Hidden away under the void deck of an unassuming HDB in Bukit Merah is the newly opened Rookie's Coffee Shop. First things first, space is really tight. We're talking about seating capacity for just under six exclusive guests. But if you manage to grab a seat for a quick morning sesh, this trendy alcove is plastered in muted colours contrasted with some brightly coloured furniture and lush green plant babies. Can't snag a seat indoors? Slug it out over the camper chairs and tables right outside to enjoy your cuppa – this laissez-faire seating arrangement seems to be the trend these days.
Here, coffee remains the focus as you can expect to find your standard pours served over the counter while the Aeropress option uses beans from Colombia, Ethiopia and Kenya to offer a range of fruity to earthy flavour profiles. Come for the coffee, but stick around for the cool cred of finding a hidden café in Singapore.
