Killiney Kopitiam at Sembawang Shopping Centre
Location: 604 Sembawang Road, #02-16/17, Sembawang Shopping Centre, Singapore 758459
Floor 2 · Sembawang Shopping Centre
Century-old heritage kopitiam brand famous for charcoal-grilled kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, and traditional Hainanese coffee.
Century-old heritage kopitiam brand famous for charcoal-grilled kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, and traditional Hainanese coffee.
Killiney Kopitiam is a Singapore institution with roots dating back to 1919, making it one of the island's oldest surviving kopitiams. This heritage brand is revered for preserving the traditional Hainanese kopitiam experience — the iconic kaya toast, grilled over charcoal for that unmistakable smoky crispness, paired with perfectly runny soft-boiled eggs seasoned with soy sauce and white pepper, and washed down with strong, aromatic coffee brewed through the traditional sock filter. It is a breakfast set that defines Singaporean food culture and has barely changed in over a century. The menu extends beyond breakfast to include local staples like laksa, mee siam, mee rebus, and curry chicken, each prepared with the same commitment to traditional recipes and honest flavours. Dine-in and takeaway are available, and the efficient service reflects the kopitiam ethos of delivering quality food quickly and affordably. Killiney Kopitiam appeals to anyone who appreciates Singapore's culinary heritage, from older generations who grew up with these flavours to younger diners discovering the pleasures of a proper, old-school kopitiam breakfast. For a century-old kopitiam experience that remains as relevant and delicious as ever, Killiney Kopitiam is a Singapore treasure. With its charcoal-grilled kaya toast and heritage recipes, it is living history in every bite.Operating Hours
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Negative Reviews
Poh Siew Ling
Extremely disappointed with the service and quality of the Teh C I ordered. The drink was completely tasteless, and when I asked about adding evaporated milk, the staff rudely replied that it would cost an extra $0.20. Paying for such a …
Nabilah Sharif
Extremely disappointed with the service and quality of the Teh C I ordered. The drink was completely tasteless, and when I asked about adding evaporated milk, the staff rudely replied that it would cost an extra $0.20. Paying for such a poorly made tea was a letdown—the cashier cum tea maker should take responsibility for this unsatisfactory experience
Positive Reviews
Lam Mei Ling
We absolutely love dining at Killiney Sembawang Shopping Centre. It has become our favourite spot for meals, and we are always warmly attended to by the friendly and helpful staff. …
Imran Mamat
Have been passing by this eatery place for quite some time since it's begin it's service and offering at level two of Sembawang Shopping Centre. And today I finally have the chance to have a meal here with my family. Ordered a kaya toast set and mee siam. Have to say that the toast is well done and is delicious. The serving staffs at the counter and food collection area are friendly and cheerful. Would return for another visit when chance upon.
Lau Si Hui
Came for coffee break. Never disappoint with their tea and coffee or even YuanYang. Nice friendly boss greets you with smile. Has inside and outside seatings. Huge space but sometimes “agents” and students hog the seats. Otherwise a great place to chill over coffee and chit chat with friends.
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Killiney Kopitiam
Killiney Kopitiam
A Killiney Kopitiam storefront with a prominent illuminated sign. The interior shows a counter with food and drinks, and seating areas. Plants are placed in front of the seating area.
Two cups of coffee
Two white mugs with the Killiney logo are on a wooden table. Each mug holds a glass filled with coffee.
Killiney Kopitiam Interior
An interior view of a Killiney Kopitiam outlet, showing the counter area with a staff member, menu screens, and seating areas with plants decorated with fairy lights.
Restaurant Interior with Closed Sign
The interior of a restaurant with the sign "KILLINEY SINCE 1919" hanging from the ceiling. Chairs and tables are stacked up, and a sign on a stand reads "KILLINEY CLOSED". There are framed pictures of food on the wall and large artificial plants in the foreground.
Noodle Dish with Egg and Meat
A close-up shot of a white plate filled with a noodle dish. The dish features a rich, brown gravy, pieces of fried meat or tofu, chopped green onions, bean sprouts, and a halved hard-boiled egg. A small lime wedge is also visible. Two spoons are resting on the plate. The background shows a marble-patterned tabletop.
Killiney Kopitiam
A Killiney Kopitiam food stall with digital menus displaying food items and prices. Customers are seen ordering and waiting at the counter. The stall features a prominent "KILLINEY SINCE 1919" sign. Adjacent to the stall, there is an advertisement for Skye Organic hair color services.
Soft-boiled eggs and coffee
A close-up shot of a breakfast meal on a wooden table. In a white bowl are two soft-boiled eggs with a spoon. To the right, a white cup with a brown beverage sits on a saucer. The cup has a logo that reads "KILLINEY SINCE 1919". A small orange spoon rests on the saucer. Behind the bowl and cup are two condiment shakers, one with a white lid and the other with a dark lid. The timestamp "07/09/2022 12:02" is visible in the bottom right corner.
Bear toy with coffee and rice noodle rolls
A teddy bear wearing a yellow t-shirt and holding chopsticks sits behind two cups of coffee on saucers. In front of the cups is a white rectangular plate with rice noodle rolls sprinkled with sesame seeds. The cups and saucers have the "KILLINEY" logo.
Roti Canai with Curry
A close-up shot of two pieces of Roti Canai served on a white rectangular plate, with a bowl of curry in the background. The Roti Canai is golden brown with flaky layers and some charred spots. The curry appears to be a rich, yellowish-orange color and contains pieces of chicken and potatoes. The meal is presented on a wooden table.
Fried Noodles with Egg
A plate of fried flat noodles with bean sprouts, green onions, and a fried egg. A lime wedge is also visible on the side of the plate.
Masala Tea Promotion
A sign advertises Killiney Masala Tea, described as 'The Tea with Spices from India'. Dine-in is priced at $3 for a 5oz serving, and take away is $4 for an 8oz cup. The sign features images of a glass of tea and a takeaway cup.
Toast with Condiments
A close-up shot of toasted bread slices served on a white plate. In the background, a condiment caddy with dark sauce and a shaker is visible, along with a blurred background of people and a cup with a logo.
Curry with Rice
A bowl of curry with vegetables such as eggplant, okra, and green beans, served with a side of white rice and a fork and spoon.
Fried Rice with Vegetables and Chili Paste
A white platter of fried rice is presented on a wooden surface. The rice is mixed with scrambled eggs, chopped vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, and baby corn, and a dollop of dark red chili paste on the side.
Fish and Chips
A white plate filled with fish and chips, served with a lemon wedge and tartar sauce. The food is placed on a wooden table.
Coffee and Drink
A cup of coffee and a tall glass of iced tea with lemon slices sit on a wooden table. A receipt is placed between the drinks.
Restaurant Interior with Digital Menus
An interior view of a restaurant with several digital menu boards displaying food items and prices. A prominent sign with the name "KILLINEY SINCE 1919" is visible. People are seen ordering and waiting. The decor includes some festive red banners.
Tea in a glass cup inside a mug
A close-up shot of a glass cup filled with tea, placed inside a white mug. The mug has the logo "KILLINEY" printed on it. The background is a wooden surface.
Interior of a cafe with wooden tables and chairs
The image shows the interior of a cafe with wooden flooring and tables. Several patrons are seated at different tables, some eating and some conversing. The cafe appears to be located within a shopping mall, with other shops visible in the background. Branding for 'KILLINEY' is visible on pillars and signage.
Killiney Restaurant Menu Boards
Digital menu boards display food items and prices for Killiney, a restaurant established in 1919. The boards show various dishes, including rice and noodles, with accompanying images. A red and white sign with the Killiney logo is prominently displayed.
Seafood Noodles
A close-up shot of a bowl of seafood noodles in a savory broth. The dish contains wide rice noodles, shrimp, fish cakes, and leafy green vegetables. The noodles are coated in a thick, glossy sauce with scrambled egg mixed in.
Char Kway Teow with Coffee
A plate of Char Kway Teow, a stir-fried noodle dish with prawns and bean sprouts, is served on a white plate. Two white mugs with the "KILLINEY" logo are visible in the background, one containing black coffee and the other a milky beverage.
Curry and Rice
A close-up shot of a meal featuring a mound of white rice topped with a savory curry sauce, served on a white plate. In the background, a white bowl contains more curry with pieces of meat, and a black serving utensil rests on its rim. A white mug with a logo partially visible on the right side completes the scene.
Killiney Kopitiam Interior
The interior of a Killiney Kopitiam restaurant, with a prominent sign displaying the restaurant's name and "SINCE 1919". The seating area features tables and chairs, with several patrons dining. Decorative framed pictures adorn the walls. A counter area is visible in the background, with food displays and staff. A promotional banner for "Singapore Traditional Kopi and Teh" is placed near the entrance.
Peanut Butter Toast
A plate of toasted bread slices filled with peanut butter.
Chicken Curry with Roti
A close-up shot of a bowl of chicken curry with potatoes, served with roti bread. The curry is a rich, golden-brown color with visible spices and tender pieces of chicken and potato. The roti is flaky and golden-brown.
Fish and Chips
A plate of fish and chips served with a lemon wedge, a small side salad, and a dollop of mayonnaise. The fish is golden brown and appears to be battered. The chips are crinkle-cut and also golden brown. The salad consists of shredded lettuce and red cabbage.
Fried Rice
A plate of fried rice with diced ham, scrambled eggs, and chopped chives, served on a white plate with a decorative rim, placed on a wooden table.
Killiney Products Display
A display shelf filled with various Killiney brand instant beverage and noodle products. The top shelf features large bags of Premium Teh Halia, Cafe Au Lait, Premium Matcha Latte, and another Teh Halia. The middle shelf shows smaller sachets of Premium Kopio Kosong, Premium Milk Tea, and Premium White Coffee. The bottom shelf contains boxes of Mee Siam, Laksa, Curry, and Mee Rebus. In the background, people are seated at tables in what appears to be a food court or cafe setting.
Fried Chicken Meal
A plate of food containing fried chicken, rice, a fried egg, chili paste, lettuce, and cucumber. A mug with the Killiney logo is visible in the background.
Spicy Stir-Fried Squid with Vegetables
A close-up shot of a white plate filled with stir-fried squid rings and chunks of bell peppers (red and green), onions, and tomatoes. The dish is coated in a dark, glossy sauce with visible spices. The food is served on a bed of fresh green lettuce leaves. The background shows a wooden table surface.
Killiney Coffee and Toast
A close-up shot of a breakfast set from Killiney, featuring toast with butter and kaya, two soft-boiled eggs in a bowl, and a cup of coffee on a saucer. The Killiney logo is visible on the coffee cup and also prominently displayed on a brick-like background with the text "KILLINEY SINCE 1910 @ SSC".
Killiney Restaurant Menu
A restaurant interior with illuminated menu boards displaying food items and prices. A large sign with the restaurant name "KILLINEY SINCE 1919" is prominently displayed. Below the menus, a counter area shows drinks in refrigerators and a display case with food items. A staff member is visible behind the counter.
Food and Drink at Killiney Kopitiam
A close-up shot of a table at Killiney Kopitiam, featuring several dishes and a mug. In the foreground, a plate of chicken with vegetables and rice is visible, accompanied by cutlery. To the right, a white mug with the Killiney logo is filled with water. In the background, another plate of stir-fried vegetables and a dish with rice and meat are partially visible. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment with wooden tables and chairs.
New Store Opening
A store is celebrating its grand opening with balloons and floral arrangements. The store's name, KILLINEY, is visible on a large balloon. People are seated at tables inside the store, and others are browsing in the background.
Noodle Soup Dish
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodle soup. The dish features noodles submerged in a thick, brown gravy. Toppings include sliced green and yellow chilies, a wedge of lime, fresh cilantro, fried shallots, bean sprouts, and what appears to be a hard-boiled egg cut in half. The soup is served on a white square plate.
Three cups of coffee
Three white cups with the logo "KILLINEY SINCE 1953" are filled with a dark beverage, likely coffee or hot chocolate. They are placed on white saucers on a wooden table. A dark tray is visible behind two of the cups. The background shows a wooden partition and blurred figures of people.
Noodles with Shrimp and Vegetables
A plate of stir-fried noodles with shrimp, bean sprouts, tomatoes, and green onions, served with a lime wedge and a small dish of chili sauce.
Diners at a Modern Food Court
A wide shot of a modern food court with wooden tables and benches. Several diners are seated at the tables, some looking at their phones, others resting their heads on their hands. In the background, escalators and various shop fronts are visible, including one with the signage "ALAN & GUYS". The overall ambiance is casual and contemporary.
Killiney Restaurant Interior
The interior of a Killiney restaurant, featuring seating areas with tables and chairs. The restaurant's logo is prominently displayed on the wall. Artwork and decorative lighting adorn the space. A person is seen standing at the counter. To the left, a display shows kitchen appliances.
Toast with Butter
Four slices of toasted bread, lightly buttered, are arranged on a white rectangular plate. A white mug with a logo is visible in the background.
Coffee cups on a table
A round wooden table is set with several white coffee cups and saucers. A tall glass pitcher is also on the table. Two chairs are visible, one dark upholstered armchair with wooden accents and another grey upholstered chair. The setting appears to be a cafe or lounge area.
Breakfast Set
A table setting with a breakfast spread, including soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce and pepper, toast with butter and jam, and two cups of beverages. One cup is a white mug with a logo that reads "KILLINEY" and contains a dark liquid, likely coffee or tea. The other cup contains a clear, light-colored liquid with a black spoon. A smartphone with a pearl wrist strap is also visible on the table. The timestamp "Singapore | 2024.06.29 17:29" is present in the lower left corner.
Shredded Chicken in Sauce
A close-up shot of shredded chicken in a rich, orange-colored sauce, served on a white plate. Some yellow food item is visible on the left side of the plate. The chicken appears tender and moist, with the sauce coating the shredded pieces. The image has a timestamp in the bottom right corner: "2024.01.28 13:15".
Curry Laksa
A close-up shot of a bowl of curry laksa, a popular Southeast Asian noodle soup. The dish features a rich, orange-hued broth, noodles, a halved hard-boiled egg, and various toppings including fried tofu puffs and chili paste. The bowl is placed on a wooden surface.
Char Kway Teow and Coffee
A plate of Char Kway Teow is served with chopsticks on a white plate. A white mug with the Killiney logo and a spoon is filled with coffee. A white bowl is also visible on the wooden table.
Killiney Special Offer Poster
A poster advertising a special offer from Killiney, featuring hot and cold drinks. The hot drink is priced at $1.00 and the cold drink at $1.80. The poster also mentions purchasing any 'Local Delight or Signature' item. A green delivery box is visible at the top.
Fried Turnip Cake with Egg and Scallions
A close-up shot of a plate of fried turnip cake, also known as radish cake or lo bak go, mixed with scrambled egg and garnished with chopped green onions. The dish appears to be savory and slightly crispy from frying.
Chicken Chop with Rice
A black plate filled with a chicken chop, rice, french fries, and a fried egg. The chicken chop is covered in brown gravy and topped with a pat of butter. A dollop of red sauce is next to the rice. The french fries are crinkle-cut.
Order Receipt and Pager
A close-up view of a restaurant order receipt and a pager with the number 12 on it. A red light is illuminated on the pager. The receipt lists several food and drink items.
Sweet and Sour Pork
A plate of sweet and sour pork served with lettuce, pineapple chunks, onions, and tomatoes.
Chicken and Rice Dish
A white plate holds a serving of white rice next to a dish of stir-fried chicken with vegetables. The chicken appears to be coated in a dark, glossy sauce and mixed with pieces of red and green bell peppers, onions, and possibly basil leaves. A fork and spoon rest on the side of the plate.
Interior of a cafe with wooden accents
The image shows the interior of a cafe with a prominent wooden partition in the foreground. Several tables and chairs are set up for dining, with some patrons seated. In the background, the cafe's counter area is visible, along with signage for 'KILLINEY'. The cafe appears to be located within a larger shopping mall, as indicated by the escalators and other storefronts visible in the distance.
Teddy bear with coffee and hot chocolate
A plush teddy bear wearing a yellow t-shirt with the word "frappuccino" printed on it sits on a wooden table next to two cups of beverages. One cup contains black coffee, and the other contains hot chocolate. Both cups have the "KILLINEY" logo and "SINCE 1919" printed on them. A red spoon rests on the saucer of the coffee cup.
Coffee with Spoon
A close-up shot of a white mug filled with coffee, resting on a white saucer. An orange spoon is placed in the mug. The mug has a logo that reads "KILLINEY SINCE 1919" in orange and black lettering. The background is blurred, showing a marble tabletop and hints of people and furniture.
Interior of a cafe with customers
The image shows the interior of a cafe with several customers seated at tables. A prominent sign with the word "KILLINEY" is visible. There is a counter area where staff are serving customers, and digital menu boards are displayed. The cafe has a modern design with a mix of seating arrangements and decorative elements.
Indoor dining area with plants and seating
An indoor dining area with several tables and chairs, some occupied by diners. Large potted plants are placed throughout the space, and decorative pillars with a tropical leaf pattern are visible. In the background, a counter area with a chef preparing food is visible, along with signage in Japanese characters.
Killiney Menu Display
A display case shows a menu with various food items and prices, along with packaged coffee and tea products. The menu features dishes like Sweet & Sour Pork, Salted Egg Pork Ribs Rice, and Fish and Chips. Packaged Killiney brand tea and coffee are displayed on shelves.
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