Fancy a walk, great coffee or food in the Botanic Gardens?

If you haven’t had a walk in a while, the plants, scenery and food in the Singapore Botanic Gardens are good enough reasons to head there for a stroll – or perhaps even a picnic! Don’t forget Cluny Court; this boutique shopping centre sits just on the edge of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and right next to the Botanic Gardens MRT. Cluny Court is brimming with pretty cafes for coffee, croissants and pastries, breakfasts and other delicious food options – here are a few recommendations!

7 recommendations for cafes for coffee and food near the Botanic Gardens

Bao Makers (#01-04A)

Pick up your Bao Makers Party Box from Cluny Court just before heading over to the lush Botanic Gardens. Just minutes away, it’s the perfect setting to lay out your spread, share soft baos, and unwind under the trees – turning a quick walk into a relaxed, delicious picnic escape.

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Tiong Bahru Bakery (#01-05A)

We love popping into Tiong Bahru Bakery at Cluny Court – who can get enough of the store’s buttery croissants, flaky pain au chocolat and the cult-favourite Kouign Amann, all paired with freshly brewed coffee by Common Man Coffee Roasters? This cafe has been at Cluny Court since late 2023, offering consistently good French artisanal bakes, coffee and cosy vibes. Whether you’re grabbing a pastry to-go or settling in after your walk, you know you’re in for delicious food near the Botanic Gardens.

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Meat Co. (#01-04B)

No picnic in the Botanic Gardens is complete without a delicious charcuterie spread! Create your perfect platter to share at deli and butcher shop Meat Co. at Cluny Court filled with your favourite premium cold cuts, cheeses, berries and crunchy nuts. Or why not go for one of their new, easy-to-take-away “charcuterie cones” filled with all the nibbles in a portion for one – perfect as a snack on the go. Don’t forget to pair it with a bottle of wine from the deli’s fine collection!

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Brill (#01-01C)

Need a post-walk pick-me-up? Cosy alfresco cafe Brill has you covered with delicious coffee, healthy sandwiches, fresh fruits, homemade yoghurt, dessert pots and freshly baked bread straight from the Simply Bread bakery upstairs! It’s a go-to for locals and tourists looking for delicious food near the Botanic Gardens with a laid-back, breezy vibe. It’s also great for soaking in the greenery and people-watching!

brill.com.sg

Plain Vanilla (#01-03A)

If, like us, you have a soft spot for historical architecture, you’ll appreciate Plain Vanilla’s colonial-inspired entrance that blends in with the Cluny Court building. (IG fans will definitely want to take some cafe shots here!) Beyond the pretty exterior, it’s also a prime spot to unwind with homely cakes and pastries made from scratch with old-but-gold preparation methods.

plainvanilla.com.sg

Da Paolo Gastronomia (#01-01)

This two-in-one gourmet cafe and retail store emphasises all-natural flavours and fine ingredients from Europe, and is a handy place to pick up a quick, convenient and high-quality meal. If you have a sweet tooth, Da Paolo’s freshly baked pastries are hard to resist. Thanks to a perfected recipe and premium French butter, their croissants (like the Almond Croissant and the Pistachio-topped Croissant) are now flakier, lighter and more indulgent than ever. Grab yourself a few – perfectly paired with some Italian-roasted coffee – for a delightful breakfast or picnic in the Botanic Gardens!

dapaolo.com.sg

An Nyeong (#01-02B)

Craving Korean street food near the Botanic Gardens? Swing by An Nyeong for your fix of authentic favourites like gimbap in a number of varieties, including tuna mayo, chicken and beef bulgogi, plus fiery red chilli tteokbokki and comforting “cup bab” – essentially bibimbap served in a convenient bowl. Grab a seat at the wooden tables outside or take your meal to go for a Korean-style picnic.

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Cluny Court is at 501 Bukit Timah Road. For more info, visit clunycourt.com.

This article about food in the Botanic Gardens for a picnic first appeared in the May 2026 issue of Expat Living magazine. You can buy the latest mag or an annual subscription, or read the digital version for free now.

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