Sink Your Teeth Into Delicious Old-School Waffles At These 15 Places In Singapore

One can’t deny the appeal of a hearty brunch of juicy fried chicken and golden-hued waffles, or a thick buttermilk waffle drowning in warm butter and maple syrup to begin the morning. But the waffle that we’ll always hold closest to our hearts is the old-fashioned, wallet-friendly variety plied by many neighbourhood bakeries across the city-state. Whether you prefer yours on the chewier or cake-like side, slathered in kaya or chocolate spread, or of the plain or pandan variety, there are a plethora of establishments where you can nab them. And while we couldn’t possibly cram every single delicious traditional waffle in Singapore into our selection, here are a few places to get you started.

1. Swee Heng Bakery

If you’re a fan of pandan waffles, make your way to one of Swee Heng Bakery’s outlets. The waffles (from $2) feature an aromatic pandan scent and come in a vibrant shade of green, with a dense and chewy consistency that makes for a satisfying bite. As the batter is already pretty sweet, we prefer ours plain without any fillings, though you can opt for the likes of kaya, peanut butter, and Biscoff if you wish.

Swee Heng Bakery has multiple locations in Singapore, including 313 Orchard Rd, #B3-23 313@Somerset, Singapore 238895 and 476 Upper Serangoon View, #02-16 Hougang Capeview, Singapore 530476. Visit its Facebook for more information. 

2. Garden Pastry & Cake

Garden Pastry & Cake has been churning out traditional treats for around four decades and is well-known for its Swiss rolls in local flavours such as sweet potato and yam. Besides this hot-ticket item, they also sell pandan waffles (from $1.60). The offerings here fall on the cake-like end of the spectrum. They are soft and fluffy and come crammed with a filling of your choice, with varieties including peanut butter, cream cheese, and sea salt caramel.

Garden Pastry & Cake is at 95 Aljunied Crescent, #01-505/507, Singapore 380095. Visit its Facebook for more information.

3. Queensway Lau Tan Tutu Kueh

Hidden among the warren of sports stores that make up Queensway Shopping Centre, you’ll find Queensway Lau Tan Tutu Kueh selling traditional Chinese snacks such as tutu kueh, muah chee and, yes, waffles (from $2). Flavours at this small stall run the gamut from red bean and coconut to cheese and blueberry. You can opt to get two fillings ($3.50) for the ultimate experience, too.

Queensway Lau Tan Tutu Kueh is at 1 Queensway, #02-47 Queensway Shopping Centre, Singapore 149053. Visit its Facebook for more information.

4. Kiasu Waffle

Kiasu Waffle might look like a nondescript food kiosk near Eunos MRT station, but the crispy, fluffy Pandan Waffles (from $2) have perhaps the most unique flavour options and combinations among all the entrants here. You have your tried-and-trues like Creamy Peanut and Pandan Kaya, but there are also Durian, Matcha, Black Sesame, and Kit Kat. You can even add less than a dollar more and have two flavours in one waffle.

Kiasu Waffle is at Blk 5 Eunos Cres, #01-2605, Singapore 400005. Visit its Instagram for more information.

5. MK Levure Naturelle

MK Levure Naturelle, which can be found in various MRT stations and shopping malls across Singapore, is practically synonymous with traditional waffles. Our go-to outlet is the one located at Holland Village MRT station, and our standard order here is an extra crispy waffle with kaya spread. The waffle (from $2) has a crispy exterior and chewy interior, and they’re certainly not shy when it comes to the amount of filling they slather on.

MK Levure Naturelle has multiple locations in Singapore, including 200 Holland Ave, B1-08/09 Holland Village MRT Station, Singapore 278995 and 1 Stadium Pl, #01 - 30 Kallang Wave Mall, Singapore 397628. 

6. Gambateh Cafe

From peanut butter and chocolate to strawberry and red bean, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the diverse flavour options available at Gambateh Café. As for the pandan waffles (from $2.30) themselves, you get to decide whether you prefer them extra crispy or soft and can even opt to have them cut into halves for easy eating. They’re pretty liberal with their fillings and the dough has a lovely pandan fragrance.

Gambateh Cafe is at 1 Jalan Bukit Merah, #01-4516 Brickworks Estate, Singapore 150001 and 293 Yishun Street 22, #01-219, Singapore 760293. Visit its Facebook for more information.

7. Bakery Cuisine

CBD workers can get their waffle fix from Bakery Cuisine, which has outlets at the likes of Raffles Place MRT station and Tanjong Pagar MRT station, alongside multiple heartland destinations. The Classic Waffle (from $2.30) is a must-try for those who like their waffles on the crispy side, as their version has a superior crust that contrasts well with the soft and chewy centre. Besides all the standard spreads, they also offer premium flavours such as Chicken Ham & Cheese and Chocolate Marshmallow.

Bakery Cuisine has multiple locations in Singapore, including 5 Raffles Pl, B1-23 Raffles Place MRT, Singapore 048618 and 120 Maxwell Rd, #B1-01 Tanjong Pagar MRT, Singapore 069119. Visit its website for more information. 

8. Y2 Bakery

This humble bakery in a residential area whips up thick and crispy pandan waffles (from $1.40). The dough has a pretty strong pandan flavour but doesn’t offer much in the way of sweetness, so we suggest pairing it with one of their spreads such as kaya or chocolate. The texture is dense without being too heavy, so it’s ideal for those who like their waffles to boast a good chew. Unique flavours include Salted Caramel, Cheese, and Chicken Floss.

Y2 Bakery is at 525 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10, #01-2395, Singapore 560525.

9. The Hainan Story

With items on the menu ranging from Crispy Traditional Toast and Hainanese Englishman Egg Tart to Ah Kor Hainanese Lamb Stew with Rice and Laksa with Hainanese Steamed Chicken, crispy and chewy waffles might be the last item you expect on the menu of The Hainan Story. Yet, the Pandan Waffles (from $2.40) are a well-kept secret available at its Nex, Northpoint, and Chinatown Point outlets. They are quite thick and pleasantly chewy with crisp edges. We recommend the Honey Butter but there are less conventional toppings such as Rojak Jam and Avocado Egg Mayo.

The Hainan Story has multiple locations in Singapore, including 23 Serangoon Central, #02-17 Nex, Singapore 556083 and 133 New Bridge Road. #B1-52/52A Chinatown Point, Singapore 059413. Visit its website for more information.

10. Mirana Cake House

Established in 1986, Mirana Cake House is an old-school bakery that still produces baked goods like what our parents had when they were growing up. As such, it remains a mecca for those looking for that traditional taste. The Waffles (from $1.60) is also a popular draw as fans love its cakey chew. Flavour options are on the classic side too, with options of Plain, Peanut Butter, Kaya, Blueberry, Red Bean, and Chocolate. Also, the waffles appear to be available only at its Simei location.

Mirana Cake House is at 248 Simei St 3, #01-102 Simei Plaza, Singapore 520248 and 133 New Bridge Rd, #B1-41 Chinatown Point, Singapore 059413. Visit its website for more information.

11. Prima Deli

How many of you grew up celebrating birthdays and milestones with cakes from Prima Deli? Founded in 1992, Prima Deli has grown to become a recognisable bakery franchise with multiple locations across the island. Prima Deli’s waffles (from $1.90) are moreish with crispy edges. They also come in more traditional filling options, from Peanut Butter and Kaya to Cheese and Hazelnut.

Prima Deli has multiple locations in Singapore, including 177 Toa Payoh Central, #01-108 Toa Payoh Mall, Singapore 310177 and 21 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4, #B1-K25 Lot One, Singapore 689812. Visit its website for more information.

12. Small Bites

For those looking for more modern filling options with their pandan waffles, head over to Small Bites. The quaint shop is tucked among shophouses and HDB apartments by Maxwell MRT. The waffles (from $2.20) here veer on the thinner, crunchier side with unusual flavours such as Milo Custard, Banana Oatmeal Purée, Japanese Roasted Sesame, and Shredded Coconut with Gula Melaka. Traditionalists have no worries as you will also find the classic fillings here.

Small Bites is at 333 Kreta Ayer Rd, #01-29, Singapore 080333.

13. Yi Jia Bakery House Cafe

Within walking distance from Thomson MRT station, Yi Jia Bakery House Cafe is another bakery to reminisce over old-school cakes and bakes ranging from Swiss rolls to bread. Though less popular, the waffles (from $2.60) are a must-try at this shop, which offer a chewier, kueh-like bite with comparatively less crispiness. The pieces are also smaller here, so you could get more if you’re particularly famished. Flavours include Kaya, Peanut, and Blueberry.

Yi Jia Bakery House Cafe is at 229 Upper Thomson Rd, Singapore 574361. Visit its Facebook for more information.

14. Tian Xia Bakery

Tian Xia Bakery is as heartland of a bakery as it gets. The under-HDB bakery has two locations in Singapore, one in Joo Seng and another in Ang Mo Kio. Waffles (from $1.50) here are on the thinner side, which helps it become crispier while offering a satisfying chew. There are savoury fillings too: Cheese and Ham & Cheese.

Tian Xia Bakery is at 2 Upper Aljunied Ln, #01-15 Joo Seng Green, Singapore 360002 and Ang Mo Kio Street 22, Kebun Baru Mall, Singapore 563226.

15. Crescent Waffle & Sandwich Shop

Nestled amidst an eclectic mix of shops in Fortune Centre is Crescent Waffle & Sandwich Shop. The cafe was opened by mother-and-daughter duo Serene Teo and Yeo Kaiwen and offers drinks, sandwiches, and cakes alongside the popular (and crispy) Pandan Waffle (from $2). Recommended flavours are the tangyuan-inspired Black Sesame, Red Bean, and Ham & Cheese. Cream Cheese and Ondeh Ondeh are other interesting flavours besides the familiar pairings.

Crescent Waffle & Sandwich Shop is at 190 Middle Rd, #01-17 Fortune Centre, Singapore 188979. Visit its Instagram for more information. 

This article was originally published on Dec 26, 2022 and updated on Mar 12, 2025.