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Ya Kun Kaya Toast (Margaret Market)
38 Margaret Dr, #02-05 Margaret Market, Singapore 141038
Opening Hours
STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 25 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 30 May 2026
Our take: Ya Kun Kaya Toast at Margaret Market appears to suffer from significant inconsistencies, particularly with its beverages.
Multiple reports highlight diluted Kopi O and Kopi C Kosong, with some customers describing them as 'longkang water' or 'flavored water.' This suggests a potential issue with preparation standards or ingredient ratios, which is a concern for a brand known for its traditional Nanyang coffee.
While the kaya toast is generally well-toasted, there are complaints about the minimal kaya spread, making it taste like 'plain bread.' Service is another recurring pain point, with instances of staff avoiding eye contact, slow service due to chatting, and general unresponsiveness.
We'd recommend managing expectations for the drinks and service if visiting this outlet.
It might be a convenient option if you're in the immediate vicinity and craving a quick bite, but it doesn't seem to offer the consistent quality or service expected from a Ya Kun branch.
Consider other options for a reliable kaya toast and kopi experience.
Price
Below $10/person
Score: 25 · 5 sources
What customers say
Public sentiment for Ya Kun Kaya Toast at Margaret Market is predominantly negative, with customers frequently citing issues with drink quality, particularly diluted Kopi O and Kopi C Kosong.
Service consistency is a major concern, with reports of staff inattentiveness and slow service even during non-peak hours.
While some find the bread and eggs satisfactory, the overall quality of kaya spread and dark soy sauce has also been criticized, leading many to suggest seeking alternatives.
Google Reviews
Another disappointing YK outlet. Kopi O like longkang water when I specifically ordered GAO (thick). Seems to be a trait of YK outlets irregardless if it’s kopi or teh. If you want more $$ for gao the…
This how a brand like Ya Kun is destroyed by staff behind the counter. I was in front of it trying to place an order of toasts, but the staff just avoided eye contact. Not even saying she was busy and…
TLDR: just have kaya toast and coffee at the hawker centre. The worst yakun branch/franchise I’ve ever been to. Started out well when they opened, but quality has since dropped a lot. - Coffee: orde…
Bread and eggs are good, drinks are inconsistent. Worst though, the service staff. There was no one else in the queue and it took 15 mins for steamed bread and eggs, because they were chatting amongst…
Yakun Kaya Toast is more than just a delicious breakfast—it's a cultural institution. The stall's long-standing presence in Singapore's food scene is a testament to its enduring popularity and timeles…
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