Singapore’s coffee culture is always evolving, and the latest buzz isn’t coming from commercial chains. Instead, it’s brewing quietly in our neighborhoods. Home cafés have emerged in HDB flats, family homes, and tucked-away corners—intimate spaces full of character and heart. These soulful setups reflect the entrepreneurial spirit of passionate individuals serving more than just coffee; they’re serving connection and community.

But as this feel-good trend grows, conversations about fairness, regulation, and café definitions are heating up. Traditional café owners express concerns over costs that home operators bypass—rental, manpower, licensing—while residents worry about privacy, noise, and parking. Authorities like the SFA, URA, and HDB acknowledge the need for balance: home businesses must follow food laws and maintain harmony in residential areas.

Supporters say these cozy cafés bring back a kampung spirit—a sense of togetherness and warmth that big chains sometimes lack. From matcha havens to smoothie bars with a story, they offer something deeply personal and refreshingly different.

Here’s a curated list of Singapore’s most beloved home cafés—places with loyal followings and standout charm:

Knead Kopi

Ms. Rachel Neo and Glenndon Khoo started Knead Kopi to spend more time with Ms. Neo’s grandmother, who has dementia. It’s a heartwarming blend of a home bakery and cafe, allowing Ms. Neo to work flexibly from home.

USP: A truly homely experience centered around local comfort food and expertly brewed coffee, fostering a family-centric, relaxed atmosphere.

Address: 7 Watten Rise, Singapore 287290

Date of Opening: March 2025

Offerings & Menu: Highlights include “Ahma Ang’s Bee Hoon,” a unique “Banana Pudding with Kopi O,” Kopi Guyu, Kaya Set, and Curry Chicken with Baguette.

Pricing: Generally, more affordable than commercial cafes (20-40% cheaper).

Operating Hours:
Mon, Tue: 7.30pm to 5.00pm
Fri: 7.30pm to 5.00pm
Sat: 7.00pm to 5.00pm
Wed, Thurs, Sun: Closed

Brew With Grace

Inspired by her personal health journey, former barista Ms. Grace Teo established Brew With Grace as a serene, healing haven. Patrons are often greeted by her friendly British Shorthair cat, Totoro!

USP: This cozy, Studio Ghibli-inspired café offers a unique sense of peace and specializes in ceremonial-grade matcha.

Address: 171B Sengkang East Drive, Singapore 542171 (pre-order only; no walk-ins).

Date of Opening: Late December 2024

Offerings & Menu: Bestsellers include Strawberry Matcha Oat and Yuzu Matcha Oat ($5.50 each). Black coffee starts at $3.

Pricing: Drinks start at $3; matcha drinks at $5.50.

Operating Hours:
Wed to Fri: 10am to 4pm

Order here: https://take.app/brewwithgrace

Coffee Near Me

Meet Sonia Lim, a Gen-Z entrepreneur who, after securing her food safety license, transformed her family’s home into a charming cafe. Nestled near Lower Peirce Reservoir, it’s the ideal refreshing stop for hikers and nature lovers. This pet-friendly spot even offers PUP Cups and tasty treats for your furry companions.

USP: A unique “campsite” vibe in the front yard, perfect for a post-hike refresh, with a dynamic menu that evolves based on customer suggestions.

Address: 20 Casuarina Walk, Singapore 574078

Date of Opening: Officially from February 2025

Offerings & Menu: Home-brewed coffee and non-coffee beverages ($3.50 – $6.50), along with homemade bakes like caneles (two for $3.50) and brownies ($3).

Pricing: Drinks from $3.50 to $6.50; bakes from $3.

Operating Hours:
Sat, Sun, PH: 9:00am – 3:30pm

Tofu Tofu

Driven by her love for matcha and passion for hosting, digital marketer Tris Su launched Tofu Tofu from her home, appreciating the flexibility it offers. This Muslim-friendly Bedok pickup café is run by a WSQ Food Safety Course certified owner who constantly experiments with new flavors, like the latest Kaya Matcha Latte and Earl Grey Matcha.

USP: A niche home cafe entirely dedicated to high-quality, customizable matcha drinks.

Address: 532 Bedok North Street 3, Singapore 460532

Date of Opening: Part of the recent surge in home cafes (specific date not available).

Offerings & Menu: Classic OG Matcha Latte ($4.90) and Biscoff Matcha Latte ($5.90), all made with Niko Neko matcha powder.

Pricing: OG Matcha Latte $4.90, Biscoff Matcha Latte $5.90.

Order here: linktr.ee/tofutofusg

Coffee by Grace C

Grace Chen was inspired by her travels to recreate unique coffee flavors, leading her to open this takeaway-only home cafe from her family’s HDB flat.

USP: Specializes in various Einspanner coffees (Austrian coffee with whipped cream) and unique floral-infused drinks.

Address: Tampines (exact address disclosed upon ordering, typically a four-room HDB flat)

Date of Opening: July 2024

Offerings & Menu: Einspanner (Original $5.50, Choco $6.50, Matcha $7, Hojicha $7, Mocha $7), and Osmanthus Latte ($6).

Pricing: Einspanner from $5.50 to $7; Osmanthus Latte $6.

The Weekender’s Café

The Weekender’s Cafe is a home cafe in Singapore, a venture born from a family’s profound love for coffee. This family, with two young daughters, holds the belief that one’s coffee choice reflects one’s personality. They offer a comprehensive range of beans, covering various roasts, processing methods, and origins from Ethiopia to Colombia, along with Single Origin, blends, Arabica, and Robusta, sourced locally and from Japan.

USP: Each cup at The Weekender’s is a unique creation, handcrafted with freshly ground beans for every order. Guests are invited to discover new flavours and identify their preferred tasting notes.

Address: 309A Ang Mo Kio Street 31, Level 2, Singapore 562309 (Opposite Bishan Park)

Date of Opening: November 2024

Offerings & Menu: Popular Pistachio Cream Iced Latte ($5.90) and other coffee variations.

Pricing: Pistachio Cream Iced Latte $5.90.

Operating Hours:
Sat: 10.30pm – 3pm
Sun: 2pm – 4.30pm

Order here: take.app/theweekenders

State of Mind

For those in the north, this Yishun home cafe is a delightful discovery—a hidden gem for a quality tea and coffee fix. You can get an affordable, quick brew from its window, enjoying a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere that’s a world away from bustling city cafes.

USP: The heart of this cafe is Jay, the incredibly friendly boss cum barista, who not only crafts lovely coffee but also makes every visit feel like a warm, neighbourly chat.

Address: 935 Yishun Central 1, #02-37, Singapore 760935

Offerings & Pricing: “The Yin” (espresso over water, $4.00), “The Yang” (espresso over milk, $4.50), Dirty Sesame Latte ($5.00), Earl Grey Matcha ($6.00), and Aerocano Iced ($4.00) and Espresso Tonic Iced ($6.00).

Operating Hours:
Mon to Fri: 9.30am – 2.30pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: 11.30am – 2.30pm

Order here: https://take.app/stateofmind

Waterloo Coffee

Found in Waterloo Centre, Waterloo Coffee aka W Coffee serves aesthetic iced drinks like Strawberry Matcha and Spanish Latte. It’s popular among creatives in the area, and their limited-edition cup sleeves make for excellent Instagram moments. Oat milk options and minimalist design complete the experience.

Address: Waterloo Center, 262 Waterloo Street, Singapore 180262.

Offerings & Pricing: Iced beverages, including Iced Strawberry Matcha (from $9.00), Iced Spanish Latte (from $8.50), Iced Matcha (from $8.50), and Iced Latte (from $7.50). Oat milk options available.

Operating Hours:
Mon to Sun: 8am to 11.30pm

Order here: https://waterloocoffee.sg/

Ground Floor Coffee

Started by Adhwa Hasif and his wife at Pasir Ris HDB flat, this friendly home cafe gained viral fame as a window-service home cafe before moving to a commercial space (now at East Village Mall) due to demand, a testament to the potential of home-based ventures.

USP: Maintained some of its original homey aesthetic in a takeaway format, focusing on quality beans from local roasters.

New Permanent Home: #01-53 East Village Mall, 430 Upper Changi Road, Singapore 487048

Offerings & Pricing: Signature Einspanner coffee ($6.00), White coffee ($7.00), Strawberry matcha ($6.50), and light desserts.

Opening Hours:
Tue to Sun: 11:00am – 6:00pm
Mon: Closed

Soop Soop Coffee

A cozy corridor café in Yishun, known for its Osmanthus Latte and weekend Banana Cake. Regulars are greeted by name, and bulk orders come in eco-friendly totes. It’s a hidden neighborhood treasure offering warm bakes and quality coffee.

Address: Blk 408 Yishun Ave 6, Singapore 760408.

Offerings & Pricing: Espresso-based drinks like Black ($4.00), White ($5.00), and unique Osmanthus Latte ($5.50). Also features premium matcha and hojicha lattes, plus weekend bakes like Banana Cake ($2.00). Bottled brews available for pre-order.

Operating Hours:
Mon to Tue: Closed
Wed: 12.30pm – 4.00pm
Thurs to Sat: 9am – 4.00pm
Sun: 12.00pm – 4.00pm

Order here: https://take.app/soopsoopcoffee

Next Door Coffee

(This home café is tentatively close and will return in 2026.)

Operating from Clementi via online orders, this home café specializes in bottled brews. Drinks like ceremonial matcha, chocolate, and coffee come in beautifully designed packaging. First-time orders include fridge magnets — small touches that build customer love.

Address: Clementi, Singapore (online via nextdoorcoffee.sg)

Offerings & Pricing: Specializes in bottled brews of specialty coffee ($4.50), chocolate ($5.50), and ceremonial matcha ($6.00).

Two Sisters Smoothie

Need a healthy, refreshing treat in Singapore’s heat? Sisters-in-law Lew Su Ling and Lydia Batricia have you covered. They launched their smoothie bar in December 2024 to introduce local-flavored, aesthetically pleasing and refreshing smoothies to the scene.

USP: As a viral home-based smoothie bar, they offer a cozy space with chill music, renowned for their innovative local flavors and Instagram-worthy drinks offered at reasonable prices.

Address: 5 Frankel Close, Singapore 458119 (7-min walk from Kembangan MRT).

Offerings & Pricing: Smoothies ranging from S5.90toS7.90, with a rotating menu and popular options like “The Islander” and “Strawberry Glaze.”

Operating Hours:
Sat & Sun: 9.30am to 5.00pm (closed for lunch 12.00pm – 1.00pm)

Toi.kofhaus

Tucked away in the Kim Keat Bescon neighborhood, a minimalist, mysterious cafe offers a hidden escape. Its “Japanese noir” aesthetic, characterized by black cups, clean lines, and a silent atmosphere, provides an ideal space for journaling and quiet contemplation.

USP: At the helm is Kenneth, the exceptionally friendly owner. His meticulous approach and passion ensure every cup is brewed to perfection. He’s also remarkably patient, always ready to accommodate and customize orders to meet customer preferences.

Address: 265A Kim Keat Ave, Singapore 311265.

Offerings & Pricing: $5–$8 for drinks, $4–$7 for pastries, ~$7 bottled brews

Operating Hours:
Sat, Sun, PH: 9.00am-1.00pm

Order here:https://toikofihaus.com/

The home cafe trend is a vibrant reflection of Singapore’s entrepreneurial spirit and a community’s desire for unique, personal experiences. While the conversations about regulation and fairness continue, these cozy spots offer a chance to connect with passionate individuals and enjoy handcrafted delights right in our neighborhoods.

We encourage you to visit and support these innovative home cafes, experience their unique vibes, and help foster our local community spirit.

Do you know of any other fantastic home cafes in Singapore that aren’t on this list? Share your discoveries in the comments below!