Love going on a cafe-hopping adventure? Or know someone who lives for it? Good news — we have compiled a list of unique cafes to visit that may be just around the corner for you.
In fact, they might just be in your neighbour’s backyard. You guessed it — this is a guide to 9 home-based cafes to check out in Singapore.
Poof Cafe
Just as its name suggests, Poof Cafe quite literally poofs in and out of existence, only announcing pop-ups occasionally.
It’s wise to keep close tabs on this cafe’s social media page, as you have to RSVP for a coveted spot via a Google Form shared there. Should the stars align and you’ve gotten your spot, be prepared for deliciously crafted drinks, cakes, and pastries.
Brew with Grace
While we have yet to have the actual Gutiokipanja bakery from Kiki’s Delivery Service in Singapore, the next best thing would probably be Studio Ghibli-inspired home-based cafe Brew with Grace.
Sprinkled with cottagecore aesthetics and cosy, Studio Ghibli-inspired furnishings, you’ll feel like you’re wrapped in a warm hug the moment you step into the cafe’s dimly lit space.
The menu is short but sweet, with three coffee options — Black (S$3), White (S$4), and Mocha (S$4.50). Or spice things up with something from the Monthly Specials, which includes Strawberry Matcha Oats (S$5.50) made with ISUZU Ceremonial Grade Matcha and Yuzu Matcha Oat (S$5.50).
Best of all, the most adorable little helper is lounging around the cafe. Aptly named Totoro, feel free to play with the owner’s cat whilst sipping on your magical brew.
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📍 Block 171B Sengkang East Drive, Singapore 542171
🕒 10am–4pm (Wed to Fri)
lazycupsg
They may be called lazycupsg, but don’t let this Punggol gem’s name fool you.
There are a couple of standard drinks on the menu like Mocha (Hot – S$4.30, Iced – S$4.80) and Vanilla Latte (Hot – S$4.30, Iced – S$4.80).
But crowd favourites you have to try include the eponymous The lazy cup (S$6). As the cafe’s signature cloud coffee, this Taiwan-inspired brew consists of double-shot espresso with milk, topped with rich, velvety sweet cream.
Is it that sweet? I guess so, judging by the online reviews raving about its creamy goodness.
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📍 323D Sumang Walk, Punggol
🕒 9am–5.30pm (Sat to Sun)
2 Sisters’ Smoothies
If I’m being frank, I might never be willing to cough up over S$30 for Erewhon’s infamously expensive and elaborate celebrity smoothies (if I try to, please stop me).
Thankfully, there’s a more wallet-friendly dupe here on our sunny island! Meet 2 Sisters’ Smoothie, which I’m already sure you’ve heard of as it’s stirred up virality online.
Grab yourself an Erewhon-inspired, icy drink from their smoothie bar, where prices range from S$5.90 to S$7.90.
Choose from their selection of smoothies, housed in various series like the Berry Series or the Acai Series. They even have something for those in their strawberry matcha era — the Strawberry Matcha Smoothie.
Then customise your order to your taste with three different bases — almond milk, coconut water, and apple juice.
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📍 5 Frankel Close, Singapore 458119
🕒 9.30am–5pm (Sat to Sun), Closed (12pm–1pm)
Whisk & Waddles
Matcha maniacs, this one’s for you. Hand-whisked to order, Whisk & Waddles’ matcha drink range might leave you with the hardest choice ever.
From fruity blends like Golden Drift (S$6.40), a mango matcha, and Arctic Wave (S$6.40), a coconut cold foam matcha, to indulgent treats like their Biscotti Blizzard (S$6.90), a Biscoff cold foam latte — Whisk & Waddles and matcha lovers will certainly be a matcha made in heaven.
Best of all, you can pair your drinks with their desserts, baked by local bakery business Our Daily Loaves. I don’t know about you, but their Chocolate Brownies (S$4 a piece), Choco Espresso Roll (S$4.20), and more all sound like a good idea.
Unfortunately, the cafe is currently undergoing a short break but rest assured, they will return soon enough.
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📍 Yio Chu Kang/Lentor area
🕒 11.30am–6.30pm (Sun)
State Of Mind Cafe
Caffeine addicts will probably tell you they need their daily coffee fix to get in the right state of mind, so what better way to do so than at State Of Mind Cafe?
This home-based cafe focuses on serving espresso and handcrafted, artisanal drinks by the window. They claim to serve affordable, quick fixes, which I can vouch for looking at their menu.
For the Classics, choose between OGs like The Yin (S$4), a double espresso or The Yang (S$4.50), the double espresso over milk of your choice.
Or get adventurous and explore Specialities which are classics with a twist. Some interesting options include the Kinako Latte (S$5), a double espresso with roasted soybean powder and Okinawa sugar over milk of your choice.
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📍 Block 935 Yishun Central 1, #02-37, Singapore 760935
🕒 9.30am–2pm (Daily)
Brewprint
If you want to talk about range, we have to look at the blueprint, or more accurately, Brewprint Coffee.
Brewprint Coffee is where it’s at for artisanal, premium coffees sourced from global growers. The Espresso Drinks line has a great variety for your choosing, including Black Forest Macchiato (S$6.90), Brown Sugar Mocha (S$6.50), and Hazelnut Latte (S$5.50).
Matcha is also on the table, with some unique brews for you to sample! These include the likes of Avo’ Matcha Latte (S$7), Salted Caramel Matcha Latte (S$6.80), and more.
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📍 Block 935 Yishun Central 1, #02-37, Singapore 760935
🕒 9.30am–2pm (Daily)
Coffee Near Me
Pet parents, rejoice as this is a home-based cafe just for you.
Coffee Near Me, which has been making waves online, is just near the Lower/Upper Peirce Reservoir. That means this is the perfect spot for a coffee break after any leisurely hike.
The menu is as straightforward as it gets, serving both Coffee and Non-Coffee options. From the Coffee selection, grab yourself a Spanish Latte (S$5/S$5.50) or a Cappuccino (S$4.50), just to name a few.
And as for the Non-Coffee options, Hot/Iced Chocolate (S$5/S$5.50) and Hojicha Latte (S$5/S$5/50), among other options, are available.
Coffee Near Me didn’t forget about the furry friends either. Feed your dogs with their favourite treat, a pup cup, the next time you swing by with your companions.
Make sure to get your hands on the bakes too. The menu switches up every week, with pre-orders required if you wish to savour these treats. Hence, I’d advise keeping an eye on their socials for the latest lineup and to place your order in advance.
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📍 20 Casuarina Walk
🕒 9–3.30pm (Daily)
Coffee By The Porch
What’s better than one pet-friendly home-based cafe? Two of them!
If you’ve been looking to hop onto the strawberry matcha wave, Coffee By The Porch is the place to be.
Beyond their Strawberry Matcha (S$6.50), they also have both your standard and unique drinks for your sampling.
These include Dirty Matcha (S$6), Einspänner Matcha (S$6.50), Einspänner Coffee (S$6), and more.
Don’t leave your drinks go solo. Instead, pair them with some of their homemade bakes like their Chicken Ham Focaccia (S$8.50) (I’m still dreaming about this to this day) or their Banana Cake (S$5).
They even have their one and only Cookie Butter Acai (S$7), a delicious mix of acai, bananas, honey nut granola, Biscoff crumbs, and cookie butter.
Coffee By The Porch is currently on break, but has announced upcoming pop-ups happening in May 2025. Follow their socials to ensure you get a spot when the sign-ups are open.
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📍 8 Jalan Jarak
🕒 9.30am–4.30pm
🗓️ 4 May 2025, 12 May 2025, 31 May 2025
Which of these 9 home-based cafes will you be visiting first?
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