Why not fit in some art appreciation while you work? This F&B and retail concept launchd within National Gallery Singapore opened only at the end of last year. It’s airy and bright and has a great view of the Padang too.

#01-05, 1 St. Andrew’s Road; open Sun-Thu & Public Holidays 10am-7pm, Fri & Sat, eve of Public Holidays 10am-10pm. www.facebook.com/GalleryandCo

Jimmy Monkey brings the Melbourne cafe experience to Singapore, with coffee brewed with its impressive Slayer Espresso machine. Enjoy a toasted foccacia or a slice of cake while you work in this quiet (in a good way) cafe. And, with roasting of beans done on-site, you’ll always have the nice aroma of coffee to keep you company.

#01-51, 9 One-North Gateway, One-North Residences; open Mon-Fri 8.30am-8.30pm, Sat & Sun 8.30am-6pm. www.jimmymonkey.com

20 Kandahar Street; open Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm, Fri & Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-7pm. www.maisonikkoku.co

#01-02,20 Martin Road, Seng Kee Building, Robertson Quay; open Sun-Thur 8.30am-10.30pm, Fri & Sat 8.30am-12.30am. www.thebookcafe.com.sg

It’s hard to miss this little yellow shophouse and the scent of baking wafting from its doors is sure to entice you in. While it does offer an impressive array of muffins, there are also sandwiches and salads to choose from so you’ll certainly be fed well while you work.

112 Telok Ayer Street; open Mon 8am-6pm, Tue-Fri 8am-10pm, Sat 11am-4pm, closed on Sun and Public Holidays. www.themuffinry.com

Set up by Australian Toby Smith, a coffee artisan who spent years perfecting the art and science of roasting coffee. Needles to say, the coffee here is fantastic and, with it overlooking the Singapore River, you’re guaranteed a good view too.

#01-03/04, 8 Rodyk Street, open Sun-Thurs 7.30am-6pm, Fri & Sat 7.30am-8pm. www.tobysestate.com.sg