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Vintage Coffee and Bread

Updated 2026-07-14 · 2,198 reviewed · 278 listed · Scored from 247 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(247) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Pet-Friendly CafeTraditional KopitiamCafeCafe & BakeryBrunch & Western Cafe
Vintage Coffee and Bread
Price
moderate
Services
Pet-Friendly Cafe, Traditional Kopitiam, Cafe
Reviews
247

What recent reviews say

Early opening hours and two warm, hospitable owners draw regular breakfast visitors who praise the fluffy omelettes, kaya French toast, and freshly made pastries. The vintage decor and old school records create a nostalgic kopitiam feel that works well for quiet weekday mornings; weekend specials like purple sticky rice with kaya and bubur cha cha round out a solidly executed traditional menu at fair prices, though occasional misses on dishes like the chicken chop suggest uneven execution.

Praised for
  • friendly, welcoming staff
  • nostalgic retro atmosphere
  • quality breakfast and pastries
  • reasonable prices
  • quiet, peaceful setting
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent Hainanese chicken chop
  • some gravy flavour issues
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Best for: Quiet breakfast eaters seeking nostalgic Hainanese fare and friendly service
Think twice if: The chicken chop occasionally disappoints; some dishes vary in consistency.

Strengths

  • Opens early for breakfast (one of few in area)
  • Makes their own kaya in-house
  • Vintage decor with authentic kopitiam feel
  • Quiet weekday mornings with quality food at fair prices

Worth knowing

  • Two female owners run the cafe
  • Makes kaya in-house
  • Serves weekend specials: purple sticky rice with kaya (using flowers from the entrance), bubur cha cha, glutinous rice with curry chicken or kaya
  • Decor features vinyl records and old school music
  • Staff speak good English and explain menu items like handmade propeller toys

What reviews say by service

Traditional Kopitiam
Old school Hainanese kopitiam style with handmade kaya and authentic breakfast items; some dishes like chicken chop vary in quality.
Cafe & Bakery
Fresh pastries including kaya puffs, curry puffs, and traditional Hainanese sponge cake; fluffy French toast and steamed kaya toast praised.
Brunch & Western Cafe
Fluffy omelettes, eggs on toast, and French toast with kaya appeal to brunch seekers; portions generous.
Cafe
Strong old-style Hainanese coffee; barley tea and fresh juices; quiet, peaceful atmosphere with vintage retro decor.
Pet-Friendly Cafe
No specific review evidence on pet-friendliness.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.51 average across the 37 pet-friendly cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 48
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
111
4
89
3
36
2
6
1
5

Common questions

What time do you open?
Early enough to be one of the few breakfast spots opening early, as reviewers specifically note this as a strength. Hours are published on Google.
Do you have weekend specials?
Yes. Weekends feature purple sticky rice with kaya (dyed with flowers from the entrance), bubur cha cha, and glutinous rice with curry chicken or kaya.
Do you make your own pastries and kaya?
Yes. Reviewers note handmade kaya and fresh pastries including kaya puffs, curry puffs, and traditional Hainanese sponge cake made in-house.
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Last updated 2026-07-14