Best matcha home cafes in Singapore
With foreign brands making their presence felt across Singapore, there’s all the more reason to support our local businesses. This could mean visiting Singapore’s oldest restaurants for a taste of heritage or eating at beloved hawker centres such as Maxwell Food Centre. For a matcha addict like me, though, it means getting more matcha from my favourite home-based cafes. If you’re a fellow matcha enthusiast, here are 20 matcha home cafes to visit, sorted by region.
Table of Contents
- Best matcha home cafes in Singapore
- North
- 1. State of Mind
- 2. Horikawa
- 3. Slow Pour
- 4. Hissori
- North-East
- 5. Brew With Grace
- 6. Corner Pane
- 7. Coffee Near Me
- 8. Rey’s Homeground
- 9. matcha&crumbs
- East
- 10. Corner8 Matcha
- 11. The Ma-Thrift Bro Club
- 12. whiskedaway
- 13. Brewprint Coffee
- Central
- 14. The Matcha Paws
- 15. Mama Matcha
- West
- 16. Brewed By Davine
- 17. Two Goose
- 18. The Brookie Bite
- 19. The Noob Coffee
- 20. Softly Matcha
- Best matcha home cafes in Singapore
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North
1. State of Mind
State of Mind is a no-frills home cafe in Yishun selling matcha lattes and coffee. Their Ceremonial Matcha Latte (from $5.50) is said to be made with high-quality ceremonial-grade matcha powder, while their Pistachio Matcha Latte (from $6.50) blends rich and buttery pistachio with earthy matcha. If hojicha is more of your thing, get the Hojicha Latte (from $5), which we found pleasantly nutty and aromatic on our visit.
Read our State of Mind coverage.
Address: 935 Yishun Central 1, #02-37, Singapore 760935
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am to 2:30pm
Tel: 8859 8594
Website
State of Mind is not halal-certified.
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2. Horikawa
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Horikawa is owned and operated by two sisters in Yew Tee, selling matcha and coffee lattes from their windowsill. Their signature drink is the Sea Salt Maple Cloud Matcha Latte (from $6.10), comprising hand-whisked matcha topped with thick maple-flavoured cold foam and finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. It is said to be a perfect balance between sweet, salty, and umami. Also, look out for seasonal specials; in August, they had the Milo Matcha (from $6.10): a blend of sweet, creamy Milo and earthy matcha.
Address: 784 Choa Chu Kang Drive, Singapore 680784
Opening hours: Sat-Sun 12pm to 4pm
Tel: 8693 0332
Website
Horikawa is not halal-certified.
3. Slow Pour
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If you’re curious about the viral Ya Kun soy milk kopi, but don’t drink coffee, head down to Slow Pour in Woodlands for their Slowya (from $6): a layer of silky soya beancurd topped with matcha. They also serve Ippodo Ikuyo (from $8), made with high-quality matcha powder from popular matcha brand Ippodo. Purists can opt for their unsweetened version to taste the matcha’s natural flavour, or less sweet if you need some sugar.
Address: 626 Woodlands Drive 52, Level 12, Singapore 730626
Opening hours: Sun 11am to 5pm
Website
Slow Pour is not halal-certified.
4. Hissori
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Muslim-owned Hissori is a home cafe in Yishun, its name meaning “quiet” or “calm” in Japanese. For those who aren’t in the North, you can also find them on Grab delivery.
They sell bakes and desserts that complement your drinks beautifully. For something refreshing, their Panna Cotta ($6), topped with mango, yuzu, or strawberry puree, goes well with the Tokyo Fog (from $7.20)—smooth matcha cold foam sitting on cold-brew Earl Grey tea. A more indulgent combo is their Marshmallow Cold Foam Cloud Matcha (from $7.30) with Brown Butter KitKat Crumble Cookie ($6), packed with KitKat crumble and milk chocolate chunks.
Address: 873 Yishun Street 81, #08-163, Singapore 760873
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 1am
Website
Hissori is halal-certified.
North-East
5. Brew With Grace
For a cosy home cafe to relax and unwind at, check out Brew With Grace, a Studio Ghibli-themed home cafe in Sengkang that transports you into the world of My Neighbour Totoro. Chill with the cafe’s resident cat, Totoro, and sip on some Yuzu Matcha Oat ($5.50), made with ceremonial-grade matcha from Uji matcha brand Marukyu Koyamaen, tangy yuzu syrup, and oat milk. To amp up the cosiness, get their Hojicha Apple Cinnamon Oat Milk ($5.50): apple cinnamon jam combined with nutty, caramelly hojicha, reminiscent of a warm apple pie.
Do take note that bookings must be made in advance through a pre-order form.
Read our Brew With Grace coverage.
Address: 171B Sengkang East Drive, Singapore 542171
Opening hours: Wed-Fri 11:30am to 5:30pm
Website
Brew With Grace is not halal-certified.
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6. Corner Pane
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A TikTok-viral ex-canteen vendor runs Corner Pane in Punggol, selling unique matcha drinks and affordable mains. Protein-maxxers should try their Protein Matcha Latte ($6.50), said to contain 25 grams of protein, while those with a sweet tooth can order the Apple Crumble Matcha ($7), comprising caramel apple puree and matcha that’s topped with honey foam similar to dalgona and garnished with speculoos biscuit crumbs. If you’re feeling peckish, the fan-favourite Signature Lu Rou Fan ($5.90), made with tender braised pork belly, mushrooms, and shrimp, is sure to fill you up.
Address: 645 Punggol Central, Singapore 820645
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 9am to 2:30pm
Website
Corner Pane is not halal-certified.
7. Coffee Near Me
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You might have stumbled across this cafe while googling for caffeine options near you. Coffee Near Me in Upper Thomson sells a myriad of coffee and matcha options, such as the highly-raved-about Salted Honey Matcha Latte ($6.50) and the Dirty Matcha Latte ($6.50), which combines their signature aromatic coffee with creamy matcha. They also have a rotating menu of homemade bakes that changes every weekend, including Hot Honey Brie Focaccia ($6) and Lemon Meringue Tart ($3.80), so check out their Instagram or Telegram channel for the latest menu before you head down.
Read our Coffee Near Me feature.
Address: 20 Casuarina Walk, Singapore 574078
Opening hours: Sat-Sun 9am to 3:30pm
Website
Coffee Near Me is not halal-certified.
8. Rey’s Homeground
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To all pawrents whose dogs have too much energy to burn: bring your fur baby to Rey’s Homeground, a pet-friendly home cafe in Serangoon. Let your doggo run wild in the play pen while you sip on a cup of Cookie Butter Matcha ($6.50), topped with Biscoff cookie butter cold foam and cookie crumble, or Burnt Cheesecake Matcha ($7.50), topped with a bruleed cream cheese cold foam. For a full meal, get the Build-Your-Own Pancake ($8 for four), which you can top up with additional toppings such as Chick-fil-A Sauce ($1), Tater Tots ($1.50), or Grilled Chicken Leg ($5).
Address: 10 Serangoon Garden Way, Singapore 555909
Opening hours: Sat-Sun 9am to 4:30pm
Website
Rey’s Homeground is not halal-certified.
9. matcha&crumbs
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Matcha home cafe frequenters are probably familiar with matcha&crumbs, a home-based cafe in Kovan selling matcha lattes and gooey cookies. Every item is handmade to order here but a one-person team. The menu changes every month, but the Cookies & Cream Hojicha ($6.20) has a cult following of its own, featuring Oreo crumbs mixed with aromatic hojicha. It pairs perfectly with their best-selling S’mores Lover Cookie ($4.20), comprising a chewy cookie base with a crispy cream cracker bottom, topped with melted marshmallow. The October-exclusive Cinnamon Toast Crunch Matcha ($6.50) is not to be missed as well: a blend of Cinnamon Toast Crunch-infused milk and matcha topped with handmade cinnamon crumble.
Address: Hougang Avenue 2, Singapore 530711
Opening hours: Fri-Mon 11:30am to 5:30pm
Website
matcha&crumbs is not halal-certified.
East
10. Corner8 Matcha
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Those looking for a sip of matcha after finishing their bak chor mee at Bedok 85 Fengshan Food Centre can check out Corner8 Matcha, located a five-minute walk away. They’re known for their Sea Salt Honey Butter Matcha ($7), featuring matcha mixed with sea salt honey and topped with a salted honey butter cold foam. For a more traditional option, you can order the Azuki Red Bean Matcha ($7), comprising a layer of sweet, chunky red bean paste. For all matcha drinks, choose between four different matcha powders: the savoury Kuri, the more umami Hachi ($1.50), the creamier Akari ($1.50), or the fresher-tasting Sumi ($1).
Address: 188B Bedok North Street 4, Singapore 462188
Opening hours: Mon 12pm to 3pm, Fri 1pm to 4pm, Sat 12pm to 5pm
Website
Corner8 Matcha is not halal-certified.
11. The Ma-Thrift Bro Club
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Thrifting enthusiasts won’t need to trek all the way to Haji Lane for their next haul. Instead, head down to The Ma-Thrift Bro Club in Kembangan for a thrifting sesh with a side of matcha. Their drink menu is quite extensive, including creations such as the Lychee Coconut Matcha Cloud (from $6.50): matcha cold foam sitting on lychee-infused coconut water, and Bandung Matcha (from $6.50), a unique twist on the classic bandung topped with matcha cold foam.
Watch our The Ma-Thrift Bro Club Instagram feature.
Address: 4 Lengkong Empat, Singapore 417612
Opening hours: Sat-Sun 9am to 5pm
Website
The Ma-Thrift Bro Club is not halal-certified.
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12. whiskedaway
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Good news for matcha enthusiasts living in Pasir Ris: you don’t have to travel for half an hour into town for your matcha fix anymore. Instead, pay a visit to whiskedaway for affordable matcha lattes. For something floral, get the Osmanthus Matcha Latte ($5.50), which comes with osmanthus-infused milk, or the Horlicks Maltcha ($4.20) for a malty, decadent drink. If you can’t decide, The Indecisive ($4.80) lets you pick two separate flavours in one cup, split down the middle. Their opening hours change monthly, so keep an eye out for updates on their Instagram!
Address: 229 Pasir Ris Street 21, Singapore 510229
Opening hours: TBD
Website
whiskedaway is not halal-certified.
13. Brewprint Coffee
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While Brewprint Coffee is known for their aromatic coffee, their matcha drinks hold their own too. Try their signature Avo’ Matcha Latte ($7.20): a creamier variant of a standard matcha latte, featuring sweet avocado puree. Alternatively, the Salted Caramel Matcha Latte ($6.80) is a decent option as well, generously drizzled with salted caramel sauce.
Address: 285 Tampines Street 22, #07-199, Singapore 520285
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 8am to 7pm, Sun 8am to 5pm
Website
Brewprint Coffee is not halal-certified.
Central
14. The Matcha Paws
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The Matcha Paws in Toa Payoh has an adorable mascot inspired by the owner’s pug. They serve a variety of matcha lattes and freshly baked seasonal pastries, such as their Uji Matcha White Choc Macadamia Cookie ($2.50). For an afternoon tea break, try their Classic Matcha & Bake Set (from $7), comprising a choice of any seasonal bake with a classic matcha latte, including Mango Coconut Latte, Blueberry Latte, and Strawberry Matcha.
Address: 270A Toa Payoh East, Kim Keat Ripples, Singapore 311270
Opening hours: Sat 10am to 6pm
Website
The Matcha Paws is not halal-certified.
15. Mama Matcha
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Mama Matcha has got you covered if you’re looking for a matcha pick-me-up after your driving lesson at Ubi. Their Iced Matcha Latte ($5) is made of a special barista blend of milk that contains oat milk. You can also try their newly launched Iced Strawberry Hojicha Latte ($7), which contains tangy strawberry puree with nutty, chocolatey hojicha. Their opening hours change depending on the month, so do keep a lookout on their Instagram for their updated opening hours.
Address: 356D Ubi Road 3, Singapore 404356
Opening hours: TBD
Website
Mama Matcha is not halal-certified.
West
16. Brewed By Davine
If you’re really looking for a way to drink matcha but in a localised way, Brewed By Davine in Bukit Batok might be the way to go. Their Matcha Peng ($4.50) and Atas Teh Peng ($5), a matcha latte variant with London Fog syrup, are served in traditional plastic string bags for that “classic” kopitiam experience. Otherwise, for something more aesthetic, their fan-favourite Sibei Chio ($6.50) is a tri-layered matcha drink of homemade strawberry puree, butterfly pea flower-infused milk, and hand-whisked matcha.
Read our Brewed By Davine coverage.
Address: 161 Bukit Batok Street 11, Singapore 650161
Opening hours: Wed-Fri 12pm to 5pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 5pm
Website
Brewed By Davine is not halal-certified.
17. Two Goose
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Two Goose in Jurong specialises in all things matcha, ranging from classics such as Banana Pudding Matcha ($8) and Strawberry Matcha Latte ($6), to more unique flavours including Lilac Kiss ($7.50), comprising taro cold foam over cold-whisked matcha, and Pandan Halo ($7)—pandan-infused milk topped with matcha-flavoured cloud foam. For a taste of nostalgia, go for Uniquely Singaporean ($6), which blends Milo with matcha for a bittersweet combo.
Address: 405 Jurong West Street 42, Floor 8, Singapore 640405
Opening hours: Mon-Tues, Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 4pm
Website
Two Goose is not halal-certified.
18. The Brookie Bite
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As a recent squishy fanatic, I’ve been on the lookout for squishy stores, and The Brookie Bite in Choa Chu Kang one that sells not just squishies, but also matcha and brookies AKA cookie brownies. Their recommendation is the Cereal Milk Matcha Latte ($6.50), which pairs earthy matcha with cereal-infused milk. If you want to try their brookies as well, go for the Brookie + Matcha Bundle ($17.50), consisting of a matcha latte of your choice and four pieces of fudgy brookie, drizzled with either Biscoff, milk chocolate, or white chocolate sauce, and garnished with a choice of two of the four options: Biscoff, Oreo, Kinder Bueno, or Dubai chocolate. Opening hours differ by month, so check their Instagram for updates.
Address: 817C Keat Hong Link, Singapore 683817
Opening hours: TBD
Website
The Brookie Bite is not halal-certified.
19. The Noob Coffee
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The Noob Coffee in Boon Lay is highly raved about for its freshly baked focaccia and smooth matcha. Made fresh to order, their Strawberry X Yoghurt Matcha ($6.50) is made with two different varieties of strawberries for a well-rounded tangy flavour. To fill up, order their Truffle Focaccia ($24), garnished generously with shimeji mushrooms and black truffle paste.
Address: 259 Boon Lay Drive, #02-519, Singapore 640259
Opening hours: Sat-Sun 11am to 4:45pm
Website
The Noob Coffee is not halal-certified.
20. Softly Matcha
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The menu at Softly Matcha in Tengah is pretty straightforward, with only three items offered: Usucha ($4), Iced Matcha Latte ($4.50), and seasonal flavoured matcha lattes, which are limited-time only. At the time of writing this article, they offer Guava Matcha Latte ($5), topped with chunky guava puree, and Yakult Matcha ($5), which pairs our childhood favourite yoghurt drink with earthy matcha.
Address: 228B Tengah Drive, Garden Vale, Singapore 692228
Opening hours: TBD
Website
Softly Matcha is not halal-certified.
Best matcha home cafes in Singapore
No matter which part of Singapore you are in, there’s bound to be a matcha home cafe nearby where you can get your fix while supporting local businesses. Do note that most of these cafes operate on selected days and and at varying hours, so we recommend checking out their social media pages before making the trip!
If you want a place to chill with your friends, but still want to keep to the theme of matcha, check out our guide to the best matcha cafes in Singapore. On the other hand, those keen on starting your very own matcha home cafe should read our ranking of the best matcha powders to start off on the right track.
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