My Awesome Cafe - French Bistro Fare in a 1952 TCM Hospital

There’s no shortage of cafes in Singapore, but My Awesome Cafe pulls off something genuinely rare — a space that feels like a discovery. Housed in what was once Singapore’s first Traditional Chinese Medicine hospital dating back to 1952, this Telok Ayer institution has spent over a decade quietly earning one of the best reputations in the city, with a 4.7-star Google rating from over 7,000 reviews to show for it.

The menu spans French-inflected bistro fare, hearty burgers, sharing platters, and specialty coffee — all under one roof that operates well past midnight most nights.

French Shredded Duck Confit Awesome Burger — $28++

The star of the burger lineup, and arguably the dish that best captures My Awesome Cafe’s East-meets-West personality. Shredded duck confit — slow-cooked until the meat yields completely and concentrates into something rich and savoury — gets piled into a burger format that feels indulgent without being gratuitous. It’s a distinctly French technique applied to a universally approachable format, and it works. Diners consistently flag this as a must-order, and the kitchen doesn’t rush it.

Pulled Beef Burger with Scrambled Eggs

Another burger worth ordering, particularly for those who want something more substantial. The pulled beef is slow-cooked to fork-tender, and pairing it with scrambled eggs gives the whole thing a brunch-leaning richness. Google reviewers note the portions are generous — this is not a dish that leaves you searching for a second plate.

Spicy Thai Beef Wrap — $18++

A lighter option that doesn’t sacrifice impact. The Thai-inflected spice profile cuts through the richness of the beef cleanly, making it the smarter pick for a weekday lunch when you want something satisfying without the post-meal weight. At $18++, it sits comfortably in the mid-range for the area.

Turmeric & Ginger Prawns/Chicken — $29++

A creamy, curry-based dish with your choice of protein that leans into Southeast Asian flavour territory. The turmeric and ginger base gives it warmth and depth without overwhelming heat — comfort food with just enough edge to keep things interesting.

My Awesome Sandwich — $18++

An open-faced sandwich stacked with smoked salmon, herb chicken breast, parma ham, honey glazed ham, and toasted brie. The combination of proteins alongside the melted brie is the kind of thing that photographs well and tastes better than it looks. It’s a crowd-pleaser for groups with mixed preferences, given how much is happening on a single plate.

My Awesome Salad — $18++

For those eating lighter, the house salad holds its own. Fresh, well-dressed, and clearly made with some care — it’s the kind of salad that actually gets ordered again, which is a reliable indicator that the kitchen isn’t treating it as an afterthought.

Home-Baked Pineapple Cake — $6.50++

The dessert that earns the most chatter. A riff on the Peranakan pineapple tart in cake form — it arrives warm, with the caramelised pineapple topping doing the heavy lifting. Optional add-ons of coconut or salted caramel ice cream ($4.50++ each) push it into genuinely great territory. For the price, it’s one of the better sweet endings in the Telok Ayer area.

My Awesome Cafe is the kind of place that functions differently depending on when you show up — a relaxed lunch spot by day, a buzzing bistro-bar come evening, and one of the few options in the CBD corridor that keeps the kitchen running past midnight. The heritage building does a lot of the atmospheric work, filled with recycled and upcycled vintage elements that give the space genuine character rather than curated nostalgia. Owner Franck Hardy has built something that runs on warmth as much as it does on a well-executed menu, and the team reflects that. Whether it’s a solo coffee, a long group dinner, or a late-night plate, My Awesome Cafe has earned its reputation honestly.

Address: 202 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068639
Tel: +65 6222 2007
Opening Hours: Mon 11am–11pm | Tue–Fri 11am–12am | Sat 10:30am–11:30pm | Sun 10:30am–10pm
Website: myawesomecafe.com
Instagram: @myawesomecafe