Need a place to take the kids to for a meal after a morning at the Botanic Gardens or running errands at Tanglin Mall? We’ve got you covered with these suggestions.
Looking for somewhere to grab a bite at after a morning spent playing around at the Botanic Gardens or as a much-needed pit stop while running weekend errands at Tanglin Mall? Thankfully, the district is home to many family-friendly eateries that are perfect for moms who have little ones in tow.
While the restaurants of Dempsey Hill may be slightly more out of the way, you’ll find a bevy of solid options with casual ambiences and kid-friendly menus scattered throughout the Tanglin and Orchard Boulevard areas – now all the more accessible thanks to the new Orchard Boulevard MRT station. Check out these establishments to feast on Italian favourites, fish and chips and Korean dishes.
Enjoy a scrumptious meal and do your weekend grocery shopping all at one go at Little Farms Table. The spacious restaurant is attached to gourmet supermarket Little Farms and has large windows that let in lots of lovely natural light. Their dedicated kids’ brunch menu features child-friendly takes on classic dishes: think a hotcake with berries, organic maple syrup and whipped cream; avocado toast with heirloom tomatoes and eggs; and a full-fledged breakfast plate.
163 Tanglin Road, #02-138, Singapore 247933, +65 3163 6344
Tuck into traditional British fare at this breezy and leafy outdoor eatery, located a short stroll down the road from the Botanic Gardens’ Tanglin Gate. The menu here has a tightly curated list of dishes that will appeal to both adults and kids alike.
Their signature fish and chips comes with beer-battered Atlantic haddock, thick-cut chips, mushy peas and gherkin tartare sauce, and the bangers and mash (juicy pork sausages paired with creamy mashed potatoes and gravy) and Scotch eggs are also worth a try.
56 Tanglin Road, #B1-02, Singapore 247964
Recently opened at Tanglin Mall is Market Blue, a Korean food hall and specialty supermarket of sorts that holds court in the basement of the shopping centre. Take your pick from a vibrant array of traditional Korean eats such as tteokbokki, fried chicken, beef bulgogi and twisted donuts. The little ones can have fun at the Korean-style photo booth while you nab some uniquely flavoured ramyeon, Korean snacks and bagels from Korean bagel joint B For Bagel located right next door to stock your pantry with.
163 Tanglin Road, #B1-122/123/124, Singapore 247933, +65 8950 1719
With its friendly staff, inviting atmosphere and extensive menu of café favourites, Nassim Hill Bakery Bistro Bar – situated within the Tanglin Post Office building – is an ideal choice for families. Sample the likes of cheddar cheese and bacon waffles served with a mound of chive sour cream; burrata, triple cheese and prosciutto and arugula pizzas; and buttermilk fried chicken and fluffy pancakes with honey mustard. Peruse the bakery cabinet before leaving to get some of their famous sourdough, donuts and cookies.
56 Tanglin Road, #01-03, Singapore 247964, +65 9009 6405.
Pizza and pasta are hit dishes with the kids, and you’ll find all that and more at Lino. The spinach ricotta ravioli is a cheeky way to make sure that the little ones eat their vegetables, and some of their other popular dishes are the braised beef cheek, specialty burrata pizza and seafood spaghettini with king prawns and Hokkaido scallops. The dessert menu stars crowd-pleasing picks such as tiramisu, profiteroles and chocolate lava cake served with vanilla ice cream.
583 Orchard Road, #01-01/04, Singapore 238884, +65 6235 8690.
Dessert time calls for ice cream, and Kind Kones at Forum should be your port of call. The little ones will be delighted with their colourful range of flavours, which include chocolate, mango raspberry and almond brittle fudge. As the plant-based ice cream is crafted using zero dairy, egg, refined sugar or artificial additives, it’s an ideal choice if your kids suffer from allergies of have dietary restrictions. Get it in a cup or waffle cone, or sandwiched between two chunky cookies.
583 Orchard Road, #B1-27, Singapore 238884, +65 9010 8557
Fresh and fun Mediterranean flavours are the name of the game at Pano Kato Grill, Pizza & Deli. It’s situated within concept store House of AnLi at Tanglin Mall, and you’ll find it filled with families on the weekends. Begin your meal with fried calamari, pita with assorted dips or a classic Greek salad before ordering the mixed meat platter: a gargantuan serving of lamb chops, meat skewers and beef with fries, vegetables and all the fixings. You’ll also discover pita wraps, pizzas and pastas on the menu, plus a myriad of Greek desserts.
163 Tanglin Road, #02-142/144, Singapore 247933, +65 6235 5056
This long-standing venue is a favourite among families for a casual and filling meal. The menu boasts American-style dishes that are bound to be popular with the kids – such as nachos, quesadillas, chicken wings, potato skins and decadent milkshakes in classic flavours including chocolate, strawberry and cookies and cream.
You can’t leave without trying one of their massive burgers. The signature offering sports a thick and succulent patty dressed with cheddar cheese, smoked bacon and a large crispy onion ring for good measure.
50 Cuscaden Road, #02-01, Singapore 249724, +65 6235 5232