Cluny Food Court is the first-ever food court by Les Amis Group and there are 6 different concepts including Mui Kee Express, Laifaba Express, Piccante Pronto, S’MAO Barbecue, Project Penyek by Ansar and Cluny Drinks Stall.

Located at 1J Cluny Road (near to Raffles Building at Nassim Gate entrance), it will offer all-day casual dining options for visitors to Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Photo credit: Mui Kee

Cluny Food Court has 6 different concepts:

• Laifaba Express
• Piccante Pronto
• Mui Kee Express
• S’MAO Barbecue
• Project Penyek by Ansar
• Cluny Drinks Stall

Some of the highlights at this atas food court include Laifaba’s signature Charcoal Roasted Bu Jian Tian Wanton Noodles (S$8), Piccante Pronto’s Margherita Pizza (S$12.50 for a 9″ pizza), Mui Kee Express’s famous Congee (S$7.80), S’MAO Beef Burger (S$12), and Project Penyek by Ansar’s Nasi Ayam Penyet (S$6.50).

To celebrate its opening, Cluny Drinks Stall is offering S$1 deals from 01 to 07 November 2021.

Make sure to check out Cluny Food Court the next time you are visiting Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Cluny Food Court
1J Cluny Road
Singapore 259607

Prairie by Craftsmen is a new cafe & restaurant at Cluny Court near Botanic Gardens which has an outdoor alfresco dine-in concept, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Opened by Craftsmen Specialty Coffee, the new concept took over the former premise of Bar Bar Black Sheep at Cluny Court and they had a soft launch on 20 Jan 2021.

Prairie by Craftsmen has a rather extensive menu. There is a selection of breakfast options as well as pastas and mains including Duck Confit, Ribeye Steak and Fish & Chips.

Photos credit: Prairie by Craftsmen

If you are heading over to Prairie by Craftsmen in the afternoon, do note that the kitchen will be closed from 3pm to 5pm, with the last order for lunch at 2.30pm. In that period of time, drink, pastry and cake will still be available for order. Their dinner service will resume at 5pm.

Prairie by Craftsmen
Cluny Court #01-05C, beside Botanic Garden MRT, Exit A

Side walkway via Cluny basement parking entrance
Tel: +65 6972 9142

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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Popular Hong Kong congee stall, Mui Kee, has opened a pop-up restaurant in Singapore. In partnership with Les Amis Group, the Hong Kong institution will start a six month-long pop-up at Casa Verde in Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Mui Kee itself has a long and rich heritage, but what draws its customer fan base is the unique taste and texture of the congee itself. Using fish broth, pork bones and other ingredients like century egg, this congee takes comfort food to a whole new level. Those familiar with the name would know just how amazing their fish broth porridge is, and for those who are not, just imagine silky-smooth, velvety congee that brims with flavour.

This is comfort food like you have never had before, and if you ever needed a solid pick-me-up on a cold rainy day (or any day) then Mui Kee is definitely one to consider.

At Mui Kee’s pop-up, diners can choose from eight different types of congee that are popular among Mui Kee’s Hong Kong customers. They feature ingredients such as dace fish belly sautéed with rice wine, meatballs, pig’s innards and sliced beef.

The plain congee is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal—the fluffy, smooth texture is second to none. Meanwhile, the delicious fish stock adds a sweet and savoury aroma that makes the congee anything but plain.

The Cantonese-style porridge is available only in sets here, priced at S$12.50 and S$14.50.

Photo Credit: Muikee.com.sg

Apart from congee as the main dish, each set comes with crispy dough fritters and sliced century eggs topped with preserved ginger. Diners can also select other side dishes such as drunken chicken (S$10) and blanched kai lan (S$7).

Mui Kee is slated to open its own proper restaurant at the end of the year, with a fuller range of congee choices. For now, you can head to Mui Kee’s pop-up restaurant at Casa Verde. Do note that the congee will be available only during breakfast and lunch.

Mui Kee (Pop-Up restaurant) at Casa Verde
1 Cluny Rd
Singapore Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Sun 7.30am - 3pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

Bee’s Knees at The Garage, nestled within Singapore Botanic Gardens, is a hideout away from the hustle and bustle of the city that allows you to dine within lush greenery, which makes it a perfect spot for weekend brunch.

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.

Walk up a small pathway to a historical building which is home to two dining establishments—Bee’s Knees on the ground level and Botanico at the Garage right above.

Running a semi-self service concept, visitors have to make their orders at the counter and pick up the food at the collection point. No service charge is included in your bill.

You can choose to sit in the alfresco area during fine weather with your fur kids or head indoors to dine in an air-conditioned room.

We enjoyed the buttery Tiger Prawns (S$18+) pasta, which was full flavoured and came with plenty of juicy prawns and cherry tomatoes.

Waffles at Bee’s Knees are extremely photogenic and we decided to go for the Caramelised Apples, Greek Yoghurt and Cranberries waffle. Those who prefer soft Belgium waffles as opposed to crispy ones will enjoy this.

Good for sharing, and you can expect a combination of sweet and sour tones from the fruits and greek yoghurt.

Other dishes on the menu include Carnivore Pizza (S$25+), Truffle Carbonara Pasta (S$18+) and Beef Cheek Bolognese (S$16+). Dessert options include cake, churros and a variety of ice cream flavours.

Bee’s Knees (Level 1, The Garage)
50 Cluny Park Road
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Singapore 257488
Tel: +65 6264 7978
Tue to Sun: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

Julee is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She is an advocate of travel and hopes to visit Iceland someday. She enjoys having a good conversation over tea and a slice of cake. There are two things in the world she cannot live without—food and humour.

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Words by Ms Skinnyfat, photos by ladyironchef.

Singaporeans are a disgruntled lot. We complain about everything under the sun, and about the sun as well! The weather is too hot and humid for anything outdoors and so we hide in the air conditioned comforts of shopping malls. Then we bemoan the lack of things to do. This never ends, does it? Why not bear the heat, explore the green spaces we have and marvel at the beauty of nature? You may even find some hidden surprises.

Casa Verde is one of those surprises. Very few dining establishments can boast of being at the doorsteps of nature. What’s more? It is located in the heart of the city, nestled in a quiet corner of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. The vibe is relaxed, with pets roaming freely in the alfresco area and people chilling after a hike in the park.

Breakfast (served from 7.30am to 11am daily) is a casual semi self-serve affair where you place your orders at the counter and wait to be served. We took refuge in cosy indoor section to escape the sweltering heat while waiting.

I’m always fearful of eating carbonara because the cream sauce could be rather overwhelming if not done well. However, Casa Verde’s version (S$15) kept us going on till none was left. The cream, egg and Parmesan mix is drier as compared to most but it was just sufficient to coat each strand of spaghetti to give it a flavorful burst.

Breakfast is never complete with eggs. I can never say no to a gourmet breakfast with scrambled eggs (S$15) because it provides a great variety of ingredients. Even though the eggs weren’t sufficiently creamy or buttery, I love the juicy Cumberland sausage and flavorful back bacon. The portions were huge for the price we paid.

The slightly doughy Italian thin crust pizza was very decent as well. We had the pizza frutti di mare (S$23), which came with fresh chunks of scallop, squid and shrimp on a tomato salsa base. This is perfect picnic food. Grab a few friends, lay out the red and white checkered mat on the luxuriant green and enjoy a good conversation over wine and pizza. Life is too short to be stuck in overcrowded shopping malls.

Sunnies up folks! It’s time to stop and smell the roses.

Casa Verde
1 Cluny Road
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Tel: +65 6467 7326

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Food For Thought Cafe is one of those places that immediately come to mind whenever someone asks me to recommend a place that serves decent food at affordable prices.

They have recently closed down their original branch at North Bridge Road, and shifted to a much bigger location at Singapore Botanic Gardens. Well, it is probably an understatement to say that it is much bigger. The new outlet can easily accommodate more than 200 people. This is definitely great news for regulars who always frequent the cafe.

Food For Thought (FFT) Cafe at Botanic Gardens is slightly different from both the North Bridge Road and 8Q SAM Queen Street outlets. They have a self-service system where you order and pay at the cashier, and the staff will serve the food to the table.

We were there for brunch recently, and while it was tempting to get extra portions, we decided to order sensibly because we were heading to Brunetti for desserts.

The menu has quite a fair selection of everything: from Salads ($10) like Chicken Caesar and Juicy Portobello; to Pastas ($12-17) like Lemon Butter Mushroom Linguine and Spicy Beef Linguine; to Grilled Burgers ($8-12) like the Classic Beef and Cheese Burger; to Mains ($20-23) like Baby Back Ribs and Pan-Seared Salmon; and desserts ($4-7) like Red Velvet Cake and Hazelnut & Chocolate Cake.

In addition to the ala carte menu, they also have a brunch menu and it’s easy to see why it is so popular. The brunch is just $8 for any three items and you can choose from items like Grilled Mushrooms, Hash Brown, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, and Sausage.

The food that we had in general was decent, nothing to write home about. I enjoyed the Creamy Pulled Pork Linguine ($16), while the Grilled Basil Pesto Chicken Burger ($9) and Eggs with mushroom & sausages ($8 for any three items) were okay.

The highlight was definitely the Dark Chocolate & Raspberries Pancakes ($12). In fact, I’ll go so far as to say that they have one of the best pancakes in Singapore.

Some of the other pancakes on the menu (from $8-13) include: Mixed Berries, Banana & Walnut, Hazelnut Chocolate and Granola.

Food For Thought at Singapore Botanic Gardens is an ideal place for weekend brunch; you can take a nice stroll in the park after having scrambled eggs and sausages, with a cup of coffee. Moreover, most of the dishes are priced very reasonably. I am sure the new outlet will become very popular in no time.

Food For Thought
1 Cluny Road #B1-00
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Tel: +65 6338 4848
Near Tanglin Gate, Opposite Gleneagles hospital

For more recommendations, read my list of Best Cafes in Singapore

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