Ya Kun Kaya Toast at Plaza Singapura stands as a cornerstone of Singapore's culinary heritage, proudly located at Level 4 (units #04-70/71) of this prestigious Orchard Road shopping complex. Since its foundation in 1944 by Loi Ah Koon, Ya Kun has been serving perfectly crisp and delectable kaya toast alongside soft-boiled eggs to the Singaporean community, establishing itself as the definitive destination for traditional Singaporean breakfast experiences. With dozens of outlets across the city, Ya Kun has maintained unwavering consistency in taste and quality over eight decades, building a loyal customer base that spans multiple generations and cultural backgrounds. The Plaza Singapura location embodies the brand's commitment to preserving authentic local breakfast traditions while serving both nostalgic locals seeking comfort food and curious visitors eager to experience Singapore's most iconic morning meal in its most traditional form.
The signature breakfast offerings at Ya Kun Plaza Singapura center around the legendary kaya toast, featuring perfectly toasted bread slathered with home-made kaya – a fragrant spread crafted from eggs and coconut – complemented by thick slices of lightly-salted butter that create the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The traditional breakfast set, priced affordably around , includes the essential soft-boiled eggs cooked to perfection and served with dark soy sauce and white pepper, alongside freshly brewed kopi made from high-quality beans and served with evaporated milk to create Singapore's distinctive coffee experience. This combination represents the most popular breakfast meal in Singapore, embodying generations of culinary tradition where toasted bread with kaya, kopi, and soft-boiled eggs seasoned with pepper and dark soy sauce create a harmony of flavors that has become synonymous with Singaporean morning rituals and cultural identity.
What distinguishes Ya Kun Plaza Singapura from modern breakfast establishments is their dedication to preserving authentic preparation methods and traditional flavors that have remained unchanged since 1944, ensuring every customer experiences the genuine taste of Singapore's breakfast heritage. The skilled preparation team follows time-honored recipes and techniques, from the precise timing required for perfect soft-boiled eggs to the careful brewing process that creates kopi's distinctive high-caffeine strength and rich flavor profile. The Plaza Singapura location's strategic position in the heart of Singapore's shopping district makes these traditional breakfast experiences accessible to a diverse audience, from busy office workers seeking a authentic start to their day to tourists discovering the flavors that define Singaporean morning culture. This combination of culinary authenticity, historical significance, consistent quality, and cultural importance has established Ya Kun Plaza Singapura as more than just a breakfast spot – it's a living museum of Singaporean food culture where every meal connects customers to eight decades of tradition and the simple pleasure of enjoying Singapore's most beloved breakfast in its most authentic form.
I feel the management need to take action against customers that are hogging the tables during peak hours. Apart from locals who are working nearby, there are also foreigners that enjoy dinning here.
In this photo, starting from the left, you will see, 1 man with laptop occupying 4 seats.
Followed in the middle, 2 men with laptop occupying 6 seats.
Lastly on the right, a couple occupying 6 seats.
I hope the management can help to deter these irresponsible actions for your own benefit to allow more customers for yourself.
Wipoo Suwankomolkich
Food are superb but poor services especilly cashier. You need respect, you should respect other first.
Gina “Chef”
It's another typical breakfast of coffee with cracker. Ordered crackers with kaya and peanut butter spread. Typically at any other YK, I get generous filling. At PS YK, it was so thin that I pry it up to check if they remember to spread anything in between. On first look, I thought they missed out kaya..but it's actually a very very thin layer. Must have been a new staff or untrained. Keeping 2 stars as the coffee (kopi C Kosong) is good.
Lakitu Gai
The sales donot respect customer at all. I asked for NO ICE in my drink because I’m on my period, something other Ya Kun locations and male staff handle normally. I said it was fine if the cup was not full. But your employee? She refused with very bad attitude. And even I asked for a spoon that I could remove it myself. She told me that was none of her business.
Please apologize! You are not respecting women even you yourself is a woman! Next time I will post on social media!
Ashish Singhal
We really enjoyed the tea and the local toast — it was a lovely experience overall. As tourists, we weren’t aware of the return policy for the cups and tray. While we were leaving, one of the PRC staff shouted something in Chinese, which startled us. I asked another staff member what the issue was, and she explained that we needed to return our cups, which we did right away out of respect for the rules.
We completely understand the policy, and we’re happy to follow it — but it’s all about how the message is delivered. A polite reminder would have been more than enough. The tone used made us feel like we had done something seriously wrong, when in reality, it was just 2 cups and a tray.
Bryan Wong
Lousy tea quality for $3.20. The poor barista is rushing while the rest of staff is chit chatting. Won't patron them again, wasted money. Any other coffee shop gives a thicker tea than this.
Positive Reviews
Deirdre Prendergast
The service was friendly, and the first bite tasted good, but it got quite greasy by the end.
Wing Seng Chan
Surprised the place is crowded on a Saturday 9am. Toast set is consistent across their branches and this outlet is also same. Coffee is slightly more diluted but ok for me. Overall nice place for breakfast.
Jonathan Soh
this is one of their outlet where you do not need to Queue during weekday morning. Maybe its located at level 4 of the mall so not much people. service was good and food was fast. consistently tasty. recommended for weekday early morning breakfast location
Jane Le
I ordered kaya toast set and pandan cake.
Kaya set is okay but not pandan cake, the pandan cake is very dry. Not recommend!
樱木花
Yum. Really miss the coffee and tea here. Definitely different coffee beans and tea leaves.
And the butter kaya (eggs and coconut milk) toast is a must to try.
This is one of the toast chain in Singapore but definitely one of the best
JD Loh
Order one set of breakfast + 1 Iced soya coffee today. Super good, I do extra get one more set for my colleague. Good place for get your food and drink!
Bright Eyes
Had breakfast here this morning — French Toast with Kaya jam at the side and Kopi C. The coffee is superb, aromatic and thick Nanyang style but mixed with evaporated milk. I love it. The French Thick Toast is coated with a generous amount of beaten eggs and nicely toasted till golden brown. Its so yummy eaten on its own or slightly dipped in the kaya jam provided at the side. A comfortable place for breakfast — nice food & coffee and its not too crowded. Strongly recommended for breakfast.
Revisited here on 24 May 2024. Have not returned until this morning for breakfast. The food and drinks are still good but the price has gone up from $4.60 to $5.40 for peanut toast and kopi C kosong. Killiney at B2 seems to offer better value for money.
Revisited on 17 June 24. Had butter sugar toast and coffee. Butter is overloaded. Should have used less butter, less wastage.
Revisited on 20 Jan 25. Had Rendang chicken Toastwich. Wow… its not chicken cubes, it’s a whole chunk of chicken meat. Delicious! Will definitely return for this.
Revisited on 28 March 2025. Had French Toast with cheese. Its was not toasted too lightly at first. I informed the service staff and she gladly improved my toast for me. Its was well done after she redid the toasting. I enjoyed my breakfast today.
Taru BH
We got a recommendation from a taxi driver to visit this place for kaya toast. Although it was a good experience, we could tell
It wasn’t the best one. We loved their kayo toast, but since it is a popular franchise, the quality and atmosphere differs slightly depending on which branch you visit. We would recommend you visit ones that are outside of the mall for a better experience.
Jon Song
Still one of the best places to get a classic singaporean breakfast.
Set A + Set E for 2 will never fail to hit the mark
- classic Kaya butter toast
- smoked cheesy french toast
Ya kun eggs are simply have the best kind of yolk. Big and juicy!
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Our Menu
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Menu Highlights
VALUE SET MEALS
KAYA TOAST WITH BUTTER SET
$6.3
Set includes 2 Soft-Boiled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg). À la carte Toast $3.0.
KAYA TOAST WITH PEANUT SET
$6.3
Set includes 2 Soft-Boiled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg). À la carte Toast $3.0. (Butter Peanut Toast Add $0.80)
BUTTER SUGAR TOAST SET
$6.3
Set includes 2 Soft-Bolled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg). À la carte Toast $3.0.
FRENCH TOAST WITH KAYA SET
$6.3
Set includes 2 Soft-Bolled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg). À la carte Toast $3.0.
SMOKED CHEESE FRENCH TOAST WITH KAYA SET
$6.7
Set includes 2 Soft-Bolled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg). À la carte toast $3.5.
STEAMED BREAD SET
$6.4
(Kaya Butter / Kaya Peanut). Set includes 2 Soft-Bolled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg). À la carte toast $3.2. (Butter Peanut Steamed Bread Add $0.80)
TOASTWICH
EGG MAYO TOASTWICH
$4.8
TUNA MAYO TOASTWICH
$4.8
FISH OTAH TOASTWICH
$4.8
CHICKEN CHAR SIEW TOASTWICH
$5.2
RENDANG CHICKEN TOASTWICH
$5.2
ALL DAY SIDES
KAYA BALLS
$3.6
(6 pieces)
CHEESE BALLS
$3.6
(6 pieces)
KAYA BUTTER CRACKERS
$2.5
BUTTER SUGAR CRACKERS
$2.5
SOFT-BOILED EGGS
$2.2
(2 eggs)
BANANA LEAF FISH OTAH
$2.5
Menu Highlights
VALUE SET MEALS
KAYA TOAST WITH BUTTER SET
$6.3
Set Includes 2 Soft-Boiled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg)
KAYA TOAST WITH PEANUT SET
$6.3
Set Includes 2 Soft-Boiled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg) (Butter Peanut Toast Add $0.80)
BUTTER SUGAR TOAST SET
$6.3
Set Includes 2 Soft-Boiled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg)
FRENCH TOAST WITH KAYA SET
$6.3
Set Includes 2 Soft-Boiled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg)
SMOKED CHEESE FRENCH TOAST WITH KAYA SET
$6.7
Set Includes 2 Soft-Boiled Eggs & 1 Hot Coffee/Coffee-O/Tea/Tea-O (Reg)
