For the uninitiated, finding a nice spot in the elusive North of Singapore would usually seem like a daunting task. Whether it’s for a casual session over a cup of coffee, or an intimate date to bond over, moving up and away from town always seems to leave us stumped. But those in the know tell a different tale.

Filled with sights and sounds that you can only find away from the concrete jungle of urbanisation (town), the North is alive with vibrant gems that we’re sure you’d love to experience.

So if you’re looking for new places to explore and kick back, here are 5 of the best cafes in the North of Singapore that you should definitely have a go at.

AM:PM Café

Bringing the magic of comforting desserts and freshly baked egglets to heartlanders, AM:PM serves up whimsical soft serve ice cream, accompanied by choices of handmade cones, their signature HK-style egglet waffles, and a selection of quality coffee and floral tea to present memorable café experiences without the need to travel out into town.

Columbus Coffee Co.

By the same minds behind the likes of Atlas Coffeehouse and Apollo Coffee Bar, Columbus Coffee Co. furthers the group’s commitment to offering amazing cups of coffee with their unique blends of specialty-grade beans, limited in-house bottled brews, seasonal single origin offerings, and a comprehensive menu filled with delectable bites from brunch essentials and waffles, to hearty burgers and rice bowls. For a fully indulgent experience, don’t miss out on their fluffy Giant Pancakes which are available all day. Whether it’s for a nice meal or a session over a cuppa, Columbus offers one of the most all-rounded café dining experiences in the area.

Common Chefs

A popular 2-in-1 café and bakery concept in Sembawang, Common Chefs offers diners fresh bakes and quality coffee options alongside hearty international favourites such as their famous All-Day CC Breakfast, Truffle Tater Tots, and the weekend-only Rich Man burger.

Thus Coffee

Nestled within the cosy Sembawang Hills estate, Thus Coffee presents a warm and inviting space that recreates an experience where diners can really engage with their meals and the people around them – to have intimate conversations or leisurely bond over quality micro-roasted specialty coffee blends and scrumptious bites.

Yahava KoffeeWorks

Travelling the world to discover the very finest of specialty coffee beans, Yahava was founded by an avid coffee aficionado determined to bring the best of coffee experiences to people. Freshly ground, roasted, and brewed the way it’s been done since 2001, drop by to taste the wonders that coffee can bring in a cup, or to find out more about their experiential coffee workshops.