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What to order at Asylum Coffeehouse
- Must order
- ['Keluak Blend espresso', 'Iced latte', 'Seasonal cake']
- Editor tip
- Open daily 8am to 4.30pm. A good option before or after visiting the Jalan Besar hawker centre nearby.
CuisineCafé
Price$$
Neighborhoodlittle-india
HoursDaily 08:00-16:30
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Must order: ['Keluak Blend espresso', 'Iced latte', 'Seasonal cake']
Tip: Open daily 8am to 4.30pm. A good option before or after visiting the Jalan Besar hawker centre nearby.
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Location
Address: 311 Jalan Besar, Singapore 208970
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