Yes, one washroom is available (noted as average cleanliness in reviews).

Are there vegetarian and vegan options?

Yes, reviewers mention a variety of choices for vegetarians and vegans alongside the Vietnamese menu.

How are portion sizes?

Reviewers consistently note generous portions; one person said one dish can easily feed two people.

Bake & Brew Cafe @ PJ New Town

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 98 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(98) 70 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

Specialty Coffee & Roastery CafesBakery & Dessert CafesBrunch & All-Day Dining CafesStudy / Laptop-Friendly CafesPet-Friendly CafesAesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes

Services: Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes, Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Reviews: 98

What recent reviews say

Most regulars praise the cafe for its warm service, generous servings, and winning blend of fresh Vietnamese dishes with house-baked pastries. The owner and his brother are noted for attentiveness and care. However, two separate one-star reviews mention finding a roach in delivery orders (beef stew), raising serious food safety concerns that sit uncomfortably with otherwise consistent praise for cleanliness and quality.

The core appeal is a relaxed neighbourhood spot for brunch or a quiet lunch, with reliable coffee, curry puffs, banh mi, and Vietnamese soups or beef stew. Desserts such as Belgian chocolate cake and garlic toast draw repeat visits. Fair pricing and no rush atmosphere work well for study or casual meetups, though those ordering via delivery may want to verify freshness.

Recent shift: Pest contamination reports in two delivery orders (10-11 months ago) break an otherwise consistent pattern of praise; no recent complaints in the last two months, but the issue raises food safety questions unresolved in available reviews.

Praised for

friendly staff and owner
generous portions
fresh Vietnamese food
quality baked goods
cosy quiet atmosphere

Watch-outs

pest infestation issues
inconsistency in delivery orders
limited washroom facilities

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Best for: People seeking a quiet brunch spot with fresh Vietnamese food and pastries, those studying solo or meeting friends over coffee.

Think twice if: Those ordering via delivery should be cautious given two reports of pest contamination in recent orders; dine-in experience appears cleaner.

Strengths

house-baked pastries and cakes
Vietnamese menu alongside coffee
attentive owner-operated service
generous portion sizes

Worth knowing

Owner Alex and his brother operate the cafe
House bakes muffins, cookies, cakes, tarts, garlic toast daily
Vietnamese menu includes banh mi, beef stew with baguette, banh canh cua, spring rolls, chicken rice
One washroom available
Delivery orders have had inconsistency issues and pest contamination reports

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes: Vietnamese coffee and standard coffee praised for quality; considered worth trying alongside food.
Bakery & Dessert Cafes: House-baked muffins, cakes, garlic toast, and curry puffs consistently praised; Belgian chocolate cake noted as standout.
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes: Vietnamese brunch items (banh mi, beef stew, soup) deliver generous portions and fresh, warm plates; owner very prompt with orders.
Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes: Quiet, unhurried, welcoming atmosphere; described as good place to meet up or work undisturbed.
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes: No specific mention of decor or visual appeal in reviews; not a category strength.
Pet-Friendly Cafes: No evidence in reviews that pets are welcomed or accommodated.

How it compares

Rated 4.3 against a 4.37 average across the 336 specialty coffee & roastery cafes businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 31% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 54

Review volume 87

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 53

Profile completeness 75

Verification 0

Rating breakdown

Common questions

Is there a washroom?: Yes, one washroom is available (noted as average cleanliness in reviews).
Are there vegetarian and vegan options?: Yes, reviewers mention a variety of choices for vegetarians and vegans alongside the Vietnamese menu.
How are portion sizes?: Reviewers consistently note generous portions; one person said one dish can easily feed two people.

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