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25/09/2026
What goes best on open-face toast? 🍞
Depends what you’re craving. Creamy scrambled eggs with Mum’s homemade hae bee hiam 🌶️, avo and egg 🥑, smoked salmon and cream cheese, roasted mushrooms with creme fraiche 🍄, or roasted eggplant with miso dressing.
And if you’re leaning sweet, toasted banana with peanut butter, coconut and honey hits the spot every time 🍌🍯.
Can’t decide? Go all in with our TSS Big Breakfast and pick three sides to build your own plate 🍳🥑.
One slice of sourdough, plenty of delicious directions. Which one are you ordering?👇
24/09/2026
What we say vs what we’re thinking. 😂
Working in a cafe means mastering the art of the customer service voice - calm, friendly and helpful on the outside, while the inner monologue occasionally has… other opinions. 😅
All said with love, of course. You know we love you guys! Just sometimes, our inner voices need somewhere to go. 😂
Anyone who’s ever worked in F&B, please tell us we’re not the only ones. 👀
21/09/2026
There’s something very tender about the way Caitanya (Caitanya Tan | Actor • Presenter • Voiceover Artist • Creator talks about food.
Not just as something we eat, but as something we remember.
The extra piece of meat someone quietly placed on your plate. The familiar dishes from childhood. The way love sometimes showed up without many words, just through the simple act of making sure you were fed.
That feeling is at the heart of Shop Riceboy & Friends.
For Cait, Pointy Rice is more than playful illustrations or nostalgic merch. It is a way of holding on to the little moments that shaped her - the dinner tables, the childhood memories, the kampong spirit, and the joy of recognising something so deeply familiar.
It has not always been easy. Like many creatives, Cait has had to sit with doubt, push through uncertainty, and find the courage to keep building something that felt true to her, even when the path was not always clear.
But perhaps that is what makes her work feel so full of heart.
It is made for the kid in every millennial who still wants to play, laugh, remember, and feel a little less grown-up for a moment.
Come point, pick and plate up your favourites from Shop Riceboy & Friends , now available at our Kreta Ayer outlet. 🍚
19/09/2026
You need a venue to bring your people together. We’ve got The Social Space for you. ✨
Choose between our Kreta Ayer outlet, just a short walk from Maxwell MRT, or our cosy Potong Pasir space, with indoor and outdoor dining options.
Each corner has held its share of long-overdue catch-ups, big ideas, birthday wishes, creative shoots, and moments you’ll want to hold on to.
Whether you’re bringing together friends and family, getting the work team off-site, or launching your next brand pop-up, we cannot wait to help you make the space feel entirely yours. 🎉
Drop us a DM for pricing and availability. Always happy to chat through your plans. 💬
17/09/2026
Some runs are about pace.
This one is about people. 🩵
We’re back at Potong Pasir this October, but we’re switching things up a little this time! Instead of our usual 5km, we’re teaming up with because-sport to support for a morning of group fitness followed by a shorter run along the Kallang River and park connector.
Because - Sport to Support is a volunteer-run community that brings people together through group fitness activities, while using movement as a way to give back and create positive impact.
They’ll be kicking us off with a warm-up and 20-minute HIIT workout, before we head out together for a 3km social run/walk. As always, there’s no timing, no pace groups and no competition - take breaks when you need to and simply enjoy moving together.
And of course, we’ll end the morning back at The Social Space with cold brew coffee and some time to hang out with the community. ☕️
As always, some of the cancer survivors from Fashion For Cancer will be joining us too, with 100% of registration fees donated to Fashion For Cancer in support of cancer research and patient welfare.
📅 Saturday, 3 October 2026
📍 The Social Space @ Potong Pasir
⏰ Meet at 7am, warm-up starts at 7.30am
💪 20-min HIIT + 3km social run/walk
🎫 $20 per pax, includes 1 cold brew coffee
Whether you’re joining us for the workout, the run, the cause, or simply a fun morning of movement with good people, come as you are and go at your own pace. 🩵
Register via link in bio.
10/09/2026
With the haze hanging around, we’ll keep a cosy corner waiting for you - somewhere to settle in with a freshly brewed coffee, turn a few pages, and enjoy a slower afternoon indoors.
Come by for a little breather. ☕️📖
08/09/2026
Maybe one day we’ll actually get to experience our own cafe like a customer. 😂
But for now, we’re busy figuring out how to serve you an even better cup of matcha, make your visit feel a little more comfortable, and welcome you in the best way we know how. ☕️
Whether you’re popping by for coffee, a catch-up, or some quiet time, tell us how we’re doing. 📝
We’re always taking notes for the day we finally get to sit down, stay awhile, and see The Social Space through your eyes.
04/09/2026
🏃♀️ Early birds, this one’s for you!
Our Potong Pasir outlet will be opening bright and early at 8AM tomorrow (Sat, 5 Sept) as we kick off the morning with our Run For Good community.
Whether you’re joining us for the run, coming by to cheer everyone on, or simply looking for an earlier-than-usual breakfast and coffee, we’d love to see you. ☕️💛
We’ll also be closing earlier than usual at 4PM, with last orders at 3.30PM, so be sure to catch us a little earlier at both ends of the day!
03/09/2026
Sometimes, slowing down can be its own little act of care. 🤎
We’re very happy to welcome A Piece of Mine Puzzles to our shelves at Kreta Ayer - a homegrown puzzle brand built around a simple but meaningful idea: that taking a little time away from the noise, our screens and the constant need to keep moving can give us space to reconnect with ourselves.
Every A Piece of Mine puzzle is illustrated by an artist, with many of its collections using art not just to create something beautiful, but to tell stories that deserve a little more attention.
Their Pocket Puzzles turn local illustrations into tiny 150-piece puzzles you can bring almost anywhere, whether it is for a quiet moment over coffee, while travelling, or as a thoughtful little gift.
Their mental health collection goes a little deeper, exploring themes such as the feeling of never being “good enough” and the rules we sometimes place on how our lives are supposed to look. Each puzzle comes with reflection prompts, turning the simple act of piecing something together into an invitation to pause and look inward.
And one collection we especially love, *To the World, With Joy*, celebrates neurodiversity by inviting neurodivergent artists to illustrate the things that bring them joy, with each artist receiving royalties from their work. 🌻
Perhaps that is what we love most about A Piece of Mine. These are puzzles you can enjoy simply because they are beautiful and fun, but if you look a little closer, there are stories, perspectives and people behind every piece.
And in a city that so often celebrates how much we can fit into a day, there is something rather lovely about choosing, every now and then, to sit down and piece something together simply because it makes us feel good.
Come discover A Piece of Mine now on our retail shelves at Kreta Ayer or via our online store at www.thesocialspace.co. 🧩
Address
333 Kreta Ayer Road, #01/14
Singapore
080333
To reach your destination at Kreta Ayer Road in Singapore, you have a couple of options for transportation:
**Public Transport:**
1. **MRT (Mass Rapid Transit):**
- Take the MRT to Chinatown Station (NE4 on the North East Line).
- Exit the station and head towards Pagoda Street.
- Walk along Pagoda Street until you reach Kreta Ayer Road; it’s about a 10-minute walk.
2. **Bus:**
- You can take bus services such as 2, 12, 32, or 54 that stop near Kreta Ayer Road.
- Check the nearest bus stop to your location and board one of these buses.
- Alight at the bus stop closest to Kreta Ayer Road and walk a short distance to your destination.
**Driving/Parking:**
- If you are driving, head towards Kreta Ayer Road via major roads like Eu Tong Sen Street or New Bridge Road.
- There are parking options available nearby, including street parking and public car parks. Look for signs indicating available parking facilities in the area.
Make sure to check traffic conditions if you're driving, as they can vary throughout the day.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday |
09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday |
09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday |
09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday |
09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday |
09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday |
09:00 - 17:00 |
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What people say
Nestled along Kreta Ayer Road, The Social Space stands out as a beacon of sustainability and inclusivity. This innovative multi-concept social enterprise seamlessly combines a Tea Bar & Café, a fair trade retail area, and a nail salon, all under one roof. Each aspect of The Social Space is thoughtfully designed to promote low-waste living and conscious consumerism.
At the heart of The Social Space is its commitment to social responsibility. By providing employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers to traditional job markets, the café not only serves delicious beverages and treats but also empowers its staff with valuable skills for long-term self-sufficiency. This mission fosters an environment where every cup of tea or coffee enjoyed contributes to a greater cause.
The café’s menu features an array of delightful options that cater to various tastes while emphasizing sustainable practices. Patrons can indulge in their favorite drinks knowing they are supporting ethical sourcing and environmentally friendly choices.
In addition to the café offerings, the fair-trade retail space showcases products that reflect the values of sustainability and conscious living. Shoppers can explore unique items that tell stories of providence, making each purchase meaningful.
Moreover, The Social Space actively seeks collaborations with other socially conscious brands, further enriching its community-driven ethos. This dedication to fostering partnerships enhances the overall experience for visitors who are eager to support businesses aligned with their values.
With its inviting atmosphere and strong commitment to social impact, The Social Space is more than just a café; it’s a movement towards a more sustainable and inclusive future. Whether you’re stopping by for a refreshing drink or browsing through ethically sourced products, you’ll leave feeling inspired by the positive change this vibrant space embodies.
