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Bistro Lab
Tampines Ave 1, Singapore
Bistro Lab is a mid-range cafe located on Tampines Avenue 1 in the Tampines area. Visitors note the cafe across 85 reviews with a 4.3 rating.
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STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 65 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 4 months ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 21 Jul 2026
Our take: Bistro Lab, located in what was formerly the Mensa Canteen, offers a refreshed and classy atmosphere, making it a good spot for a relaxed coffee or dessert.
We think the cakes and coffee are a highlight, with several reviewers noting the pleasant presentation of the desserts and the coffee being on par with other cafes.
The service generally receives praise for its friendliness and willingness to explain menu items.
However, the main dishes seem to be a point of contention.
While some describe them as 'healthy,' others find the taste lacking, with one reviewer explicitly stating the mains were 'too healthy' for their preference.
The concept appears to be a more upscale version of a 'Cai Png' (economy rice) style, with mains and desserts priced around $4.50 each, leading to a total spend of about $9-12 per person.
There are also mentions of operational inefficiencies, such as slow replenishment of food trays and coffee orders being mixed up.
We'd recommend Bistro Lab primarily for its comfortable ambiance and its coffee and cake offerings, especially if you're in the area and looking for a place to unwind.
Skip the mains if you prefer bolder flavours.
Best time
afternoon for coffee and cakes
Price
$$ ($9-12/person)
Score: 65 · 5 sources
What customers say
Bistro Lab is generally well-regarded for its classy and comfortable atmosphere, making it a good spot for chilling with coffee and aesthetically pleasing cakes.
While the coffee is considered on par with other cafes, opinions on the main dishes are mixed, with some finding them healthy but lacking in taste.
Service is often praised for its friendliness and helpfulness, though some operational inefficiencies, such as slow tray replenishment and order fulfillment, have been noted.
Google Reviews
One great place to chill and unwind with coffee.. The place is not halal but we did check for non- halal items. Well, we are not recommending for muslims to freely try the lunch meals BUT coffee and…
I came here after watching Ben and Randy’s youtube video. Pros: dessert is really good. I like the robot playing merry christmas song. Cons: the main is too healthy for me. Spent $12 in total
Like a Atas Cai Png store, but with desserts also. My plate cost $4.50 mains + $4.50 desserts. Total $9 lor
very comfy atmosphere! im not a picky eater so i thoroighly enjoyed my food.
Probably healthy, but taste was lacking. The pastries are probably better but I did not try. The coffee was ok. Deco is nice. Service could be more proactive. When it was time for me to order, th…
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