Ong Lay Ling
Jan 18, 2026 coffee and tea—no taste. Like recycled too many times. Changed the coffee, it was better. Ya Kun should standardise quality with franchise mystery shoppers & audits. For $2 small cups, poor value.
Location: 1 Kim Seng Promenade, #01-135, Singapore 237994
Floor L1 · Great World
Heritage Singapore breakfast chain serving kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs and traditional kopi at Great World.
Heritage Singapore breakfast chain serving kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs and traditional kopi at Great World.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast at Great World is an outlet of one of Singapore's most iconic heritage food brands, tracing its roots back to 1944 when it started as a modest coffee stall. The chain is synonymous with the traditional Singapore breakfast of thinly sliced kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs and strong Nanyang kopi, a combination that has been a national staple for generations. The Great World outlet continues this tradition, serving the classic breakfast set alongside an expanded menu of local favourites including French toast with kaya, otak-otak toast and teh tarik. Ya Kun takes pride in its kaya, a coconut egg jam made from a closely guarded family recipe, which is slathered generously between slices of bread that are grilled over charcoal for that distinctive smoky crispness. The outlet at Great World provides a comfortable and familiar setting for families and shoppers in the River Valley area to enjoy a quick, affordable local meal. As one of the few heritage brands that has successfully expanded while maintaining quality, Ya Kun remains a beloved fixture of Singapore's culinary identity and a must-try for visitors seeking an authentic taste of local breakfast culture.Based on 270 Google reviews
Based on customer ratings
Based on customer ratings
Ong Lay Ling
Jan 18, 2026 coffee and tea—no taste. Like recycled too many times. Changed the coffee, it was better. Ya Kun should standardise quality with franchise mystery shoppers & audits. For $2 small cups, poor value.
Wong Kai Xin
Sad... Where were the runny yolks Ya Kun was once famous for? Cashier also mixed up two orders from the customer ahead of me and mine consecutively.
Koh Mei Ling
A trendy place to get a classic Singapore breakfast. There was a constant flow of people. …
Rajesh Kumar
Only shop opened this morning from 7.30am!\n\nTried their rendang toast, soft-boiled eggs and steamed breads! …
Lee Jun Hao
Menu is like those of stalls at a hawker market: kaya toast with butter, coffee O, coffee C, tea O, etc. Price of food is about 40% higher. …
Ya Kun Kaya Toast
Ya Kun Kaya Toast
A brightly lit storefront with a prominent red and white sign that reads "Ya Kun Kaya Toast". The entrance appears to be a glass door, and the interior is visible through the windows, showing a clean and modern dining area.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast
A close-up shot of the Ya Kun Kaya Toast logo, which is illuminated with blue neon light. The logo features traditional Chinese characters within a decorative frame, and below it, the text "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" and "Coffeestall since 1944" are displayed. The background is a clean, white wall with a dark maroon accent at the bottom. To the left, a portion of the interior is visible, showing tables and chairs, and a mural depicting the Singapore skyline.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast
A brightly lit interior of a Ya Kun Kaya Toast restaurant with customers seated at tables. The prominent pink and red neon sign "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" is visible above the counter area. The restaurant appears to be busy with patrons enjoying their meals.
Soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce and pepper
A close-up shot of two soft-boiled eggs in a red bowl, drizzled with soy sauce and sprinkled with pepper. A spoon rests in the bowl, ready to be used.
Breakfast Spread
A table laden with a breakfast spread, featuring soft-boiled eggs drizzled with soy sauce, a bowl of savory porridge, thick slices of toasted bread, and two drinks in plastic cups with straws. One drink appears to be a chocolate beverage, while the other is iced tea. The setting suggests a casual dining environment.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Restaurant Interior
A busy Ya Kun Kaya Toast restaurant with many customers seated at tables, eating and socializing. The restaurant features a prominent neon sign with the business name. Posters with menu items and information about the brand are displayed on the walls. A display case with food items is visible on the left.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Drinks
A white cup with a saucer holds a hot beverage, labeled "Hot Yuen Yang (Upsized)". Next to it, a clear plastic cup with a red straw contains a cold beverage, labeled "Iced Moki". Both cups have the "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" logo. The background shows tables and stools in a cafe setting.
Breakfast Spread
A close-up shot of a breakfast spread featuring soft-boiled eggs, kaya toast, and a frothy beverage in a plastic cup. The cup has a red and yellow design with text and a graphic of people and a vehicle, possibly indicating a brand or anniversary.
Toast with Butter
A close-up shot of toasted bread slices with butter on a red plate. A blurred glass of amber liquid is visible in the background.
Steamed Bread with Condensed Milk
Four pieces of white bread, cut into squares, are stacked in a bamboo steamer. The bread appears to be filled with a yellow, creamy substance, possibly condensed milk or butter. A metal utensil is visible in the top right corner, suggesting the dish is being served or eaten.
Breakfast Set
A close-up shot of a breakfast spread on a white table. In the foreground, a red plate holds a stack of toasted bread slices, some with butter. To the right, another red bowl contains soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce. Two plastic cups filled with dark beverages, likely coffee or tea, are visible in the background.
Toast and Eggs
A stack of thick toast slices on a red plate, next to a bowl of soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce and pepper. Two drinks, one iced tea and one chocolate drink with a logo, are in the background. A bamboo steamer basket with bread slices is also visible.
Muffin and Tea
A chocolate chip muffin and two cups of tea are served on a red tray. The muffin is on a white square plate with a fork. The tea cups are on saucers, and each has a red stirrer. The cups and saucers have a logo on them.
Table with breakfast spread
A table laden with a variety of breakfast items, including toast, soft-boiled eggs, coffee, and what appears to be dim sum. Several people are seated around the table, engaged in eating.
Soft-boiled eggs and iced drinks
A tray with three bowls of soft-boiled eggs and three iced drinks. One bowl has two eggs, another has two eggs, and the third has two eggs with one yolk broken. The drinks include two cups of iced coffee and one cup of iced milk tea.
Toast and Coffee
A close-up shot of a breakfast setting on a white table. In the foreground, a white cup and saucer hold a dark, frothy beverage, possibly coffee, with a red spoon. To the left, a bright red plate contains a stack of toasted bread slices, appearing to be a kaya toast sandwich. In the background, a bowl with a fried egg with a runny yolk is visible.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Storefront
A brightly lit interior of a Ya Kun Kaya Toast establishment. A large, illuminated sign with the text "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" is prominently displayed overhead. To the left, a poster depicts the history of Ya Kun with an illustration of a man pouring tea. Further left, a vintage-style advertisement for coffee is visible. The walls are a mix of white and red. In the background, customers are seated, and an exit sign is visible.
Soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce and coffee
A close-up shot of two soft-boiled eggs in a red bowl, drizzled with soy sauce and topped with minced garlic. A white coffee cup with a logo that reads "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" is visible in the background, along with its saucer. The table surface appears to be a textured red plastic.
Breakfast Spread
A close-up shot of a breakfast spread on a white table. In the foreground, a bamboo steamer holds several pieces of white bread with a yellow filling, likely kaya. To the right, a stack of toasted bread slices sits on a red plate. In the background, two drinks are visible: a chocolate-colored beverage in a clear plastic cup with a red straw, and a darker red beverage in another clear plastic cup. A small orange bowl contains two soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Interior
A busy Ya Kun Kaya Toast restaurant with many customers seated at tables and standing in line. The restaurant features a prominent sign with the business name and logo. Digital menus are displayed above the counter. The walls are decorated with artwork and historical information about the brand.
Coffee and Watch
A white cup of coffee with a logo that reads "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" sits on a saucer on a textured brown tray. A silver watch with a black face is placed to the left of the cup. The background is out of focus, showing red and black elements.
Kaya Toast Set
A close-up shot of a breakfast set on a white table. The set includes a bowl of soft-boiled eggs drizzled with soy sauce and pepper, a plate of kaya toast with a small dish of kaya jam, and a cup of black coffee with a red spoon. The coffee cup has a logo that reads "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" and a Chinese character.
Peanut Butter Sandwich
A close-up shot of a peanut butter sandwich on a red plate. The sandwich is made with whole wheat bread and appears to be cut into triangles. A hand is holding the top half of the sandwich, revealing the peanut butter filling.
Steamed Egg Dish
A close-up shot of a person's hands holding a spoon over a red bowl filled with a steamed egg dish. The dish appears to be a savory custard with a glossy, golden-brown sauce. The texture of the egg is soft and slightly broken, mixed with the sauce. The bowl is placed on a textured red surface.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Meal
A tray with a meal from Ya Kun Kaya Toast. The meal includes kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, and a drink. Above the tray, the Ya Kun Kaya Toast logo is visible on the wall.
Breakfast at a Food Stall
A person is dipping toast into a bowl of soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce and pepper. In the background, a digital display shows numbers, and other patrons are visible, some wearing masks. The setting appears to be a casual eatery or food court.
Tuna Sandwich and Toast
A close-up shot of a grilled tuna sandwich on a red plate. The sandwich is cut in half, revealing tuna salad, lettuce, and cucumber. In the foreground, another red plate holds a slice of toast with a glistening topping, possibly jam or honey. A white napkin and a coffee cup with a logo are visible in the background, along with a mobile phone.
Soft-boiled eggs and toast
A close-up overhead shot shows a breakfast spread on a white table. In the foreground, two slices of toasted bread are arranged on a red plate, with a spread visible between them. Above the toast, a red bowl contains two soft-boiled eggs with runny yolks, drizzled with soy sauce or a similar condiment. Hands are visible holding the bowl and a spoon, suggesting someone is about to eat.
Breakfast Spread
A table set with a breakfast spread, including two cups of coffee, two plates of toast, and two bowls of soft-boiled eggs. Condiments and a packet of wet wipes are also visible.
Toast and Dip
A tray with two plates of toast and a small bowl of dip. One plate has several slices of whole wheat toast with a spread. The other plate has four slices of white toast, cut into triangles, with a golden-brown crust. A fork rests on the white toast. The small bowl contains a light brown, liquidy dip.
Toast and Sandwich
Two slices of toast with butter are on a red plate. Another red plate holds a half-eaten sandwich with tuna filling. A cup of coffee sits in the background.
Coffee and Swiss Rolls
A dark brown coffee in a white cup with a red stirrer sits on a saucer. Next to it, on a white plate, are two slices of Swiss roll cake, one green and one brown, on a maroon tray.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Food
A close-up shot of a meal from Ya Kun Kaya Toast. In the foreground, a red bowl contains soft-boiled eggs drizzled with soy sauce and pepper. To the right, a slice of green tea swiss roll sits on a red plate, partially covered by a pink paper liner. In the background, a dark red cup with the Ya Kun Kaya Toast logo is visible.
Kaya Toast and Coffee
A close-up shot of a breakfast spread featuring kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, and coffee. A white cup with a red logo that reads "Ya Kun Kaya Toast Coffeeshop Since 1940" is in the foreground, filled with coffee. Two plates of stacked kaya toast are visible, along with two red bowls containing soft-boiled eggs. A plastic cup with a straw, also containing a beverage, is in the background. The setting appears to be a cafe or restaurant.
Breakfast Set
A tray holds two servings of soft-boiled eggs and toast, alongside two cups of coffee. The eggs are served in red bowls with spoons, and the toast is golden brown. The coffee cups are white with a red logo and contain dark coffee with red stirrers.
Toast with Butter and Jam
A close-up shot of two halves of toasted bread, cut diagonally, on a bright orange plate. The toast appears to be filled with butter and a spread that looks like jam or kaya. The toast is golden brown with some darker toasted areas. The plate is set on a white surface.
Soft-boiled eggs with toast
A close-up shot of a bowl of soft-boiled eggs, partially submerged in a savory broth, with a piece of toast resting on the rim. The eggs appear to have runny yolks and are mixed with a dark, possibly soy-based sauce. Another plate with toast is visible in the background.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Signage
A brightly lit sign with Chinese characters and the text "Ya Kun Kaya Toast" and "Coffeeest ll since 1944" is displayed on a wall. Below the sign, there are tables and seating areas, suggesting an indoor dining space.
Coffee and Swiss Rolls
A close-up shot of two Swiss rolls on red plates, accompanied by a cup of black coffee on a saucer. The coffee cup features the Ya Kun Kaya Toast logo.
Peanut Butter Toast with Coffee
A close-up shot of a peanut butter and banana sandwich on toast, served on a bright orange plate. In the background, a white cup with a logo and a saucer, along with another red plate with food, are visible. The setting appears to be a cafe or restaurant.
Tuna Sandwich
A close-up shot of a tuna sandwich cut in half and served on a red plate. The sandwich is made with toasted white bread, a generous filling of tuna salad with visible pieces of red onion and lettuce, and slices of cucumber.
Cafe Counter
A brightly lit cafe counter with digital menu boards displaying food items. There are shelves stocked with packaged goods and a display case with pastries. Staff members are visible behind the counter preparing orders. A sign on an easel near the entrance promotes ordering ahead.
Matcha and Black Sesame Swiss Rolls with Tea
A close-up shot of two Swiss rolls, one green (likely matcha) and one speckled grey (likely black sesame), resting on a red plate. A white teacup with a red logo and a saucer are visible to the left, filled with dark tea. A fork rests on the plate between the rolls.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Restaurant
A group of people are seated at tables in a brightly lit restaurant. A large illuminated sign with Chinese characters and the text "Ya Kun Kaya Toast Coffeest II since 1944" is visible on the wall. In the background, there is an exit sign and directional signs pointing to "Office" and "Zion Road".
Soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce
A close-up shot of two soft-boiled eggs in a red bowl, drizzled with soy sauce. A spoon and a knife are placed in the bowl.
Two Iced Coffees
Two clear plastic cups filled with iced coffee sit on a maroon tray. The coffee has a frothy head and visible ice cubes. To the right, a small pink bowl contains two soft-boiled eggs. In the background, a person's legs and feet are visible, along with blurred furniture and flooring.
Butter Kaya Toast
A close-up shot of butter kaya toast, a popular Malaysian and Singaporean breakfast item. The toast is cut in half, revealing a thick layer of kaya (coconut jam) and a slice of butter. The bread is crispy and coated with fine breadcrumbs. In the background, another piece of toast and a small bowl of what appears to be kaya or jam are visible on red plates.
French Toast with Syrup
A close-up shot of golden-brown French toast, cut into four triangular pieces, served on a red plate. A small red bowl filled with a light brown, syrupy liquid is visible in the upper left corner. The toast appears to be slightly glossy, suggesting it has been buttered or glazed.
Iced Chocolate Drink
A close-up shot of an iced chocolate drink in a clear plastic cup, topped with a frothy layer and ice cubes. In the background, a red bowl with soft-boiled eggs and a spoon is visible.
Food Stall Interior
An interior view of a food stall with tables and chairs in the foreground. A counter with digital menus and a display case is visible in the background. People are seen walking in the distance.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Breakfast
A close-up shot of a breakfast set from Ya Kun Kaya Toast. The set includes a sandwich filled with a creamy mixture and lettuce, two soft-boiled eggs served in soy sauce, and a cup of coffee with foam. The Ya Kun Kaya Toast logo is visible on the cup.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast Christmas Menu
A festive advertisement for Ya Kun Kaya Toast featuring holiday-themed food and drinks. The poster has a snowy background with snowflakes and Christmas decorations. It highlights a Honey Baked Chicken Ciabatta sandwich, a Fudgy Brownie, and an Iced Coffee Mocha. The advertisement also mentions that the mocha is made with Van Houten 100% Cocoa Powder.
Menu Board
A digital menu board displays various food and drink items. On the left, there are pastry items like Pandan Chiffon and Swiss Roll. The right side of the board features a drinks menu with categories like "Hot/Cold Beverages" and "Yo Kun Drink Favourites." Prices are listed for different sizes and types of drinks, including coffee, tea, lemon tea, and milk tea. Images of some drinks are shown at the bottom. A "PICK UP HERE" sign is visible below the menu.
Food and Drink Menu Boards
Three menu boards display food and drink items. The first board, titled "SOOTHING DELIGHTS," features two cups of tea, one with lemon and ginger, and the other a milk tea, priced at $2.00. The second board, "TOASTWICH SERIES," shows mini sandwiches with fillings like Tuna Mayo, Rendang Chicken, and Chicken Char Siew, priced at $4.00 per set or $5.40 for a set. The third board, "CHEESY SURPRISE," advertises "Cheese Balls" (6 pieces) for $2.80. A payment terminal is also visible on the right.
Pastry Set Promotion
A display featuring a Maneki-neko (beckoning cat) figurine, a promotional sign for a "Pastry Set" priced at $3.50, and digital screens showing food items. The pastry set includes options like Kaya Pandan Muffin, Kaya Lemon Muffin, Pandan Chiffon, and Coffee Walnut Swiss Roll. A cup of coffee is also shown.
Free Upsize Promotion
A digital display board shows a promotion for a free upsize to large hot coffee or tea with the purchase of any value set meal. The display features images of a cup of coffee, toast with butter and jam, and soft-boiled eggs. The promotion is from March 4 to April 30.
Food Menu Display
A digital menu board displays various food and beverage options, including value set meals, toastwiches, and hot beverages. The menu features images of food items and their prices. Below the menu, a counter area is visible with staff members and customers.
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