Visit Telok Ayer’s new Snap Cafe for minimalist vibes and Korean-inspired pastries
Korean-style cafes are all the rage nowadays in Singapore. Who can resist the allure of daintily crafted pastries that are jazzed up with delectable Korean flavours?
If you’re on the hunt for the best Korean-inspired cafes in Singapore, you have to check out the new Snap Cafe at Telok Ayer.
The intimate minimalist space is conveniently located in the heart of the Central Business District (CBD), within walking distance of two MRT stations: Telok Ayer and Tanjong Pagar MRT.
Its decor is a simple mish-mash of plain whites and cosy earth tones, with a tasteful splash of colour in the form of green and muted turquoise accents.
But the selling point of Snap Cafe isn’t really the aesthetics — rather, its affordability and unique pastries are the main draw.
For one, unlike most other specialty coffee joints, this Telok Ayer cafe doesn’t charge you a premium if you prefer your drinks ice-cold — iced versions are free of charge here.
That means you can get an iced black (S$4.50), white (S$5.50) or mocha (S$6.50) with no surcharge whenever the scorching sun starts getting to you.
That makes it a great option for regular coffee runs, especially combined with its relatively wallet-friendly prices — for the CBD, at least.
Besides the usual caffeinated choices, Snap Cafe’s menu stays interesting with unique offerings such as pistachio espresso latte (S$8) and orange Americano (Americano mixed with freshly squeezed orange juice, S$8).
Another highlight at the cafe is its range of crunchy sourdough toasties, with four variations available.
Of the four, the honey baked chicken ham & cheese (S$5 for half, S$9 for full) and triple cheese (S$5 for half, S$9 for full) are the safer, classic choices.
However, don’t pass up on the Korean Spicy Chix & Eggs (S$7 for half, S$12 for full) or gochujang prawn (S$7 for half, S$12 for full) if you’re the type who enjoys Korean-inspired sandos.
Pastry fanatics will also want to try its range of six Korean-inspired pastries, which are based on popular and trendy flavours.
These include a matcha injeolmi (Korean rice cake) canele (S$4), sweet potato pound cake (S$5), soy caramel scone (S$5) and hotteok (Korean sweet pancake) roll (S$6).
There’s also the honeycomb granola (S$8), which throws us back to mid-pandemic times with its dalgona-coffee influences, as well as a black sesame cheesecake (S$6) that BSSM lovers would want to get in on.
For more ideas on what to eat, read our stories on where to go for legendary 80-cent Thai boat noodles and food recommendations for your next Orchard outing.
You can also book a ride to Snap Cafe at The Clift.
Snap Cafe
The Clift, 01-01/02, 21 McCallum Street
Nearest MRT station: Telok Ayer and Tanjong Pagar
Open: Monday to Friday (8am to 6pm), Saturday and Sunday (8am to 4pm)
The Clift, 01-01/02, 21 McCallum Street
Nearest MRT station: Telok Ayer and Tanjong Pagar
Open: Monday to Friday (8am to 6pm), Saturday and Sunday (8am to 4pm)
Evan Mua
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Evan started off writing about food on Instagram, before joining outlets such as Buro and Confirm Good to pursue his passion. His best work usually comes after his first whisky shot in the morning.
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