Here's your ULTIMATE guide to great family-friendly brunches in Singapore – with free-flow food, fab coffee and even great views!
We’ve given you the run-down on the best afternoon tea in Singapore. And you’re more than sorted with our guide to the best kid-friendly restaurants in Singapore. But how about the very best free-flow bubbly buffet brunches? Well, we’ve got you covered on that front, too.
Need to take the kids along? No prob. These brunches at Singapore’s top hotels, cafes and restaurants will indulge the little ones while you concentrate on all-you-can-eat eggs and buckets of freshly roasted coffee (read: extra-strong Bloody Marys). Sorry kids, but Sunday fun-day ain’t only for you!
Note: Prices accurate at time of publishing, but may change without prior notice.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY HOTEL BRUNCHES IN SINGAPORE
1. Grand Sunday Champagne Brunch at Estate, Hilton Singapore Orchard
This is one of our fave family-friendly Sunday brunch venues in town. Head to Estate at Hilton Singapore Orchard and indulge in all of your brunch favourites (freshly shucked oysters, sushi, and sashimi, and roast beef, just to name a few), and whatever you do, make sure you sample the signature black truffle duck – it is divine. On top of the fabulous food and bubbles, keep an eye out for the roving illusionist, who’ll be performing some gasp-out-loud magic tricks performed at your table that the whole fam will enjoy! There’s even a kids’ room set up with easels and canvasses for budding artists; and toys and games for little ones.
Where: Estate, Level 5, Hilton Singapore Orchard, 333 Orchard Road, Singapore 238867
When: Sundays, 12-3pm
Brunch prices: From $158++ per adult, $79++ per child (aged six to 12; children aged five and below dine for free)
2. Epicure Sunday Brunch at Food Capital, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore
With 18 food stations and a wide variety of dishes, Food Capital at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore’s Epicure Sunday Brunch is bound to please even the picky eaters. You and the kids will be spoilt for choice with the popular seafood-on-ice selection, succulent meat (Wagyu ribeye, Australian lamb rack, and pan-fried foie gras, just to name a few) from its Josper grill, as well as traditional Awadhi dishes prepared by the team from the hotel’s North Indian restaurant SanSara. And that’s not all, Food Capital’s Sunday brunch has a dedicated kids’ corner, complete with a specially curated menu filled with exclusive treats for the little ones, including all-time kids’ favourites, a popcorn and candy floss machine, as well as fun drawing activities to keep them entertained. Oh, and did we mention that kids below five dine for free too? Win-win!
Where: Food Capital, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore, 392 Havelock Road, Singapore 169663
When: Sundays, 12-3pm
Brunch prices: From $128++ per adult; $64++ per child (aged six to 12; children aged five and below dine for free)
3. Weekend brunch at One-Ninety, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
We love a little variety in life, and at One-Ninety, you get a good mix of local and western dishes for its weekend brunch! Expect a range of cold and warm salads, rich cooked seafood, as well as local and western live stations. Oh, and did we mention they have some of the best dessert spreads in town?
Where: One-Ninety, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, 190 Orchard Boulevard, Singapore 248646
When: Saturdays, 12-3pm
Brunch prices: From $128 per adult, $64 per child (aged six to 12; children aged five and below dine for free)
3. Joie de Vivre at La Brasserie, The Fullerton Bay Hotel
La Brasserie has it all: live seafood, champagne, charcuterie, and French cheese galore! Start with one of the restaurant’s welcome tipples, then move on to your preferred cold dishes and charcuterie. La Brasserie’s brunch specials are a must-haves, like the ocean and sand tart and wagyu skirt endive bundles. This weekend brunch also has an extensive live carving station serving generous portions of roast. And don’t forget to spoil yourselves with the variety of sweets!
Where: La Brasserie, The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore, 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Brunch prices: From $118++ per adult; $70++ per child (aged six to 11 years old; children aged five and below dine for free)
4. Champagne Brunch at Colony, The Ritz-Carlton Millenia, Singapore
The setting at Colony is a grand affair, and the hits just keep on coming, with the welcome addition of local iconic dishes such as chilli and pepper crab. Just to whet your appetite, current menu highlights include King Crab legs, slow-baked beef tomahawk, Balinese suckling pig, and Colony laksa (keep an eye out for new menu items). You’ll have to peel the kids away from the live conservatory kitchens where they’ll be enthralled by chefs preparing food right in front of their eyes.
Where: Colony, The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039799
When: Sundays, 12-3:30pm
Brunch prices: From $228 per adult; $114 per child (aged six to 12 years old); $57 per child (aged three to five years old)
5. Chefs-on-Show buffet at Beach Road Kitchen, JW Marriott Hotel Singapore
The weekend lunches at Beach Road Kitchen features its signature dining concept with a ‘Chefs-on-Show’ service to your table. There’s something for everyone, from seafood antipasti to truffle pizza and local faves like seafood laksa broth, as well as ribeye roast and tomahawk steak fresh from the grill. The best part? There’s pizza for the kids!
Where: Beach Road Kitchen, JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach, 30 Beach Road, Singapore 189763
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 12-2.30pm
Brunch prices: From 88++ per adult; $44++ per child (aged six to 12; children aged five and below dine for free)
6. Lazy Breakfast at Alley on 25, Andaz Singapore
Alley on 25 by Andaz Singapore does one incredible Lazy Breakfast that’s worth trekking to town for. The whole family can enjoy a sprawling breakfast buffet and one a la carte order. From 12pm to 2.30pm, choose from brekkie classics like eggs benedict with Sarawak black pepper crab, croissant sandwich with barbecued pork rump, full English or a local breakfast plate. The spread also includes a continental station for a variety of bread, gluten-free cereals, waffles, cold cuts, and superfoods at the salad bar. Wanna turn it into a free-flow boozy brekkie? Top up and sip on champagne, wines, Prosecco, and draught beer.
Where: Alley on 25, Andaz Singapore, 5 Fraser Street, Singapore 198354
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 12-2.30pm
Brunch prices: From $62++ per adult, $34++ per child (aged six to 12 years old; children aged five and below dine for free)
7. Sunday Brunch at The Edge, Pan Pacific Singapore
At The Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore, there is plenty of scrumptious sustenance to whet the appetites of the pickiest of eaters with its Sunday brunch buffet. Think freshly shucked oysters, 10 kinds of boutique cheeses, a Japanese street food station, sourdough pizzas, and local offerings such as slow cooked rendang lamb shank, and Indian curries – all of which are right up there with some of the best we’ve ever tasted.
Where: The Edge, Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore 039595
When: Sundays, 12-3pm
Brunch prices: From $138++ per adult; $69++ per child (aged six to 12 years old; children aged five and below dine for free)
FAMILY-FRIENDLY SUNDAY BRUNCH AT OUR FAVE SINGAPORE CAFÉS
8. Coastes at Sentosa
If a cosy beach vibe is your thing, then dig your toes in the sand and your fork in tasty a-la-carte brunch dishes at one of our favourite kid-friendly restaurant hangouts, Coastes on Sentosa. With direct beach access to Sentosa’s Siloso Beach, Coastes offers “a rustic charm and casual laid-back beach vibe where the sunbeds and deck chairs flow right to the water’s edge.” Meaning, you can watch the kids play in the sand while you enjoy premium beers, house pour spirits and tasty food at this breezy beach bar in Singapore!
Where: Coastes, 50 Siloso Beach Walk, #01-06, Singapore 099000
When: 11am – 9pm (Mondays – Thursdays); 11am – 10:30pm (Fridays); 9am – 10:30pm (Saturdays); 9am – 9pm (Sundays and public holidays)
9. Privé at Keppel Bay
If you like your pancakes with a view (of the beautiful Keppel bay), Privé Café is the brunch joint for you. Its home-style pancakes are fluffy stacks of goodness served with fresh strawberries, bananas, whipped cream, maple syrup, and honeycomb (which we totally love, of course!). There are even gluten-free options that are just as tasty and twice as healthy. Plus, it has a playground!
Where: Privé @ Keppel Bay, 2 Keppel Bay Vista, Singapore 098382
When: 9am – 10:30pm (weekdays); 8am – 10:30pm (weekends and public holidays)
10. PS.Cafe
PS.Cafe is an eternal brunch fave – it’s got an awesome range of food, but the truffle fries are truly moreish. We love the Harding Road branch, surrounded by all that lush greenery! Kids will love the grilled cheese, served with smoky tomato soup (wear your napkin like a bib as it will splatter everywhere!), smashed avocado on toast with a poached egg, Impossible sliders on brioche and of course the banana and berry pancakes for dessert.
Where: Various locations around Singapore
When: Check preferred outlet for opening times
11. Cafe Melba
Serving up breakfast and brunch favourites all day every day, Cafe Melba is a home away from home for many of us at HoneyKids HQ. Sip on your cappuccino and scoff down favourites such as eggs florentine (for a healthy kick!) or a full English if you’re really hungry. The kids’ menu includes French toast cubes, pancakes, a full English (in mini form!) and the usual faves such as pizza and pasta.
Where: Locations in Goodman Arts Centre, Mediapolis, and Mercure Singapore on Stevens
When: Daily (except Goodman Arts Centre – closed from Tuesdays to Thursdays); 8am-10pm (all outlets); 7am-11pm (Mercure Singapore on Stevens)
12. Boomarang
Enjoy authentic Aussie cuisine by the Singapore River by hitting up Boomarang! This charming cafe and bistro bar has a kids menu so even the little ones get to enjoy the grub from Down Under. If 6am is too early to be all sunshine and joy, the place also serves up some breakfast cocktails to perk you up and get crackin’ with the day. Oy oy oy indeed!
Where: Boomarang, The Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay, #01-15, Singapore 238252
When: Open daily 6-3am (you read that right – 3am!)
13. Common Man Coffee Roasters
Sometimes brunch just isn’t so great without good coffee… and that’s where Common Man Coffee Roasters comes in. Serving all-day breakfast with favourites such as fluffy pancakes, crunchy granola and kale and egg-white scramble, the coffee goes just right with the highlights on the menu. Food portions are on the larger side and you’ll likely need to split a dish or two with the munchkins. Get there early over the weekend otherwise you’ll get stuck sitting at a high table or at the bar – not the easiest for kiddos. But the coffee is worth it!
Where: Locations in Martin Road, Stanley Street, Joo Chiat, Sentosa, Alexandra and ION Orchard
When: Check preferred outlet for opening times
14. Carrotsticks & Cravings
Planning to go organic? Head to Carrotsticks & Cravings for açai bowls and avocado toast for breakfast and quinoa tarts and salads for lunch. Meanwhile, the kids will be kept happy and healthy with mini cupcakes, fruity popsicles and energy balls: they’ll need the fuel for all the running around they’ll be doing in the open spaces surrounding the place. It’s walk-in only though, folks: no reservations.
Where: Robertson Quay, 7 Rodyk St, #01-34, Singapore 238215; and 5 Stanley Street, #01-01, Singapore 068724
When: Open daily, 7.30am-5pm (Robertson Quay); 8am-5pm (Stanley)
15. OverEasy
OverEasy is perfect for people-watching, and this Fullerton address offers serious views… plus kid-friendly, American diner food. Think a full fry-up, New York-style loaded bagels, and pancakes galore… all with a side of a milkshake float! High chairs are available for tots, too.
Where: One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Road #01-06, Singapore 049213
When: Daily, 12-11pm (weekdays); 11am-11pm (weekends)
16. The Dempsey Project
Taking over the former Jones the Grocer site, The Dempsey Project has a huge food emporium at Dempsey. It’s our go-to for weekday takeaway coffee and weekend lazy breakfasts. And did we mention it’s a dog-friendly venue too? All the desserts are honestly so good that our kids actually eat them (instead of just the usual icing lick).
Where: Dempsey Hill, Block 9 Dempsey Road #01-12, Singapore 247697
When: Daily, 8am-9pm (Sundays to Thursdays); 8am-10:30pm(Fridays and Saturdays)
17. Baker & Cook
Baker & Cook has branches all over town, but our favourite has to be the one in Dempsey at the Core Collective. Brunch staples such as eggs, pancakes, French toast and bagels are all on the menu… but you’ll most definitely be tempted by the freshly baked breads and pastries!
Where: Various locations around Singapore
When: Check preferred outlet for opening times
18. Open Farm Community
One of our fave spots to take the kids for a feast is Open Farm Community. There’s a huge sandpit for the kids to play in, a garden, a collection of quirky sculptures, a Common Man roasters coffee shop (the Farmacy… yes, coffee is sometimes the medicine we all need!) and a sprawling green. The brunch menu includes eggs, sandwiches, healthy bowls, salads and a kids’ menu with all the favourites.
Where: 130E Minden Road, Singapore 248819
When: Weekend brunch at 11am-3:30pm
19. Nassim Hill Bakery Bistro Bar
Brunch is available until 3pm at Nassim Hill Bakery Bistro Bar, and the extensive menu includes eggs any which way! Also included are waffles, pancakes, French toast, granola… there’s something to suit each and every palate from picky eaters to more adventurous ones.
Where: Tanglin Post Office Building, 56 Tanglin Road #01-03, Singapore 247964
When: Daily except Mondays, 8am-10pm
20. Wild Honey
With multiple branches in Singapore (including Mandarin Gallery, Scott’s Square and South Beach), Wild Honey is a perennial Sunday brunch fave. With coffee from Common Man Coffee Roasters, the food menu has something for carnivores, herbivores (vegetarian and vegan) and pescatarians. Ask for a high chair for your tiny tot. Oh, and order a side of Brazilian bread – small dough balls with cheese inside!
Where: 333A Orchard Road, Mandarin Gallery #03-01/02, Singapore 238897; and 200 Middle Road, lyf Bugis #01-00, Singapore 188980
When: Check preferred outlet for opening times
21. Canopy
Here’s another family-friendly brunch option, this time with lush surrounds. Canopy offers up a scenic outdoor alfresco brunch with its classic eggs benedict and loads more, available until 2pm. Whether you like your sourdoughs or Brioche buns, Canopy has got it covered, cooked with a variety of flavoured sides like sausages and mushrooms. Oh! And did we mention that selected outlets have kids’ menu for children under nine? Surprise your kiddos with some delish kid-sized meals from the all-day dining menu. Score!
Where: Locations in Jurong Lake Gardens, Esplanade, Hortpark, Changi City Point, and Changi Village
When: Check preferred outlet for opening times
Happy brunching, folks!