Chye Seng Huat Hardware

This Cafe gets a solid four stars for the ambience and food that it delivers. From the outside, it looks really bad and run down. But the moment you step inside, it is a really hit café with a very large crowd. The food is actually quite expensive, but some of the dishes are quite good. A very nice hidden location where it is far away from town and only people who knows it will find it.

Every time I visit Singapore, I always come to this fantastic cafe. It’s a lovely cool heritage spot. Evolving menu of western brunch faves and quality baked goods. The coffee is probably the best part, whether hot or cold, espresso, filter, or brew. Great spot to while away some time.

The setting is cozy and reminds me of the cafes I visited in Bangkok and Malaysia (e.g. Factory and Soil). Food portions are big and taste great. I tried their latte (not too sweet), had a mushroom fete toast and a bucket of wigs to share. My family ordered different dishes - avocado toast, triple cheese sandwich and pasta. Food isn't too rich. Apparently their filter coffee is a recommended drink but I decided to go for latte that is in a bigger cup.

Finally came here to try, such a popular place but didn’t manage to come before. Fantastic coffee and very friendly service too. The staff was very thoughtful too - saw that I was holding an iPad and suggested I sit at a different seat where there was power socket to charge my devices. Too bad I didn’t have much time and had to leave after not long. Indoor area is popular hence not so conducive for calls as it is not so quiet (not the fault of the cafe). So I went to the outdoor area to take my call. But unfortunately the weather was very hot (also not the fault of the cafe), else it is a very nice area actually, I see they sell alcohol there.

Your extraordinary coffee stop in the neighbourhood, with a magnificent selection of dishes, coffee and pastries. Definitely a spot to grab your coffee on the way or enjoy a perfect dish inside or on the terrace! The filter coffee selection is brilliant, the exotic flavours and origins are beautifully presented and explained. If you’re on a diet, stay away from the pastry window or try to ignore it on the menu, you’ve been warned.

Great Food, But Service Needs Work Dropped by Chye Seng Huat Hardware and tried the fried chicken bucket—honestly, it was so good. Crispy, juicy, and super satisfying. The space itself has a cool, industrial vibe that’s perfect for hanging out or grabbing brunch with friends. That said, the service was quite slow and a bit chaotic. It felt like the staff were overwhelmed or not quite in sync, which took away from the overall experience. I’d still come back for the food, but I hope they can streamline the service a bit—it would make a big difference!

Enjoyable experience at cafe. The chocolate brownie was just the right about of sweetness with a thick chocolatey finish. The ice cream was paired nicely. Overall a good dessert. A bit loud and busy but a nice place to relax for a bit with coffee.

The vibe at Chye Seng Huat Hardware is top-notch — I really appreciated the nostalgic charm and old-school decor that gives the place a unique character. Sadly, the coffee and food didn’t quite match up to the ambiance. The Long Black leaned too heavily into a bitter, over-roasted profile, and even our seasoned mocha drinker found the mocha harsh and unbalanced. As for the Charred Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts — it was missing the char entirely. I’ve tried nearly a hundred versions of this dish, and this one came in last. The combination of curry spice, tomato tang, rocket bitterness, and pomegranate sweetness clashed rather than blended. It just didn’t come together. Honestly, the Gumption coffee I brewed at home was miles ahead in both depth and balance. Great setting, but the experience left more to be desired.

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Good and cool retro sort of vibes. Coffee is alright. A few tables are just too small and uncomfortable.

Great ambiance and well-extracted coffee.

Been to this place second time .... don't be duped by the hardware shop from outside, it is a cool place for coffee and beer. Not many choice for dinner, but they are all delicious. I like their salmon donburi. The price is slightly high, but the ambience is cool

It's interesting to witness what's going on at Jalan Besar and its vicinity. The neighbourhood is slowly changing hardware stores and workshops for cool hostels, galleries and coffee shops. Chye Seng Huat Hardware Coffee is the perfect example of this process. The building used to house hardware companies. Now it is a coffee bar, gallery and roastery. It is so hip it makes me feel like I'm back on Mexico City's ultra-hipster neighbourhoods. It has a very cool atmosphere, complete with a turntable for vinyls (actually they just plug a tablet into it, but I'd like to think it works), industrial-style benches, free lo-fi newspapers, and a colourful, friendly staff. At the coffee bar they sell amazing coffee. The cold brews are very good, served in cute medicine bottles. They even have cold brewed coffee on tap, which is fresh and tasty. I also tried an earl grey cheese cake which was superb. Prices are -not surprisingly -higher than on any average kopitiam, but lower than most of those corporate coffee-shops we all know so well. Some people admit it, most of us don't, but we all have a tiny little hipster deep inside us. And that tiny little hipster loves this kind of coffee bars. So, why not embrace the hip and treat ourselves with high-quality coffee? This is a place worth visiting, repeatedly.

For the coffee lovers - pretty basic with their coffee menu; does have quite a good pastry/ cake selection; even pastas and Rosti as well. Was pretty satisfied with my latte though I would have preferred them to have syrup on their selfservice condiments counter - I like my coffee sweet. Their lemonade was really well made too, like a fizzy mojito without the alcohol. The ambience and facade of a hardware store was also very interesting.

From the same roaster as Papa Palheta (also the roaster's name), Pulp and Loysel's Toy and the coffee here is the same quality but in a cooler and more hipster like setting of an old hardware store. Here they have a very nice cafe part as well as a roasting and tasting annex and some outdoor seating. The coffee is good without being spectacular but the presentation of the filter coffee is very nice when they serve in cute little bottles. The espresso based coffees are also good and the cakes and pastries are too good to not eat one or two (or occasionally even more). The food is standard cafe fare and I have been rather underwhelmed by the quality so would come here for the coffee, the cakes and nice setting. Service is usually friendly and if you sit sit the bar it tends to be more talkative. One drawback is the lack of free wifi but perhaps intentional to not have people sit around for too long.

First time here and love it! The service was very good, everybody seems always in the mood. I love my latte, which had similar taste with tiong bahru bakery or penny university, dont know if they're using the same beans (?). The barista lady gave me different latte art (yes i ordered 2 cuppa!). The french toast was delish! i'm not eating pork and i asked for a plain omelette and they kindly made it for my son with no hassle. Overall, it was great. I can see my self going back here soon!

Overall, I enjoyed my experience at CSHH. It's a quaint coffee shop and great for a quick bite. I ordered the "salmon toastie" which was great. They food was presented well and tasted good. My only issue was the cold brew nitro coffee on tap. I've had nitro beers and coffees before, however, this one was a bit flat. Other than that, no complaints. I would definitely return again for the food and maybe opt for a different drink instead

No hardware but they take their coffee very seriously... and fun industrial feel. Wild mushroom pasta is excellent and the tuna salad is ok. Seating is limited and place is humming with hipsters and early thirty-something's. Cold nitro coffee on tap is exactly what it sounds like but no alcohol :( Worth a visit for sure!

It's ok. Hip place, interesting decor, love the space....but......the buts are below: Latte - I've had better ones. I like my coffee robust and rich. This one is quite there yet. After hearing all the hype, I have to say I am a tad disappointed. Coffee ale - interesting. It reminds me of a light stout, but not something I'd crave. Banana cake - probably the best thing here for me. Moist and banana-y. Good to go if I am in the neighborhood but not enough to make it a destination. It's so popular these days that it is virtually impossible to get a spot indoors. If you come in a group (more than 3 or 4), you probably have to sit out in the yard. Not exactly fun if the weather is hot like these couple of weeks.

Super cute little cafe!! Really wonderful coffee and pastries. The ambience and service was amazing - great little hipster pocket in the city. My only complaint would be that they did not have soy or almond milk. Will definitely be back for craft beer and pizza at night!

I'm always a bit hesitant when I read Marcus L.'s reviews. I find him to be a very optimistic man. But, I can certainly say now that he KNOWS his coffee. And, folks, Chye Seng Huat Hardware KNOWS their coffee. They KNOW KNOW KNOW--if you know, know what I mean. My gf and I stopped by after brunch and tried their signature blend, Treva Link (I believe?). It was fantastic to the very last drop! I generally don't finish my coffee at artisan places, but my pretty coffee cup was licked dry! The tables and bars are kind of small so I don't recommend ordering a proper meal. There was barely enough space to hold our two small espressos cups so I can't imagine two full plates on top of that. This place is definitely more of a coffee haven to chit chat so no book worms, please! The crowd does seem to be the hipster type. A trend I seeing bursting along Jalan Basar and Tiong Bahru. But hey! Who doesn't love the Brooklyn, Filmore, or Art District kind of vibe? If you miss the art-sy, popular coffee shops found in New York, San Francisco, or L.A., definitely stop by this place.

Tucked away in the most unlikely place in Singapore, Chye Seng Huat Hardware does not sound or look like it would be a "hip" hangout place from the outside. Once you step inside though, you're greeted with a nice little cafe with cozy decor and chill music. Yep - a speakeasy-ish coffeehouse. who would've thought? We arrived 45 minutes after noon and the place was packed. We couldn't get a seat inside (which is very limited) and had to settle for an outside seat. It wasn't ideal after walking in the sweltering sun, but after sipping on the cold brew it was quite comfortable. If you come here around 2pm be prepared to wait for a seat. Some people were definitely eyeing our table as we were finishing our brunch. Cold Brew Coffee $7 - I would really like to try their hot coffee, but for reasons stated above I would be absolutely crazy not to go for the cold brew. I'm not a coffee connoisseur by any means, but this was really good quality coffee. I loved that it came in a cute medicine bottle and "deconstructed" form so you can mix it up to your desired sweetness! Scrambled Eggs $11 - It's a small portion for me, but I'm a big eater. Price is very reasonable in relative to other brunchy places / cafe in Singapore. Raspberry Financier - My friend got this to share. I have no idea how to pronounce the name of this cake, but it was good and not overly sweet Red Velvet Muffin $3.80 - This is such a disappointment! The cream was half frozen and the cake was really dry. I would never waste money on this again.

*Drum rolls* CSHH is the flagship store of Papa Palheta. If you like PPP, you will definitely love this place featuring a Coffee Bar, Coffee Retail, The Roastery, The Workshop and The Annex. The roastery and coffee bar is exactly what it means, the annex is where the tasting happens (call and reserve in advance! 23 bucks!) and the coffee retail is where they display the coffee gadgets and add ons some of which are really interesting. Jalan Besar is definitely not the easiest place to get to but I went there twice without driving. so its not impossible lol. Don't be fooled by the front of the store, it may look closed due to the shutter grills but the "main entrance" is actually on the side, just like how PPP's entrance was behind. Pretty cool concept and it definitely fits well into the entire row of shophouses in the area. Check out the menu too. its really simple.. espresso + milk, espresso + water and brewed coffee. no coffee jargon involved. with a really interesting drink that I didn't get a chance to try.. the beer (& coffee) moment where the description was something like Jungle Beer x Papa Palheta if I am not wrong. maybe someone who has tried that can let me know if its awesome :p Smooth, creamy with no residual bitterness.. Coffee junkies.. u know where to head to for your next caffeine fix.

Food is average but Coffee here is very good!! The reataurant looks like a hardware store from outside. But it is a huge coffee thing inside. Beside the drink and food area, there is a coffee selling shop inside, a coffee making class on the second floor. Would def try the coffee making class when I have time.

Reviewing the evening bar, not the coffee (I'm sure Papa Palheta deserves their reputation but I'm firmly in the Nylon camp). The beers were expensive as expected, and nothing special. My amber ale tasted like Tiger with food colouring. The special was a low alcohol lager infused with mandarin peel and tasted just like it sounded, but it was, to be fair, $8 a pint. There were only 4 choices and I wanted none of them. I suspect there were bottled beers on offer (one of the staff was sipping some) but without a menu or any kind of visibility it would be hard to order them. Just down the road are Char and 1925, the former serves Hobgoblin and the latter has decent home brews, better options if beer is what you're after. The DJ's volume was too high so the evening ended in sore throats. It's strange because there is no dance floor nor dancing. At around 10pm the DJ changed and the sound was pushed even higher. At this point we were screaming at each other, gave up after 5 minutes and moved on. The place seems to be a LBGT cruising spot and at least a third of the audience was visibly LBGT, as well as many on the staff. The food looked like normal pub food. Fries, mac n cheese, etc. I'd rather eat at the numerous hawkers (in fact that's what we did). Young and hipster crowd mostly, many fashionable ang mohs. Loads of selfies and Instagram. Maybe I'm getting old.

Other reviews have covered all the basics -The Roastery, The Annex, the food & pastries and the like, although few ever mention the small indie style shop on the second floor of the building. Offering small batch personal and home items, the second floor gallery space is perfect for a lazy afternoon browse after enjoying a coffee and a spot of lunch at Chye Seng Huat Hardware. While there are few other similarly designed spaces in Singapore, such as A.R.C, or roasting their own beans, such as Common Man and Nylon, the Chye Seng Huat Hardware space is my by far my favorite. Even if you don't opt for a baked good, just a block away is the Broadway Hawker Center, ready to fill your post coffee tummy.

You'd probably dismiss Chye Seng Huat Hardware because of its rather nondescript traditional looking exterior. Go through the gate and you'll find a very cool and newly opened little coffee joint hidden inside. We popped by CSHH (I have so much problem trying to remember the name!) for lunch and the food there is so-so, nothing particularly outstanding and must-have - it's a coffee joint after all so food isn't quite the key thing here and it shows. The omelette was a tad small, the beef patty's a little lacking in taste for me (though presented beautifully with 3 different condiments), but the salami sandwich was ok. The really unusual thing they have here is Coffee Ale - a special collaboration of Papa Pahelta beans with local brewery Jungle Beer. Owner Leon who was in store that day took time out to explain the brewing process quite thoroughly - this is a guy who knows his beans and beer! It was a really unusual brew with a pleasant (not overwhelming) coffee smell and aftertaste, yet still refreshing as a cold beer is. The staff here are friendly and amiable, the environment is cozy and organic, definitely an upcoming hipster hang-out and a nice place to chill out (hopefully it doesn't get too crowded!). Besides the main area, there are also smaller areas behind - an Annex, Workshop and Roastery, as well as an empty courtyard which I assume is where the crowd might spill over to in future.

Adding on to the indie cafe scene, Chye Seng Huat by Papa Palheta does a coffee education, true to its roots as a coffee roastery and father of third movement in Singapore. They kept the exterior of the hardware store and also elements of steel bars and grills are incorporated into the interior. The food is surprisingly fantastic despite the rather limited menu. Each item is carefully crafted. The platter saw a fresh mix of pork rillette, duck terrain, salami and Parma ham. The smoked salmon sandwich was also delightful. Save some space for their desserts. The hazelnut ginger tea cake was a great end to a fantastic meal.

Cold brew coffee was spot on! Strong, smooth and served ice cold, it was perfect! Space is very cool - industrial vibes galore. Menu looks very unique and cool. Large display of sweet treads by the till, the Earl Grey Cheesecake looks yummy! Staff are informative and very friendly. Wish I lived near by!

It's name is very misleading, the shopfront (if you even call it that) depicts that of a hardware company very convincingly. Housed in a standalone shop house on Tyrwhitt Road, this new coffee bar is an interesting mix of the old and the new. While it's exterior retains the traditional look of a usual shophouse, complete with chinese characters on its walls and metal bars at its windows, the interior is an interesting spin on the modern day cafe and bar. I had their pistachio cranberry cake as well as their raspberry fingers. For $4 for 2 slices of their cakes, it is one of the most value-for-money ones around. It was pretty nice too, albeit being a tad bit too sweet. I had a regular flat white, as well as a cold brew. While the flat white did not impress, the cold brew had an interesting acidic and slightly fruity undertone. It was a nice refreshing drink that is great to have on a hot day. They also have The Annex, which is reserved for exclusive tasting sessions involving coffee and light bites at $23 per pax.

Been here twice and I love the place. The coffee's good (no ice lattes though), and there's a wide selection of pastries and cakes to go along with it. So far, I've found myself sitting outside which is the smoking corner. Most of the people tend to sit inside so the smoking area is always available. A good place to sit down and have coffee when you're bored.

Quite simply, one of the better coffee places you can find in Singapore. The baristas take great pride in make the coffee. Just note, I'm not a fan of their nitro-coffee thing. The one where they brew their beer like a stout. I'd keep away if I were you.

I'll give it a 5 star for the conversion of a heritage building to a spacious cafe with micro roaster . This cafe attracts both locals coffee enthusiast and expats on a weekend brunch. As much as I love the space, coffee wise, it's too watery and milky for my liking.

walked straight passed #chyesenghuathardware the first time. Super cute #coffeebar their mini #espresso with milk is a #perfectpiccolo #breakfast menu could use 1 or 2 lighter options which is how I ended up having #delicious warm toasted banana bread with #tdf #espressobutter and #coffee #icecream.... Because that's not heavy or rich at all for #breaky. If you're into the #pourover definitely check out this place, they take it very seriously #singapore #singaporefood #sgfood. #CSHH #CAKES #burple

I almost didn't want to go inside when I saw the place from that outside, but I'm glad I did. They brew a well balanced, slightly fruity, light roast espresso just how I like them. Pleasant ambiance, but the music is a bit too overpowering.

Chye Seng Huat Hardware - Top 3 Cuppa in Singapore Chye Seng Huat Hardware ('CSHH') is the second outpost of Papa Palheta which located in the new headquarters for Papa Palheta. Instead of going the boutique way, such as in Bukit Timah establishment, CSHH is a full fledge café serving Coffee, Coffee flavoured beer, food and desserts. At the back of the café, you can see their workshop roasting machines. Beside the workshop is the Annex, this is where you can buy coffee beans and other coffee apparatus. The coffee school and gift shop can be located on the second floor. This time around, I decided to pop by for a quick shot of caffeine and a quick bite before my next appointment in Novena. The coffee here can be considered as one of the best roasted coffee beans in Singapore. Just check with the crowds flocking this place every day. With the third wave coffee movement hitting its stride in Singapore, you can be sure that you will get a good cuppa just by judging the Rosetta latte art in your coffee. If it does not have one or the rosetta does not look good, you better lower your expectations. Most of the time, CSHH will be using their own blend of coffee bean which is known as Terra Firma for their milk base coffee, such as cappuccino, latte, other variety. Their coffee is smooth, dark with a slight chocolate flavour at the end. The best part, is that you will not need to add sugar into it. For food, this is the first time around I have a grub here. Ordered The BLT sandwich, and it does not disappoint. The bacon and bread is nice and crispy. The tomato and lettuce inside the sandwich is fresh. They serve the sandwich with chips and mesclun salad with Italian dressing. Overall, the quality of the coffee here is excellent. The top 3 best coffee in Singapore in my opinion. Don't forget to check out The Annex for coffee beans and coffee apparatus. Cheers!! Food & Drink: 8/10 (Coffee 9.5/10) Value: 8.5/10 Service: 7.5/10 Ambiance: 7.5/10 *** If you want to check out the complete review with pictures, please click on my food blog. The link is on my profile page

Disclaimer time: I have to admit my review is a little biased - I used to work with these guys, and I'm ever so proud of what they've done. Chye Seng Huat Hardware, or CSHH, (or Ah Huat, if you will) is really the evolution of the Papa Palheta coffee journey, which began just over three years ago (three years and two days, as of this review). This place is in a word - cool. You can come here for three things: 1. A coffee. Beans are roasted by the team in their other locations, but operations will be centralised to the Workshop (in the adjacent building in the near future). Your beverage is made before you, in the island bar, and you can see the baristas in action, no matter if it's an espresso-based coffee, or one of the many other filter brews. 2. On quieter days, a conversation. Talk to the baristas - the island bar is built for interaction, and ask them why the do things a particular way. Like why your filter coffee has water poured in a particular fashion, and the importance of the right temperature. 3. A taste experience. If you're a little more keen, call ahead to book a session at the Annex. You can geek out with a few of your friends over the intricacies of flavour in each small-batch-roasted origin, and even get some off-the-menu treats as flavour pairings. If you're mega-geeking it out, there's number 4. An education. They do barista training upstairs as well, so if you've wanted to get behind the coffee counter, here's where you can start. As a barista, I can't think of many other places I would want to be/work at. and If you're as much of a coffee geek as me, you'll feel the same way.

OK, as far as the roast quality and barista-ship goes, I'm a fan of Papa Palheta. I think the coffee here is probably the best in Singapore. That's where it ends for Chye Seng Huat however. I get that it's trendy & cool, with the pseudo-industrial layout and the name that harks back to Singapore's roots. I'm down with all that. But the place on weekends is a madhouse. No table service means long queues to order coffee. I've sometimes had to wait 15 minutes in queue just to get an order in. Hell if they were serving $1 kopitiam stuff I'd probably be fine with that but considering the prices here, a bit of table service wouldn't be too much to ask. But if people are willing to queue then table service would probably be bad business. Similarly, I assume, comfortable seating with ample space would be bad business. Why give people space & comfort when you can pack them in & contort them like sardines? Turn those covers! Good business, Papa. Good business. Related side-note: I once saw two rather portly gentlemen and one very large lady try to squeeze themselves onto their bar-stools. It was... uncomfortable to watch. I actually had to look away. I'm also not a huge fan of the food, which is 90% misses with very few hits. I frequent this joint reasonably often as it's near where I live. On my last visit I ordered a benedict. The eggs were overcooked and the ham... my God the ham. It was that radioactive pink colour. I'm not even sure that it was technically "ham". Well maybe technically but it sure didn't taste like it. So what's a four star rating doing accompanying a review that sounds this bad? The coffee is that good, guys.

The good: Fantastic space, very friendly staff (smiles and was asked if my coffee was good) considering it was packed. The crumble cake was decent and the coffee I drank was surprisingly tasty. I'm not a huge coffee fan but when I do, it's full of sugar. This one (bright brew) I drank straight up and loved it. Cudos. The bad: Selection lacks. From food to drink options, I struggled to find anything I really wanted to order. Mentally I was prepared for breakfast, which they didn't have. Another huge bummer, no soy. It's Asia, almost 40% (could be way off, but it's high) of people are lactose intolerant. Need a non dairy option stat! Another thing was the music, I was only there for 25 minutes and heard the same song twice. Saw a record player playing spinning, but it seems it's there for show and not to actually play music. If I'm wrong, mix up the records, if I'm not, plug it in and let people play the records they want to hear. Turntables are not meant to be props. The ugly: Couldn't fit my finger in the cup handle, how am I suppose to drink?! Almost dropped it a few times while sipping, which would have been extra embarrassing since it seemed everyone there is there to stare at each other.

CSHH is the new flagship venue of the Papa Palheta group. Located on Tyrwhitt Road (beside Jalan Besar stadium), CSHH is a roastery, retail space and coffee academy. The Steeping Room - previously a pop up space at Bras Basah - makes a welcome return in the form of the Annexe, a dedicated area for coffee and food pairing. Papa Palheta cafes tend to have a very distinct decor, feel and atmosphere - CSHH is no exception. The original shell of the hardware store is intact, with art deco lettering and exposed light fixtures enhancing the effect. The interior is bright, airy and contemporary - a new lease of life for one of the old workshops that was here before. Combined with a large retail space, this is not unlike Barista Jam in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong - a venue I like a lot. As always, I started by ordering an Espresso. The blend used was a combination of Brazilian Coromandel, Guatamelan Antigua and Ethiopian Sidamo. In general, Brazilian and Guatamelean coffees have hints of chocolate, and low acidity, while Ethiopian sidamo has a smooth aftertaste. The shot had an intense aroma, with a dark brown crema, indicitave of freshly roasted beans. There was a syrupy mouthfeel that I typically notice in shots from third wave outlets - this is an indicator that the shot has been extracted for the correct amount of time. The intensity and robust body of the shot was evident from the first tasting - the combination of dark chocolate paired with a citrus, floral notes gives rise to a complex, long lasting bouquet with perfect balance. The aftertaste lingers, and I could taste it long after I had finished my shot. Some things are simply better in their places of origin - like eating chicken rice in Singapore, or drinking Guinness in Dublin, drinking a Papa Palheta blend in CSHH was a coffee experience to savour. There were more notes, flavour and mouthfeel in the last few drops than in any number of shots from other cafes. I ordered a Cappuccino also. It arrived with beautiful latte art and dark brown foam - a nice contrast of light and darkness. There was a lovely foamy, light texture with an intense coffee hit a few seconds later. The espresso did not dominate in this drink, even though it was a strong shot - the milk and espresso work in conjunction, a 1-2 punch straight to the pallete, where one hits right after the other. They accentuate each other rather than fight for dominance on your taste buds. The layer of foam on top was the correct thickness also - a simple thing, but not something that every cafe gets right. The retail space is large and well stocked, with Chemex woodneck products, Hario Buono kettles paired with V60 pourover rigs, Aeropress and syphons all on display. There were 5 bean varities available also, which can be bought whole, or ground on request. Professional espresso machines and grinders are available. This is significant - the staff are are baristas who use machines such as these each day, rather than sales people who may receive commission for recommending a particular type. Some other notable points are the menu, which has a wide variety of brewing types, and clever pairings of food to coffee. Also, I like the pairing of Jungle Beer (brewed in Admiralty) and Papa Palheta coffee - this is entirely consistent with the creative approach of Papa Palheta. I have not yet tried the Annexe, where food, coffee and alcohol pairings are explored more fully, but based on the work that has been done in CSHH to date (and from one or two experiments that are being prepared at present), this is something to look forward to. In short, it's some of the best coffee that I've had. The original Papa Palheta at Hooper Road may be no more, but the same intense, robust and complex shots live on in a quiet street at Jalan Besar.

You know I'd really love to like Chye Seng Huat. I don't hate it but I don't love it either. Actually, I'm just bitter that they got rid of their original french toast. The brioche one with loads of banana slices and swimming in maple syrup. Add a bit of powder sugar, almond slices and we were golden. Maybe I came back too late for a second helping because last time I went it was no more. I didn't get what I came for and instead got a really sad looking plate of what they wanted to pass off as french toast. Bring it back CSHH, then maybe we can be friends again.

After walking up a narrow stair case that gave the impression of hidden wonders I was greeted into a small room that appeared to be something out of Alice in wonderland, the room was very small and in every way taken over by coffee machines of all sorts and sizes so finding space to sit was a little tough. Turns out they are renovating the downstairs cafe so this is more of a pop up store in the meantime. If you don't mind sitting amongst the makers of natures nectar (coffee machines) which I didn't, it was actually a very nice experience to sit and collect my thoughts. There wasn't a good selection of food but understandable as they currently don't have a kitchen. I'd love to come back in Feb once they have finished the renovations and see what treats are in store. In the meantime, it's a great place if you feel like having a coffee and collecting your thoughts - amongst coffee machines.

If you're not a coffee fan (like me) and can't tell the difference between a kopi-o at the local hawker center and the new Starbucks Asian Dolce Latte (I swear by God they taste the same) then don't come here. Because you'll not be able to appreciate the coffee - tried the latte and house brew but couldn't tell the difference between this coffee and others. I think the food here is decent (tried the pancakes and french toast) but there are better places for food if you're really hungry. I can imagine this being a nice chill out place but when I reached on Saturday afternoon is was just super crowded, and packed to the brim. Managed to get seats but I found them squeezy and it was hard to get past the long line of people at the counter. The one thing I liked was the lemonade though! Tastes exactly like a virgin mojito. Yum :)

Good coffee. I mean really good coffee is actually harder to find in Singapore than you would think given the plethora of coffee shops opening here. Chye Seng Huat's blend is not only good on most days, it can be one of the best in Singapore. We have been tag teaming this establishment and Toby's Estate over in Robertson Quay for sometime and we think Chye Seng Huat may be starting to edge out the Quay's competition including Kith. Having said that, the reason why they lost out those extra points to score well in my books: 1. Their food is just A-OK. I think the best dish I've had in there is their steak sandwich. Cakes lift their game a little. 2. Floor service is really good for a coffee shop so the fact that they have so many service staff on the floor puzzled me as to why the staff can't take orders. You must go queue at the cashier and order there. Make sense? Not to me. They have a strength but are not entirely using it effectively. 3. Cashier service, as it has become a customer front and interface is actually not that good despite the good floor service. As Chye Seng Huat has pushed the customer experience to us queuing at the cashier, I have to say that the cashier has on a number of occasions not controlled the queue properly by allowing selfish customers who stand right in front of the cashier waiting for their takeaway coffee and hindering attempts from customers behind wanting to place their order so they can sit down again! 4. Chye Seng Huat opens at 9am (its stated very clearly). Yet, on one morning, management apparently decided to hold a staff meeting at 9am that didn't finish until 9:30am. Not only that, they decided not to offer customers standing outside waiting to come in to sit down. So while the place definitely serves good coffee, we feel that management needs to pick up some common sense and optimise and improve quality of customer service and its hot food menu. Has POTENTIAL but is not recognising and/or addressing the gaps. I feel their overall rating is a little inflated because I have read reviews here where they point out similar flaws I've found and still rate it as 4 stars?!!! C'mon people. Stop promoting poor service in Singapore please.

I never figured it out...was it a hardware store? or was it built up as such? quite honestly it doesn't matter. The coffee here (iced or hot) is some of the best I had in Singapore...but it's a bit far to get to.

Absolutely delightful find! Loved the space, vibe, service and coffee options. We came here on Easter Sunday with recommendations to try the cold brew. I know I'm not normally a fan so opted for the regular brew of the day and was very pleased with my (very affordable) choice. After finishing my coffee I spent time wandering the cafe looking at the different coffee makers and observing the barristas making their creations. My only regret was not trying some of the food (which looked great!) and coming too early to browse the upstairs shop.

Situated in an old building the decor of the restaurant is quite unique, and although named like a hardware stall it sells anything but hardware. The menu has a whole lot of variety from pancakes, sandwiches, pastries to coffee and French toast. I really like their French toast and the maple syrup that they serve with it, a real valued for money dish. Their banana cake was really good too as i love the moist texture that it had and the little bits of banana that i could taste inside too. Service was really good too and i would definitely go back for more food and coffee and of course the unique looking stall too.

A nice idea and pleasant enough place. But with the ordering process it builds up the anticipation for some great coffee. Have to say I was greatly underwhelmed. I was gonna give a generous three stars but my Fellow yelper Li ting says it's two stars tops. Forgettable.

It's my go-to place for coffee! It serves the BEST coffee here! Love the snacks as well.

From the same people who brought you Loysel's Toy and Papa Pahelta, we now have another coffee experience brought to our shores. Featuring an island bar counter for you to watch the baristas at work, this joint promises a lot to come in terms of enjoying coffee. (I'm still reeling in all the information.) That aside, I dropped by early today for breakfast. Had the cold brew which was served in a medicine bottle-like jar. Very symbolic for how potent it is. I like it watered down slightly by the ice. Also had their breakfast in a cup which was a mix of tomatoes, herbs and eggs baked in a ramekin. Interesting concept which can do with more shaking up. I like how they continue to surprise. This one is one to watch.

Chye Seng Huat is a welcome addition to the cafe scene, in my opinon. With the recent cafe craze and mass genesis of indie/third wave cafes, CSHH really is a standout for a number of reasons. The space is really interesting. It looks like like a hardware store shophouse that isn't in use from the front. But if you walk in through the metal gate next to the shophouse shutter doors, then you're greeted with a hive of activity and a large courtyard area. The most interesting feature for me is the roastery. CSHH is owned by the people behind Loysel's Toy and Papa Pahleta's and I hear the coffee beans used at all three establishments are roasted at CSHH. The cafe area also has a unique layout/configuration, with a bar style coffee making area in the centre of the room. There are seats around the bar. The coffee itself is also really good. I like the new cold brew, though my latte was a little flat when I visited.

The location (tucked away in Jalan Besar with a nondescript entrance ) and concept (nostalgic exterior) makes CSHH a go to place for people looking for something more than just a cup of coffee. However, the lacklustre mains really let this place down. The food tasted and looked like cold fast food. I had pancakes with sour cream and smoked salmon, topped with beansprouts. It looked and tasted like it was hastily put together. The chicken wrap and banana cake were better and more enjoyable. Having said that, the coffee is, like what the other reviewers have said, quite good. And I would pop by here for a cup if I am ever in the area. But I would hesitate to recommend it to people who want to come all the way down to have a meal.

Sigh. Their coffee sucks. We ordered cappuccino, an espresso and drip filter. Cap and espresso were bad -- I guess the machine was way too hot during the pour. Filter was meh. This place has a roaring business. Its a 'hip' place. Its style over substance. What they serve is at best passable. I wish Liberty up the road was open more frequently. THAT is a good spot for coffee.

I love this place!! I was told by a local to come here, and I was not disappointed. This is coffee roasting at its finest complete with a coffee bar to enjoy your favorite brew and some delicious homemade snacks as well. I had a flat white perfectly blended with some curry puffs. Both were delicious and the price is on par with other coffee shops in Singapore except this one was top notch. Don't expect a place like this to ever be empty-if you want a seat you'll be waiting and or jumping in front of someone to take it, but the ambiance is cool, the music was nice and it was a great place to hangout. I ended up buying some beans here from their own blend-again the prices being very reasonable (10-18 SGD a bag) against the USA and other Singapore coffee shops. I must say the area throws you off a bit. It appears to be in a residential area with hardware stores around but the area is for sure in the process of changing. Don't expect free wifi-as in many places in Singapore since they don't want people camping out here for the day. However, clean toilets and free water abound!

The latest coffee joint also happens to be the most underground one. Disguised as a traditional hardware store on the exterior, it reveals a painfully hip interior that's sure to attract all the hipster and wannabe types. And the hipster invasion has already begun. Judging from our first visit there, conveniently located near my girlfriend's workplace, we stopped by after lunch expecting some peace and quiet before she went back to work, but we had no such luck. Well it wasn't noisy or overcrowded, but the overall vibe and feel there wasn't what we expected. That said, it won't deter us from coming back as the coffee on offer here is really good.

The latest hipster cafe is worth visiting. The general vibe is similar to that of Papa Palehtta. The coffee - Ethiopian cold brew - was decent. I really like the furnishing and deco of this place which was rather antiquated and the 360 degree coffee bar is the first in Singapore which gives the customers a full view of the baristas making the coffee. They also have an Annex, a place where they hold coffee-tasting sessions.

If you're looking for a bougie cafe and don't mind paying an arm and a leg, this place for you. If you're looking for coffee and a bite to eat (like I was) keep looking. I'm staying in Little India about 20 minute walk from CSHH. Let me start by saying there are barely any places to get coffee in the vicinity of my hotel so my gf and I walked a few blocks to 20F coffeehouse which was closed due to renovation. A guy who worked there recommended CSHH after I asked him if there was anywhere else to get coffee in the area. Although the menu prices were shocking, by the time we finally got to CSHH we were too hungry and in need of coffee to find yet another place to have breakfast. Needless to say it cost $48 for two of us to have a mediocre breakfast in a super busy cafe with no wifi (it's also confusingly half order-and-get-your-own-stuff and half waitress run... I was instructed to get my own napkins across the restaurant when I asked the waitress who delivered our food). Latte was ok.. Not at all worth $6. Lemonade was seltzer water with a squeeze of lemon and food was good but way over priced ($18 for eggs, ham, sausage and toast are you kidding me?!) this place deserves way more $s than Yelp gives it