Cloudfields: Stylish all-day cafe located at Tan Boon Liat Building in Havelock
Who doesn’t have a soft spot for a beautifully aesthetic cafe? We certainly do.
Besides the Japandi-style spot Van Kafe in Jurong, there’s another fresh contender closer to the heart of town — Cloudfields — that’s located a stone’s throw away from Havelock MRT station on the Thomson-East Coast Line.
Housed on the second floor of Tan Boon Liat Building — a go-to for furniture hunters and design aficionados — the cafe takes over the home of now-defunct Angie’s Oyster Bar & Grill.
From the outside, you’d probably have no idea what to expect from the building’s industrial, all-blue facade — and that sense of mystery feels very much part of the appeal, especially for those of us who have a thing for “hidden gems”.
Make your way up the staircase and you’ll be greeted by Cloudfields’ snug, wood-toned al fresco area, with pops of greenery — what perhaps gives the “fields” part of its name.
As a whole, the cafe gives off that not-in-Singapore vibe — as though you’ve stepped into a world of its own.
The same all-wood palette carries through into the restaurant’s interior, with a bold metal centrepiece and bits of diaphanous cloth draped over warm light around its central column — the “cloud” aspect, perhaps?
It’s eye-catching and introduces a cool, industrial edge that is a nice call-back to the building it calls home.
Still, Cloudfields exudes a warm and intimate charm, making it a natural fit for group gatherings, or even an easygoing girls’ night out.
Chef Jason Tan, formerly of the Michelin-starred Restaurant Euphoria and Corner House, had a hand in creating the menu, too.
It’s no wonder the vibey dining spot has been pulling in crowds — to the point where making a reservation would be a smart move.
Cloudfields’ menu
We kicked things off with the poached pear burrata (S$18), alongside toasted walnuts and crisp baguette slices.
Break into the burrata, spread it over the air-crisp baguette slices and have it with a bite of the citrus-poached pear. It’s creamy, crunchy, and with gentle candied notes, all in one bite.
Overall, this starter leans dessert-like in flavour, feeling like a more refined, grown-up version of the cafe fare we see across Singapore.
Cloudfields’ short rib rendang pasta (S$29) is an intriguing one, blending homemade rempah sauce, tender beef short rib, mafaldine pasta, and a sprinkle of shaved coconut.
The aroma alone was enough to make our mouths water, but when it hit the palate, the spices felt a touch muted compared to that fragrant scent.
The beef short-rib itself is tender, with hints of rendang coming through in the pasta.
But the dish could use a little more punch, especially for the rendang enthusiasts looking for that signature kick.
There’s also the nori clams pasta (S$26), bringing together littleneck clams, nori, spaghetti, and a silky sous vide egg on top.
It’s satisfying, but the pasta soaks up the sauce fast, so don’t wait too long before digging in.
Cloudfields also serves up mains, including classics such as free-range roasted chicken (S$32) and grain-fed NY strip (Australian wagyu MB 4/5, S$58).
The duck duck bao (S$35) — pineapple hoisin duck paired with steamed lotus leaf bun — caught our eye, but it was sadly sold out when we popped by on a late weekday afternoon.
The dessert lineup here is tempting, especially for a sweet escape from Singapore’s heat. We went for the lemon Drift (S$12) — a mix of yoghurt, lemon-infused extra virgin olive oil, basil-berry compote, and Maldon sea salt.
It’s refreshing, with a gentle balance of tang and sweetness — a pleasant finish to our meal at Cloudfields.
Cloudfields leans into the unconventional with its drinks selection. Matcha lovers might gravitate towards the Sky Meadows (S$9) — an interesting concoction of Uji matcha, blue spirulina milk, and yuzu cheese. That said, we found the flavours a little muted overall.
Caffeine-drinkers will want to try the Cloudfields Einspanner (iced americano with calamansi cream, S$9) and Torchbrew (creme brulee matcha with espresso, S$9), instead.
If these aren’t quite your vibe, Cloudfields also has you covered with the usual cafe staples.
Though prices here felt a tad steep, its cosy and unique ambience sets it apart — at least for us — amid the sea of cafes across the island.
Hungry for more eats? Check out Fortuna’s new Roman concept at South Beach and the cute matcha spot in a Haji Lane coffeeshop.
Wed 10am - 10pm
Thu 10am - 10pm
Fri 10am - 10pm
Sat 10am - 10pm
Sun 10am - 10pm
- Havelock
Shannon has the taste buds of a grandmother and perpetually struggles with a food coma.
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