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Kafe Wake Me Up

Updated 2026-07-05 · 2,533 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 241 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(241) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified moderate
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Kafe Wake Me Up
Price
moderate
Services
Specialty Coffee, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Reviews
241

What recent reviews say

Family-run cafe in SS 2 known for rich homemade cakes (Basque burnt cheesecake, matcha, tiramisu, pistachio) and approachable brunch fusion fare. Coffee is aromatic and nutty, portions generous, service warm. Decor is casual but personable; they stock charging cables and reading material. Weekend specials (Kai Si Hor Fun on Saturdays) and alcoholic cake slices draw regulars. Some reviewers noted inconsistent alcohol taste in cakes and wish prices were lower.

Praised for
  • homemade cakes and desserts
  • friendly family-run atmosphere
  • hearty breakfast and brunch portions
  • aromatic specialty coffee
  • cozy, tastefully decorated space
Watch-outs
  • alcoholic cakes inconsistent (some lack alcohol taste)
  • limited weekend service (some dishes Saturdays only)
  • pricing could be lower
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Best for: Cake lovers seeking homemade desserts in a relaxed family atmosphere.
Think twice if: Want alcohol-heavy cakes or budget dining-some cakes lack booze taste, and pricing runs moderate.

Strengths

  • housemade cakes with boozy options
  • warm, attentive family-run service
  • generous breakfast portions
  • specialty coffee with character

Worth knowing

  • Boss's wife bakes cakes in-house
  • Kai Si Hor Fun (chicken and prawn noodle soup) served Saturdays only
  • Basque burnt cheesecake signature dessert
  • Switched socket outlets on benches and charging cables available for laptop users
  • Operating for at least 10 years
  • Coffee house blend called 'Wake Me Up' (dirty white style)

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Aromatic nutty and chocolaty house blend with orchid-like aftertaste; reviewers praise pour-overs.
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Hearty all-day breakfast and brunch with Asian-Western fusion; portions noted as generous.
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Homemade cakes (Basque burnt cheesecake, matcha, tiramisu, pistachio) widely praised for flavour and texture; some alcoholic cakes lack expected booze taste.
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Casual, cozy, tastefully decorated interior described as personable and peaceful; Basque cheesecake photogenic.
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes (WiFi/Laptop)
Charging cables on side couch, switched outlets on benches, books available; friendly environment for lingering.
Pet-Friendly Cafes
No clear mention in reviews; assumed supported but not evidenced.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.35 average across the 387 brunch & all-day dining cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 50% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 48
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Are alcoholic cakes always available?
Yes, they bake cakes with alcohol (brandy tiramisu, brandy chocolate), but a reviewer noted one lacked noticeable alcohol taste. Best to ask staff about the day's batch.
Can I bring a laptop or work here?
Yes. They have switched socket outlets on benches and charging cables on a side couch, plus books to read.
Is the Kai Si Hor Fun always on the menu?
No, it's served Saturdays only. Check ahead if planning to order it.

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Last updated 2026-07-05