NAN YANG DAO南洋岛@The Star Vista at The Star Vista

Nanyang-inspired cafe at The Star Vista serving local kopi, toast, and heritage Southeast Asian bites.

NAN YANG DAO is a Nanyang-themed cafe at The Star Vista that celebrates the rich coffee and toast culture of Southeast Asia, with a menu rooted in traditional kopitiam fare given a modern, cafe-style presentation.

The signature kopi — brewed the traditional way with a sock filter and sweetened condensed milk — is the star, complemented by kaya toast with slabs of cold butter, soft-boiled eggs with white pepper and soy sauce, and a range of local snacks such as curry puffs, chee cheong fun, and muah chee.

The interior blends old-world Nanyang aesthetics with contemporary comfort, creating a space that feels both familiar and fresh. Beyond breakfast staples, the menu extends to noodle dishes, rice bowls, and local desserts, making it viable for any meal of the day. Prices are moderate, and the generous kopi portions rival any traditional kopitiam. For a taste of old Singapore's coffee culture served in a setting that respects the tradition while embracing the present, NAN YANG DAO offers a warm, flavourful bridge between the kopitiam and the modern cafe.