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Casual, book-filled hangout dishing up breakfast staples, bowls, burgers & noodles, plus coffee.

4.4 (1,473 reviews) • Coffee Shops • Singapore

The Book Cafe is a casual coffee shop in Singapore, decorated with shelves of books and designed as a relaxed place to eat, drink and linger. The menu covers breakfast staples, rice and grain bowls, burgers and noodle dishes, alongside a range of coffee. Its typical visitors include office workers on a weekday break, students, families at weekends, and people looking for a quiet spot to read or work over a meal.

The cafe’s main point of difference is its combination of a bookish, hangout atmosphere with a broader menu than most neighbourhood coffee shops. Rather than focusing on a single cuisine or a narrow coffee-only offer, it runs a mixed kitchen that spans Western-style breakfast, Asian noodle dishes and burgers. The book-filled interior sets the tone, making it suited to slower visits rather than quick takeaway stops.

The Book Cafe holds a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 1,458 reviews, a volume that indicates steady public feedback over time. Visitors should expect a casual, unhurried setting. Opening hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm on Mondays and Tuesdays, and 8:30am to 9:30pm from Wednesday to Sunday, so checking the hours before a late visit is sensible.

Services

  • Breakfast menu, including Western-style and café staples
  • Rice and grain bowls
  • Burgers
  • Noodle dishes
  • Coffee and other drinks
  • Dine-in seating in a book-filled setting

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Book Cafe do?

The Book Cafe is a casual coffee shop in Singapore offering breakfast staples, bowls, burgers and noodles, along with coffee. It operates as a dine-in hangout with a book-filled interior, suited to meals, catch-ups and quiet time with a drink.

Is The Book Cafe good?

The Book Cafe has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 1,458 reviews. That review volume suggests consistent public feedback, though individual experiences will vary, so reading recent reviews may help set expectations for a particular visit.

Where is The Book Cafe located?

The Book Cafe is based in Singapore. A full street address was not available in the listing data, so check the official website or Google Maps for directions before visiting.

How do I contact The Book Cafe?

You can call The Book Cafe on +65 6887 5430 or visit their website at https://www.thebookcafesg.com/ for menu and contact details.

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Casual, book-filled hangout dishing up breakfast staples, bowls, burgers & noodles, plus coffee.

20 Martin Rd, #01-02 Seng Kee Building, Singapore 239070
4.4
1,473 reviews

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Key Facts

Google Rating
4.4 (1,473)
Category
Coffee Shops
City
Singapore

Location

20 Martin Rd, #01-02 Seng Kee Building, Singapore 239070

Located in Seng Kee Building

Opening Hours

  • Monday 8:30am-5:30pm
  • Tuesday Today 8:30am-5:30pm
  • Wednesday 8:30am-9:30pm
  • Thursday 8:30am-9:30pm
  • Friday 8:30am-9:30pm
  • Saturday 8:30am-9:30pm
  • Sunday 8:30am-9:30pm

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