Planning to chill by the river over the weekend? Here are some fantastic family-friendly riverside restaurants in Clarke Quay, Boat Quay and Robertson Quay
We’re always on the hunt for the best kid-friendly restaurants and cafes in Singapore. (Bonus points for any kids eat free deals!). But what if you’re in the mood for a Saturday brunch by the water, or a weekend stroll by the river followed by a cafe pitstop? The Singapore River is the scene of many a happy afternoon scooting with the kids – and we’re thankful to have so many fab spots for families along its banks! So, we’ve pulled together the ultimate guide to restaurants on the river for the hungry family in Singapore. Read on for our favourite kid-friendly restaurants in Clarke Quay, Boat Quay and Robertson Quay.
Best riverside family-friendly restaurants in Robertson Quay
1. Super Loco
Super Loco is definitely one of our top riverside dining spots. The outdoor tables populated by strollers and kids zipping around on scooters are already a good sign. But step inside this bright and cheery Robertson Quay restaurant on a weekend and you’ll see why it’s such a hit. We love the technicolour decor, abundance of highchairs and brilliant brunch menu. Kids will love the scrambled egg with soldiers and the blueberry pancakes, as well as the Tacos on the kids menu. For us grown-ups? We love the hearty Super Brekkie Burrito, think pork chorizo, eggs, and corn in a tortilla. Hit up the Sunday Roast menu for a full feast with Mexican-spiced chicken or wagyu, alongside a spread of moreish sides. Bring the whole fam for this one!
Where: Super Loco, 60 Robertson Quay, #01-13 The Quayside, Singapore 238252
Opening hours: Mon – Wed 5pm – 11pm, Thu 11.30am – 11pm, Fri 11.30am – 11.30pm, Sat 110am – 11.30pm, Sun 10am – 11pm
2. Carnaby
If you’re a fan of a great burger, then we have exciting new for you! Food truck innovators The Goodburger have taken over the former Three Buns Robertson Quay outlet with a brand new British burger joint called Carnaby. Headed up by former Potato Head executive chef Adam Penney, expect elevated classic British comfort food at this restaurant in Robertson Quay. Sink your teeth the signature Carnaby Burger, crafted with Australian beef patties, pillowy soft buns, the secret Carnaby sauce and strong cheddar cheese. The same cheese is used in the Welsh Rarebit, a British take on cheese toast that sounds super moreish. Pie fans will want to to taste the Steak and Guinness paired with seasonal veggies, or the smoky fish pie that blends three different fish – sounds delicious!
Where: Carnaby, 60 Robertson Quay, #01-01, Singapore 238252
Opening hours: Tue 5pm – 10pm, Wed – Fri 12–2.30 pm, 5–10 pm, Sat 11 am–3 pm, 5–10:30 pm, Sun 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm. Closed Mon
3. Merci Marcel
This may be the brand’s fifth outlet, but, like the rest, it comes with its own distinctive charm. Merci Marcel at Robertson Quay channels a French riviera charm within a restored 19th century warehouse. This new menu was crafted in collaboration with renowned French chef Bruno Menard and our top picks are the Cevennes onion soup, the wild porcini mushroom ravioli, and the chocolate espuma for dessert. We fell for the laid-back romantic charm at sunset, and have returned for a simple coffee and croissant breakfast, the perfect calm to start the day. Watch how we enjoyed the food here.
Where: Merci Marcel, 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238236
Opening hours: Daily 8am – 12am
4. Toby’s Estate
This is one of our favourite spots along the river for good coffee and views. At Toby’s Estate, the sparkling river is always in sight, whether you sit indoors or out. But for coffee aficionados, your seat is at the coffee bar, especially if you’ve registered for the Monthly Rotation Tastings to sip on their latest single origin coffees. Leave the kids to enjoy their breakfast tacos or a French toast while you savour the aroma of fresh coffee.
Where: Toby’s Estate, 8 Rodyk St, Singapore 238216
Opening hours: Mon – Fri 7am -3pm, Sat – Sun 7.30am – 5pm
5. Common Man Coffee Roasters
A short stroll away from the river and you’ll find Common Man Coffee Roasters, which simply had to be included as one of the top kid-friendly restaurants in Clarke Quay. CMCR boasts arguably one of the BEST coffee in Singapore, which isn’t really a surprise given its owned by the same peeps as 40 Hands in Tiong Bahru. The food is just as incredible as the caffeine – we personally love the Marmite mushrooms! If you have small kids, opt for a seat indoors away from the roadside. Our tip: leave the pram at home as it’s up a flight of stairs.
Where: Common Man Coffee Roasters, 22 Martin Road #01-00, Singapore 239058
Opening hours: Daily 7.30am – 6pm
6. Boomarang
Boomarang is a bit of an institution with the family breakfast crowd in Singapore. Not only does it serve good, honest Aussie food, but the kids’ menu at this Robertson Quay restaurant is printed on a colouring sheet, too. The restaurant’s massive frontage means that it’s nice and roomy (read: plenty of pram parking space), and you’ll easily score a table outside with a view of the river. Make sure to bring your scooters for your kids to burn up all that excess energy. And if brunch turns into lunch, hubby can catch the footy or tennis on the big screen. Hands down the best chicken Parmigiano in Singapore, and the Bondi breakfast spread fills more than one hungry tummy!
Where: Boomarang, 60 Robertson Quay, #01-15 The Quayside, Singapore, 238252
Opening hours: Daily 6am – 3am
7. Carrotsticks and Cravings
If you’re looking for fresh juices, delicious salads, and space for the kids to scoot and play while you dine, then Carrotsticks and Cravings is the riverside restaurant spot for you! Perfectly positioned on a corner block of Robertson Quay with pretty river views, we can’t resist stopping in here when we’re out on a river walk. Always fresh and tasty, this Aussie-inspired cafe can get very busy at peak times so get there early to grab a table! Breakfast starts from 7:30am.
Where: Carrotsticks and Cravings, 7 Rodyk Street, #01-34, Singapore 238215
Opening hours: Daily 7.30am – 5pm
Best riverside family-friendly restaurants in Boat Quay
8. Privé at the Asian Civilisations Museum (rebranding to Baker & Cook)
Privé at ACM is the perfect spot to refuel if you are hitting the museum circuit with the kiddos. But it is also a fabulous dining destination in its own right with its light, cool interiors and breezy outdoor deck with river views. The kids’ menu is awesome with classics like breakfast of champions: scrambled cage-free eggs on multigrain toast and a choice of ham or salmon. We have it on good authority that the cupcakes and the ride-on cars in the courtyard have the power to squeeze out at least another hour of museum time… Watch the Privé Facebook page for specials for kids during school holidays.
Where: Prive at the Asian Civilisations Museum, #01-02, 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
Opening hours: Daily 9am – 9.30pm
9. BYD by 1826, Boat Quay
Nestled within one of the shophouses facing the Singapore River, BYD by 1826 offers one of the most affordable lunch sets in town, starting at just $9.90! Although you won’t see their high-tech electric cars here, you’ll experience one of the world’s first BYD themed restaurants — that might excite the car-loving little ones.
Where: BYD by 1826 – Boat Quay, 33/34 Boat Quay, Level 1- 3, Singapore 049822
Opening hours: Sun – Thu 11.30am – 11pm, Fri -Sat 1.30am – 12am
10. Dumpling Darlings
A manga-inspired spot that’s sure to delight the little ones, even though it doesn’t offer riverside dining. Dumpling Darlings, run by the same team behind Lola’s Cafe, serves nothing but dumplings and noodles, freshly made and wrapped everyday. The Braised Pork Noodles topped with a hanjuku egg or onsen egg, is a popular choice for its moreish mix of shredded pork ragu, bacon sofrito, and soy tare. If the kiddos just want dumplings, there’re eight variants to choose from, our go-tos are the Spicy Sichuan and The Original, including a Dessert Dumpling, served with ice cream they cannot resist.
Where: Dumpling Darlings, 86 Circular Rd, Singapore 049438
Opening hours: Mon – Sat 11 am–3 pm, 5.30–10.30 pm. Closed Sun.
11. Tong Xin Ru Yi Hotpot
There’s more to hotpot than Hai Di Lao in Singapore. Tong Xin Ru Yi is unique in that the broths come brimming with ingredients. Of course, you have the option of adding more proteins or vegetables if you wish. They serve the broth in traditional ring-shaped pots that come with a small chimney used to regulate heat when charcoal was use to fire the pots in the past. It’s a little pricey but the broth is rich and generously loaded. Choose any of the chicken broths for a warm comfort or the spicy soup if you’re up for some heat! Plus, if it’s your birthday, you’ll get a bowl of longevity noodles, on the house.
Where: Tong Xin Ru Yi Hotpot, 6 Lor Telok, Singapore 04901
Opening hours: Mon – Fri 11.30 am–3 pm, 5–10.30 pm, Sat – Sun 12pm – 10.30pm
Best riverside family-friendly restaurants in Clarke Quay
12. Brewerkz, Riverside Point
Pizza, fish and chips and burgers anyone? Every child’s dream dinner comes true with Brewerkz’ kiddy meal offerings. Waltz down to Brewerkz, a popular Clarke Quay restaurant and let your littlies indulge in some robust American fare! You’ll probably be feeling charitable after a rack of baby back ribs, so splash out for the rainbow cake for dessert. Not a crumb will remain at this riverside dining stalwart.
Where: Brewerkz, #01-05/06 Riverside Point, 30 Merchant Road, Singapore 058282
Opening hours: Daily 12pm – 12am
13. IL Clay Supper Club
Riverside dining with award-winning neopolitan pizza? Yes please! IL Clay Supper Club is the brainchild of acclaimed Italian pizzaiolo Ciro Sorrentino, who was awarded Two Slices in Gambero Rosso International, Italy’s most respected gourmet guide. His restaurants are also found among the Top 50 in the Pizza Asia-Pacific list. Here at the Clarke Quay restaurant, you won’t go wrong with the tomato-based Margherita and kids will love the 6 Cheese & Honey or the 100 Layers Lagsana topped with crispy parmesan cheese. All pizza are freshly made and baked in the wood-fired oven, that’s why they are so light and fluffy!
Where: Il Clay Supper Club, Blk D, 3D River Valley Rd, #01-04 Clarke Quay, 179023
Opening hours: Mon – Thu 12–2:30 pm, 5:30–11 pm, Fri 12–2:30 pm, 5:30–2am, Sat 11am -1am, Sun 11am – 11pm
14. Tsui Wah Hong Kong Cafe
With items like condensed milk buns and mac and cheese, Tsui Wah is a fuss-free place to eat with kids. We also mean, kids don’t make a fuss at this Hong Kong cafe! Dishes from the kids menu are smaller in sizes, perfect for the little hands. But if you’ve got a big eater, there’s loads of rice and noodle items to choose from. Our favourite from this Clarke Quay restaurant is the BBQ Pork Scrambled Egg Rice. Think luscious pieces of BBQ pork that melts in your mouth and the silky smooth scrambled eggs.
Where: Tsui Wah Hong Kong Cafe, 6 Eu Tong Sen St, #01-08, Singapore 059817
Opening hours: Sun – Thu 8am – 10pm, Fri – Sat 8am – 2am
15. The Malayan Settlement
This western-styled restaurant in Clarke Quay serves up classics, some of which come with a local twist. Instead of prata, there’s Prawn Prata with sweet prawn and yuzu guacamole. And there’s also Nasi Lemak Risotto, complete with ikan bilis and sambal. For dessert, finish with a Chocolate Oovalmaltine cake or a huge shake that the kids will go nuts over!
Where: The Malayan Settlement, 3 River Valley Rd, Blk B, #1-03, Singapore 179021
Opening hours: Mon – Thu 11am- 11pm, Fri 11am – 1am, Sat 9am – 1am, Sun 9am – 11pm
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