Co-op at NTU Cafe operates as Singapore's first student-run cooperative within The Hive building at Nanyang Technological University, offering affordable halal-certified dining that serves the diverse academic community while demonstrating student entrepreneurship and social responsibility. Located at the heart of NTU campus, this innovative establishment provides accessible meals ranging from traditional Singaporean cuisine to international dishes, ensuring students and staff can enjoy quality food without straining university budgets.
The extensive menu features generous portions at reasonable prices, including popular items like Pan Fried Dory Fish at , Carbonara Pasta at .50, and comprehensive offerings spanning appetizers, soups, salads, main courses, and desserts with dedicated vegetarian and vegan options. The modern, inviting atmosphere with comfortable seating creates a relaxed environment where the university community can gather, study, and socialize over quality meals.
As a student-run enterprise, Co-op at NTU represents the successful integration of business education with practical application, where students gain real-world experience in restaurant operations while serving their peers. Despite occasional peak-hour delays due to popularity, the cafe's commitment to affordability, dietary inclusivity, and community service has established it as an essential part of NTU campus life, demonstrating how cooperative business models can successfully address student needs while fostering entrepreneurial skills.
Just ok. The staff has been rude at times. Plus they decide to close at random times and there is a
Just okay. The staff has been rude at times. Plus, they decide to close at random times, and there's a waiting time of at least 15 minutes before you get mains like fried chicken and fish. If you're in a hurry, it's best to head to canteen B, which is nearby. That said, the pricing is good and the options aren't bad either.
Prudence
Their staff is extremely slow and on purpose. Took 20 minutes for 1 drink? I buy a drink every Wedne
Their staff is extremely slow, almost as if on purpose. It took 20 minutes for just one drink. I buy a drink every Wednesday or Thursday, and this pattern repeats. You can observe the staff yourself...
Cheryl Tan
paid 7.50. ordered grilled chicken but chicken was really dry even with the sauce :/
fries were OK
Paid $7.50. Ordered the grilled chicken, but it was really dry even with the sauce. The fries were okay, and the salad was just a few leaves. I wouldn't recommend getting the grilled chicken. You're better off (cheaper and nicer) ordering Western food from a hawker or coffee shop outside.
Arjun Kasturi
Food is fine, cutlery and and even unlimited tissues (!!!).
But they only accept cash for payment (
Food is fine, and they even provide unlimited tissues (!!!).
However, they only accept cash for payment (at least as of pandemic times), which is simply ridiculous! I understand it might be financially beneficial for the store, but who carries cash these days, especially around their work or study place??? Luckily, someone helped me exchange their cash for an e-transfer, so I could eat. Since you simply can't buy food at a cafe without cash, why would I rate it more than 2 stars?
W. Lee
Food is good but selection always changes without any notice. Was expecting to grab pasta on many oc
The food is good, but the selection always changes without any notice. On many occasions, I was expecting to grab pasta and made my way down to the cafe, only to find out that it was closed or they weren't serving mains. They do have social media, but it's rarely updated, so what's the point? The prices of mains were also raised by $1 last month.
Positive Reviews
Jocelyn RV
One of the best freshly served hot fried cheesy fries and such fresh lemonade - best to have on sunn
One of the best freshly served hot fried cheesy fries and such fresh lemonade - best to have on sunny days! Quite expensive but completely worth the quantity and quality of the food!
Goh Chen Wei
Tobi ann is the best server in the world constantly raising the bar for us
Tobi Ann is the best server in the world, constantly raising the bar for us.
Jun Heng
Get the carbonara ($5.50), which is delicious and filling. Unlike what the other reviewers mentioned
Get the carbonara ($5.50), which is delicious and filling. Unlike what other reviewers mentioned, I received my food almost instantly, in less than a minute. I'm wondering if it was microwaved.
Zena Goh
Pass by and decided to eat there. The cafe have only less than 10 tables, and occupied by china tour
Passed by and decided to eat there. The cafe has only less than 10 tables, and they were occupied by China tourists. The food prices are okay. The food is not bad for the price.
Kopi King
Good place to go for lunch if you are in Hive. And easy to grab good iced coffee.
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A good place to go for lunch if you are in Hive, and easy to grab a good iced coffee. While it might not be the absolute best place for coffee, it is cheaper than other places, making it a good spot to enjoy a coffee and other drinks.