For the cafehopping mummy, having to bring the kids along for afternoon tea or brunch sessions with her fellow SAHMs might just be too much effort for her. Cosy cafes turn into obstacle courses when you have a pram on hand, and children who are bored start getting fussy.
Thankfully, there are more than a few cafes in Singapore that cater to this breed of customers. Even if mummy comes with her brood in tow, there are plenty of options to keep the children occupied, while she takes a breather in the company of other adults. For all other cafehoppers, these cafes might just bring out the inner child in you.
Baby chairs? Checked.
Kid-friendly food? Checked.
Entertainment for the kids? Most Definitely. CHECKED.
EATPLAYLOVE CAFE
credits to Eatplaylove Facebook/website
Enjoy some handicraft at this humble café with a Craft Corner entirely dedicated to patrons who would like to create a little something for themselves to bring home. Be surprised at what your minis can dream up with their imagination and watch while they get crafty with the free-flow art materials provided by the café.
Charges: Free flow use of craft materials – $5/first 2 hours on weekdays; $5/first hour on weekends, public holidays and school holidays; Subsequent 30min @ $2.50
Baby chair: Yes
Kids menu: Yes
Nearest Parking Space: Along Aliwal Street
Address: 28 Aliwal Street #01-07, Aliwal Arts Centre
Tel: 6444 6400
Opening Hours: 12pm-10pm (Mon, Wed-Sun)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatplaylovealiwal/
Website: http://www.eatplaylove.com.sg
FOOD FOR THOUGHT @ SINGAPORE BOTANIC GARDENS
credits to Food For Thought Facebook/website
Set in the lush greenery of Singapore Botanic Gardens, this space was designed with the family in mind. Large communal tables, generous aisles, and the kids will not be able to say no to the spacious outdoor playground. Bring a scooter or simply let them run free – plus it’s fully enclosed so you can keep an eye on them easily. For those who prefer to stay within the comforts of the air-conditioned area, colouring sheets are available upon request to keep the kids entertained.
Baby chair: Yes
Kids menu: No – but there are dishes recommended for kids
Nearest Parking Space: Basement carpark at Tanglin Gate
Address: 1 Cluny Road, Tanglin Gate #B1-00
Opening Hours: 8am-9pm (Mon-Sun)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FFTsg
Website: http://www.foodforthought.com.sg
SLAPPY CAKES @ THE GRANDSTAND
credits to Slappy Cakes Facebook/website
At Slappy Cakes, children can finally have a legitimate reason to play with their food. Offering a one-of-a-kind experience, diners can make their own pancakes right at their table by choosing from a smorgasbord of fixings and toppings.
Baby chair: Yes
Kids menu: Who needs a menu when you can make your own pancakes?
Nearest Parking Space: The Grandstand Carpark
Address: The Grandstand, 200 Turf Club Road #01-20/21
Tel: 6465 1814
Opening Hours: 10am-9.30pm (Tue-Fri), 8am-9.30pm (Sat-Sun)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SlappyCakesSG
Website: http://www.slappycakes.com.sg
SPRUCE @ PHOENIX PARK
credits to Spruce Facebook/website
Despite the sophisticated aura that the café exudes, it is a great family-friendly space. Feel as if you’re dining in a treehouse as you lounge in the alfresco area of Spruce. Kids can run about the shady outdoor playground as mummy enjoys a cup of coffee with her friends under the leafy veranda.
Baby chair: Yes
Kids menu: Yes
Nearest Parking Space: Carpark outside the café
Address: 320 Tanglin Road
Tel: 6836 5528
Opening Hours: 10.30am-10.30pm (Mon-Fri), 9am-10.30pm (Sat, Sun, PH)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SprucePhoenixPark
Website: http://www.spruce.com.sg
ROCHESTER HOUSE
credits to Rochester House Facebook/website
With The Playhouse taking up an entire bungalow with both outdoor and indoor play areas, it is obvious that Rochester House takes its role as a family-oriented café seriously. Tumble around, dress up, bounce on the trampoline or drive a choo-choo-train – the host of activities will leave kids clamouring for more. We can’t blame them if they want to stay on past dinner.
Charges: The Playhouse $8/hr or $10/2 hrs or $15 unlimited
Baby chair: Yes
Kids menu: Yes
Nearest Parking Space: Private Carpark at the house
Address: 7 Rochester Park
Tel: 6773 1312 (Rochester Café) / 6776 6683 (The Playhouse)
Opening Hours: 10am-8pm (Tue-Sun)
Website: http://www.rochesterhouse.com.sg/
RIDER’S CAFE
credits to Rider’s Cafe Facebook/website
Should you manage to score a seat at one of the most coveted brunch spots in Singapore, you’ll be glad to know that the kids have plenty of reasons to be excited too. A ride on a pony while daddy and mummy have their breakfast, how does that sound?
Charges: $10 for a pony ride at the Saddle Club (Sundays 10.30am-1pm)
Baby chair: Yes
Kids menu: Yes
Nearest Parking Space: Carpark right outside
Address: 51 Fairways Drive
Tel: 6466 9819
Opening Hours: 8am-9pm (Sun-Thu), 8am-10pm (Fri-Sat), Closed on Mon
Website: https://www.facebook.com/RidersCafe
Website: http://www.riderscafe.sg
Are there any other cafes that you like to bring your children to? We would love to hear about them!
