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Craftsmen Coffee (Thomson)

4.3(1,101)on Google$$coffeenovena

173 Thomson Rd, Singapore 307623

Dine-inTakeoutDelivery

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
C+Worth a visit

Score: 65 / 100

Atmosphere60
Queue wait70
Consistency70
Food quality60
Value for money50

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

We think Craftsmen Coffee (Thomson) is a reliable spot for coffee, with multiple reviewers praising its quality.

The flat white, in particular, seems to be a standout.

Food-wise, the Fried Chicken Waffle appears to be a popular and generally well-received dish, with generous portions noted by several patrons.

The English Breakfast and savoury waffle also get positive mentions.

However, there are inconsistencies in food execution.

While some find the German Bratwurst & Egg set good, the burger receives strong criticism for being overcooked, greasy, and poor value at $27.

The Truffle Mushroom Pasta's 'al dente' texture was too hard for some.

Service also has mixed reviews; while some staff are highlighted for being patient and efficient, others report issues like being asked to move tables mid-order or having to request missing components like maple syrup for a dish.

Overall, we'd recommend Craftsmen Coffee for its consistently good coffee and the Fried Chicken Waffle.

Be prepared for potential variability in other food items and service, especially if you're expecting a destination meal beyond coffee and a specific dish.

Signature

Fried Chicken Waffle

Best time

Sunday afternoon (still available tables)

Price

$$ ($15-25/person)

Score: 65 · 5 sources

What customers say

Craftsmen Coffee (Thomson) generally receives positive feedback for its coffee, with many customers praising its rich and smooth quality.

Food items like the fried chicken waffle and English breakfast are often highlighted for generous portions and good taste, though some dishes like the burger and truffle mushroom pasta have received criticism for execution issues.

Service quality is mixed, with some staff like Melody and Jacky noted for being patient and efficient, while others experienced inconsistencies.

Coffee qualityFried Chicken WafflePortion sizesService inconsistencyBurger quality
60% positive20% neutral20% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★Mrs L· 9 months ago

Burger was YUCKS. It is really sad when the patty is barely half the size of the bun. What made it worse was the patty overcooked, fried to death, the buns were soaked in cooking oils, the fried che…

★★★★★jan· a year ago

Food portions were generous, this was my second time ordering the fried chicken waffle. Their coffee is top-notch—rich, smooth, and expertly brewed. Was served by Melody and Jacky, who were patient an…

★★★★★John Kaiser· 9 months ago

I have tried several Craftsmen outlets, and they have consistently impressed me with their coffee. The flat white I had was so good I gulped half of it before realizing I have not taken a picture of i…

★★★★★Alisha L· 7 months ago

Great food with nice coffee.We ordered the English breakfast and savoury waffle . Portion is generous . Will definitely visit again !

★★★★★Matthew Lee· a year ago

Visited on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. It was crowded but there was still space that I got a table immediately when I entered. Got showed to a table and seated and scanned the QR code to order food.…

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