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Rusen Kopitiam 如星咖啡店

4.4 1,288 reviews 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM Jl. Niaga, Melayu, Kec. Singkawang Bar., Kota Singkawang, Kalimantan Barat 79112, Indonesia

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Rusen Kopitiam 如星咖啡店, tucked away on Jl. Niaga in the heart of Singkawang, is a must-visit gem for coffee enthusiasts. This art cafe boasts an authentic atmosphere, enhanced by its captivating vintage decor. Customers consistently rave about the delightful "tiam coffee," praised for its rich flavor and perfect pairing with delicious snacks, like the popular banana fritters.

Many reviews highlight the cafe's unique two-story layout, offering stunning views over the bustling city—particularly magical from the second floor. The ambiance blends nostalgia with modern charm, thanks to the impressive black-and-white photographs adorning the walls. Visitors appreciate the wide drink selection, including specialties like Vietnamese coffee, making it a popular hangout spot.

Though the cafe can be busy, especially with its proximity to a busy street, the experience of sipping coffee while gazing out at the city is unparalleled. Regulars like Abraham Mudito and first-timers alike find it appealing for relaxation or socializing. With its strategic location, fantastic coffee, and cozy vibes, Rusen Kopitiam is indeed a quintessential stop in Singkawang.

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Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection

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Good for working on laptop

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College students
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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Rusen Kopitiam 如星咖啡店 before visiting.

Reviews for Rusen Kopitiam 如星咖啡店

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Based on 1,288 reviews

Rusen Kopitiam 如星咖啡店 is widely appreciated for its authentic Singkawang coffee experience, particularly its signature tiam coffee. Visitors often highlight the cafe’s convenient central location and the unique traditional two-story setup featuring a cozy, vintage-inspired interior adorned with historical black-and-white photos. The second floor offers a notable vantage point with city and temple views that enhance the overall ambiance. The menu provides a diverse selection of traditional drinks and small snacks, with some patrons recommending the fried banana. However, the cafe’s proximity to a busy street and the prevalence of smoking inside may affect comfort for some guests. Overall, it is regarded as a popular, charming spot for both locals and tourists to relax and enjoy an authentic cultural atmosphere.

Ria Andriani

Aug 02, 2025

Authentic Singkawang coffee shop. The place was in central Singkawang City. Their tiam coffee taste good, i love the banana fried for snack. There is a magical view in 2nd floor, and its very authentic

Dwi Wahyudi

Jul 27, 2025

One of famous place at Singkawang City. Get the tiam coffee best taste with the best price. Recommended place to hangout.

Hannes Schüle

Jun 21, 2025

A large traditional two story coffee with a large variety of drinks (including “Vietnam-Coffee”), small food and food. Overwhelming interior on both floors, view over traffic, temple and city from upstairs. Decorated with large BW-Photos of older times. Whenever in the city: the visit is a must! (Visited in November 2019)

Abraham Mudito

Jun 14, 2025

Great place to sit and have a cup of coffee. Strategically located in the heart of Singkawang. Alert!! It is right on the side of the busy street, so choose your seat accordingly. Great view from the second floor. Bit busy and a most of their patrons are heavy smokers.

Meli Lee

Jun 08, 2025

My Last stop, and chill. The place was cozy and had unique old style decoration. Easy find by maps

Aptu Dika

May 26, 2025

The best place to take a sip of coffee while seeing the buzzing Singkawang square and the iconic temple. The cafe is nicely decorated with vintage style picts.

Widy Anggara

May 23, 2025

quite cozy, with reasonable pricing. always crowded at night. for me, the best time to snap a coffee here is around 4pm - 7pm. not to crowd, enjoy the afternoon at singkawang and the traffic also it would be annoyed cause there is so much busker roaming around