14 most unique and chill cafes in West Singapore
PHOTO: Suzuki Cafe and Roastery
PUBLISHED ONAugust 31, 2020 7:33 AMByYou Jing
Over the recent years, West Singapore cafes have been serving up unique tantalising menus.
If you’re looking for more cafes to explore, here are 14 unique and chill cafes that will make the journey to the West (even for east-siders) so worthwhile!
1. FlagWhite
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Known for their aromatic cuppas and friendly atmosphere, FlagWhite delivers the complete brunch experience.
One of their highly-raved dishes is their Chicken Parmigiana. It comprises tender breaded chicken, topped with tomato concasse and cheese.
If you want to customise your own plate, opt for their ‘Flag Your Brunch’ option to spice it up. To top it all off, there’s no additional GST or service charge!
- Location: 106 Jln Jurong Kechil, Singapore 598604
- Opening Hours: Weekdays except Tues 9am-9pm, Weekends 10am-9pm
2. Smoocht x Bold
Vegan pizzeria, vegan ice cream, and everything nice! This is what comes into mind when you look at Smoocht x Bold’s offerings.
Though extremely under the radar, this cafe dishes out impressive food that completely destroys the notion that vegan food is subpar.
Opt for their Truffle Porcini Funghi Pizza tossed with fresh tomatoes and signature Nut Cheese.
Additionally, their cake selections are impressive too! Get their Blueberry ‘Cheese’cake slice lotus biscoff base, topped with fresh blueberries, and housemade vegan cheese.
- Location: 3 19 Jurong East Street 31 #01-58, Singapore 600319
- Opening Hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-9.30pm
- Website
3. Lee’s Confectionary
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Lee’s Confectionary is a minimalistic patisserie with a simple, aesthetic interior. Behind these exquisite pastries with stunning visuals is an award-winning chef from Paris.
Here, you’ll find creations made painstakingly, with special attention paid to each individual pastry.
Expect innovative items like Jiāo, a light banana sponge cake with madagascan vanilla ganache. Matcha lovers, do opt for Dale! It’s a matcha sponge cake, with matcha yuzu ganache to add a zesty surprise.
- Location: 343 Jurong East Street 31, #01-59, Singapore 600343
- Opening Hours: Sun-Thurs except Wed 12pm-6pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-10pm
4. Poppy Pops
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Beat the scorching hot heat in West Singapore with some decadent ice cream at Poppy Pops cafe. Old school flavours include Tutu Kueh and Kopi Peng, both interesting and unique spins of traditional Singaporean items.
Explore other flavours like Kinder Bueno, which is packed with yummy chocolate goodness! If you’re too lazy to step out of the house, opt for contactless deliveries right to your doorstep!
- Location: 50 Jurong Gateway Rd, #06-03 Jem, Singapore 608549
- Opening Hours: Daily 11am-10pm
- Website | Facebook
5. Suzuki Cafe and Roastery
As Singapore’s oldest coffee roastery, Suzuki Cafe is all about serving quality gourmet coffee. Started by a Japanese coffee master, this cafe seeks to redefine the coffee drinking experience with exquisite single origin coffee beans.
You’d be surprised that despite all that, their cuppas are wallet-friendly, a rare find among cafes in West Singapore.
- Location: 8 Chin Bee Ave, Singapore 619932
- Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
- Website
6. The Clef Cafe
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Located in Nanyang Community Club, The Clef Cafe offers vegetarian and vegan friendly options. Dig into their creamy earthy Mushroom Soup for a hearty and tummy-warming experience.
Their Fried Mushroom Skewers are signature must-tries because they create an explosion of flavours. Each visit here brings new surprises, because they are always serving special seasonal menus!
- Location: 60 Jurong West Street 91, #01-09, Singapore 649040
- Opening Hours: Daily except Mondays, 11am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-8.30pm
7. Steven’s
Steven’s is another severely underrated cafe that cafe-hoppers must not miss out in West Singapore. This is a quaint little cafe serving a wide variety of food items, but the best item is their Creamy Spaghetti Shrimps & Mushrooms.
Here, they also serve quintessential local breakfast items like kaya toasts and kopi. An item done surprisingly well is actually their crispy waffles drizzled in sweet sauce. Each bite will leave you wanting for more!
- Location: 60 Jurong West Street 91, #01-04 Nanyang Community Club, Singapore 649040
- Opening Hours: Weekdays except Mon 12pm-9pm, Weekends 10am-9pm
8. Cafe Sunset Railway
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Located in a chill spot far away from the hustle and bustle, Cafe Sunset Railway is another neighbourhood favourite. Explore local creations with a refreshing spin here.
Think classic favourites like fragrant Pandan Chiffon Cake, Pulut Tekan served with sweet housemade kaya. An interesting rendition of a traditional Eurasian item is the Sugee Cake, which a delicious almond cake.
The buttery and nutty aroma of this sweet little dessert might just make you dizzy with happiness!
- Location: 41 Sunset Way, Singapore 597071
- Opening Hours: Thurs to Sun except Fri: 8am-8pm, Fri: 8am-10pm
9. Birdfolks
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Fried chicken is a household favourite in Singapore for most. The folks at Birdfolks take this sinful calorie-bomb to the next level by offering their very own unique interpretation of it!
Albeit slightly more pricy than other fried chicken franchises, the crispy and juicy fried chicken justifies that price difference.
For the true Asians out there who loves their rice as a staple, go for their signature Cilantro and Lime rice for an interesting flavour bomb! You can most definitely indulge in this as a once in a while treat.
- Location: 1 W Coast Dr, #01-75 NEWest, Singapore 128020
- Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am-8pm, Fri-Sun 11am-9pm
10. Devil’s Kitchen
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A cafe serving both great brunch items, coffee, and… alcohol! Devil’s Kitchen has a great offering of food items, especially suitable for chatty catch ups with old friends.
Dig into their Black Pepper Ribeye Steak served with standard homemade mushroom sauce for some protein.
For those who prefer lighter flavours, give their crispy golden Premium Barramundi Fillet a go. Best of all, they have frequent promotions often, and we all know how Singaporeans feel about special deals!
- Location: 1 Yuan Ching Rd, #01-03A/07, Singapore 618640
- Opening Hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-11pm
11. Time Table Cafe
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Head down to Time Table Cafe in the neighbourhood for a lazy weekend brunch.
Tucked in a cosy neighbourhood in the West, this hidden gem is absolutely perfect as a budget-friendly meal spot.
In addition to their amazingly broad selection of main dishes, they have super beautiful latte art too. Additionally, they offer free wifi with power outlets!
- Location: Jurong West Street 41, #01-726 Block 456, Singapore 640456
- Opening Hours: Weekdays 11am-11pm, Weekends 8am-11pm
12. Connect71
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NTU students, it’s time to convince your faraway companions to drop by! Started by a few humble students, this cafe serves Japanese dishes with student-friendly price tags.
Expect popular dishes like Gyudon, Lor Bak Bowl, Mazesoba. The main highlight here is their generously portioned meats, which are surprisingly succulent and well-seasoned!
Next time your friends chastise the university for being a ‘ulu kampong’, make them want to come back by bringing them here for a visit!
- Location: 71 Nanyang Dr, Singapore 638075
- Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9.30am-7.30pm
13. MadlyGood
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MadlyGood – the name of this West cafe speaks for itself. Their dessert creations are visually appealing and worthy of a spot on your Instagram story.
Indulge in their Original Buttermilk Waffles with fresh berries, drizzled with sweet chocolate sauce.
The interplay between textures from the fluffy waffles and crunchy toppings makes everything a perfect experience!
- Location: JCube, 2 Jurong East Central 1, #03-12, Singapore 609731
- Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs 12.30pm-9.30pm, Fri 12.30pm-10.30pm, Sat 11.30am-10.30pm, Sun 11.30am-9.30pm
- Website | Facebook
14. My Little Ice-Cream Shop by PGFN
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Started by the same team behind PGFN, this cosy ice cream cafe creates a comfortable atmosphere with their bright and colourful interior.
Dig into interesting items like New York Cheesecake ice cream, and Yuzu Sorbet for the lactose intolerant folks.
For extra indulgence, order their Handmade Oreo Chocolate Tart, an absolute delight for those who swear by dark chocolate!
- Location: 150 Pandan Gardens, #01-07, Singapore 609335
- Opening Hours: Daily 11am-10pm
Must-visit cafes in West Singapore
With that, we round up our 14 most unique and chill cafe hangout spots in West Singapore. West-siders, you now have solid evidence to back up your #westsidebestside claim.
For folks living in other parts of Singapore, definitely drop by one (or more!) of these places for a fresh brand new experience.
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