for pandan waffles and Asian-inspired ice cream flavours, look no further than Hundred Acre Creamery. If the name rings a bell, that’s because the cafe draws inspiration from Winnie The Pooh’s home, Hundred Acre Wood, which is reflected in its cosy ambience and decor. We highly recommend getting their chewy Coconut Pandan Mochi Waffle ($7) and pairing it with a scoop of Chrysanthemum Honey ($5.50) ice cream. For something more refreshing, order the Coconut Sorbet ($4.50) instead.
Read our Hundred Acre Creamery review.
Address: Block 824 Tampines Street 81, #01-24, Singapore 520824
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 11pm
Tel: 9764 9107
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Hundred Acre Creamery is not a halal-certified eatery.
If glasshouse cafes are your jam, swing by Glasshouse Creamery, located in the compounds of a Tampines condominium complex. The cafe opens till 2am on the weekends making them a popular supper spot for Easties. A must-try is their Duo Set ($15.90), starring a satisfyingly thicc mochi waffle topped with two ice cream flavours of your choice. Flavours range from crowd favourites such as Mint Choco Chip and Pistachio, to Asian-inspired ones including Oolong Osmanthus and Sencha.
Read our Glasshouse Creamery feature.
Address: 117 Tampines Street 86, #01-51, The Alps Residences, Singapore 528538
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 11pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 2am
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Glasshouse Creamery is not a halal-certified eatery.
The Muslim-owned Craze Kitchen offers affordable Western food served in huge portions. The popular cafe accepts CDC Vouchers, too!
Choose from a range of proteins to pair with your pasta, with combinations including Aglio Olio with Grilled Chicken ($11+) and Cream Carbonara with Salmon ($16+). Otherwise, their hearty burgers will fill you up if you’re feeling extra peckish. Order the Classic Wagyu Burger ($18+), where a Wagyu patty is paired with torched cheese and fresh veggies, sandwiched between two brioche buns, or the signature Craze Firebird ($14.50+): double-fried chicken with harissa chilli.
Read our Craze Kitchen review.
Address: 201D Tampines Street 21, #01-1171, Singapore 524201
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6970 0287
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Craze Kitchen is a halal-certified eatery.
Nanyang Dao is a popular Malaysian cafe chain that has opened at Century Square. You’ll find all the Nanyang classics here, including the Seleyang Big Bowl Curry Mee ($9.90++), where a huge bowl of yellow noodles is topped with beancurd skin, boiled egg, fried pork belly, prawns and more, then doused with a rich and hearty curry gravy. For dessert, you won’t go wrong with a refreshing bowl of Chendol ($3.50++), loaded with coconut milk, gula melaka, red beans, and pandan jelly, or a buttery Puff Pastry Egg Tart ($2.60++).
Check out our Nanyang Dao coverage.
Address: 2 Tampines Central 5, #B1-18, Century Square, Singapore 529509
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am to 9:30pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 1pm
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Nanyang Dao is not a halal-certified eatery.
Taiwanese cafe Abundance is another popular gem in Century Square. You’ll find a wide range of Taiwanese-inspired eats, from loaded buns to fried rice and noodles.
Their Gua Bao ($7.90++) is a must-try, starring a steamed bun with a thick braised pork belly slice, topped with ground peanuts, pickles, and coriander. Then, move on to the mains: the Century Egg Noodles ($13.90++) stars thick-cut noodles topped with stir-fried minced pork and a century egg sauce. Those who prefer rice can opt for the Niu Yolk Fried Rice ($19++) instead, where short-grain fried rice is served with 24-hour slow-cooked beef short ribs and an onsen egg.
Check out our Abundance Tampines coverage.
Address: 2 Tampines Central 5, #01-35, Century Square, Singapore 529509
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
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Abundance is not a halal-certified eatery.
While Bae.gal is more of a grab-and-go kiosk than a cafe, they still deserve a spot on this list due to their affordable and chewy bagels. Located at Century Square, they’re opened by the same folks behind Swee Heng, and are most known for their Garlic Cream Cheese Bagel ($3.60) and the unique Taiwan Yam & Purple Sweet Potato Bagel ($3.60), comprising sweet potato paste and yam chunks. For something more filling, consider the Chicken Cutlet with Egg & Cheese Bagel ($4.80): lettuce, chicken cutlet, egg, cheese, tomatoes, and a creamy sweet sauce.
Shio pan fans can try their Sea Salt Roll ($2.50) or Taiwan Taro ($2.50) shio pan, which comes with sweet orh nee paste in the middle.
Read our Bae.gal coverage!
Address: 2 Tampines Central 5, #01-032A, Century Square, Singapore 529509
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 9:30pm
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Bae.gal is a halal-certified eatery.
Three’s A Crowd is another neighbourhood ice cream cafe that accepts CDC Vouchers. Pair the ice cream parlour’s Single Scoop Ice Cream (from $4.50) with their Maple Waffle ($6), Churros Waffle ($8), or Fudgey Brownie ($4.50). Popular ice cream flavours include Roasted Pistachio, Double Chocolate, and Ondeh Ondeh. Apart from piping-hot waffles and sweet ice cream, Three’s A Crowd also has two savoury options: Beef Lasagna ($11.90) and Chicken Lasagna ($11.90).
Read our Three’s A Crowd review.
Address: Block 802 Tampines Avenue 4, #01-11, Singapore 520802
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11:30am to 10:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 11pm
Tel: 6702 0700
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Three’s A Crowd is a halal-certified eatery.
Bingsu lovers, look no further than Cafe Bom Bom to get your Korean dessert cravings satisfied. A crowd favourite is the K-Ogok Bingsu ($7.80) with injeolmi, AKA Korean rice cake, and the Melon Bingsu ($8.80) that’s refreshing and fruity. Try their range of unique Korean-style coffees too, including Sea Salt Blanc ($7.50), a mint-infused iced coffee with a touch of sea salt. If you’re still feeling peckish, get some of their XL-sized macarons (price TBD) to share, with popular flavours being Oreo and Cheese.
Address: Tampines Central 1, #04-14, Singapore 529536
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 8345 6212
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Cafe Bom Bom is not a halal-certified eatery.
For wallet-friendly Western fusion mains, head over to The Tree Cafe, located at Century Square. Most dishes here are priced under $15+, ranging from pastas and brunch fare to rice bowls. If you enjoy your food piping hot, try their Mac & Cheese ($10.90+) or Oven Baked Pasta ($10.90+), which are both baked to order. The former features macaroni cooked in a creamy mozzarella cheese sauce alongside tender chicken chunks and mushrooms. You can also try their Sous Vide Duck Confit at a well-priced $16.90! This gets you a bone-in duck leg served with creamy mashed potatoes, green salad, and savoury gravy on the side.
Address: 2 Tampines Central 5, #03-34, Singapore 529509
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 10pm
Tel: 8819 0537
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The Tree Cafe is a halal-certified eatery.
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Delato is an under-HDB dessert joint specialises in small-batch gelato offerings. The menu offers 12 gelato flavours daily, each with its own unique twist. We’ve heard good things about the Maple Walnut Pie, Mango Basil, and Kopi Toast flavours, priced from $4.20 per scoop. You can also pair your gelato with Delato’s Original Waffles ($6), Sweet Potato Waffle ($6), or Matcha Mochi Waffle ($7) for something more substantial. Alternatively, try their Praffle ($3.50), where prata dough is baked on a waffle iron till crispy and flaky.
Read our Delato coverage.
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Delato is not a halal-certified eatery.
If you’re an Eastie who’s a fan of Legendary Hong Kong—or other HK cafes—you’ll be glad to know that they’ve got an outlet located at Tampines Mall.
You’ll find classic dim sum staples on the menu, ranging from Mini Egg Tarts ($5.50++) to Steamed Shrimp Dumplings ($7.50++) and Steamed Pork Dumplings ($6.80++). Those who love a good plate of HK-style fried carrot should order a plate of Sauteed Turnip Cake with XO Sauce ($8.80++) too. This dish features turnip cake cubes that are steamed then fried with eggs and umami-packed XO sauce.
Read our Legendary Hong Kong Tampines coverage.
Address: 4 Tampines Central 5, #B1-11, Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 10pm
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Legendary Hong Kong is not a halal-certified eatery.
A list of the best Tampines cafes is incomplete without a mention of Puffs And Peaks. The popular bakery-cafe currently has two stores in Tampines, including a dine-in cafe at Tampines Changkat CC. Good news: both outlets accept CDC Vouchers!
Their Brookie ($4), a half-chocolate chip, half-brownie cookie made with Valrhona dark chocolate chunks, is a must-try, as with the Pandan Coconut Egg Tart ($5.50): custardy egg filling infused with pandan extract, held by house-made puff pastry. There are savoury items too, including Mushroom Caramelised Onion Quiche ($6.50) and Gochujang Chicken Mayo Sandwich ($9.50).
Read our Puffs And Peaks review.
Address: 13 Tampines St. 11, #01-03 Tampines Changkat Community Club, Singapore 529453
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 9am to 7:30pm
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Puff And Peaks is not a halal-certified eatery.
ICYMI: Popular brunch spot Lola’s Cafe has an outlet at Tampines Mall, where you’ll find some of the brand’s classics, as well as outlet-exclusives.
The Lamb Shakshuka ($18++) is not to be missed at this Tampines cafe. This stew combines tender lamb chunks, tangy tomato sauce, and poached eggs in one dish, served with sourdough bread on the side for dipping. Other brunch favourites include Pulled Pork Eggs Benedict ($17++) and Grilled Cheese Sandwich ($17++), loaded with five types of cheese. If you’re visiting for dinner, try their Duck Leg Confit ($28++) or Squid Ink Paella ($22++)!
Read our Lola’s Cafe Tampines feature.
Address: 4 Tampines Central 5, # 01-50, Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 10pm
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Lola’s Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
New Deli Bakery is an under-the-radar takeaway-only bakery located near Tampines East MRT Station. Located under an HDB block, the homegrown bakery offers freshly baked croissants and pastries, alongside a small coffee menu. It’s also run by a baker who used to work at Tiong Bahru Bakery!
You won’t go wrong with their French Butter Croissant ($4.50), which is perfectly flaky and buttery. Alternatively, get the Vanilla Kouign-amann ($5), made with French butter and vanilla bean pods from Papua New Guinea. Those who don’t have a sweet tooth can consider their savoury Tomato, Pesto & Cheddar Croissant ($6) and Rosemary, Garlic & Smoked Cheese Spiral ($5.20).
Read our New Deli Bakery coverage.
Address: 462 Tampines Street 44, #01-66, Singapore 520462
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 8:30am to 5pm
Tel: 8022 3696
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New Deli Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
If you reside in the Tampines North estate, you’d have come across Betsubara Creamery & Cafe at Tampines GreenVerge. We recommend their Signature Hokkaido Butter Waffles ($7.90), said to be thick and buttery, with a slightly crisp exterior and fluffy middle. They also have Butter Croffles ($9.90), which come in a set of two. You can add a single scoop of ice cream ($4.80) or double ($8.50) if you’re feeling indulgent. Don’t miss out on their Sea Salt Hokkaido Milk ($4.80) soft serve, too; it’s creamy and milky with a tinge of sea salt.
Read our Betsubara Creamery & Cafe feature.
Address: 625B Tampines Street 61, #01-01, Singapore 522625
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 10pm, Fri-Sat 12pm to 11am
Tel: 8222 0140
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Betsubara Creamery & Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
While Tampines is all the way on the far end of Singapore, there are plenty of malls and hidden gems to discover, as shown with these Tampines cafes! Our Tampines Hub alone has a ton of good spots to eat.
If you’re in the area, check out our guide to the best home cafes in Tampines! We also have our Tampines 1 food guide for more food recommendations in the Tampines Central mall.