After a seven-month wait, Blue Bottle Coffee’s first permanent café in Singapore is finally open. The 42-seater is located with Japanese retail store Lumine in Raffles City, and begins welcoming guests today.
Blue Bottle Coffee first announced the launch of its first gift store in Singapore last August. Despite being a retail concept without fresh coffee, it nonetheless hinted at the possibility that a full-fledged café could one day open on the island, and coffee lovers lapped up that prospect. The brand went on to host different events in late 2024, including coffee workshops and exhibitions.
Now, its 135-square-metre retail space has been converted to a café and dining area. Taking on Blue Bottle’s signature minimalistic design, the store features light wooden furnishings, a sweeping metallic coffee counter, and plenty of natural light let in through floor-to-ceiling windows. Some of the shelves near the counter will still stock the brand’s merchandise, including coffee cupping spoons, mugs, tote bags, matcha powder, and a range of coffee grounds.
On the menu are nine freshly brewed espresso-based drinks (from $6.50), two cold brew options (from $7.50), and of course, Blue Bottle’s signature drip coffee which uses a special house blend ($10). A roster of single-origin beans will be on rotation, and guests can also enjoy a seasonal espresso menu. Other non-coffee beverages on the menu include matcha latte ($9.50), lemon yuzu fizz ($8.50), and more.
It’s not just coffee that will be served at the café. Blue Bottle is offering a range of pastries by Bakery Brera, including two Singapore exclusives – the coconut kouign-amann ($8) and pandan canelé with kaya. Not feeling those? Pick from five more on the list, including classics like the plain croissant ($7) and almond croissant ($8), as well as pain au chocolat ($8), triple cheese and turkey croissant ($8), and the regular canelé with a custard filling.
As our local coffee scene continues to flourish – what with Apartment Coffee recently snagging the number-one spot in Asia – the arrival of this globally loved brand is sure to spruce up our city’s already thriving café culture.
Blue Bottle Coffee Singapore is open daily from 8am to 8pm at 01-01, Lumine Singapore, Raffles City, 252 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179103.
Find out more about Blue Bottle Coffee Singapore here.
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