One of the Philippines’ most beloved café brands has finally arrived in Singapore.
Cafe Mary Grace, a household name with over 140 outlets, finally made its international debut here on 13 March 2026, and we couldn’t be more excited.
Built on a vision of being a home away from home, the brand has consistently projected a warm and inviting image. Today, we headed down to see just what the hype was about.
First Impression
Set among a row of beige shophouses, Cafe Mary Grace stood out with its pop of colour and homely aesthetic. As we stepped in, we were greeted by an immediate bustle of activity as the café was already filled with chattering diners.
The interior had a kind of timeless beauty that reminded us of an antique shophouse. Marvelling at the artfully arranged light fixtures, photo-filled walls, and intricate woodwork, we learnt more about the family behind the business and Mary Grace’s personal touches throughout the space—which made dining there feel a lot more intimate.
Signatures
Cafe Mary Grace’s Singapore menu is thoughtfully designed to showcase the best of Filipino cuisine while appealing to the Singaporean palate. Signatures include the Ensaymadas (S$5.50), a sweet, cheesy brioche, and the Cheese Roll (S$4.30), which they recommend dipping into the Hot Chocolate (S$7.50). Other menu features also include Singapore exclusives such as the Kaya Pandan Cheese Roll (S$5.30).
Personally, the Hot Chocolate stood out most as the hint of cinnamon added depth to the rich, treacly drink. Even compared to the hot chocolates I’ve had across Europe, I can confidently say this takes top spot. The fluffy and sinfully buttery breads indulged our taste buds with their sweet, salty flavour, and the made–in-house Pandan Kaya also deserves a shoutout, as it was delightfully smooth and fragrant.
Mains and Starters
Next, we ordered Cassava Chips with Onion Dip (S$12), a uniquely Philippine creation not often seen in Singapore. We also chose the Angus Beef Tapa (S$25.50) with the option of Garlic or Rosemary rice and Sunny-side or Scrambled eggs. Another must-get shared by the team is the Grilled Chicken Inasal Focaccia (S$19.5), which consists of a grilled, tangy chicken sandwich.
Each dish blew us away—the cassava chips were light and crisp, without any hint of grease that usually leaves you feeling sluggish and the Beef Tapa with garlic rice and sunny-side-up made for a perfect savoury combination. We recommend dipping the glazed beef slices into some runny yolk for the ultimate bite.
Dessert and Drinks
Finally, the crafted drink selection created and served exclusively in Singapore caters to the local palate. Although the Ube Coconut Cloud (S$10) was the founder’s pick, we went for the Earl Grey Vanilla Cloud (S$10) and a Mango Bene (S$14.5), which, fun fact, is named after Mary Grace’s dog.
While the price may seem slightly steep, the quality makes it well worth the spend. The pastry was absolutely filled with large chunks of mango and cream, with thin layers of sponge cake adding a hint of sweetness and texture. Traditionally, cakes can be overly sweet and heavy, but this was a refreshing treat after the large meal.
As we left, long lunch-queues were starting to form. The café clearly knows what it is doing. From the beautiful aesthetics to serving up absolute bangers, everything here exceeded our wildest expectations, and we can’t wait to go back.
Cafe Mary Grace
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📍52 Tras Street, #01-01, Singapore 078991
🕜10am–6pm (Tue to Sun)
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Photos by Edna Low
