The Barking Bean

★ 4.6(234)on Googlecoffeebedok

2 First St, #01-02 Siglap V, Singapore 458278

Dine-inTakeoutWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence

A+Must try

Score: 90 / 100

Atmosphere95

Food quality85

Value for money90

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: The Barking Bean stands out as a genuinely pet-friendly cafe, not just in name but in its thoughtful setup.

We note the provision of water points, cleanup items, and faux leather sofas designed for pet accidents, alongside free-roaming access for dogs and cats in the air-conditioned indoor area.

This makes it a comfortable spot for pet owners and their companions.

While the food and drinks are generally well-received, with mentions of good pastas and decent coffee, the primary draw is clearly the welcoming atmosphere for pets and their owners.

We observe that staff can be busy, requiring some patience, but the overall vibe is friendly and cosy.

The cafe also offers practical amenities like sockets and free Wi-Fi, making it suitable for work.

We appreciate the absence of GST or service charge, contributing to its affordability.

Best for pet owners looking for a dedicated and well-equipped space to relax with their animals, especially on Tuesday evenings for their Chef's Specials and BYO drink option.

Best time

Tuesday evenings for BYO drinks and Chef's Specials

Score: 90 · 5 sources

What customers say

The Barking Bean is highly praised as a truly pet-friendly cafe, offering a welcoming and cosy environment where dogs and cats can roam freely indoors, complete with water points and toys.

Customers consistently highlight the friendly staff, particularly owner 小慧, and the enjoyable food and drinks, including pastas and decent coffee, all at affordable prices with no GST or service charge.

While the atmosphere is generally positive, some minor operational suggestions include installing a gate at the kitchen entrance to deter curious pets.

Truly pet-friendly environment (indoor access, amenities)Friendly staff and owner engagementEnjoyable food and drinks (pastas, coffee)Affordable pricing (no GST/service charge)Cosy and welcoming ambience

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Google Reviews

★★★★★Natasha Wong· 5 months ago

loved this place! really nice ambience and layout, cosy and clean - you can tell this cafe is so intentional about being truly pet friendly with a water point, items for cleanup and faux leather sofas…

★★★★★S· 8 months ago

A welcoming space where dogs and cats can roam freely. The atmosphere is cosy and comfortable, with sockets and free Wi-Fi available for work. Food and drinks are enjoyable, and staff are generally fr…

★★★★★illion· 4 months ago

Our dog had a great time! There were lots of toys provided and free water and water bowl for dogs too. The other customers and dogs around were friendly too. Loved that the whole indoor aircon area is…

★★★★★Vikki Sim· 7 months ago

I am so glad that I made it here together with Baby. The cafe even put up Halloween decor! The owner 小慧 is so friendly and helpful. When I entered the cafe with Baby in the stroller, she quickly got…

★★★★★Boris· 3 months ago

Nice pet-friendly cafe we chanced upon while in the area. Many dog owners will bring their dogs and hang out over there. Coffee was decent!

Reviews from Google

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Reviews

Google Reviews★ 5.0

Authentic rich tasting ginseng soup. I would say comparable to the ones I've had in Korea and at an affordable price too. Plenty of chicken meat and slides off the bone nicely. Nice kimchi too. Definitely worth a visit and Q. Do come in early to avoid the lunch crowd and also risk a chance of them getting sold out by 130pm. Only thing is my member rewards didnt get a stamp for the 2 signatures I ordered. Boss I hope you see this. Was the one who was charged less and paid you the remaining $2 via cash 🫠. I will be back for more so dont want to miss out on my stamp card collection 😆. So join to be a member (and get extra rewards) while enjoying the nourishing soup. Bonus tip. Parking at Heartbeat is free from 12 to 2pm.

by daniel goh

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