This shop in Paya Lebar is easily mistaken as a new cafe or restaurant to the untrained eye. But lo and behold, Ho Tit Coffee Powder Factory isn’t just a hipster cafe with a vintage-sounding name; it’s an actual coffee roasting factory. Curious? Here’s what you can expect if you’re planning a visit.
Image credit: Carmen Chew via Google Maps
There’s already a photo spot before you enter. The faded signboard, rustic gates, and surrounding plants all make for an IG-worthy storefront. Once you’re done snapping your OOTDs here, walk through the metal gates and you’ll be transported to the early ‘90s.
Say hi to Dominic.
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Chances are, you’ll be greeted by the shop’s friendly owners – Dominic and Cynthia. Feel free to have a chat with them; they’re known to be knowledgeable about all things coffee and are quick to share with visitors. Find out how and why Cynthia curated the coffee bean selections, and how Dominic runs the place as a second-generation owner. It’s all pretty interesting.
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Then, take a quick lap around the place and you’ll notice an array of retro trinkets and mementos displayed. Take the classic marble-top table and wooden chairs for example – you can easily take Pinterest-worthy pictures here.
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We also spotted an antique coffee grinder, radios, CDs, and even weighing scales that aren’t battery operated – something we don’t commonly see. Remember to be careful when browsing these items, given that most of them are probably fragile and older than some of us.
Image adapted from: @ho_tit_coffee via Instagram
If all that talk about caffeine has got you buzzin’ with excitement, go peruse their wide selection of coffee beans and powders. There are Arabica beans from Indonesia, Brazil, Malaysia, and Columbia. Those well-versed in caffeine will know that these places produce quality beans.
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Ho Tit Coffee Powder Factory also sells drip coffee sachets that come in 5 flavours, including 1 that has faint herbal notes thanks to the ginseng used. If you’re unfamiliar about the art of coffee brewing, go ahead and ask the owners the how-tos. They might even throw in some coffee samples and snacks to pair with your beverage.
Whether you’re a budding barista or not, it’s worth paying Ho Tit Coffee Powder Factory a visit. Have a quick chat with the owners and you’ll be filled with plenty of caffeine-related knowledge. Not to mention, your camera roll will be packed full with gorgeous pics of the shop’s decorations too.
Address: 402 Upper Paya Lebar Road, Singapore 534988
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm | Sun 1pm-5pm
Contact: 9681 6195 (Whatsapp) | Ho Tit Coffee Powder Factory website
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Cover image adapted from: @ho_tit_coffee via Instagram, Carmen Chew via Google Maps
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