Cafe Ma Maison Orchard – Japanese Fruit Tarts & Cakes Loved Along Orchard & Somerset
A Slice of Japan in Orchard Road
If you’ve been strolling through Orchard and craving something sweet, look no further than Café Ma Maison at Mandarin Gallery. Tucked away at 333A Orchard Rd, #02-33/34, this charming café blends Japanese precision with Western café culture, serving up delicate cakes, fresh fruit tarts, and the occasional savoury treat.
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| The charming entrance of Café Ma Maison at Mandarin Gallery, Orchard Road. |
Food bloggers like Daniel Food Diary have highlighted Café Ma Maison as one of the most dessert-forward cafés on Orchard Road — and it’s easy to see why.
Menu Highlights: Cakes, Tarts & Savoury Bites
What Café Ma Maison is truly known for:
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Japanese Fruit Tarts & Cakes – think fresh strawberry shortcake, berry tarts, Mont Blanc, and seasonal fruit creations. Their official café menu shows a wide selection of rotating cakes.
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| Café Ma Maison’s signature fruit tart with seasonal fruits, paired with a scoop of refreshing sorbet. |
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Savoury Plates – Ebi Katsu Sando, steak bowl, and shrimp cutlet sandwich; a nice option if you want something before diving into dessert (Lemon8 review).
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Drinks – coffee, tea, and light café beverages that pair well with their cakes.
Most regulars agree: go for the desserts first. Their cakes and tarts are the true stars here, while the savoury options are more supporting players.
If you’re planning a sweet café crawl, you can also hop over to Whiskdom for gooey brownies and chunky cookies nearby.
Ambience & Café Vibe
Café Ma Maison gives off a cosy, slightly old-school Japanese-Western café feel. Reviews on Wanderlog mention the charm of watching cakes and pastries being prepared behind the counter, adding to the homely vibe.
It’s not the largest café in Mandarin Gallery, so seating can feel compact and fills up quickly. If you’re planning a weekend visit, come early or be prepared to wait.
Prefer something savoury before dessert? French Fold Orchard offers crepes and galettes just a short stroll away.
What Recent Reviews Say
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Lemon8 (mid-2025): Café Ma Maison scored a 3.5/5. Diners loved the desserts but noted mains were average. Crowding was mentioned, especially on weekends and public holidays (Lemon8 review).
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Burpple (2025): Frequent praise for fruit tarts, especially the strawberry shortcake and berry tart. Portion sizes lean small, but presentation and freshness impress (Burpple reviews).
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Wanderlog (2025): Visitors highlighted the cosy décor and enjoyed watching fruit tarts being assembled — a sign of freshness and craftsmanship.
In short: if desserts are your priority, you’ll leave happy. If you’re after a full savoury meal, you may find the options limited.
Who It’s For & When to Go
Best for:
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Dessert hunters exploring Orchard Road.
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Friends looking for a cosy Somerset café stop during shopping.
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Instagrammers chasing pretty cakes and tarts.
When to go:
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Afternoons – perfect for a mid-shopping sugar break.
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Weekdays – less crowded compared to weekends.
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Early evenings – before the café fills up.
Orchard Foodies Take 🍴
Café Ma Maison hits the sweet spot (literally) for both Orchard Road Food and Somerset Food lovers. Their fruit tarts and cakes are crafted with Japanese finesse — light, airy, and photogenic enough to make your Instagram pop.
Yes, it’s a little pricey for the portions, and yes, it gets crowded fast. But for a café that consistently delivers on dessert quality, we think it deserves its reputation as a dessert gem in the Orchard–Somerset stretch.
If you’re hopping around Orchard, why not make it a dessert tour? Pair your trip with Shiroyama’s Japanese snow ice or start savoury with French Fold.
Until the next sugar rush, The Greedy Gang @ Orchard Foodies
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