Tiong Bahru Bakery

The original tiong bahru, tiong bahru bakery newly renovated, what a refreshed look. Matcha is really great, hojicha was amazing... so no longer a coffee place...but now my matcha favourite. Pastry variety had increased significantly, shioban is taking the limelight now, sweet and savory flavours. Their service crews are so helpful to find a seat for us, with lesser seat for dine in..I think it is definitely a takeaway favourite for me..

I enjoy coming to Tiong Bahru Bakery during lunch time — it’s air-conditioned, there are always seats available, and the back end of the café tends to be relatively quiet, making it a comfortable spot to unwind. The food is not too bad; their croissant is pretty tasty with a nice buttery aroma and flaky texture. Drinks, however, are slightly on the expensive side and taste fairly normal, nothing particularly special. Overall, I like visiting this place alone, as the ambience is calm and pleasant, perfect for a peaceful lunch or some personal downtime.

Without a word of a lie, the best pastries I've ever had in my life were from this bakery. Delicious, flaky, pillowy croissanrs, decadent pan au chocolate and heavenly canele. The coffee was nice and strong too (I got a piccolo latte). The range is massive and they have yummy looking sandwiches, as well as loaves of bread. The vibe inside is cool, and you can sit outside or takeaway. Highly recommend.

Visited this branch the first time. The pastries are arranged like any other bread shops in Singapore and you can self-serve before going to the cashier to pay for it. This is unlike other TBB outlets where every bread and pastry is behind the counter. Still, tables are first come first serve. There is no one to serve u a table and you have to find one yourself. Coffee and pastries that you asked to warm will be served to you. Service waiting time is pretty fast. There isn't a lot of tables btw, and we were here on a weekday so it was not crowded. For those who are driving here, the carparks immediately outside the cafe are for seasoned holders. I got a ticket within 5 mins! Don't risk it!

hmm, for me everything is sweet side, even the drinks also, such as “sweet burden” haha, I’m not used to such sweetness but it’s worth to try. The environment and decor quite nice, and self service to choose which food or salad, yogurt you wan just put on tray and then make payment as well, they will help transfer to small plate and serving. However during morning slot get crowded, really need have to wait for seat.

Loved the newly revamped concept of TBB. Bought their flagship store exclusive pastries and they were so so so good! Love how cute their new packaging of takeaway boxes/beverages and also the merchandises. Definitely a recommended place to go with friends.

Took out a Quiche and an Almond Croissant. The quiche was creamy, eggy, cheesy and delicious. The croissant, on the other hand was a bit of a letdown. It was dry, not too flaky and a bit short on almond cream. The best part of my store visit was being attended to by Ashley who was vibrant and bubbly. She explained their products well and encouraged me to come back to try their other bestsellers.

Love their new concept! Refreshing and definitely a great way forward for bread lovers! Highly recommended for both locals and tourist!

Ordered Kouign Amanns here and enjoyed them. Great neighborhood and fun to see the labels for items as giant mahjong tiles. Also great and steady wi-fi if you need to do a bit of work.

We tried the green tea croissant, kouign amann, and hojicha latte. The pastries were super tasty and huge (larger portion size than we expected!) and the hojicha latte was on point. I'm a sucker for green tea, but I think the original croissant would've been lovely as well. The pastry was flakey and buttery but not overly dense. It's definitely not a cheap bakery, but it's cute and hipster. The AC was on strong inside which was a nice relief and there was plenty of seating mid-day for us. We also saw folks having sandwiches/salads (or otherwise an actual meal) here and that also looked tasty. Staff was patient with us as we decided what to get, and our order was delivered our table shortly after. All in all, worth a visit if you're in the area!

After seeing so many locations of this chain around the city, my sister and I finally dropped in one afternoon to see what the fuss is about. If you are planning to sit in the store, they first lead you to your table where you can drop off your stuff before you get in line to order. Their specialty is french croissants as well as a selection of coffees and teas. The staff will warm up your pastries upon request and I definitely recommend doing so. We ended up trying the classic croissant and their almond croissant. Personally, I thought the plain croissant was pretty standard. I appreciated how flakey and buttery it was, but it wasn't crazy amazing either. I did like the almond croissant more and it had a great balance between being sweet and nutty. Overall, the pastries are solid, but everything here is expensive. I'd consider coming here if you want to sit for a while to catch up with someone or get some work done. However, if this is out of the way or you're expecting this to blow your mind, I'd just skip it.

Delicious!! Super busy because it's delicious!! Order at cashier get a table number and the drinks will be dropped off to you while you savor your chosen goodies! Yess!! (It's expensive but soooo worth it!)

Delightful little bakery that has some amazing treats! My brother comes here all the time so when I came to visit him, this was one of the places he took me to. We got the green tea croissant, a slice of the lemon drizzle cake and a hot chocolate to go. The croissant is probably one of the best croissants I've had. Very obvious green tea flavor in the stuffing but not at all overwhelming. The almonds and the croissant itself really added to the flavors. The lemon drizzle cake was good too but since I love lemon, it could've had more lemon in it :) the hot chocolate was perfect, not too sweet, not too bitter. All in all, great experience and I'm taking that green tea croissant home with me on the plane!

If you're desperate for a good French croissant, Tiong Bahru nails it. It's fluffy inside, has crisp outer layers that fall apart into flakes when torn apart and your fingers get a little greasy. My daughter loved it too. I tasted their croissant at their Safari location (such a cute ambiance!) and had a few other classic French items there. Hence, the determination to go to the original location. This bakery is a stone's throw away from Tiong Bahru Food centre, so if you're in the neighborhood, do stop by. Stick to the classics (plain croissant, latte, cannele) and save yourself some dough (haha) from the expensive items on the pastry display case. I tried a flawless looking chocolate eclair (S$7.50) but was a bit disappointed when I bit into it. The custard was nice tasting, but the outside didn't taste fresh. Things took a downturn when I received my iced earl grey lavender latte, because it arrived with just plain 3 tea bags. Did I just pay S$6.80 for ICED TEA?! I asked the lady who brought my tea to confirm this is my order, she came back to say this is correct. Last time I checked, a latte comes with milk (!!) should I have brought my own?! Also, do note that even if you purchase items for take away, you still get charged for the 10% cover charge. This place was named best French bakery in Singapore. I highly doubt it.

Neither my kouign amann nor my green tea croissant were as up to snuff as snob carb moi expected. The expectations were much too high. Certainly the ones I have had in other places had better buttery lamination with gooD flavor. The KA simply wasn't buttery or fluffy enough ( sounds funny that a KA could actually NOT be buttery enuf)-- And the caramel-y bit was amiss. Not cheap prices, just expected more. Places like B and arcisault and Tartine are my benchmark comparisons.

I set my expectations too high for a high-end bakery named after the hipster neighborhood it's in. When I arrived 5 minutes before closing time, I was hit with a nice gust of AC. As expected, options were limited. I expected some sort of discount, as many bakeries do near closing time, but they did not have. After I settled on the Mille Feuille, the older woman behind the counter said it was $9.10. The display had said $8.50, so I asked her if she charged me the dine-in price. Instead of just answering me, she snarkily started explaining that here in SINGAPORE, they have to pay a "thing" called "GST" to their government and this money does not go to them. I said yes, I've been in Singapore for 4 months already and that wasn't my question; I want to know if you know mine is to-go. Then she said, "you should know that already then." Who talks like that to a customer overpaying for your pastry? Eventually, I figured it out and said, oh I see that GST isn't included in the price, although sometimes it already is. But speaking of the Mille Feuille, it was such a letdown. The cream had barely any flavor and the puff pastry layers were bland too, leaning on the salty side. The highlight of this dessert was literally the raspberries.

Really awesome bakery in a young kinda hipster neighborhood of Singapore... make sure to walk around and check out stores/bookshops/murals! The croissant was heavenly, but i think my favorite part was the creams and jams available in little pots. I was able to put as much nutella as i wanted on my croissant, which made me quite happy :) Def take advantage!!

Amazing collection of pastries and the mocha was delicious! It is on the pricier side though. It was walkable from our hotel and is a very cute place

Let me begin by saying this is a small, neighborhood establishment. It opens at 8:00 AM. Me and my friend decide to get there before the opening because we had an engagement which required us to leave the hotel at 8:15 AM. We showed up at 7:45 AM and there was already a queue. This tells you how good this place is. Taking a hint from the French patisseries, this establishment is quaint and comfortable, typical of its European model. The individual comes in, grabs a Danish or a breaded product with a cappuccino, and makes their way towards the beginning of a new day. I cannot say enough about how good the bread is in this place! The almond croissant stole the day, it's crispy, sweet base contrasted delightfully with it's flaky, soft body. I almost wish I had purchased two of them! The apple (my apologies that I did not get the full name of it) also had that sweet succulent flavor combined with the flaky bread crust. The ham and cheese croissant would have been stupendous except the ham selection left a lot to be desired. Whenever I am in Singapore I will make it my business to show up at this establishment in order to enjoy it's fattening but delightful

Yes, it's as good as the hype. Take it from a pastry-hating, sweet-tooth-lacking miser. Even though the almond chocolate croissants are over $4, they are worth it. Their flaky outside somehow holds a thick, kind of gooey, but not cloying, center, outlined in good rich dark chocolate. The paper bag is hefty in your hand when you carry it out - felt like a good pound.

Amazing place for breakfast! Nothing short of perfection. The latte I ordered was flawless, and the salmon spinach quiche was simply delightful. I found nothing wrong with this place. It was not crowded, extremely clean, and the staff was engaging during our visit. I think a return visit is mandatory.

Delicious pastry.. I have tried many different bakeries and out of all the locations, this is the BEST. I can't remember the names of the pastries I ate but I have photos.. These are the most popular and best selling items in the store. Crispy outside and so soft inside... Also, their coffee is so good.. This is not normal coffee.. Just to give you an idea, Starbucks coffee level 3, coffee from here is level 8. Coffees are specially brewed by barista to perfection. It takes time to receive the order but worth it. I also ordered Ice Chocolate glass bottle drink because I love the bottle... Not only the bottle looks pretty, taste is even better. Very deep rich taste. Employee told me these are made and prepared daily. Very good but expensive compare to other items.. Next time, I should try their fresh juice...

We definitely over carb-ed here LOL trying everything and being two people, but ONE LIFE - NO REGRETS! Came on a weekend - and everyone was there!!! So super hard to get a table, we waited a bit. The traffic was just flowing with ppl buying pastries and coffee - some to go and some to stay. We bought a bunch of goodies. Then ate it. Then more goodies!!!!

Alway a lime at this outlet at lunch time. Good quality sandwiches and croissants. Almond croissant was a little heavy. Some sweet thing stuffed inside that makes it a bit jelat. Coffee is strong. Friendly service. Systematic way of dealing with the crowd. From the notice board, I found that they have another 100% gluten free cafe called The Butcher's Wife which is about 5 minutes from this cafe.

This place was right next yo my hotel. Lucky me!!. Ofcourse I got the croissant. Yummy. They are really soft and chewy. Not like typical croissants. I got the plain one with hot chocolate with soy milk. I got these 2 days back to back. I will likely go back for the hot chocolate but I had to say to myself "Self, you can't eat croissants every day while you are in Singapore!" So today I will go elsewhere. The store itself it's moderately sized. I really like the door.. Staff there are pleasant.

Nothing can beat handmade croissants with homemade pandan egg custard jam (free from the condiment bar). We have been going back to this place every time we are in Singapore. Located in quiet neighborhood, worth checking the shops around the bakery store.

Green tea almond croissant ($4.50) - 4 stars Much better than I last remember/reviewed, and probably one of the best croissants I've had in Singapore. Would love for it to be a bit less sweet though.

This is a really nice Little Bakery. They have many pastry selections as well as coffee to choose from. The Cinnamon Chocolate swirl that I ordered was nice and flaky and tasted good. Although the mocha that I had ordered was okay.

very nice bakery just outside the hawker center. nice place to cool off from the heat once you have had your hawker center fare. I was very impressed with their latte art! Nice selection of pastries and baked goods too.

Can here for the first time today as I've heard so much about this place. Could only try one thing as it was post-lunch dessert. The VANILLA MILLEFEUILLE was definitely the right choice. It was difficult to cut so we had to resort to using our hands, but it was heaven in every mouthful. The sweetness was just right. The vanilla cream just melts in your mouth and the the biscuity puffs sandwiching it were a perfect complement. My latte was alright - have had better coffee elsewhere. Ambiance is so-so. Would be nicer if the staff made sure all the tabletops were clean after customers leave. But if you're just grabbing and going, nothing to concern you about. I also bought some kouign amanns to go. Will update again if I end up being the one eating them!

COOL OFF They make 1 of the best coffees in Singapore and great pastry and cake. Their savoury not so good, no real selection of cold drinks. only 2 to select from so that was a bit strange. On the upside, this place is freezing inside. it's the first proper air conditioned establishment I have found here. so go in an cool off. I love the neighbourhood, very hip n happening. My mate lives upstairs so I like to visit and hang out here, great for people watching. Because of their cold drink "situation" I usually go to the market that you can see from the door, take the escalator up and on your left you will see the fresh juice lady. I grab a large watermellon juice (1.20) then go for coffee and cake.

The baked goods and sandwiches are top quality. Coffee is too, but they only have medium roast beans. This is Asia and they like it medium. I preferred dark roast, and I would rate this bakery a 4-star. The teh tarik is one of the best that I have had. And the first that I have seen with latte art. This would be an awesome beverage if they make the tea a bit stronger.

Decided to check out the place with the hype among Singaporeans. I was pretty excited the moment I stepped into the little store. Got served by this awesome waiter who tries very hard to ensure customers don't wait for too long for their seats. *thumbs up!* Queued, and order a chocolate croissant, pandan croissant and kouign aman. The overwhelming buttery taste of the croissants were SO GOOD. I had this infusion of butter in my blood kinda feeling after my breakfast. (if you know what I mean). The chocolate croissant has a really thin layer of chocolate in appearance, but the taste of chocolate was really strong! pretty delighted with that! Pandan, to me it's a very localized flavour, and I like the idea of it! It gave croissant a different punch in fragrance, worth a try! Kouign Aman was my companion's favourite, as it's salted caramel flavoured! (bread infused with salted butter and caramelized sugar!) Overall taste of the breads were really good! Had a latte and received a fantastic latte art. The sight of it makes me love the cup of latte I was holding on to. Taste awesome! The bad side: over priced. Totally over priced. Even the coffee is over priced. My first bite into the cold breads in the morning was a huge disappointment. I was expecting the bread to be at least warm. All my 3 breads that I ordered were served cold. :( All in all, it was only A-OK for me. too much a hype. =/

Famous bakery chain in Singapore known for its croissant. The croissant is the heavy dense kind (as opposed to the soft airy flaky one). The croissant is rich and guiltily good. The other signature item I would recommend is the Krouig Amman. Though a tad bit sweet, the crispiness of the pastry goes very well with the sugary filling which seeps through each layer of the pastry. Other dessert items are so-so. One comment is the quality is a bit inconsistent across branches - the best one is at the original Tiong Bahru branch. Tried it at another outpost, but they slightly overbake/ burnt the croissant.

The Pastry: I had the Kouign Aman. Think of a light croissant - crispy, buttery layers topped with salt and caramel. More tasty than their plain croissant and not too sweet, which I liked. They also provided an assortment of fruity jams at the side (self-service). I picked a dark, pump colored one which I suspected was a mixture of fig and blueberries. The Sandwich: KH had "The Speciality Bun with Bacon" and not being a big fan of bacon, I only took a small bite out of it. It consisted of bacon as its name suggests, onions, rocket salad and sun-dried tomatoes. The bacon strip was neither deep fried nor salty but still tasted good. A much healthier way of consuming bacon has been invented (hurray!). The bun was really soft and not heated. Personally, I prefer my carbs hot and crusty but this was ok too. The Beverage: The coffee was divine (probably the best part of my meal). I had a simple latte. Later, I learnt that the coffee was provided by Forty Hands (also part of the Food Collective owned by Spa Esprit Group.) Fun Fact: This is the same group behind the concept of House @Dempsey and Skinny Pizza, both of which I enjoy. Definitely looking forward to checking out their other food joints that I haven't tried, like Open Door Policy and Forty Hands. Overall: 3.5/5 (but I can't seem to do a 0.5 on Yelp. oh wellz... 4 then :)) Overall, I think it's a pretty decent place for an afternoon tea or a light snack if you are around the area (Tiong Bahru can be pretty far and there's not much to do around there except eat *again* at other places, which we almost did at Rachel's outrageous suggestion if our bellies weren't at the brink of exploding). Pictures of the cafe and its food can be found on my website, pandarcakes :)

Described as the Tartine Bakery of Singapore, I went here a few times. I gotta say, I never liked the coffee but the sweet pastries were good (if you're into that kinda thing) but I did just enjoy the plain croissant. Enjoy the funky center hinge door when you go.

Bewildering. I never imagined so many types of bread were possible, and is that black bread? Oh squid ink that's really clever. OMG tarts, and croissants, and savouries too, with coffee and tea, in a pleasant great smelling and great looking French bakery that's quickly gaining popularity judging from the waitlist of people trying to get in. This must be what heaven is like, and French heaven is just extra sexy. These were the first thoughts running through my head when I first saw Tiong Bahru Bakery in the first week of its opening. Tiong Bahru is really getting its hip on, there was no doubt. I had Kouign aman -- if a croissant and a salted butter sultana got together and had a baby, this would be it. It was buttery and only slightly sweet, and so fluffy, I could taste a hint of salt (and a bit of heaven), life was good there and then. To be kind to my waistline, I'm going to make it a point to try something new every week here, instead of doing it all at once, and because I just want an excuse to come back all the time. Coffee was nothing to write about, but hey, that's not what Gontran Cherrier is famous for.

Definitely a popular spot for people to hangout. I found it a little expensive for certain items and their pastry selection was good. Croissants are kind of flaky. And apple kouign amann was a little too sweet but a good consistency and taste. I'd say the atmosphere was quaint and pleasant. The people working seemed nice although there was a customer in front of me and that was unsure of what to order and the server kind of seemed annoyed. The bakery was okay but if I wasn't in the area, I don't think I'd travel just to go there. Tip 1: go earlier to have more selection. Tip 2: if you're unsure of what to get, many people try their almond croissant and their coffee

Not only are their baguettes possibly the best that you can find in Singapore right now, but they've also brought the simple art of jambon beurre sandwiches to our island as well! One of my favourite staples whenever I'm in Paris, the ones at Tiong Bahru Bakery are the real deal and the two main sandwich ingredients, ham and butter, are of great quality. Talk about simple pleasures. This is definitely THE bakery of the moment, so it gets pretty crowded, even on weekdays. Worth a visit, and make sure you get one of their baguettes to enjoy back at home as well.

Espresso is not bad actually. I'm assuming they are sourcing from common man because they had boxes with their logo. Anywho, I feel the style is a little dated. Maybe 6 years ago it would have been hipster heaven. Cons, no wifi which is sort of understandable as people will camp out. The major sin is the inedible pastry I ordered. Seriously very old. Are they dumpster diving outside other cafes ?

The latest addition to the quaint Tiong Bahru area that has seen an explosion of indie coffee joints, Tiong Bahru Bakery is the result of a collaboration between French Baker and the Spa Esprit Group. Despite the rather quaint location, the bakery is frequented by many and its quite common for it to get packed during lunch. Serving up a range of pastries and desserts that are all freshly baked to perfection according to the chef's recipes, the number one selling item here is the plain croissant. While it sounds too basic to be a best seller, the flaky and crispy exterior has a soft airy interior that will blow your mind away. Othermust-tries include the Kouign Aman and chocolate brioche. Definitely a place to visit, but somehow I still prefer Maison Kayser.

I have not reviewed this place yet? Well, I am trying to hide this from all of you here. This place is crowded in the weekend as people from all walk of life come here for a cuppa of coffee and some delicious croissants! In the weekday's mornings, thankfully, it is not as packed but it is still buzzing. I wonder why people do not have to work and hang out at coffeeshop all the time. The bakery is good, though I chance upon quite a disappointing macha croissant today. Just order the original croissant will do. The kouign amann is also good, but a lil too sweet. Overall, I like this joint better than the one at City Hall as it is more quaint because it is located within the hip Tiong Bahru neighbourhood.

Great bakery... With air conditioning and nice indoor seating! Enjoyed a kouign Amman and cappuccino here and a great start to the day!

The cafe Latte was really really aromatic and rich in taste. The milk they used was really good that it didn't leave an aftertaste. The crossaint was by far the best i've tasted in the long while. Only gripe is that it isn't bigger. Otherwise, its rather creamy and fragrant. definitely a must try.

This place has managed to take all of my money since I've started working here, as it's a 2 minute walk from the office. This original location has been around for some time, and it's still as busy as ever. I am amazed at the amount of people who chill here around 10 AM on weekdays, both locals and expats. I almost want to yell, "Does anyone do any work around here?!"* There's a lot of baked goods to choose from, but I normally aim to satisfy my sweet tooth by ordering their chocolate croissants. Their plain croissants are also worth a try, as they're super soft, flaky, and buttery. There's also a savoury that I love, but it has a French name that I can't remember... all I know is that it smells like pizza and it's delicious! I'm not sure if they do this all the time, but the coffee that they offer is from Forty Hands (as they're related.) So if you're a fan of the brand, you can easily get your fix here. The only criticism I have is that the furniture is starting to show some wear and tear. If they could just repurpose the chairs and tables, perhaps it will give it a less tired look. *You know I would never do such a thing. I'm obviously just jealous!

Recently tried their new savoury croissants. Speaking of the "Rolling Dumpling", I would not have guess that it was inspired from Xiao Long Bao if not for the menu description as it lacked the distinctive traits of this classic chinese dumpling such as the slurpy pork broth. Yes, there were pickled ginger and succulent minced meat but the black vinegar dressing could not lift up the dish. Nonetheless, the sparkling chemistry between the subtly spiced chorizos and the sweet caramelized onion jam in the "Flying Pig" left me clamouring for more. Its miso dressing did not overpower the dish and I wouldn't even mind if the sausage was spammed with even more of the tasty onion relish on top. As a person with a soft spot for fish, I thought I would love the "Jumping Fish" the most but it turned out otherwise. A bite into this voluptuous croissant revealed an oasis of minced spinach and salmon filling. The smoked salmon was not too salty but the filling, which reminded me of the classic Greek Pie Spanakopita, needed a shake of herbs to bring it to life. Another calorie-worthy croissant is the "Running Egg" that was garnished with non-heady Japanese spicy flakes. While ramen egg gurus might insist that the "molten" egg yolk could be more gooey, I thought the current consistency worked well with the bonito flakes and mayonnaise sauce, which contributed to the tasty umami flavours. Prepared fresh in batches and kept warm in hotboxes to retain the temperature, all the croissants, except for the Ramen egg, are baked together with the ingredients. This results in a croissant dough that are more moist and chewy while the external layer retains a delightful crunch. Each croissant is retailing at $4.50 each or you can select any two flavours to go with the tangy salad with yuzu dressing, dried cranberry and mixed seeds for $12. My suggestion is to enjoy these savoury croissants at the outlets where they are served piping hot and fresh from the oven. It's alright if your stomach acknowledged the aroma of caramelized butter by making some embarrassing growls in public. Mine did but so did everyone.

Ordered a chocolate and almond croissant as well as ice chocolate. The ice chocolate is very chocolate. Which is great. This is by far the best ice chocolates I've ever had, beside la galate de Paris. Which is just awesome to have something so close to perfection. They do use real melted chocolate instead of chocolate syrup. Which JC quite rare to find in just any cafe around Singapore. As for the croissant. It's buttery, melt in your mouth buttery. It came very close to what I have had by a professional pastry chef. All in all, because it's too damn close, but as I said... It's close but not quite... Therefore, it might be the best for Sunday times, but not really for me. I've had better... Sad enough I've had better.

I love the pastry and croissants =) usually buy takeaway as the shop is too crowded to have space to sit down

After a disappointing chai, we stopped by Tbb thinking we could at least rely on an oldie. The crumble seemed to have dropped in standard. The filling of fruit was barely there and the layer of crumble was so hard.

Croissant is nice and chewy and flaky on the outside. Delicious. Add some strawberry jam and a latte and it's a great way to start the day. The apple crumble has got to be one of the best things here. Heat that bad boy up and it tastes just like mom's apple pie! Love it. Big enough to share. Huge portion. Tried the Tuna Bread as well--- sadly it was disappointing and difficult to eat/cut. Not the most dainty if you ask me, plus you get kickin' breath after so don't order this if you're on a date.

There are many awesome bakeries and cafes in Tiong Bahru but none are as packed as this one. This is both the upside and downside of this local bakery - the constant line and flow of people means they are always putting out fresh goodies and pastries and even the displayed cakes aren't laying around for long. On the downside, it is rather difficult to find a place to sit especially on the weekends and lunch time. With that said, Tiong Bahru bakery is worth a visit as they have many original pastries, cakes and even savory treats, including one of my favorites the squid ink bun. When I lived in Tiong Bahru and even now, it is one of my favorite breakfast cafes.

Amazing croissants and beverages. Croissants were the right amount of sweet and their flavoring pleasant and not overpowering. Similar could be said of the tea, coffee, and hot chocolate.

I knew this was going to be a interesting meal when I saw the fun front door. The line was terribly long on the Saturday afternoon we first visited. I think everything is pretty tasty but the choice, while seemingly extensive, is kind of just variations on a theme. I would like more diversity in bread products than pastry and sandwiches. My iced latte was delicious. The guacamole sandwich was tasty but not filling. The pear tart should have had more pear. The food was only two thirds of the experience because the cafe was so lighthearted and bustling. We couldn't help but have fun. I've been back since and enjoy the food but I'm still looking for my favorite.

Like that ex you can never cut ties with, I have a love hate relationship with Tiong Bahru Bakery. Let's get this clear. Tiong Bahru Bakery is expensive. Whether you think it's worth it is of course, up to you, but I generally don't think it is. The sandwiches are good, but cost more than two plates of chicken rice at the market down the street... and isn't more filling. What's worth going for? The Kouign-amann. Buttery caramel-y goodness, this is absolutely delicious and the one thing I go back for again and again despite my verbal insistence that I actually boycott the place. After a few weeks of having it regularly though, I'm proud to say that I'm finally so-over it and managed to stay away for a good 3 months. That all came crashing to an end today after I popped in for a coffee. If you didn't know, TBB is owned by the same company that owns Forty Hands, meaning you know you're going to get a good cup of coffee here. It's a little pricey, for a 'small' cappuccino, meaning that coffee here is actually a touch more expensive that most places in the CBD. But it's good, robust coffee, and if you're already overpaying for bread and pastries, well you might as well overpay for drinks too right? Why is it still receiving 3 stars then? Why do I go back? Because it's across the street from my office, and it has the best coffee in the area. Because the quality of what it offers is undeniable, they do good shizz. But the prices. Oh the prices.

The bakery in Tiong Bahru is almost always packed with people and I would say it is for a good reason. They have an excellent selection of different pastries to satisfy your sweet tooth. My clear favorite is their Almond Croissant. It is a bit different than most other croissants as it is bigger, heavier and has a slightly more dense feel to it. The generous filling of almond does however make it really nice. Most of the other pasties I have tried have also been very good as well as some of the savory croissants as well. They do also sell 'regular' bread but actually never tried any of it but it does look nice. They serve pretty good coffee as well (from 40 hands) and the teas are also nice. I also like that they manage to keep things moving smoothly despite the place being full and the service is with a smile.

Coffee is good. Especially when paired with their pastries and other goodies. I found my sweet tooth here. Do not go pass the Kouign Amann or the Almond croissant. Sandwiches are good but its their Danish that gets me coming back.

I have such a nostalgic attachment to Tiong Bahru Bakery - it was one of the first cafes I visited when I was rediscovering the new old Tiong Bahru and I dare anyone to resist their drool inducing displays! The coffee infographic menu is the eye-catching centre piece of the entire bakery and true enough, it was very well made (might have something to do with the guys from forty hands!) Unfortunately, the both Pandan Flan didn't impress - most of their baked goods are priced above $6 and I was just hoping for that little bit more. It's a beautiful space with such a vibrant atmosphere; I'd be happy to come back and give TBB another go! Apparently - the croissants are legendary!