Kaya Toast at Heap Seng Leong

Have a traditionally Singaporean breakfast at Heap Seng Leong, a beloved coffee shop since the 1950s. It’s a real blast from the past, with the original signboard, cabinets, and tiles still in place. You’ll even spot the regulars enjoying hot cups of kopi (coffee) or teh (tea) and chatting away. 

I love the old-school vibe and traditional kopi gu you (butter coffee) at Heap Seng Leong. Literally named after the slab of butter tossed into the coffee cup, the creamy drink is better when paired with kaya toast and soft-boiled eggs — the quintessential Singaporean breakfast.

If you’re looking for somewhere more accessible, you can also check out local kaya toast chains Ya Kun or Killiney Kaya Toast. 

 

Kaya toast — slices of soft, toasted bread slathered with kaya (coconut jam) and butter

 

The food and drink are made the traditional way, and you can really taste the difference!

 

Enjoy the authentic old-school ambience as you sip on fresh kopi.

 

The humble Heap Seng Leong coffee shop takes you back to Singapore’s simpler days.