Popular Malaysian coffeehouse chain Oriental Kopi opens in Singapore
Oriental Kopi, a renowned Malaysian coffeehouse chain, made its Singapore debut on 27 Nov at Bugis Junction.
Source: Oriental Kopi on Facebook
This marks the brand’s first overseas venture, achieved in partnership with local F&B leader, Paradise Group.
The coffeehouse sits on the second-floor space previously occupied by Japanese tendon restaurant Kogane Yama.
Competitive pricing for drinks, but food items cost more
Fans of kopi O and teh O will be pleased to find that beverage prices in Singapore are comparable to those in Malaysia.
According to Shin Min Daily News, a small cup costs S$1.80, about 20 cents cheaper than the Malaysian price of RM6.50 (roughly S$2).
A large cup is priced at S$3, just 10 cents more than its Malaysian counterpart, which costs RM9.50 (around S$2.90).
Image courtesy of Oriental Kopi
However, some of Oriental Kopi’s signature food items are significantly more expensive in the Lion City.
For instance, the best-selling egg tarts are priced at S$15.60 for a set of six, a 75% increase from the RM29.40 (approximately S$8.90) price across the Causeway.
Image courtesy of Oriental Kopi
Similarly, the iconic Polo Buns cost S$4.60 each in Singapore, double their RM7.90 (about S$2.40) price in Malaysia.
Long queues even during non-peak hours
Despite the higher prices, the opening of Oriental Kopi at Bugis Junction received an overwhelming response, with long queues of eager patrons forming even during non-peak hours.
Source: Oriental Kopi on Facebook
A 60-year-old restaurant owner shared with Shin Min Daily News that he drives his family to Johor Bahru at least three times a month just to dine at Oriental Kopi.
“When I heard they opened a branch here in Singapore, I immediately came to try it out,” he said, adding that the pricing is reasonable given the convenience and quality.
Another diner, a 40-year-old engineer, started queueing with his wife and two children around 1pm.
He noted that travelling to Malaysia with young kids can be challenging, so visiting Oriental Kopi in Singapore was a far more convenient option.
Plans to open more outlets in Singapore
Since its establishment in 2021, Oriental Kopi has consistently attracted long queues at its Malaysian outlets, where wait times can stretch up to an hour.
Following the strong response to its Singapore launch, Paradise Group has announced plans to expand the cafe’s presence.
Over the next three years, it intends to open eight outlets across Singapore, catering to the growing demand for its signature offerings.
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Featured image adapted from Oriental Kopi on Facebook and courtesy of Oriental Kopi.
