Our #1 pick for cafes near Toa Payoh MRT is Au Croissant - Toa Payoh, rated 4.9 on Google from 429 reviews, about 420 m (~7 min walk) from the station. At #2, Fluffydolls Catfe is rated 4.9 on Google from 397 reviews, about 760 m (~12 min) away.
*Approximate straight-line distance from the station; walking time estimated from it.
Ratings and review counts from Google Maps, as of 25 Sep 2026.
The top 10
NO.1
Au Croissant - Toa Payoh
Google rating 4.9429 Google reviews~420 m / ~7 min walk (approx.)
$ · InexpensiveGoogle category: Cafe
Known for
Pastries
Croissant
Sourdough
Butter croissant
Red bean crispy croissant
Pistachio croissant
Croissant-focused cafe at 600 Lorong 4 Toa Payoh with outdoor seating. Butter, pistachio and red bean crispy croissants are the ones reviewers mention, along with the sourdough and other pastries.
Google rating 4.9397 Google reviews~760 m / ~12 min walk (approx.)
Google category: Cat cafe
Known for
Cozy atmosphere
Calm cats
Different breeds
Active cats
Mainecoon
Cosy place
Cat cafe at 551A Balestier Road, next to its cattery, where visitors can spend time with resident pedigree cats over light refreshments and ask about kittens. Reviewers mention the calm cats, the range of breeds including Maine Coons, and the cosy space.
Google rating 4.7129 Google reviews~240 m / ~4 min walk (approx.)
$ · InexpensiveGoogle category: Coffee shop
Known for
Matcha
Peaceful atmosphere
Duck matcha
Mochi
Affordable matcha
Duck marshmallow
Coffee shop in Toa Payoh Central, four minutes from the station, whose reviews centre on matcha, including its duck matcha, plus mochi and duck marshmallows. Reviewers also call it peaceful and the matcha affordable.
Google rating 4.7111 Google reviews~100 m / ~2 min walk (approx.)
Google category: Dessert shop
Known for
Matcha
Waffles
Mochi waffle
Mango
Banana pudding
Affordability
Dessert shop at HDB Hub, two minutes from the station, serving specialty coffee and matcha in the mornings and desserts from noon until 10pm. Mochi waffles, banana pudding and mango come up in reviews.
Google rating 4.5667 Google reviews~910 m / ~15 min walk (approx.)
$ · InexpensiveGoogle category: Cake shop
Known for
Crepe cakes
Thai milk tea
Banana pudding
Tiramisu crepe cake
Kunafa cake
Mille crepe cake
Cake shop at Shaw Plaza specialising in handcrafted crepe cakes, with dine-in seating, birthday party packages and a baking studio. Reviewers mention the tiramisu crepe cake, kunafa cake, banana pudding and Thai milk tea.
Creamier Handcrafted Ice Cream and Coffee (Toa Payoh)
Google rating 4.42,499 Google reviews~760 m / ~12 min walk (approx.)
$ · InexpensiveGoogle category: Cafe
Known for
Waffles
Pistachio ice cream
Waffle ice cream
Earl grey lavender ice cream
Long queue
Gula melaka ice cream
Flagship neighbourhood cafe of a local artisanal ice cream brand, now with a bakery and deli serving sourdough, shokupan and sandwiches. Reviewers talk about the waffles and flavours like pistachio, earl grey lavender and gula melaka, and mention long queues.
Google rating 515 Google reviews~210 m / ~3 min walk (approx.)
$ · InexpensiveGoogle category: Coffee stand
Known for
Hojicha
Friendly owner
Iced
Not too bitter
Communication
Cup
Home-based coffee stand near Play@Heights serving specialty coffee and hojicha for takeaway. Its listed hours cover Saturday mornings only, with the latest times and menu posted on Instagram.
Google rating 4.4787 Google reviews~130 m / ~2 min walk (approx.)
$ · InexpensiveGoogle category: Cafe
Known for
Polite staff
Croissant
Sandwiches
Long queue
Baguette
Helpful cashier
Bakery cafe at 480 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, two minutes from the station, open 8am to 9pm daily. Croissants, baguettes and sandwiches are what reviewers mention, along with polite staff and occasional long queues.
Google rating 4.4266 Google reviews~730 m / ~12 min walk (approx.)
$ · InexpensiveGoogle category: Cafe
Known for
Beans
Cappuccino
Geisha coffee
Croissant
Roast
Espresso machine
Coffee-focused cafe on Balestier Road where reviewers talk about the beans, roasts, cappuccino and geisha coffee, plus croissants. It has outdoor seating and closes at 3pm on Wednesdays.
Google rating 4.4222 Google reviews~960 m / ~16 min walk (approx.)
Google category: Ice cream shop
Known for
Waffle
Gelato
Crispy waffle
Pistachio ice cream
Ice cream and waffle
Dark Chocolate
Modern gelato cafe at Blk 107 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh serving gelato with crispy waffles, open from noon until midnight, and until 1am from Friday to Sunday. Pistachio and dark chocolate are among the flavours reviewers mention.
Which of the cafes near Toa Payoh MRT has the most Google reviews?
Creamier Handcrafted Ice Cream and Coffee (Toa Payoh), with 2,499 Google reviews and a 4.4 rating as of 25 Sep 2026. DÉLIFRANCE is next with 787 reviews.
Which of these cafes is closest to Toa Payoh MRT?
Yes! Dessert Club, about 100 m (~2 min walk) from the station, then DÉLIFRANCE at about 130 m. Distances are straight-line and approximate.
Which of these cafes are open late?
Going by the hours on their Google listings, CRÈME lists 12pm to 1am on Fri, Sat and Sun. Hours change, so check Google Maps before you go.
