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Swee Lee Clarke Quay

4.6(464)on Googlecoffeesingapore river

Blk 3B River Valley Rd, #01-06 Clarke Quay, Singapore 179021

Dine-inTakeoutWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)12:00 – 9:00 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
AExcellent

Score: 85 / 100

Atmosphere95
Food quality75
Value for money65

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: Swee Lee Clarke Quay stands out as more than just a cafe; it's a dedicated space for music enthusiasts, blending a retail music store with a cafe experience.

We think the appeal lies in its unique concept, offering vinyl listening booths and a wide selection of instruments alongside coffee and light bites.

The ambiance is consistently praised for being chill, stylish, and a welcome escape from the Clarke Quay bustle, often enhanced by live music.

While the prices are noted to be on the higher side, the consensus is that the unique setting and quality offerings justify the cost.

The food, like the 'Laksa Pasta', receives positive mentions, as do the drinks, with the 'moon dust stout' highlighted as particularly good.

Service, however, appears to be a minor point of contention, with some finding staff less overtly friendly, though others commend specific individuals for their helpfulness.

We'd recommend this spot for those looking for a relaxed environment to enjoy music and good food.

It's a destination for the experience as much as the F&B.

Signature

Laksa Pasta

Score: 85 · 5 sources

What customers say

Swee Lee Clarke Quay is highly praised for its unique blend of a music store and cafe, offering a stylish and serene atmosphere with guitars on display and vinyl listening booths.

Customers consistently enjoy the chill vibes, live music, and the quality of coffee and light bites like the Laksa pasta.

While prices are considered higher, the overall experience and friendly staff, particularly Don, are frequently highlighted as positive aspects, despite occasional minor service inconsistencies.

Unique music store/cafe conceptRelaxing and stylish ambience with live musicQuality coffee and light bites (e.g., Laksa pasta)Friendly and helpful staff (e.g., Don)Higher prices, but justified by experience
95% positive5% neutral0% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★Isaac Sam· 6 months ago

Beautiful blend of contemporary design and musical soul. The ambience is effortlessly stylish with warm tones, guitars on display, and listening booths for vinyls that invite you to unwind. The café s…

★★★★★mn zhang· 3 months ago

This cafe is more like a music store, selling guitars and vinyl records, and you can even audition vinyl records. The decor and atmosphere are pleasant, and the staff are friendly. (Oops, look at the…

★★★★★Ian Chan· 7 months ago

Came to have lunch and do some work. Laksa pasta was nice, the moon dust stout was super, coffee was ok. Really nice chill atmosphere with music and natural lighting. The only thing a little lacking w…

★★★★★Leelee O· 7 months ago

A wonderful escape away from the hustle and night life of Clarke Quay. Amazing chill vibes in this big warehouse of love for music. Got the complimentary cheese sandwich after using the VMI app too! A…

★★★★★Frankie R· 8 months ago

Honestly this is one of my favourite cafes that I love to bring my friends to and their drinks are refreshing and their snacks or meals are delicious to eat once in a while!! The staff members were r…

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