Best Dessert Shops & Cafes in Singapore
22 Jun 2022
From cozy casual dining restaurants to elegant fine dining restaurants, there are plenty of dessert places in Singapore to satisfy your sweet cravings. For the best quick bites, check out the best dessert shops bakeries and cafes around Marina Bay Sands.
Quick Bites
BreadTalk
A tempting option for anyone who loves a good loaf, BreadTalk is one of Singapore’s most famous bakeries. Famous for their delectable buns, the award-winning bakery offers a selection of Asian- and European-style baked goods that draw from iconic flavours and trends across the region.
The most popular item is their signature Floss, a soft bun coated with a special egg cream and topped with a generous sprinkling of fluffy pork floss. Don’t leave without taking home a Pandan Chiffon Cake, a delicate delight with a joyous velvety texture and light Pandan flavours.
BreadTalk is located at B1-01F, The Shoppes.
HEYTEA
HEYTEA is a much-loved tea brand from China best known for its pioneering creation – Cheese tea. Initial reactions to these iconic beverages might be one of curious bewilderment, until you taste the perfect combination of sweet and savoury for yourself.
Made from savoury New Zealand Anchor cheese, the cheese whipped into a silky foam and layered on top of your drink. Subtle salty notes blend perfectly with the mature and fruity flavours of tea for a must-try drink experience at this bubble tea shop in Singapore.
HEYTEA is located at L1-73, The Shoppes.
Origin + Bloom
Those who appreciate freshly made gourmet bread should head to Origin + Bloom, which draws inspiration from the finest artisans and craftsmen of Europe. Explore their range of delectable choices of sandwiches, salads, pastries, cakes and more. Their sandwich assortment has five exciting new options, from uniquely Singaporean The Great Nasi Lemak, to Vietnamese Banh Mi, to the vegan-friendly The Alternative TiNDLE Wrap.
They also have an Instagram-worthy dessert selection created by Executive Pastry Chef Antonio Benites, including the signature Mango. Reminiscent in shape and size of the fruit, the outside is made from a chocolate shell, which has a distinctive warm, amber colour. Dig inside and discover a buoyant mousse filling made with fresh nam doc mai mango and lychee jelly and a dash of Sarawak pepper for a zesty lift.
Origin + Bloom is located in the Lobby, Hotel Tower 3.
Cafes
Angelina
This legacy café, named in honour of the founder’s daughter-in-law, was established in 1903 by Austrian confectioner Antoine Rumpelmayer. Known for their delicious signature desserts such as the Mont-Blanc, Éclair Chocolat, and Paris-Brest, Angelina also offers a la carte meals for lunch and a great high tea selection.
From escargots and truffle fries to seafood aglio olio and veal tenderloin, Angelina’s Afternoon Menu is filled with lip-smacking options worth tasting.
Angelina is located at B2-89, The Shoppes.
Bacha Coffee
Serving the best coffees in Singapore, coffee connoisseurs will want to visit Bacha Coffee situated inside The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. Their impressive range of meticulously curated coffees include more than 200 unique varieties, harvested by farmers in Africa, the Americas and Asia. Their helpful staff provide recommendations according to your favourite taste notes, and each cup is beautifully presented with a sugar stick and a cup of Bacha Coffee’s signature Chantilly cream.
Spice up your afternoon with a buttery croissant and pair your pastry with single origin, fine-flavoured and fine-blended coffees. Bacha Coffee also has a great selection of gifts for your family and friends, such as coffee pots, scented candles, cup and saucers, nougat assortments and more.
Bacha Coffee is located at B2-86, The Shoppes.
BEANSTRO
This stylish café with chic interiors is a great place to indulge in a delicious adventure of enticing desserts and hearty treats. Signature Beanstro classics include the Belgian Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake, made with luscious layers of chocolate sponge and chocolate cream, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder.
An exclusive treat is the Singapore Blend Cooler: a sparkling tea concoction brimming with floral aroma reminiscent of the Orchid and served with cheddar cheese. Named as one of the best coffee cafés in Singapore, Beanstro also offers regular lunch items such as Tiger Prawns Aglio Olio, Red Snapper Fish & Chips, and more.
Beanstro is located at B2-20, The Shoppes.
Starbucks Reserve
This brand needs no introduction. Unlike their other locations, Starbucks Reserve outlets feature curated coffee experiences for true connoisseurs. Located at the world's leading integrated resort, Starbucks Reserve carries a wide range of single-origin coffee sourced from around the world, and visitors can explore various brewing methods like the Chemex pour over to the proprietary Clover brew. They also offer nitro cold brews (nitrogen-infused for a smoother taste and creamy foam) on tap.
Of course, all the usual Starbucks drinks and blended beverages are also available, alongside sandwiches, cakes, and quiches. With a great selection of appetising desserts that are perfect for any time of day, Starbucks Reserve is definitely the best dessert shop and cafe in Singapore.
Starbucks Reserve is located at B2-56, The Shoppes.
After unwinding at some of the best dessert shops and cafes in Singapore, walk along the Marina Bay area to capture the perfect shot at the most instagrammable places in Singapore. Indulge in retail therapy by shopping for luxury jewellery brands at The Shoppes before ending the day off with a rooftop dining experience.
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