Ya Kun Kaya Toast NEX continues Singapore's beloved breakfast tradition at the heart of Serangoon Central, serving the iconic "humble fare of coffee, tea, egg and toast" that has defined local kopitiam culture for generations. This NEX location brings the authentic Singapore breakfast experience to busy shoppers and families, featuring the signature kaya toast generously slathered with their time-tested kaya recipe and traditional coffee that has stood the test of time.
The menu showcases classic breakfast sets starting from .30, including the popular Set A with two slices of kaya toast with butter, soft-boiled eggs, and choice of hot coffee or tea. Signature offerings include Smoked Cheese French Toast with Kaya, various Toastwich options like Tuna Mayo and Egg Mayo, and an extensive beverage selection from traditional Coffee O (black coffee with sugar) at to refreshing iced drinks, creating the perfect balance of nostalgia and convenience.
Strategically positioned within NEX's dining precinct, Ya Kun Kaya Toast provides an authentic taste of Singapore heritage cuisine in a modern mall environment. The outlet serves as an ideal meeting spot for friends and families exploring Serangoon's largest shopping destination, offering wallet-friendly prices and the comforting familiarity of Singapore's most cherished breakfast experience throughout the day.
It’s a place without aircon, while charging a premium for the environment and the standard of their coffee have dropped, it’s almost like water. I can do better with 3 in 1 coffee
Pamela See
It’s been years that this Serangoon outlet’s kopi was not nice but I thought to give it another try as I thought they would improve on feedback and the reviews. However, there’s no improvement on the coffee. I ordered the soya kopi O today. It’s totally diluted and tasteless for $3.70. Definitely the worst outlet
Mr Wang Wang
Warm, hot, humid, expensive, not authentic taste, self service.
First time went to this outlet, quite disappointed with their outlet design.
Ordered set A. 2 big egg yolks with 1 Kaya and butter bread cut into 4 small piece. Although the butter is large but I don't feel it's worth the price for daily consumption.
They do accept AIA Vitality voucher, Paywave, cash
K Tan
Always a reliable stop at Ya Kun Coffee, NEX.
I’ve been a regular here for a while. The place used to feel quite stuffy and cramped, but the environment has definitely improved in recent times.
The coffee remains strong, robust and satisfying, and the toast is still crispy and tasty—just the way I like it. Service can be a bit inconsistent, but overall it’s a convenient spot, especially being right near the MRT and located inside the mall. A solid option for a quick kopi pitstop.
Lance Tan
Convenient place to get breakfast at Nex Serangoon as it’s just outside the mall’s mrt purple line exit.
The soft boiled eggs are cooked really well and the tea is really fragrant. The coffee however, I found a little over roasted. I also really enjoyed the kaya peanut butter toast.
Maybe difficult to find seats during peak breakfast periods but the turnover rate of the customers is pretty quick.
Edmund Seah
Eggs and kopi was not the usual ya kun standard. Eggs were not the usual well rounded half boiled, the kopi was bitter, watery and lacked any kopi fragrance.
Bread was still good though with a thick crunch of the butter!
Sorely disappointed with the experience today.
Square stools were "rocking", sat on one and tested the next one next to me was also rocking, please do some internal audit, thanks.
Andrew XZ Lee
Came to this branch only to have my toast (butter and sugar) to have some peanut butter added and I am allergic to peanut butter. Not only did the staff not seem consider, they did not do anything much.
My wife ordered kopi C with no sugar and lo and behold, the staff happily added sugar.
This is one ya Kun outlet that definitely not worth the visit
Marie Allais
I’ve been regular at Ya Kun for years and generally enjoy the food and service. However, I had a confusing experience at the Nex outlet today when I requested an extra ramekin of kaya. One staff member checked with a colleague (wearing a black cap), who said I needed to pay $1. Another staff member and the cashier seemed unsure, saying they hadn’t charged for this before.
The conversation between the team happened in Mandarin, right in front of me and it was clear there was some internal disagreement about the policy. Ultimately, the request was declined unless I paid.
If this is a new policy, that’s understandable but it would really help if it were clearly communicated to both staff and customers to avoid misunderstandings. A simple sign or explanation would go a long way. Hope this can be clarified going forward.
Zachary Chan
For a Yakun in a shopping mall, the store is constantly warm.
After repeated visits, their ice machine is also unable to keep up with their customers. I often drop by in the afternoon to get a Kopi Peng only to be told no Ice drinks available.
I've never encountered this issue with any other stores but here. Kind of disappointing whenever I want to get my Iced Coffee fix.
Boon Leong
Had char Siew toastswich in Nex outlet.
Waited for around 10mins. It turned up nice & crisp on the toast. Kopi C is thick for my liking.
The place is half filled. There are trays of used utensils on the counter piled up waiting to be cleaned. Not sure its the tight working area or understaffing during the morning hours.
Positive Reviews
Joleen Lim
This outlet makes the best kopi siew dai. Toast is also on-point, toasted with just enough crunch and ice cold butter inside. Best spot for a coffee break in NEX!
Wanting Lee
The coffee was tasty and served warm, the eggs were perfectly done, and the kaya toast was crispy with just the right amount of sweetness. A comforting and consistent breakfast spot!
Asia Apparel
As usual very good coffee, i like the coffee here. Very crowded but untidy. Sticky tables, stools and floor.
Lena Ong
I always eat set F because I loved the soft steamed bread. Decided to try their tuna sandwich and it’s great. teh-c in a big cup. My opinion is better to get in regular size as it turn cold by the time i finish drinking the big one.
Fairy
French toast was delicious.
Teh c was quite nice. Tasted too much C even though I asked for less C.