Last updated 5 August 2026. This page was reviewed on that date. Prices, rates and opening hours change often in Singapore — confirm anything that matters directly with the business before you travel or spend.
Quick answer: This directory covers five dessert brands in Singapore: TOM’S PALETTE (gelato, since 2005), DESSERT FIRST (traditional desserts, since 2009), Mei Heong Yuen Dessert (Chinese desserts, Chinatown, since 2002), L’ECLAIR PATISSERIE (Singapore’s first éclair specialty store, since 2014), and APIARY CREAMERY (ice cream, Neil Road).
Desserts are always sweeter when shared, and these five spots understand that a scoop or a slice is only half the treat—the other half is the company. Whether you’re rounding up your kakis for an indulgent catch-up or soothing a solo craving in a warm, bustling space, these dessert destinations in Singapore turn sugar into connection. Here’s where to head when you want something sweet and a spot to lepak.
TOM’S PALETTE
TOM’S PALETTE, founded in 2005, makes gelato with fresh, raw ingredients and no artificial colorings or flavorings, in flavors like Salted Egg Yolk, Nasi Lemak, and Mango Sticky Rice.
Their gelato is not cheap, but one scoop of the nasi lemak flavor does the work of a whole plate. Split a double scoop with someone—two flavours, half the cost each. Fresh ingredients, no colouring, so you taste what you pay for. The clever crowd goes on a weekday; shorter queue, same batch. Can tapau, but why? Eat there, let the aircon make it feel more atas.
Step in, and it’s a quick decision—glass counter, flavours clear, no fuss. The pace is brisk; point, pay, get your scoop, then find a spot by the wall or outside if the bench is open. Go with one other person, order two different scoops in a cup, and swap halfway. That way you both taste more for the same spend. The aircon makes it feel like a proper sit-down, not just a grab-and-go. Stay a while, let the gelato soften slightly—better texture. This one works.
Products or Services
Small-batch gelato that changes daily, plus event services (pre-packed cups, live scooping stations), waffles, and gelato-making teambuilding workshops.
Contact Information & Location
- Bugis: 51 Middle Road, #01-01, Singapore 188959 — Tue-Thu & Sun 12-10pm; Fri-Sat 12pm-12am; Mon closed (hours per third-party listings — confirm before visiting)
- Kovan: 212 Hougang Street 21, #01-333, Singapore 530212 — Mon-Fri 5pm-12am; Sat-Sun 12pm-12am (hours per third-party listings — confirm before visiting) — [email protected]
- Phone: +65 8815 8054
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: TOM’S PALETTE
The real scene is the gelato-making workshop, where you and your group spend an hour churning a custom batch. Afterwards, everyone crowds the tasting counter debating which local-inspired flavour—Salted Egg Yolk or Nasi Lemak—works best. A playful, hands-on way to turn dessert into a shared memory.
DESSERT FIRST
DESSERT FIRST, established 2009 on Liang Seah Street, serves hot and cold traditional Chinese-influenced desserts.
That mango snow ice is a mountain. One order feeds two, maybe three if they’re not greedy. Skip the Belgian waffle—too sweet, adds cost. Go for the durian dessert if you’re sharing with kaki; strong flavour, less needed. Soya beancurd is the real sleeper: cheap, warm, keeps it simple. Wait for a queue? No, go late afternoon when it’s quiet.
The room is casual, bright, tables pushed close enough for easy conversation but not so tight you’re eavesdropping. Order at the counter, take a number, and let them bring the bowls over. Once seated, scan what other tables are sharing—that mango ice really is enough for two. The warm soya beancurd arrives fast; spoon it slowly, it holds heat well. If you’re with a group, one person queues while the others chope a table. Late afternoon, the pace is unhurried, the staff more relaxed. Good for a long catch-up.
Products or Services
Mango, durian, and Belgian waffle desserts, soya beancurd, mango ice shaving, shaved ice, and Mango Snow Ice.
Contact Information & Location
- Location: 8 Liang Seah Street, #01-04, Singapore 189029
- Phone: +65 6333 0428
- Email: [email protected]
- Operating Hours: Mon-Thu 1pm-1am; Fri 1pm-2am; Sat 12pm-2am; Sun 12pm-1am
- Facebook: DESSERT FIRST
Pulling up a chair at one of the long shared tables, you’ll see groups excitedly spooning into bowls of mango ice shaving or passing around a wedge of Belgian waffle. It’s the kind of place where you come for something cold and end up lingering for the easy, buzzy atmosphere.
Mei Heong Yuen Dessert
Mei Heong Yuen Dessert, run by sisters Connie and Clara Lee, with its Chinatown flagship on Temple Street operating since 2002, is one of Singapore’s Chinatown Heritage Brands and the supplier behind FARMER BRAND groundnuts.
The peanut paste is the staple—smooth, steady. Order it hot, no frills. Mango snow ice can be pricey; go with a group to split. Their real advantage is the groundnuts: buy a packet to take home, tastes like the supplier’s own, but kopitiam price. Sisters run a tight ship, so the quality doesn’t slip. This one can, especially if you’re craving something traditional.
Walk in and you’re part of a steady flow—locals, families, tourists all navigating the tight seating. Grab a table first if you can, then send one person to the counter. The hot peanut paste comes in a ceramic bowl, thick enough to coat the spoon; eat it slow, it fills you up. If you’re sharing, get an extra empty bowl and split it clean—no double-dipping awkwardness. The groundnut packets near the till are the quiet win: tapau a bag home, they stay crisp for days. Chinatown bustle outside, simple comfort inside.
Products or Services
Silky peanut paste, mango snow ice, various pastes, steamed egg pudding, and chendol snow ice.
Contact Information & Location
- Location: 63-67 Temple Street, Singapore 058611 (11 outlets islandwide)
- Operating Hours: Tue-Sun 12-9:30pm; Mon closed
- Website: Mei Heong Yuen Dessert
At the Temple Street flagship, you’re likely to see families spanning three generations, each one ordering their own favourite bowl. The smooth peanut paste arrives warm and steady, and the buzz of chatter fills the air. It’s a spot that makes you feel part of Chinatown’s ongoing sweet story.
L’ECLAIR PATISSERIE
L’ECLAIR PATISSERIE, founded in 2014 by Sarah and Michelle (both trained at Le Cordon Bleu Paris), is Singapore’s first éclair specialty store and cafe.
Mini éclairs are the smart pick. Get a box of minis—you taste a few flavours for the price of one full-sized. Orh Nee flavour is local taste done atas, without the restaurant markup. Go for afternoon tea set if you can split with someone; otherwise, just the éclair and a plain water. Weekday visits mean no jostle, same pastry skill. That’s value.
It’s a small, bright space with a calm pace—more café than rush-through. Pick your éclairs from the display, and the staff plates them nicely, no hurry. Sit by the window if you can; the light makes the pastries look even better. Get a box of minis to share, and cut each one into halves or thirds. That way everyone gets a clean cross-section of each flavour, and nothing goes to waste. A pot of plain tea between two stretches the visit, and the bill stays reasonable. Go on a weekday and you can linger.
Products or Services
Éclairs from classic to flavors like Orh Nee and Hojicha (up to 10 flavors daily, in regular and mini sizes), and afternoon tea sets including the Merry-Go-Délice Afternoon Tea.
Contact Information & Location
- Location: 190 Clemenceau Avenue, #01-28, Singapore Shopping Centre, Singapore 239924 (nearest MRT: Dhoby Ghaut, Exit B)
- Phone: +65 6635 7909
- Email: [email protected]
- Operating Hours: Daily 10am-6pm
- Website: L’ECLAIR PATISSERIE
The Merry-Go-Délice Afternoon Tea turns a catch-up into a proper occasion. You settle into the bright, Paris-meets-local space, passing miniature éclairs between friends while debating whether the Orh Nee or hojicha wins. It’s a leisurely, pastry-centred way to while away an afternoon together.
APIARY CREAMERY
APIARY CREAMERY, on Neil Road, makes handcrafted ice cream with natural ingredients and no artificial additives.
Sicilian pistachio scoop, no cone—saves you a bit. The honey and cocoa nibs flavour is rich; share a scoop, it goes further. Skip the charcoal waffle: looks good, adds price. Their coffee partnership means you can get a decent kopi nearby, no need their latte. Come off-peak, the scoops are still generous. This one, worth it for a treat.
The shopfront is narrow, so you queue along the five-foot way, peering at the daily flavours chalked up. Once inside, it’s a quick exchange—taste a sample or two, then commit. Take your cup and walk a few doors down to the kopitiam; their kopi is strong and half the price of a café latte. Share a double scoop with someone, alternating spoonfuls, and the richness of the pistachio or honey cocoa nibs stretches further. Come before the dinner crowd, and you’ll get a spot at the bench without the squeeze.
Products or Services
Ice cream flavors including Wildflower Honey with Cocoa Nibs and Sicilian Pistachio, plus charcoal waffles and lemon tart pastries, paired with Two Degrees North Coffee Company coffee.
Contact Information & Location
- Location: 84 Neil Road, Singapore 088844
- Phone: +65 8490 2009 (some listings show +65 6493 7273 — confirm before calling)
- Operating Hours: Sun-Thu 12-10pm; Fri-Sat 12pm-11pm (some listings show a later 12am Fri-Sat close — confirm before visiting); last order 30 minutes before closing
- Website: APIARY CREAMERY
The narrow Neil Road space hums with quiet conversation as small groups huddle over charcoal waffles and scoops of Wildflower Honey with Cocoa Nibs. Pair your cone with a coffee from Two Degrees North and you’ve got yourself a relaxed hangout that feels like a neighbourhood gem.
At a Glance
| Brand | Specialty | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TOM’S PALETTE | Gelato | Bugis / Kovan |
| DESSERT FIRST | Traditional Chinese-style desserts | Liang Seah Street |
| Mei Heong Yuen Dessert | Chinese desserts, heritage brand | Chinatown + 11 outlets |
| L’ECLAIR PATISSERIE | Éclairs | Dhoby Ghaut |
| APIARY CREAMERY | Ice cream | Neil Road |
About this list: This is a directory of five dessert brands in Singapore — not a ranking or endorsement, and not exhaustive.
Disclaimer: Information here has been compiled from the businesses’ own websites and other publicly available sources, current as of July 2026, and may change. We do not guarantee it is complete or error-free and disclaim liability for inaccuracies or omissions; let us know if you spot an error so we can correct it.
What the Occasion Calls For
If it’s a quick sweet after makan, keep it simple. Tom’s Palette gelato is a straight-up scoop, no fuss, good to go. Apiary Creamery does ice cream that gets the job done. These are for when you just want something cold and easy, no need to chope a table. Two-word verdict: value pick. For a casual walk-about dessert, this one can.
But when you want to sit down, share, and make a bit of a production, look at the traditional joints. Mei Heong Yuen gives you Chinese desserts in a kopitiam setting – think hot and cold bowls, good for a group. Dessert First also brings old-school comfort. For something more atas, L’Eclair Patisserie is a full display counter affair, each piece a little work. That one, bring a date or a friend you want to impress. Verdict: pay a bit more, get more show.
