Thirsty for more than just fashion? Saunter on down to Singapore’s luxurious cafes where dining meets high-end brands. These spots deliver on all fronts. (Left: Image by @marimekko_singapore. Right: Image by @thecoachcoffeeshopsg.)
In an era where consumer culture intertwines fashion with lifestyle choices, a new trend is emerging at the intersection of haute couture and haute cuisine. High-end brands are delving into the culinary world, setting up cafes, restaurants, and pastry shops, signaling a fusion of taste and style.
In recent years, Singapore has seen an increase in fashion and luxury brand cafes. Take a stroll around ION Orchard today, and you won’t only see hands eagerly clutching shopping bags but also nursing takeaway Prada and Marimekko coffee cups.
For monogrammed cakes to picture-perfect cuppas, we’ve curated a capsule collection of Singapore’s most luxurious cafes to eat and drink at. If you’re on the hunt for a chic afternoon tea or a coffee break in a setting straight out of a magazine spread, you’ll love these cafes that blend impeccable taste with indulgent flavours.
The Coach Coffee Shop
Located at Resorts World Sentosa Weave, The Coach Coffee Shop is an ideal pitstop after a day of fun. For those looking for something more substantial in portion and a New York-style deli-influenced coffee shop to hang out at, The Coach Coffee Shop serves up iconic American classics like triple-cheese grilled cheese with tomato soup, a wagyu beef hotdog, and a cheeseburger that comes with house-baked buns, wagyu patties, and curly fries. Go the extra mile with C-shaped ice, zesty popsicles, and chocolate garnishes.
Address: 26 Sentosa Gateway, #01-224/225/226, Singapore 098138
Opening hours: Daily, 9am–8pm
Phone: +65 9725 8965
Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton
Step into this luxury haven within the Marina Bay Sands boutique and you’ll find an irresistible selection of handcrafted chocolates. Each treat is a testament to pastry chef Maxime Frédéric’s expertise, using locally sourced ingredients to create unique flavour profiles. Savour coated hazelnuts that pay homage to Louis Vuitton’s heritage, or unwrap the playful Vivienne on Malle, a large, interactive chocolate sculpture inspired by the brand’s iconic mascot. The chocolates are presented in stunning Louis Vuitton packaging, making them both delectable treats and potential collector’s items for chocolate enthusiasts.
Address: 2 Bayfront Ave, B1-38/39 Louis Vuitton Island Store, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Daily, 10:30am–10pm
Phone: +65 6788 3888
Prada Caffè
Prada unveils its first-ever in-store cafe in Southeast Asia at ION Orchard, featuring traditional Italian brunch, indulgent pastries, and delicacies embossed with the Prada logo. Highlights include sweet tea-time favourites like apricot Sacher cake and berry tartlets that evoke the same sophisticated shades as Prada’s iconic bags, alongside savoury offerings such as smoked salmon and avocado crostone, lobster toast, and black truffle burrata. Enjoy lattes and macchiatos while you browse the brand’s exclusive collection of tableware, jewellery, clothes, and bags.
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #02-15 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: Daily, 11am–8pm
Phone: +65 6509 3578
Ralph’s Coffee
Equally as sophisticated and preppy as its luxury American concept store, Ralph’s Coffee serves a selection of coffee, hot chocolate (that’s prepared with real Valrhona chocolate), and light bites. This includes the brand’s signature Ralph’s Roast, an in-house blend of beans that features bold flavours with aromatic notes of chocolate. Other gourmet offerings include a range of classic American desserts like cookies, cakes, and an exclusive coffee-flavoured soft serve. If you’re up for a Singapore-exclusive, try the lightly floral and refreshing pineapple shaken tea, which starts with a base of jasmine green tea.
Address: 2 Bayfront Ave, #01-71 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Daily, 10am–10pm
Phone: +65 6688 7367
Marimekko Cafe
Nestled in a quiet corner of ION Orchard, Finnish fashion and lifestyle brand Marimekko’s in-house cafe welcomes you with its charming interior, filled with the brand’s iconic Unikko flower print and colourful birch wood furnishings. True to Marimekko’s aesthetic, the cafe features its signature joyful designs on the dishware and even on some of their dessert items, creating an Instagram-worthy backdrop for you to enjoy your coffee or tea. Sip a cuppa alongside a selection of cakes, entremets, pies, tarts, and savoury pastries, like mango mousse cake, fruits galore tart, and truffle brie & ham on sourdough, among others.
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, B1-12 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: Daily, 10am–10pm
AP House Singapore
Just this year, Swiss luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet opened the world’s first-ever AP Cafe at the Bar & Billiard Room of the Raffles Hotel. For watch enthusiasts and cafe lovers alike, AP House offers a curated menu blending Swiss culinary traditions with Singaporean flavours. Signature dishes reimagine classics with local twists, with must-tries such as a chicken rice club sandwich with garlic chilli sauce on the side, small medallions of gold-leafed roesti, and a vanilla sponge swiss roll that’s shaped like the Royal Oak’s octagonal bezel served with honeycomb and honey ice-cream.
Address: 1 Beach Rd, Bar and Billiard Room, Raffles Hotel, Singapore 189673
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 11am—8pm; Saturday, 11am–5:30pm; Sunday, 11am–7:30pm
Phone: +65 6859 4888
Burnt Ends Bakery at Audi House of Progress
Whether you’re here for a quick bite, a handcrafted coffee, or to experience a seasonal creation, Burnt Ends Bakery has it all. Housed at the Audi House of Progress Singapore in Chinatown, it serves a curated selection of German-inspired pastries and baked goods. The menu, drawing from Audi’s German heritage, features sweet and savoury delights, from Bavarian beer-battered waffles and freshly baked pretzels to house-made currywurst and a rotating selection of doughnuts, pastries, and sandwiches. There’s also an interactive coffee brew bar that offers the bakery’s own signature Slayer Blend.
Address: 18 Cross St, #01-20, Singapore 048423
Opening hours: Daily, 8am–4pm
Phone: +65 9721 4529
