Hwa Kee Cafe at Serangoon Garden Market
Location: 49A Serangoon Garden Wy, #01-09, Singapore 555945
Floor 1 · Serangoon Garden Market
Neighbourhood cafe serving local breakfast staples and kopi in a warm, familiar setting.
Neighbourhood cafe serving local breakfast staples and kopi in a warm, familiar setting.
Hwa Kee Cafe is a neighbourhood cafe in the North East that serves up the comforting rituals of a traditional Singaporean breakfast and coffee culture.The menu covers kopi and teh in their many variations, alongside kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, roti kaya and simple local mains. Dine-in and takeaway options are available, with no delivery, keeping the experience centred on the stall. It is a spot for those who appreciate the unhurried pace and familiarity of a true neighbourhood cafe.
Pull up a chair at Hwa Kee Cafe for a cup of kopi and toast the way it has always been done. Some traditions need no improving.
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JY
The local kopi of our lifetime. From father to son comes this legendary coffee that commands one of the consistently longest queues at Serangoon Gardens Market. Rich, balanced, aromatic and strong with chocolate notes to die for. Felt my health bar go up and my cooldowns refresh. One’s never enough. Come get some.
Pedro Muniz
Nice local delicacy Kaya and butter toast nice coffee and nice tea. I had the tea set, with egss, kaya butter toast. 2 sets only $6.00.
LP Pua
The ice coffee was good. This stall has the longest queue among the drink stalls.
Max S.
Quite particular about my coffee and this definitely meets my expectation. $1.40 for iced kopi. Good stuff!
Josh
One of my favourite stalls in the Serangoon area selling teh. The tea isn't diluted, packs a nice mouth feel, and was well balanced. Price for teh gao siu dai ($1.30 caa 2025) is reasonable unlike that charged by the chain outlets of Toastbox etc.
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Hwa Kee Cafe
Hwa Kee Cafe
A view of the storefront of Hwa Kee Cafe, a food establishment. The signage above the counter displays the cafe's name in English and Chinese, along with images of food and drinks. Below the main sign, a display of various canned beverages is visible. People are seen queuing and ordering at the counter.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A busy outdoor food stall with customers ordering drinks and food. The stall has a large sign displaying the name "HWA KEE CAFE" and "COLD & HOT DRINKS" with images of food and beverages. Several people are seen interacting with the stall staff. Stacks of drink crates and bags of snacks are visible.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A food stall with a large sign displaying "HWA KEE CAFE" in English and Chinese, along with images of food and drinks. The stall offers "COLD & HOT DRINKS" and appears to be a mixed vegetable rice stall. People are seen ordering and preparing food.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A storefront for Hwa Kee Cafe, a food and drink establishment. The sign above the entrance displays the cafe's name in English and Chinese, along with images of toast, eggs, and coffee. Below the main sign, there are various beverage brands like Tiger, Guinness, and Heineken. The stall is open, with staff and customers visible inside and around the counter. Shelves are stocked with canned drinks and other items. Red and yellow crates are stacked near the entrance.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A storefront for Hwa Kee Cafe, featuring a large sign with the cafe name, a tiger logo, and images of food and drinks. Below the main sign, there are displays of various beverages and snacks. Two customers are visible in front of the counter.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A view of the storefront of Hwa Kee Cafe, a food establishment. The signage above the counter displays the cafe's name in English and Chinese, along with images of food and drinks. Below the signage, a display shows various cold and hot beverages. Several customers are queuing to order.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A food stall with a sign that reads "HWA KEE CAFE" and "Rice/Porridge" and "COLD & HOT DRINKS". There are people inside the stall preparing food and drinks. There are also tables and chairs in front of the stall for customers.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A food stall with a large sign displaying the name "HWA KEE CAFE" in English and Chinese characters, along with images of food and drinks. Below the main sign, there are various beverages and a menu board. Several people are visible inside and in front of the stall.
Hwa Kee Cafe
The exterior of a cafe with a prominent sign displaying "HWA KEE CAFE" and "COLD & HOT DRINKS". The storefront is filled with various drinks, snacks, and stacked crates. Red "Happy New Year" decorations are visible.
Cold & Hot Drinks Stall
A street stall with a prominent sign advertising "Tiger 和記茶室 COLD & HOT DRINKS". The stall displays various beverages and snacks. A staff member is serving customers.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A street-level view of the Hwa Kee Cafe storefront. The facade features a prominent sign with the cafe's name in English and Chinese, along with images of food and drinks. Below the main sign, there are displays of beverages and stacked crates. A person is visible working behind the counter inside the cafe.
Hwa Kee Cafe
A food stall with signage for "HWA KEE CAFE" and "Econ Mix Veg. Rice/Porridge". The stall offers cold and hot drinks. Several people are standing in front of the stall.
Cup of Coffee
A close-up shot of a white cup filled with dark coffee, resting on an orange saucer. A spoon is visible behind the cup. The cup has some stains on its exterior. The coffee has a few bubbles on its surface.
Coffee with Milk
A close-up shot of a white mug filled with coffee and milk, with a spoon resting inside. The coffee has a frothy, bubbly rim and swirling patterns on its surface.
Two Cups of Coffee
Two white mugs filled with dark coffee sit on a wooden table. Spoons are in each mug. In the background, an orange tray holds a green bowl. A pastry wrapped in plastic is visible on the right side of the table.
Soft-boiled eggs and coffee
A close-up shot of two soft-boiled eggs in a purple bowl, with eggshells and a spoon in another bowl in the background. A white mug with red Chinese characters and English text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" is also visible, containing a dark liquid, likely coffee.
Coffee Cup at Hwa Kee Cafe
A white coffee cup with the Hwa Kee Cafe logo is placed on a wooden table. In the background, a person sits at a table outdoors, and modern buildings are visible.
Soft-boiled eggs with toast
A close-up shot of two soft-boiled eggs in a purple bowl, served with a spoon. In the background, a plate of toasted bread slices is visible.
Breakfast Set
A close-up shot of a breakfast set featuring two soft-boiled eggs on a purple plate with a spoon, a plate of toasted bread triangles, and a white mug filled with black coffee. The mug has a red circular logo with Chinese characters and the text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" printed in red.
Toast and Eggs Breakfast
A close-up shot of a breakfast spread featuring buttered toast, two soft-boiled eggs, and a cup of coffee. The toast is stacked on a white paper plate, with the eggs served in a small blue dish. A white mug with the logo "HWA KEE CAFE" is visible in the background, along with a spoon in the coffee. The setting appears to be a cafe or restaurant.
Reflection of palm trees in a cup of coffee
A close-up shot of a white cup filled with a brown beverage, likely coffee. The surface of the liquid reflects the silhouettes of palm trees and possibly a building or structure. The reflection is clear enough to discern the fronds of the palm trees and their trunks. The rim of the cup is visible, and some small bubbles are present on the surface of the drink.
Coffee at a Food Court
A close-up view of two mugs of coffee on a wooden table in a bustling food court. In the foreground, a white mug is filled with dark coffee and a spoon. Behind it, another white mug with a handle contains a lighter-colored beverage, also with a spoon. A pink packet lies to the left of the mugs. In the background, people are seated at tables, some eating, and others walking by. The food court appears to be open-air with stalls and signage visible. A red tray with used dishes is on the right side of the table.
Drink on a tray
A close-up shot of a red beverage in a clear plastic cup with a straw, placed on a blue tray. In the background, there are stacks of white paper cups, metal containers, and people standing behind a counter. A menu board is visible on the left side of the image.
Food court with people dining and queuing
A busy food court with many stalls and patrons. People are seen queuing for food, dining at tables, and walking around. Large fans are mounted on the ceiling and pillars to provide ventilation. The stalls display various food items and menus.
Hwa Kee Cafe Mug
A white ceramic mug with a red circular logo containing Chinese characters and the text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" printed in red.
Cup with logo
A white mug with a red circular logo containing Chinese characters and the text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" is in the foreground. A spoon is inside the mug. In the background, people are seated at tables under umbrellas in an outdoor seating area.
Coffee in a mug
A close-up shot of a mug filled with a brown beverage, likely coffee or tea. The mug has a red circular logo with Chinese characters and the text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" printed in red. A spoon is visible in the mug. The mug is placed on a pink surface.
Breakfast at Hwa Kee Cafe
A close-up shot of a breakfast spread at Hwa Kee Cafe. In the foreground, there are two halves of toasted bread with a filling, served on a white paper plate. To the left, a blue condiment caddy holds bottles of sauce and pepper. Behind the toast, two boiled eggs sit on a small purple plate. A white mug with the Hwa Kee Cafe logo and unit number is visible on the right. The background shows an outdoor seating area with tables, umbrellas, and blurred figures of people.
Iced Drinks
Two iced drinks, one iced tea and one iced coffee, sit on a wooden table. In the background, people are seated at tables under a covered outdoor area.
Coffee in a Mug
A close-up shot of a white mug filled with coffee. A spoon is partially submerged in the drink. The surface of the coffee shows ripples and reflections. The mug has a textured pattern of small indentations.
Cup with logo
A white ceramic cup with a red circular logo containing Chinese characters and the text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" is in the foreground. A spoon is inside the cup. In the background, there are yellow bowls and a red plastic bag. The scene appears to be at a table, possibly in a cafe or food stall.
Food Court Stalls
A view of a busy food court with multiple stalls and seating areas. In the foreground, round wooden tables and stools are visible. In the background, several food stalls are open, with customers and staff interacting. Signage for "HWA KEE CAFE" and "潮順什菜飯/摩" (Chao Shun Mixed Vegetable Rice/Porridge) is prominent. The overall atmosphere suggests a bustling dining environment.
Two Cups of Coffee
Two white mugs filled with coffee sit on a wooden table. One mug is darker and appears to be black coffee, while the other is lighter, possibly with milk or creamer. Spoons are in both mugs. In the background, an orange tray with a green bowl is visible. A wrapped food item is in the lower right corner.
Cup of Tea
A white ceramic mug filled with dark tea, a spoon rests inside. The mug has a red circular logo with Chinese characters and the text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" printed below it. The mug is placed on a wooden table.
Iced Thai Tea
A close-up of an iced Thai tea in a clear plastic cup with a straw. The drink is a light brown color and filled with ice. In the background, a food court setting is visible with people sitting at tables and food stalls.
Coffee cup at Hwa Kee Cafe
A close-up shot of a white coffee cup with red Chinese characters and the text "HWA KEE CAFE 01-09" printed on it. The cup is filled with dark coffee and sits on a wooden table. In the blurred background, people are visible in what appears to be a food court or cafe setting.
Hwa Kee Cafe Payment and Packaging Options
A display shows payment options and packaging for Hwa Kee Cafe. A prominent SG QR code is displayed for scanning to pay, with logos of various payment methods including NETS, GrabPay, PayNow, and others. Below the QR code, images illustrate packaging options: a mug labeled 'Hwa Kee Cafe', a paper cup, a plastic bag with a tie-up closure, and a plastic bag. Text indicates 'Only One Size Available' for the mug. A sign at the bottom reads 'Self Service'.
Coffee with Spoon
A close-up shot of a white mug filled with coffee. A spoon is submerged in the coffee, and the surface of the drink is covered in small bubbles.
Hwa Kee Cafe Drinks and Snacks
A busy cafe stall with a prominent sign for HWA KEE CAFE, featuring Chinese characters and the slogan "COLD & HOT DRINKS". Various beverage brands like Tiger, Guinness, Heineken, Fanta, and Pepsi are displayed. Signs indicate "SELF SERVICE" and restrictions on alcoholic drink sales after 10:30 pm. A menu board on the right shows drinks like Hawthorn Juice, Sour Plum Lime Juice, and Aromatic Fraser White Coffee.
Fried Dough Sticks and Coffee at a Cafe
A close-up shot of two fried dough sticks, commonly known as youtiao, resting on white paper on a wooden table. To the right, a white mug with a spoon inside bears the logo 'HWA KEE CAFE 01-09'. In the background, a bustling outdoor seating area of a cafe is visible with people dining and walking around under large umbrellas.
Drinks at a Food Court
Two iced drinks, one with a reddish-orange hue and the other a milky brown, sit on a wooden table in the foreground. In the background, a bustling food court is visible with people seated at tables and various food stalls. Signs for food stalls and a 'HALAL' sign are present.
Iced Coffee
A hand holds a clear plastic cup filled with iced coffee and an orange straw. The cup is on a wooden table. In the background, there are shelves with baked goods and people sitting at tables.
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