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7 Trendy New Cafes With Unique Menus That Will Satisfy All Your Food Cravings

7 Trendy New Cafes With Unique Menus That Will Satisfy All Your Food Cravings

Lifestyle Food
By Zoe Zeng on 16 Feb 2024

Now that March is fast approaching and 2024 is in full swing, it's time to tackle some really important questions like: where to eat next?

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Luckily for those of you who are always on the lookout for trendy makan spots, we've rounded up 7 new cafes that check the boxes for aesthetic value and yum factor. Fair warning: you might not want to read this on an empty stomach, especially if it's right before bedtime!

#1: Siësta

SiëstaPhoto from Siësta

Helmed by two 17-year-old besties who decided to open a Muslim-friendly cafe while also tackling their polytechnic studies, Siësta has a youthful vibe that is apparent in everything from its playful menu to vibrant decor.

Toasties from SiëstaPhoto from Siësta

Swing by to take a break and snack on delicious toasties (from $10) stuffed with gooey and cheesy goodness, or sip on creatively named drinks like Shrek’s Love Potion ($8), a dirty matcha latte made with oat milk. Unable to decide on what to order? Try the Uh... Anything ($21) for a surprise food and drink!

Siësta
Address: 41 Sultan Gate, Level 2, Singapore 198489
Opening Hours: 5pm - 9pm from Monday to Friday | 12pm - 9pm on Saturday | 12pm - 6pm on Sunday
Instagram | TikTok

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#2: Ingen Kyoto

Tea options at Ingen KyotoPhoto from Ingen Kyoto

Fans of Japanese-style confections simply have to stop by Ingen Kyoto, a tranquil space where guests can treat themselves to delicate desserts and freshly brewed tea in a traditional teahouse setting. Besides a mind-bogglingly wide variety of cold brew, tea, matcha, and water (yes, they offer more than 15 choices of spring, still, and sparkling water!) options, customers can get experience brewing their own pot of tea for an additional fee of $5.80.

Kagami Mochi & Ichigo ParfaitPhoto from Ingen Kyoto

You can pair your beverage with plated desserts featuring seasonal fruits and ingredients like the Kagami Mochi ($20.80) or savour gorgeous parfaits like the strawberry-themed Ichigo Parfait ($20.80).

Ingen Kyoto 
Address: ION Orchard #B3-15/16, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
Opening Hours: 12pm - 9.30pm daily (last order for desserts and parfaits at 8.30pm)
Website | Facebook | Instagram

#3: Miss Gelato

Miss Gelato cafe interiorPhoto from Miss Gelato

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A late-night gelato spot with a huge range of unique flavours? Yes, please. Miss Gelato has a spacious seating area for dine-in customers sporting an indoor camping theme — think comfy camper chairs, beanbags, polished wooden crates for coffee tables, fairy lights and plenty of greenery — which certainly sounds like an A-grade hangout spot!

Gelato & wafflePhoto from Miss Gelato

Kick back and relax with a scoop or two of their classic ice creams (single scoop from $5), or opt for more adventurous flavours like the Chamomile Honey Milk Tea, Hojicha Green Tea, or Mocha with Biscotti Chips. Feeling extra peckish? You can also grab a freshly made waffle to go with the ice cream for an additional $7.20.

Miss Gelato
Address: 516A Liang Seah Street, #02-01, Singapore 188740
Opening Hours: 3pm - 3am on Monday - Tuesday | 12pm - 3am on Wednesday - Sunday
Facebook | Instagram

#4: Louisa Coffee

Louisa Cafe SingaporePhoto from Louisa Cafe & @eatwithkeat via Instagram

This one might ring a bell for those who have travelled to Taiwan, since it's known as the largest homegrown chain there! Louisa Coffee's first-ever Singapore outlet has a large seating area with modern and sleek decor, making it a great space to catch up with your friends or get some work done.

Louisa Cafe SingaporePhoto from Louisa Cafe & @eatwithkeat via Instagram

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Known for its speciality coffees, this joint serves up classic drinks like its Estate Coffee (from $4), Speciality Coffee ($6.90), and English and Taiwanese Tea (from $3.60), alongside more unusual options like the Taiwan Geisha ($11.60) and Black Coffee Latte ($6.90). Diners can also pick from a selection of sliced cakes and other baked snacks, like the Matcha Caramel Nuts ($6.50) and Beef Pastrami and Cheese Wrapanini ($6.50).

Louisa Coffee Singapore
Address: 130 Beach Road, Guoco Midtown #01-13 & 14, Singapore 189774
Opening Hours: 8am - 9pm from Monday - Thursday | 8am - 12am on Friday | 9.30am - 12am on Saturday | 9.30am - 9pm on Sunday & PH
Website | Instagram

#5: Christina’s Duxton Hill

Christina’s Duxton Hill interiorsPhoto from Christina’s Duxton Hill

Looking for a spot to treat yourself or someone special to a fancy brunch? Christina’s at Mondrian Singapore Duxton is the one to make a beeline for, and here's why: it's fitted entirely with stunning art nouveau-inspired decor, including sleek marbled countertops, plush cushions and floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light for your mandatory food shots!

Christina’s brunch bitesPhoto from Christina’s Duxton Hill

And that's not even the best part! Christina's serves all-day brunch options between 8am - 4pm, including light bites like the Acai & Banana Bowl ($16) and Smashed Avocado Poached Egg ($20), as well as heavier picks like the Baked Ham or Smoked Salmon ($22) and Shakshouka ($22).

Christina’s Duxton Hill
Address: Mondrian Singapore Duxton, 16A Duxton Hill, Singapore 089970 (at the corner of the drop-off area)
Opening Hours: 8am - 11pm on Sundays - Thursdays | 8am - 12pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and eve of PH
Website | Facebook | Instagram

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#6: Café Carrera by Baker & Cook and Porsche

Café Carrera interiorPhoto from Baker & Cook

In case you haven't heard, artisan bakery and food store Baker & Cook launched Café Carrera in collaboration with Porsche at the end of last year, and the sleek new spot is situated inside the Porsche Studio Singapore!

Café CarreraPhoto from Café Carrera by Baker & Cook and Porsche

Auto enthusiasts and cafe hoppers alike can pop by the space to grab a bite of timeless classics like Pain au Chocolat ($4.91), Truffle Fries ($12.86), and Avo Smash ($26.71), as well as special items you can find only from the Porsche Signature menu, such as the 911 S/T - Sacher Torte Cake ($10.36) or the Ruby Star Fruit Tart ($8.39).

Café Carrera by Baker & Cook and Porsche
Address: 130 Beach Rd, #01-11 Guoco Midtown, Singapore 189774
Opening Hours: 8am - 8pm daily
Website | Facebook | Instagram

#7: Acoustics Coffee Bar

Acoustics Coffee Bar at Owen HousePhoto from Acoustics Coffee Bar

While Acoustics Coffee Bar isn't entirely new to the local cafe scene, they've recently opened their doors to a second outlet near Farrer Park MRT station. Just like the original, this Owen House branch uses laidback decor in muted shades, wood furniture and acoustic panelling to reduce echoes, creating a comforting and laidback atmosphere.

Acoustics Coffee BarPhoto from Acoustics Coffee Bar

Fans of all-day brunch can grab the Acoustics Breakfast ($24) or Berry Rhubarb Pancake ($14) for a hearty start to the day. Those who prefer a filling yet affordable meal can also select mains like the Rice Bowl + Ice Tea set ($12).

Acoustics Coffee Bar (Owen House)
Address: 2 Owen Rd, #01-02, Singapore 218842
Opening Hours: 8:30am - 5.30pm daily
Website | Facebook | Instagram

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