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Jing Si Books & Cafe (Yishun)

★ 4.7(117)on Google$coffeeyishun

30A Yishun Central 1, #01-07, Singapore 768796

Jing Si Books & Cafe in Yishun combines a bookstore with a cafe serving light refreshments. Located at 30A Yishun Central 1, it offers a quiet space to browse and relax with a beverage or snack.

Dine-inTakeout

Opening Hours

Today (Thursday)11:30 AM – 7:00 PM

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STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
AExcellent

Score: 85 / 100

Atmosphere95
Food quality75

Based on 5 data points · Updated 2 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 19 Oct 2026

Our take: Jing Si Books & Cafe offers a unique blend of a bookstore and a cafe, set against the tranquil backdrop of Yishun Pond.

We think its 'Zen' aesthetic, floor-to-ceiling windows, and calming music create a genuinely peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for quiet contemplation or light work.

Reviewers consistently highlight the serene views and the overall restorative experience, especially during a light drizzle.

While the cafe serves light refreshments, the focus appears to be more on the ambiance and the wellness products available.

The Golden Buckwheat Tea and Chinese Yam and Apricot Kernel drink are noted as comforting options, with the Jing Si Oolong specifically praised for its fragrance.

Each drink typically comes with a complimentary biscuit or soda cracker.

We note the strict policy against indoor bicycle storage, which some visitors found unexpected, but the staff's professionalism generally mitigates this minor inconvenience.

Be aware that every guest is required to order a drink.

We'd recommend Jing Si Books & Cafe for those seeking a quiet escape with a view, particularly in the afternoon.

It's a destination for tranquility and light refreshments, not a full meal.

Signature

Jing Si Oolong

Best time

Afternoon

Price

Below $10/person

Score: 85 · 5 sources

What customers say

Jing Si Books & Cafe in Yishun is highly praised for its serene, Zen-like ambiance with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of Yishun Pond, making it an ideal spot for a quiet afternoon.

Customers appreciate the comforting drinks like Golden Buckwheat Tea, Chinese Yam and Apricot Kernel drink, and fragrant Oolong, often served with a complimentary biscuit.

While the cafe maintains a strict no-indoor-bicycle policy and some find the cappuccino bland, the professional and warm staff, along with the impressive selection of health supplements and wellness consultants, contribute to a largely positive experience.

Serene ambiance and scenic viewsComforting and fragrant beveragesStrict bicycle policyProfessional and warm staffHealth supplements and wellness guidance
80% positive10% neutral10% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★Doraemon· 5 months ago

I have long intended to bring Kitty to this establishment, and as we found ourselves in Yishun today, having cycled from Punggol, we decided to visit, prompted by its exceptional reputation and high r…

★★★★★oXRYSTALo Ong· 5 months ago

Donkey and I cycled from Punggol to Yishun today and we decided to visit this cafe after hearing great things about it and seeing its high ratings online. We arrived at two thirty in the afternoon dur…

★★★★★MEY· 6 months ago

Lovely place to have a quiet afternoon . Ordered Ice Mocha and Jing Si Oolong. The oblong was very fragrant and good. I will order that again! Each drink came with a piece of soda cracker which was…

★★★★★Adrian Lee· 5 months ago

A serene spot facing Yishun Pond, perfect for a quiet afternoon of reading. While the atmosphere is lovely, the cappuccino was unfortunately quite bland. Do note that they have a policy where every gu…

★★★★★dorothy· 4 months ago

Very peaceful. My favourite place in Singapore is the Yishun reservoir and ive always wanted to sit in the balcony of this bookstore and do some work but i was intimidated by the Chinese haha. But tur…

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