Kada

★ 4.5(208)on Googledowntown core

5 Kadayanallur St, Singapore 069183

Wheelchair accessible

Website

Opening Hours

Today (Tuesday)8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence

BSolid

Score: 75 / 100

Atmosphere90

Queue wait85

Value for money50

Based on 5 data points · Updated 16 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 30 May 2026

Our take: Kada at Maxwell is less a traditional F&B destination and more a lifestyle hub with food options.

It's housed in a beautifully restored heritage building, formerly a hospital, which gives it a unique charm.

Many visitors highlight the century-old electric lift as a must-try experience, though it requires some patience to operate.

The building offers a mix of cafes and restaurants on the first floor, with other levels dedicated to gyms, a hotel, and a rooftop cafe.

We note that while the atmosphere is generally praised as 'insta-worthy' and 'chill', some F&B outlets can be a bit pricey, and seating might be limited.

Most cafes also tend to close by 5 PM, which is a consideration for evening visits.

Its proximity to Maxwell MRT and Maxwell Food Centre makes it easily accessible.

We think it's best for those looking for a unique architectural experience with casual dining options, rather than a dedicated food-focused outing.

Best for a relaxed weekday afternoon or weekend lunch when it's less crowded.

Best time

Weekday afternoons or weekend lunch

Score: 75 · 5 sources

What customers say

Kada is praised as an aesthetic, multi-story lifestyle destination conveniently located near Maxwell MRT, offering a unique blend of F&B, wellness, and accommodation.

Visitors frequently highlight the building's historical charm, particularly the century-old, self-operated electric lift, as a key attraction.

While many appreciate the variety of cafes and restaurants, some note that food prices can be a bit high and seating in cafes is often limited, with several establishments closing early in the evening.

Historical building & unique lift experienceAesthetic and 'insta-worthy' ambianceVariety of F&B and lifestyle offeringsConvenient location near Maxwell MRTLimited cafe seating & early closing times

80% positive10% neutral10% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★angel· 4 months ago

Just a walk, less than 5 mins after exiting the MRT and would reach KADA. As this is my first time visiting this place and was amazed by it and how cool it is. There’s a lot of food options on the f…

★★★★★Jasmine Chew· 5 months ago

Went on a weekday afternoon and it wasn’t crowded. It’s a quick 1-minute walk from Maxwell MRT. Interesting to take Singapore’s oldest operating electric lift and learn that the building used to be a…

★★★★★Doris. SG Experience Curator· 6 months ago

Cool place just next to Maxwell MRT station. Heard that it used to be a children hospital and is now a lifestyle mall with cafes and restaurants. Events are held here too. This is like a time capsul…

★★★★★Ratu A.· 5 months ago

Located right beside Maxwell Hawker. Kada is a four stories building, home for cafes, gym, yoga studio, and hostels. It has rooftop restaurant too. Actually was here for the vintage lift 😂, we were…

★★★★★Bow K. Techataveekijkul· 10 months ago

This is a lifestyle mall tucked inside a hotel, right behind Maxwell Food Centre. The place is called KADA at Maxwell, and it’s got a totally different vibe from the market — even though it’s literall…

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