It’s an open truth — F&B businesses have not been having the easiest time during this COVID-19 period. With everybody staying in and the decreased footfall, there has been a massive plunge in sales in the F&B sector.

Even though many establishments have pushed out delivery and takeaway services, some have not been able to tide through. Whether it was the high rental costs or low profits, these burdens were too heavy to bear.

Here is a list of 30 F&B businesses in Singapore which are planning to or have already shut down for good during COVID-19. Nevertheless, we hope that this is not goodbye forever and we’ll see them come back stronger than ever.

7TH MILE SEAFOOD

- Zi char restaurant
- Last day of operations: 7 April 2020

ANTOINETTE PATISSERIE

- Popular Parisian-style tea salon in Singapore
- Last day of operations: 30 June 2020

BOUFE BOUTIQUE CAFE

- Serves brunch fare and pastries
- Last day of operations: 30 June 2020

BREKO CAFE

- Served brunch fare and coffee
- Last day of operations: 30 March 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/chikinjomodsushi/

CHI KINJO

- Japanese restaurant
- Last day of operations: 27 March 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/coffeebreakamoy/

COFFEE BREAK @ KENT RIDGE

- Served traditional kopi and toast with modern twists
- Last day of operations: Unspecified

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- Superheroes-themed cafe

HASHIDA SUSHI

- Japanese restaurant
- Last day of operations: May 2020 (unspecified)

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/highsteakssg/

HIGH STEAKS

- Specialised in steaks and other Western food
- Last day of operations: 30 April 2020

Photo Credit: http://www.instagram.com/brainkoh/

HOUSE OF HAPPINESS @ SIMPANG BEDOK

- Specialised in modern claypot rice dishes
- Last day of operations: 2 January 2020
- Disclaimer: Relocating but new location is unconfirmed

INSPIRIT HOUSE

- Family-friendly restaurant
- Last day of operations: August 2020 (unspecified)

ISETAN JAPAN FOOD TOWN

- Served Japanese cuisine
- Last day of operations: 29 February 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/jokjokmor/

JOK JOK MOR

- Specialised in traditional Thai claypot porridge
- Last day of operations: 18 March 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/kuishinbosingapore/

KUISHIN BO

- Japanese restaurant
- Last day of operations: 6 April 2020

LA CANTINA IN VENEZIA

- Italian restaurant
- Last day of operations: 28 March 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/ltalongtimeago/

LONG TIME AGO

- KTV pub
- Last day of operations: 26 March 2020

MAI by Dashi Master Marusaya

- Fine Japanese food prepared by Japanese chefs from Japan

MAGGIE JOAN’S

- Western restaurant
- Last day of operations: Unspecified

Photo Credit: http://www.facebook.com/modestossg/

MODESTO’S

- Italian restaurant
- Last day of operations: End May 2020 (Modesto’s @ Elizabeth) and End June 2020 (Modesto’s @ Orchard)

Photo Credit: http://www.instagram.com/thebeareatshoney/

MOF @ MY IZAKAYA

- Japanese chain restaurant
- Last day of operations: End Feb 2020

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Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/oromocoffee/

OROMO COFFEE

- Served brunch and coffee
- Last day of operations: 31 March 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/parallelsg/

PARALLEL @ ONE RAFFLES PLACE

- Served smoothie bowls and coffee
- Last day of operations: 4 April 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/peppercorn30/

PEPPERCORN

- Specialised in Chinese cuisine
- Last day of operations: 25 April 2020

Photo Credit: Purple Turtle

PURPLE TURTLE

- KTV pub
- Last day of operations: Unspecified

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/rookerysg/

ROOKERY @ CAPITAL TOWER

- Served brunch fare and Western & Italian food
- Last day of operations: Unspecified

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/sgphohouse/

SG PHO HOUSE

- Vietnamese restaurant
- Last day of operations: 7 May 2020

Photo Credit: https://www.instagram.com/sons.singapore/

SONS

- Italian restaurant cum cocktail bar
- Last day of operations: Unspecified

SPICE WORLD HOTPOT

- Sichuan hotpot restaurant
- Lasy day of operations: January 2020 (unspecified)

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THE CHOPHOUSE

- Specialised in steaks
- Last day of operations: Unspecified

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/thenewharbourcafebar/

THE NEW HARBOUR CAFE & BAR

- Served Western, Asian and Italian grub
- Last day of operations: Unspecified

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/thepeel1889/

THE PEEL 1889

- Casual Italian restaurant
- Last day of operations: 15 July 2020

THE PELICAN

- Popular spot along Marina Bay for fresh seafood and hearty mains
- Last day of operations: 30 June 2020

TIAN WEI SEAFOOD

- Zi char restaurant
- Last day of operations: 29 March 2020

From breath-taking lush interiors to nature-inspired food, you may be surprised to know our sunny island is peppered with many garden-themed cafes if you have not been on a lookout. Decked in botanicals, dining at such cafes can provides a quick escape from Singapore’s concrete jungle.

Whether it is a hearty brunch with the family or a quiet spot to chill over good books and coffee, here are 10 Garden-Themed Cafes You can Find In Singapore for the avid café hoppers, nature lovers and those who wish to get away from the bustling city.

#1 BEE’S KNEES

Nestled within Singapore Botanic Gardens, Bee’s Knees at The Garage is a hideout away from the city that allows you to dine within lush greenery.

The pet-friendly cafe serves a range of western dishes and specialises in pizza, pasta, sandwiches and desserts. Drivers should go by Cluny Park Road for direct access to Bee’s Knees.

Bee’s Knees
50 Cluny Park Road
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Singapore 257488
Tel: +65 9831 1106
Daily: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

#2 BOUFE CAFE

Situated in Phoenix Park, Boufe Cafe features a minimalistic cafe section (that is split to indoor and al fresco areas) and a mini boutique where popular online brand Ohvola is stocked at.

Whether it is decadent cakes or brunch classics, you can be sure to enjoy excellent food away from the buzz of the city.

Boufe Café
308 Tanglin Road
#01-01 Phoenix Park
Singapore 247974
Tel: +65 6734 7656
Mon to Fri: 8am – 7pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Queenstown

#3 CANOPY GARDEN DINING & BAR

If you are looking for a place to chill out while enjoying some late-night drinks while taking in the fresh air of the outdoors, then this would be it.

Do try out their Lobster Pomodoro (S$20) – the pasta is tossed with lobster and roasted tomato pomodoro before it is topped off with corianders and spring onions.

Canopy Garden Dining & Bar
1382 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1
Singapore 569931
Tel: +65 9113 4666
Mon to Thu: 9am – 10.30pm
Fri and Eve of PH: 9am – 11pm
Sat and Sun: 8am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Bishan

Photo Credit: Epiphyte

#4 EPIPHYTE

Decked in plants and terrariums, Epiphyte is a cafe and bar where diners can feast on an array of Western and Asian cuisine infused with elements of art and nature. The signature Pink Risotto (S$22) features roasted beetroot which adds an eye-catching pink hue to the dish.

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Epiphyte
47 Neil Rd Singapore 088827
Tel: +65 6610 6271
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Closed on Sundays.
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: Knots Café And Living Facebook

#5 KNOTS CAFÉ AND LIVING

Knots Café and Living is your one-stop furniture showroom café where you can browse and shop at the retail area or indulge in various brunch classics and sweet treats. This is an ideal destination for those seeking a simple and peaceful spot to unwind.

Knots Café And Living
160 Paya Lebar Rd #01-07
Singapore 409022
Tel: +65 6817 0383
Mon: 10am – 6pm
Tue to Thu & Sun: 9am – 9pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Macpherson

Photo Credit: Picnic Urban Food Park

#6 PICNIC URBAN FOOD PARK

The Picnic Urban Food Park is an idyllic garden-themed food hall nestled in Wisma Atria. With 13 different trucks and stalls offering a range of cuisines from Japanese, Taiwanese, Korean-Mexican, French to Italian, there is something for everyone to indulge in.

Picnic Urban Food Park
435 Orchard Road
#03-15 Wisma Atria
Singapore 238877
Tel: +65 6734 8352
Daily: 10am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

#7 PS CAFE HARDING ROAD

Strategically located next to the Dempsey greenery—with both indoor and al fresco seating options—PS. Cafe at Harding Road is a popular brunch spot on the weekends amongst families and friends.

Besides savoury café classics and indulgent treats, the café’s famous truffle shoestring fries is a must-order.

PS Cafe Harding Road
28B Harding Rd
Singapore 249549
Tel: +65 9070 8782
Sun to Thurs: 8am – 11pm
Fri and Sat: 8am – 1am
Nearest Station: Orchard

#8 RIDERS CAFE

Always lively and bustling with people, Riders Cafe at Bukit Timah Saddle Club is one that needs no further introduction. It is a splendid place surrounded by greenery for anyone that needs a quick escape from the humdrum of the city. And yes, food is pretty decent too.

Riders Café
51 Fairways Drive
Bukit Timah Saddle Club
Singapore 286965
Tel: +65 6466 9819
Sun to Thurs: 8am – 9pm
Fri and Sat: 8am – 10pm
Closed on Mondays
Nearest Station: Sixth Avenue

Photo Credit: Botanist Singapore Facebook

#9 THE BOTANIST

Opened by the folks behind Pacamara Boutique Coffee Roasters and Alchemist, The Botanist boasts a relaxing ambience with both outdoor and indoor seating arrangements.

The popular Who Spill The Jam (S$19) is an Instagram-worthy French toast which features Brioche French toast, summer berries, berries compote and vanilla ice cream.

The Botanist
74 Neil Road
Singapore 088839
Tel: +65 9362 9948
Tue to Sun: 9am – 6pm
Closed on Mondays
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#10 WILDSEED CAFÉ & BAR

Located on the ground floor of The Summerhouse Dining Room, Wildseed Café whips up hearty lunch and brunch dishes during the day and transforms into a casual bar with a delectable grill selection in the evening.

The picturesque café’s bestseller, Wagyu Beef Burger (S$19) is filled with robust flavours that will satisfy your burger cravings.

Wildseed Café & Bar
3 Park Lane
Singapore 798387
Tel: +65 6262 1063
Daily: 9am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Punggol

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One of the newest and most happening cafes in town now is Boufe at Phoenix Park, and if you are scratching your head over what it means and how to pronounce, Boufe is quite essentially made up from the words ’boutique’ and ‘cafe’. Read it as boo-fay.

So how does this deal work? Boufe comprises a cafe section (that is split to indoor and al fresco areas) and a mini boutique where popular online brand Ohvola is stocked at.

The clean white spaces are brilliantly utilised with minimalistic furniture, a coffee bar, and a beautiful outdoor seating area that will have you surrounded by lush greenery and the freshest air. We love how the compound has so many photo spots, and it is easily the nicest space among the recent new cafes in Singapore. Its menu is also no less impressive.

The Triple B (S$21) is an evident crowd favourite. Quite essentially your big breakfast, this is a hearty portion of sausages, streaky bacon, sautéed mushrooms, homemade buttery croissants with scrambled eggs, and lots of greens.

Then, there is the Eggs Benedict (S$16). This is a pretty affordable option – with a generous portion of homemade brioche with honey baked ham and perfectly poached eggs with a runny center, generously drizzled with creamy hollandaise sauce that is made in-house. You may say Eggs Benedict is too overrated, but some classics stay gold and a marvellous rendition like Boufe’s is always welcomed.

How about some Brioche French Toast (S$14) for a weekend treat? With the same homemade soft brioche, it stands tall and proud with cream Chantilly, fresh berries and maple syrup.

Now, now. For the sugar addicts. Boufe has a selection of gorgeous macarons to offer, and every piece is handcrafted fresh daily. Choose from an assortment of flavours at S$3.30 each. And on to the cakes, the Strawberry Shortcake (S$8) is a beautiful one that is highly popular.

But above them all, we have to tell you that the Citron Tart (S$5.50) is well worth a shot. We are usually picky about our citrus desserts, but Boufe’s version has won our hearts and we are looking forward to returning for more tart and citrusy goodness.

Boufe Cafe
308 Tanglin Road
Phoenix Park
Tel: +65 6734 7656
Tue to Sun: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard/Redhill

For more recommendations, read our guide to the best cafes that you do not want to miss in Singapore.