Read full review
2013-01-04
3 views
The place is an interesting concept, nestled in an unexpected place; amongst all the temples, metal/machinery shop fronts. If I had not read about the place before going past it, I would not have guessed it was a coffee house, going by its name and exterior. The entrance of Chye Seng Huat Hardware is via a large metal gate; one which most might think it leads to a garage. Customers can choose to dine outside or within the store itself. Limited seating inside though, and things can get pretty cra
If I had not read about the place before going past it, I would not have guessed it was a coffee house, going by its name and exterior.
The entrance of Chye Seng Huat Hardware is via a large metal gate; one which most might think it leads to a garage.
Customers can choose to dine outside or within the store itself. Limited seating inside though, and things can get pretty cramp. For those who enjoy watching the baristas at work, they have the option of sitting at the counter.
The menu is a one-page tagged onto a board. Limited choices of drinks. Some tummy fillers, some specials.
This is truly a coffee place, no fanciful variants of coffee-infused drinks to be expected here. Cappuccino, though not stated on the menu, is available.
Average price per drink is S$5.50. Slightly cheaper for the "Mini" - a cup-size so small, I paid the additional for a larger cup.
No doubt, the coffee was good! Enough crema and the taste was just right. Not overdone nor too burnt. Sweetness was just right for me. Additional sugar can be added from the side corner, where one can also pour out some cold lemon water for oneself.
I have heard much about how nice the cakes were. I was however, too full from lunch to be tempted by any.
When the crowd increased, the place got a little too noisy for my liking. Preferring it to be quieter, having a relaxed afternoon drink.
Post