Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee at Amoy Street Food Centre
Location: 7 Maxwell Rd, #02-95, Singapore 069111
Floor 2 · Amoy Street Food Centre
Traditional Hainanese coffee stall at Amoy Street Food Centre serving robust kopi and kaya toast breakfast sets.
Traditional Hainanese coffee stall at Amoy Street Food Centre serving robust kopi and kaya toast breakfast sets.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee is a traditional Hainanese coffee stall at Amoy Street Food Centre, keeping the old-school kopi tradition alive amidst the CBD lunch crowd. The stall is known for its robust, full-bodied coffee brewed the traditional way using a sock strainer and a blend of robusta beans roasted with butter and sugar, producing that distinctive caramelised depth Singaporeans associate with proper kopi. Alongside the coffee, Ah Seng serves classic kaya toast — crisp bread slathered with coconut jam and butter — forming the quintessential Singapore breakfast combination that has endured for generations. The stall also offers soft-boiled eggs seasoned with white pepper and dark soy, completing the traditional trinity. For office workers in the Tanjong Pagar area, Ah Seng provides a taste of heritage before the workday begins, a comforting ritual that connects the modern CBD to Singapore's rich hawker past. Its enduring presence at Amoy Street is a testament to the timeless appeal of simple, well-made Hainanese coffee.Operating Hours
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Lauren Cooley
Lived in Singapore for 2 years and had Kaya sets at many places. This is my favorite.
Kenjamonster
Super tasty kaya toast with two runny eggs and a sweet cup of coffee. 5.20 all in for an authentic Singaporean breakfast from one of the oldest vendors here at over 50 years of unchanged goodness.
Sean Chong
Heard is one of the oldest coffee shop in Singapore. Is truly one of the few place one can taste the old day coffee ☕️.
P T
Tried their French toast with kaya. This places remains traditional, using charcoal to grill their toast. French toast could be warmer (felt like room temperature). …
Jon Song
Wouldn't say the toast here is the best, but it definitely gives you a bit of nostalgia. …
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Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee
A sign for Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee, featuring images of coffee, kaya toast, and French toast. The sign also displays the stall number 02-95 and some Japanese text. Below the main sign, there are menu boards and various awards and certificates displayed.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee
A food stall with a prominent sign advertising Kaya Toast and Coffee. The stall is busy with a person preparing food behind the counter. There are stacks of boxes and cartons, as well as a display of eggs. A green table and stools are in the foreground.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee
A stall with a sign that reads "老巴剎 Kaya Toast 亞成咖啡 海南傳統 KAYA / BUTTER TOAST Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee". Stacks of egg cartons and canned drinks are piled outside the stall. Inside, staff are preparing food and drinks.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee
A brightly lit sign for Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee, featuring images of kaya toast and coffee. Below the sign is a display of food items and drinks, with customers visible.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee
A sign above a food stall advertises Kaya Toast and Hainanese Coffee. Below the sign, menus are visible, listing items like Kaya Toast, French Toast, Coffee, and Tea. The stall also displays various promotional materials and products like eggs and packaged drinks.
Amoy Street Food Centre Sign
A close-up view of a sign for Amoy Street Food Centre, with a view of the street and buildings in the background. The sign is oval-shaped with a yellow background and red and green lettering. The background shows a light-colored tiled wall and a metal railing. Beyond the railing, a light blue building with red trim and white-framed windows is visible, along with two red cars parked on the street. Green tables and stools are also visible in the foreground.
Toast and Drink
A close-up shot of a half-eaten toast sandwich with a green filling, served on a white paper plate. Next to it is a white cup with a lid and a plastic bag, likely containing a drink. The food is placed on a bright green table. In the background, out-of-focus green stools and metal legs of tables are visible.
Cup of Coffee
A close-up shot of a cup of black coffee on a saucer with a white spoon. The coffee is dark and appears to be hot, with a few small bubbles on the surface. The cup and saucer are a warm brown color, and the background is a bright green.
Noodle Soup with Coffee
A bowl of noodle soup with sliced roasted pork, green vegetables, and chopped scallions is served on a tray. A cup of black coffee with a spoon on its saucer and a small dish of sliced green chilies are also on the tray. Chopsticks are placed at the bottom right of the tray. In the background, there are round tables with green tops and metal legs, suggesting a food court or casual dining setting.
Roti Prata and Soft-Boiled Eggs
A tray with a plate of Roti Prata served with green curry, and a bowl of soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce and pepper. Three condiment bottles are also on the tray.
Breakfast Set
A close-up shot of a breakfast set on a blue table. The set includes a glass mug of coffee, a red plate with buttered toast, and a red bowl of soft-boiled eggs drizzled with soy sauce. In the background, a condiment caddy with a green lid is visible.
Coffee and Toast
A close-up shot of a cup of coffee and toast with kaya spread, served on a tray. Another plate with what appears to be fried food is visible in the background.
Savory Crepe with Green Sauce
A white styrofoam plate holds a savory crepe, cut into squares, with a dollop of green sauce on the side. Two wooden skewers are stuck into the crepe. The plate rests on a green surface.
Kopi Toast and Eggs
A cup of black coffee, a plate of toast with a spread, and a bowl of soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce are arranged on a light green table.
Coffee and Brownie
A cup of black coffee sits on a saucer next to a white spoon. In front of the coffee is a brownie wrapped in plastic. A red and white flyer is visible to the right of the coffee cup.
Coffee and Toast
A cup of coffee with milk sits on a saucer next to a plate of toast. The toast appears to be cut into quarters and filled with a spread. The setting is a bright green surface.
Soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce
A white scalloped bowl filled with three soft-boiled eggs, drizzled with dark soy sauce. A white spoon is partially submerged in the eggs, also coated in soy sauce. The bowl sits on a light green surface, with a brown saucer and cup visible in the background.
Coffee and Pastry
A cup of black coffee sits on a saucer next to a pastry wrapped in plastic on a green table. A small white creamer is on the saucer.
Cup of Coffee
A close-up shot of a cup of black coffee on a saucer, placed on a light green table. In the background, there are round stools and tables, as well as a red cooler. A person's legs are visible on the left side of the image.
Coffee Cup on Table
A close-up shot of a tan ceramic coffee cup and saucer with dark brown trim, placed on a bright green table. A white spoon rests inside the cup. In the blurred background, rows of green tables and chairs are visible, suggesting a canteen or food court setting.
Breakfast Set
A tray with a cup of tea, toast, and soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce. The tray has a printed message: "Keep the table clean for the next customer" and "Return your trays and crockery".
Breakfast Set
A breakfast set on a tray, featuring soft-boiled eggs with runny yolks, kaya toast, and a cup of tea.
Toast with filling
A close-up shot of two halves of a sandwich made with toasted bread and a yellow filling, possibly kaya or butter and jam. The sandwich is placed on a brown plate, which is on a dark brown tray with a textured surface. In the background, a green surface and a white sign with red text are visible.
Soft-boiled eggs and toast
A close-up shot of a breakfast meal featuring two soft-boiled eggs in a bowl, drizzled with soy sauce and pepper, accompanied by a plate of kaya toast. The meal is presented on a bright green table.
Cup of Coffee
A close-up shot of a cup of coffee with a spoon in it, placed on a saucer. The cup and saucer are a mottled brown color with a dark brown rim. The coffee is a light brown color. The cup and saucer are on a bright green table. In the background, there are glimpses of a tiled floor and a blue object.
Toast and Coffee
A close-up of kaya toast and a cup of coffee on a tray in a food court. In the background, people are seated at tables.
Fried Egg and Coffee
A plate of fried egg pieces with a green sauce sits next to a cup of dark coffee with a spoon. The food is served on a white paper plate, and the coffee is in a brown mug with a saucer. The background is a bright green surface.
Toast with Butter
A hand holds up two halves of a toasted sandwich filled with butter. Another half-sandwich sits on a brown plate. The table is bright green.
Min Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large yellow sign displaying "Min Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice" and various dishes. The sign shows images of Chicken Macaroni, Set Meal, Roasted Chicken, Special Char Stew (Chicken), Chicken Congee, and Special Oyster Sauce Vegetables. Below the main sign, a smaller sign reads "BONELESS CHICKEN RIC". People are queuing and staff are serving food. Tables with bowls and plates are visible in the foreground.
Coffee and Croissant
A close-up shot shows a hand holding a half-eaten chocolate croissant over a cup of black coffee. The coffee is in a brown ceramic mug with a saucer, and a small white spoon rests on the saucer. A red paper bag is visible in the background, and the table surface is a bright green. A small spill of coffee is on the table.
Breakfast Spread
A person is holding a white mug of coffee. On the table, there are several red plates with breakfast items. One plate has toast, another has soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce, and a third has two soft-boiled eggs. There is also a plate with eggshells and spoons, and a white mug of coffee with a spoon.
Outdoor Seating Area with Coffee
A close-up of a cup of coffee on a light green table in an outdoor seating area. In the background, there are more tables and chairs, people dining, and trees outside. The area appears to be covered by a roof or awning.
Toast and Coffee
A close-up shot of toasted bread slices on a brown saucer, next to a brown coffee cup and saucer with a spoon. A plastic cup of iced tea and a small dish of sauce are also visible on the green table.
Soft-boiled eggs
A bowl of soft-boiled eggs with runny yolks, served with a plastic spoon on a green table.
Coffee and Tokyo Banana box
A cup of black coffee sits on a saucer on a light green table. Next to the coffee is a white box with a yellow banana graphic and the words "TOKYO BANANA" printed on it. In the background, there are metal shelves and people walking.
Toast and Coffee
A plate of golden-brown toast, cut into squares, served with a side of green jam or spread. A cup of black coffee with a small white spoon sits on a saucer to the left. The food is placed on a white styrofoam plate. The background shows a bright green surface and a yellow poster with text in English and Malay.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee Stall
A food stall with a prominent sign advertising Kaya Toast and Coffee. Various food items, drinks, and newspapers are displayed. Two staff members are visible working behind the counter.
Breakfast Spread
A top-down view of a breakfast spread on a light green table. In the foreground, a cup of coffee sits on a saucer. To the left, a white plate holds two soft-boiled eggs drizzled with soy sauce and pepper, with a white spoon. Further left, a plate of noodles is partially visible, with hands adding garnish. To the right of the eggs, a plate contains three slices of toasted bread with a green filling, likely kaya toast.
Cup of Coffee
A close-up shot of a cup of coffee with a spoon in it, placed on a saucer. The cup and saucer are a light brown color with darker brown rims. The coffee is a rich brown color. The background is a bright green surface, likely a table.
Breakfast Set
A tray with a cup of coffee, toast, and soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce. The tray has a patterned surface with text that reads "Every diner deserves a" and other partial text. In the background, there are green tables and stools, suggesting a cafeteria or food court setting.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee Shop
A street food stall with a prominent sign advertising Kaya Toast and coffee. The stall displays a menu with various toast and coffee options, along with other food items. Boxes of drinks and food supplies are stacked around the stall, and a staff member is visible inside preparing orders.
Canteen Food Tray
A food tray with a bowl of soup, a plate of mixed dishes, and a bowl of rice. The soup appears to be a clear broth with meat and dark mushrooms. The plate contains fried fish or tofu with sauce, scrambled eggs with vegetables, and other stir-fried ingredients including cabbage and wood ear mushrooms. The rice is a mix of white and red grains, served with a side of chili paste.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee and Toast Sign
A brightly lit sign displays the name of the establishment, "Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee", in English and Chinese. The sign features images of coffee, toast, and butter toast. Below the main sign, a menu board lists various toast and coffee options with prices. Several certificates and awards are also visible, along with a sign advertising "Honey Ginger Tea".
Toast with Kaya and Coffee
A close-up shot of kaya toast served on a brown and white striped plate. The toast is cut into triangles and appears to have a green kaya filling. A brown ceramic cup with a dark brown rim sits on a saucer to the left of the toast. In the background, a white bowl with a yellow substance, possibly egg yolk, is visible. The table surface is a bright green.
Man at a food stall
A man sits at a table in what appears to be an outdoor food court or hawker center. On the table in front of him is a cup of coffee, a plate of toast, and a plate with two fried eggs. There are also condiment bottles on the table. In the background, there are stacks of green crates and tables with green seats. The walls have male and female restroom symbols.
Coffee and Cake
A close-up shot of a cup of black coffee on a saucer, next to a slice of cake wrapped in plastic. The table surface is a bright green.
Ah Seng (Hai Nam) Coffee Stall
A food stall with a sign advertising Kaya Toast and Coffee. Below the main sign is a menu board with various toast and coffee options. There are also promotional materials and products displayed.
Food Stall Menu and Advertisements
A food stall with a menu board displaying various toast and drink options. Several advertisements and news clippings are displayed on the stall's front, including awards and articles about Singaporean food and culture. Egg cartons are visible on a shelf to the right.
Food Stalls in a Market
A row of food stalls in a market, with tables and chairs in the foreground. One stall advertises Hainanese Chicken Rice, another Kaya Toast and Coffee, and a third Mr Batang Fish. The stalls have their shutters down.
Kaya Toast and Coffee
A hand holds a slice of kaya toast, revealing a green kaya jam and butter filling. In the background, a cup of coffee sits on a saucer on a tray. The tray has a printed instruction to "Clear your disposable crockery, tissues and wipes."
Kaya Toast and Coffee Stall
A stall selling traditional Kaya Toast and Hainanese Coffee. The stall has a sign with the business name and offerings, as well as a menu board with prices for various toast and coffee options. There are also stacks of eggs, cups, and other items for sale.
Food Court Stalls
A view of a food court with several stalls and seating areas. In the foreground, there are tables with stacks of maroon trays. To the left, stall 02-94 advertises Hainanese Chicken Rice and Boneless Chicken Rice. Stall 02-95, labeled "亞成:咖啡", appears to be a coffee and drinks stall with various items displayed. Stall 02-96, named "MR BATANG FISH 96", is also visible. In the background, more tables and chairs are set up, and some stalls have food preparation areas. Green and purple bins are stacked to the right.
Kaya Toast and Coffee Sign
A brightly lit sign advertises Kaya Toast and Coffee. The sign features text in English and Chinese, along with images of coffee cups and toast. Below the main sign, a yellow menu board lists various food and drink items with prices. There are also award certificates and other signage visible.
Famous Crispy Curry Puff Stall
A closed food stall with a large sign advertising "Famous Crispy Curry Puff". The stall has a metal roller shutter door. To the left of the sign, there are images of noodles. To the right, there are images of drinks and set meals. A handwritten note on the shutter reads "We are CLOSED today! We'll be back with you soon.". A shopping trolley and various items are placed in front of the stall.
Noodles with Minced Meat and Fish Balls
A close-up overhead shot of a meal served on a black tray. The meal includes a bowl of noodles with minced meat, fish balls, and chopped scallions, a small bowl of clear soup with scallions, a cup of black coffee on a saucer with a spoon, and a small dish of sliced red chilies. Chopsticks and a large spoon are placed on the noodle bowl. A small packet of condiments is visible on the right side of the tray.
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