nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar

bakery — Tanjong Pagar · Singapore

About nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar

Nesuto is a Japanese-inspired patisserie in Singapore, describing itself as an atelier of exquisite confectionary handcrafting products with a passion for pure expression of substance and detail. The name "nesuto" means "nest" in Japanese, and the brand's original home is a pastel-hued patisserie on Tras Street in the heart of Singapore's central business district.

Nesuto has been recognised by local media for its distinctive style - HungryGoWhere describes its cakes as sharing an impossibly light and airy chiffon sponge layer, built from quality bakes and authentic ingredients, while CNA Remarkable Living highlights its delectable cakes and entremets built on unusual flavour combinations. Avenue One Magazine calls it a quaint little cafe serving a multitude of delicious treats.

The patisserie has grown to four locations across Singapore: the original nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar, nesuto @ Jewel Changi Airport, café nesuto @ ION Orchard, and café nesuto @ Marina Bay Sands. Alongside its signature cakes and tarts, Nesuto offers confections and treats including hand-crafted chocolates and Cherir Sablé cookies, plus gifting options spanning sake and wine pairings, gift cards and candles. Islandwide delivery and same-day pickup are both available.

Nesuto: Japanese-Inspired Patisserie Across Singapore

Nesuto describes itself as an atelier of exquisite confectionary - a Japanese-inspired patisserie handcrafting a collection of products with a passion for pure expressions of substance and detail, aiming to elevate life's most simple and significant moments. The name "nesuto" means "nest" in Japanese, and the brand's story began in a pastel-hued patisserie on Tras Street, in the heart of Singapore's central business district.

A Distinctive Style

Local media have picked up on what makes Nesuto's cakes stand out. HungryGoWhere notes that Nesuto's cakes share one characteristic in common - an impossibly light and airy chiffon sponge layer - built on quality bakes and authentic ingredients. CNA Remarkable Living highlights the patisserie's delectable cakes and entremets, built around unusual flavour combinations, while Avenue One Magazine describes it simply as a quaint little cafe serving a multitude of delicious treats.

Signature Cakes and Seasonal Creations

Nesuto's core range includes gateaux and cheesecakes like the Praline Noisette Gateau - a reimagined recipe layering chocolate sponge, hazelnut mousse and dark ganache with a delicate feuilletine crunch - alongside Matcha Redbean, Konichiwa Hōjicha, Rum & Raisin Gateaux, Passionfruit Vanilla, Uji Matcha Rare Cheesecake, Earl Chocolate, Singapore Sling, C3 Cheesecake and Chocolate Orange. Seasonal offerings rotate through the year, such as the Mango & Passionfruit Shortcake, which combines juicy mango, passionfruit and light mascarpone chantilly with soft sponge and a hint of lime.

Bundles, Chocolates and Cookies

For those who can't decide on just one flavour, Nesuto's Chef's Recommended Bundles include creations like the Chocolate Carousel Bundle, made in celebration of World Chocolate Day and bringing together six chocolate-led signatures in one indulgent assortment, alongside the Joie Box from the Entremet Collection. The patisserie's Hand-crafted Chocolates range includes pieces like the Genmai Matcha Nama Chocolate with Green Tea Plum Liquor, while its Cherir Sablé Cookies are described as addictive, with a crisp edge and a melt-in-your-mouth centre.

Gifting and Pairings

Beyond cakes and confections, Nesuto offers a Gifting & Pairings range covering sake and wine, gift cards, and candles - along with pineapple tarts positioned as sweet gifts, rounding out options for those shopping for someone else.

Four Locations Across Singapore

Nesuto has grown from its original Tras Street patisserie to four locations: nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar, nesuto @ Jewel Changi Airport, café nesuto @ ION Orchard, and café nesuto @ Marina Bay Sands, each with its own hours. Islandwide delivery is available for those who can't visit in person, alongside same-day pickup ordering.

Ordering from Nesuto

For next-day fulfillment, orders must be placed by 2pm the day before. Nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar is open Monday to Saturday from 12pm to 10pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 6pm.

Signature items

  • Praline Noisette Gateau
  • Mango & Passionfruit Shortcake
  • Chocolate Carousel Bundle
  • Konichiwa Hōjicha
  • C3 Cheesecake
  • Uji Matcha Rare Cheesecake

Menu

Gifting & Pairings

  • Sake & Wine — Sake and wine pairings
  • Gift Cards — Nesuto gift cards
  • Candles — Candles for gifting

Seasonal Shortcakes

  • Mango & Passionfruit Shortcake — Juicy mango, passionfruit and light mascarpone chantilly with soft sponge and a hint of lime

Confections & Treats

  • Cherir Sablé Cookies — Crisp-edged, melt-in-your-mouth sablé cookies
  • Sweet Gifts (Pineapple Tarts) — Pineapple tarts for gifting

Hand-Crafted Chocolates

  • Genmai Matcha Nama Chocolate with Green Tea Plum Liquor — Nama chocolate flavoured with genmai matcha and green tea plum liquor

Chef'S Recommended Bundles

  • Chocolate Carousel Bundle — Six chocolate-led signature items in one assortment, created for World Chocolate Day
  • Joie Box — From the Entremet Collection

Signature Whole Cakes & Gateaux

  • Praline Noisette Gateau — Chocolate sponge, hazelnut mousse and dark ganache with a delicate feuilletine crunch
  • Matcha Redbean — Matcha and redbean cake
  • Konichiwa Hōjicha — Hōjicha-flavoured cake
  • Rum & Raisin Gateaux — Rum and raisin gateaux
  • Passionfruit Vanilla — Passionfruit and vanilla cake
  • Uji Matcha Rare Cheesecake — Rare cheesecake made with Uji matcha
  • Earl Chocolate — Earl Grey and chocolate cake
  • Singapore Sling — Cake inspired by the Singapore Sling cocktail
  • C3 Cheesecake — Signature cheesecake
  • Chocolate Orange — Chocolate and orange cake

Frequently asked questions

What is Nesuto known for?
A Japanese-inspired patisserie known for light, airy chiffon sponge cakes and unusual flavour combinations, built on quality bakes and authentic ingredients.
Where did Nesuto start?
On Tras Street, in the heart of Singapore's central business district.
How many Nesuto locations are there?
Four: nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar, nesuto @ Jewel Changi Airport, café nesuto @ ION Orchard, and café nesuto @ Marina Bay Sands.
Is delivery available?
Yes, islandwide delivery is available.
How far ahead do I need to order?
Orders must be placed by 2pm the day before for next-day fulfillment; same-day pickup is also available.
What does "nesuto" mean?
"Nest" in Japanese.
What are the opening hours at nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar?
Monday to Saturday, 12pm to 10pm; Sunday, 12pm to 6pm.

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