Top spots for pillowy soft sweet and savoury pancakes in Singapore

Although Pancakes and Friends are best known for their affordable bagels, their star dish is right there in their name. A small, cozy cafe tucked away in Far East Plaza, Pancakes and Friends serves up heavenly souffle pancakes in interesting flavours like Honey Butter Popcorn, Tiramisu, and the savoury Fish Fish Egg Egg option, which comes with sunny side-up eggs and smoked salmon. Starting from just $10 nett for a stack of plain pancakes dressed with maple syrup, this cafe is truly a hidden gem for affordable cafe-style food.

Pancakes and Friends is located at 14 Scotts Rd, #01-34 Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213. Check out their Instagram page for more information.

Since 2016, Beyond Pancakes has been the go-to spot for families craving American-style pancakes. The halal-certified restaurant also has burgers and pastas, inspired by American and European cuisine, on offer. Those who come here for the pancakes can choose from classic flavours like chocolate chip, blueberry or even mint chocolate chip before going wild on quintessential pancake toppings like fresh fruit, sauces, and ice cream. If you don’t have much of a sweet tooth, opt for the Les Saucisses, or mushroom and spring onion-stuffed pancakes with a side of black pepper chicken sausages.

Beyond Pancakes has two outlets in Singapore. Check out their website for reservations and other information.

For Taiwanese food lovers in Singapore, Typhoon cafe is quite the well-known spot. With three outlets across the country, the restaurant is popular for savoury dishes like lu rou fan and golden chicken fritters. But its unique lineup of desserts, including fluffy souffle pancakes, is not to be overlooked. Served with ice cream and fresh fruit, options like the Strawberry or the BBT Souffle Stackers are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Lovers of traditional Castella pancakes, a spongy Japanese pancake baked in a skillet, can also choose from flavours like vanilla or matcha.

Typhoon Cafe has three outlets in Singapore. Click here for more information.

Nestled at Cross Street Exchange, Group Therapy Coffee is the perfect brunch spot for those seeking to sip on quality coffee and people-watch in a warm and cozy environment. Another reason to come here? Their selection of sweet and savoury pancakes. Specifically, their Pumpkin Pancakes, served warm with juicy slabs of smoked salmon, jelly-like poached eggs and topped with tobiko roe, are a must-try for newcomers and seasoned brunch lovers alike. 

Group Therapy Coffee is located at 181 South Bridge Rd, #01-05 & #K1-04, Singapore 058743. Get more details at their website. 

Real pancake connoisseurs would definitely know about a cult-classic spot called The Pancake Parlour, a beloved pancake house based in Melbourne. Thanks to Surrey Hills Grocer, Singaporean foodies no longer need to look too far for a good fix of their delectable flapjacks. Visit the grocery store cum cafe’s outlets at Woodleigh Mall and One Holland Village to enjoy pancakes served with lager fish and chips or even a savoury teppanyaki option. 

Surrey Hills Grocer has multiple outlets. Visit their website for more details.

Looking for premium pancakes with a unique local twist? Check out Pancake & Waffle Place, a homegrown restaurant with an extensive selection of both savoury and sweet pancake dishes. Standouts include the Lemak Duck pancakes and the Cempedak Creme Brulee, an indulgent stack of pancakes served with cempedak flesh and custard, fruits, as well as torched sugar on top. 

Pancake & Waffle Place is located at 56 Kandahar St, Singapore 198904. Check out their website for more information.

Another spot known for serving up melt-in-your-mouth souffle pancakes, Flipper’s is a pancake chain that originally hails from Japan, where souffle pancakes first gained popularity. Besides their usual jiggly pancake lineup, Flipper’s also offers limited-edition seasonal specials under their Kiseki Pancakes menu, where some star ingredients are flown in directly from Japan. Past flavours include mango, peach and Awayuki strawberries.

Flipper’s has two outlets across the island. Head over to their Instagram page to find out more.