Chinese coffee chain Luckin Coffee has reached a significant milestone in Singapore with the opening of its 100th store at Bugis Junction, marking three years since its initial entry into the market. The new outlet, launched on September 28, features an "Interactive Brand Heritage Projector" that highlights the company’s presence across the city-state.

Luckin Coffee’s rapid expansion in Singapore has continued unabated. As of late September, the company had already surpassed 100 outlets, with three recent additions at International Plaza, Alexandra Retail Centre, and within a Cheers outlet at Nanyang Polytechnic. The brand plans to open up to six more stores by the end of 2026, including new locations at the Singapore University of Technology and Design, YewTee Point, and Limbang Shopping Centre.

Globally, Luckin Coffee operates over 36,000 outlets in China and maintains a growing footprint overseas, with more than 150 stores in Malaysia and over 20 locations in New York.

Since its debut in Singapore, Luckin Coffee has attracted around 1.9 million members on its mobile app. Two of its most popular offerings in the market, the Coconut Latte and Little Butler Latte, have each sold more than two million cups. Prices for beverages in Singapore begin at around S$6 for an Americano. While maintaining much of its original recipe, the Singaporean menu features reduced sugar content to cater to local tastes, according to Steve Teo, general manager of Luckin Coffee Singapore and a barista with 28 years in the coffee industry. Since January, all drinks in Singapore have received a NutriGrade rating of C or higher, indicating healthier options.

Teo has spearheaded various collaborations to enhance brand engagement, including partnerships with the upcoming Pixar film Toy Story 5, the Milo drinks brand, and the popular character Quby. Limited-time offerings currently include Pandan Coconut Latte and Black Sesame Hojicha Latte, each priced at S$8. The Bugis Junction location also introduces pour-over coffee using specialty beans sourced from Colombia Gesha and Costa Rica Gesha varieties, priced at S$8.50.

The company’s local workforce has expanded significantly, from about 50 employees at launch to over 860 by September 2026. Teo emphasized that Luckin Coffee is focused on increasing the number of café-style outlets with seating rather than kiosks, responding to evolving consumer preferences.

“Coffee is very accessible in Singapore,” Teo noted. “We have local kopi and many Western chains, each with its own unique appeal. There is still room for expansion as coffee consumption grows, particularly among the younger generation.”