This guide to Singapore’s best waffles was last updated on 24 Feb 2015.
Topped with fresh fruits, a scoop of ice cream, and a dollop of whipped cream, a good waffle is something that you can eat every day. For those of you who prefer something simpler, waffle with maple syrup and butter is equally gratifying.
There are many cafes and ice cream parlours that offer waffles on the menu, but only a few are exceptional. Here is our guide on where to get the best waffles in Singapore.
CREAMIER
The waffles from Creamier came highly recommended by many people, but after trying it, we did not think that it was that fantastic. Don’t get us wrong, the waffle that we had was very decent, and still better than most places – but we don’t get the hype over it. That said, it is impressive to see a cafe/ice cream shop doing well in a HDB estate, so if you are living in the area, and looking to satisfy your cravings, this is one place you can consider.
#01-835, Block 128
Toa Payoh Lorong 1
Tel: +65 6250 1476
Tue to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Braddell
DANCING CRAB AT ORCHARD CENTRAL
We were wowed by the huge serving of Chicken & Waffles (S$15) at Dancing Crab, one of the best non-seafood dishes here. The batter on the chicken reminded us of the ones we had at New York City, and the accompanying sauces took this dish to a whole new level. It is indeed unexpected for a specialised seafood restaurant to dish such a mind-blowing rendition of fried chicken, and as much as it sounds funny, we will totally return to Dancing Crab for this very Chicken & Waffles.
Orchard Central #07-14/15
181 Orchard Road
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 1878
Fax: +65 6509 1879
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30 – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset
We also like the Belgian style waffles with butter and maple syrup from Group Therapy Cafe at Duxton Road. They also have a more sinful version with peanut butter and maple syrup.
49 Duxton Road #02-01
Tel: +65 6222 2554
Tue to Thu: 11am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar
HATTER STREET
Hatter Street is one of the newest dessert cafes to open in the heartlands. Located in a HDB estate – just a few units away from popular Thai eatery Nakhon Kitchen – it offers desserts with a twist.
For waffles, Hatter Street serves three renditions (S$8) – waffle with salted caramel and homemade vanilla ice cream, waffle with chocolate ice cream and chocolate sauce, and for something different, go for the waffle with pandan ice cream and gula melaka sauce.
Block 212 Hougang Street 21 #01-333
Tue to Sun: 1pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Kovan
MAX BRENNER CHOCOLATE BAR
The waffles (S$18.90) at Max Brenner are not cheap, but they are easily one of the best that we have had. There are three different flavours, but our favourite is the Banana Spilt Waffle. Coated with a copious amount of rich and thick chocolate sauce, and topped with banana and vanilla bourbon ice cream, it is immensely satisfying, and will make you return again and again.
#01-06/08, Esplanade Mall
8 Raffles Avenue
Tel: +65 6235 9556
Sun to Thu: 10am – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 10am – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall
SALTED CARAMEL CAFE
This ice cream parlour along Upper Thomson Road is perpetually crowded for a good reason – it offers good ice cream and waffles at very affordable prices. A scoop of ice cream is S$3.30, while a waffle is S$3.50.
Some of the popular ice cream flavours at Salted Caramel Cafe include Earl grey, horlicks, rum & raisin, but you must try the namesake salted caramel ice cream. Add that to freshly made waffle and you will get instant gratification.
246F Upper Thomson Road
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri, Sat & Eve of PH: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Marymount
SIN LEE FOODS
A notch above the rest – that’s how we’d describe Sin Lee foods. It is different from most of the cafes that serve your typical brunch fare like Eggs Benedict and Pancakes. The offerings here are creative, well-cooked and refreshing.
Sin Lee Foods’ Fried Chicken & Waffles (S$21) has been gaining a lot of attention lately, but we thought that the fried chicken was slightly underwhelming. What you should try instead is the S’mores Waffle (S$16). Just imagine burnt marshmallows and Graham crumbs lavishly spread atop the thick waffles. Add a scoop of gelato and dark chocolate sauce and you are on your way to sugar heaven.
4 Jalan Bukit Ho Swee
Tel: +65 6377 3170
Tue to Fri: 11am – 9pm
Sat: 9.30am – 9pm
Sun: 9.30am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru
STATELAND CAFE
Located on Bali Lane, Stateland Cafe has been making a name for itself for serving waffles with different flavours. Served with a scoop of ice cream, and topped with homemade cream cheese glaze, the Red Velvet Waffle (S$14.90) indeed lived up to its name. Other flavours include Black Forest, S’mores, and Toffee Nut.
30 Bali Lane
Tel: +65 9296 4997
Mon, Wed & Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12midnight
Sun: 11am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Bugis
Tuxedo Cafe & Patisserie at Carlton Hotel Singapore is a favourite haunt. We like going there because it not only serves an array of delicious desserts, but it also provides free wifi, and is a conducive place for meetings. Tuxedo has a good value all-day waffle set (S$10.80++) which consists of a waffle and a cup of coffee or tea. Top up with a scoop of ice cream (S$2++), or caramelised banana and chocolate sauce (S$3.50) to go along with the waffle.
Lobby Carlton Hotel Singapore
76 Bras Basah Road
Sun to Thu: 7am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 7am – 12 midnight
Tel: +65 6415 7887
Nearest Station: City Hall
By aesthetics sense, this would be the best-looking waffle. Perched on top of their fluffy waffles is a generous portion of the signature soft-serve frozen yogurt. With plenty of fruits sitting around the waffle (S$12.50) with Froyo, this is the choice for those who choose to skip the richness of ice cream and want to stick to something healthier.
753 North Bridge Road
#01-01
Singapore 198721
Tel: +65 6717 1733
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Bugis
Wimbly Lu has the best waffles ($8.50 with a scoop of ice cream) in town. we have had it on several occasions and we are impressed by its consistency – it is always crisp on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside. It is very close to our definition of how a good waffle should be.
Our only gripe is the tiny portion of the ice-cream. It would be great if they gave a bigger scoop of the delicious homemade salted caramel ice cream.
15-2 Jalan Riang
Tel: +65 6289 1489
Tue to Fri: 1pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Lorong Chuan/Serangoon
23 JUMPIN
23 Jumpin is a new cafe located in an industrial building at Tai Seng, and it offers the best of both worlds for waffle lovers. Folks with sweet tooth will love the instagram-worthy Charcoal Waffle (S$7 or S$9 with a scoop of ice cream).
For those who like a good savoury waffle, 23 Jumpin has a Pizza Waffle (S$14). As the name suggests, it combines pizza and waffle – what a simple but clever idea! There are two flavours to choose from – mushroom with cheese and the classic Hawaiian pizza.
The Commerce @ Irving, #01-25, 1 Irving Place
Tel: +65 9137 5697
Tue to Sun: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tai Seng
For more recommendations, read our guide to the best cafes in Singapore.
Next week I fly to SIN, really looking forward to it. If you had to pick one place, which one serves the best waffles? Can’t visit 10 places in a week time
The waffles from les Patisseries are delicious and look stunning as well! It was in Toa Payoh Central and has relocated to upper thomson