Top Family-Friendly Riverside Restaurants in Singapore

Parenting highlights top family-friendly riverside restaurants in Singapore for weekend dining with kids.

Best family-friendly riverside 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!

Best for: Mexican food and a weekend family brunch by the riverWhere: Super Loco, 60 Robertson Quay, #01-13 The Quayside, Singapore 238252Opening hours: Mon-Wed 5-11pm; Thu 11.30am-11pm; Fri 11.30am-11.30pm; Sat 10am-11.30pm; Sun 10am-11pm

2. Carnaby

If you’re a fan of a great burger, we have exciting news for you! Food-truck innovators The Goodburger took over the former Three Buns Robertson Quay outlet to open Carnaby, a modern British restaurant headed by chef Adam Penney.

Expect elevated British comfort food, including burgers, Welsh rarebit, pies and a popular Sunday roast. Its location at The Quayside makes it a convenient stop for a family meal before or after a walk along the river. Take note that Carnaby currently opens only for dinner from Tuesday to Friday, with earlier opening hours on weekends.

Best for: British comfort food, burgers and Sunday roastsWhere: Carnaby, 60 Robertson Quay, #01-01 The Quayside, Singapore 238252Opening hours: Tue-Fri 5-10pm; Sat and public holidays 11am-10pm; Sun 11am-3pm and 5-10pm; closed Mon

3. Merci Marcel

Like the other Merci Marcel outlets in Singapore, its Robertson Quay restaurant has a distinctive charm of its own. Set within a restored 19th-century warehouse, the space channels the breezy, laid-back atmosphere of the French Riviera.

The menu here was created in collaboration with renowned French chef Bruno Ménard, and our top picks include the Cévennes onion soup, wild porcini mushroom ravioli and chocolate espuma for dessert. We fell for its laid-back romantic sunset atmosphere but have also returned for a simple coffee-and-croissant breakfast - the perfect calm start to the day. Watch how we enjoyed the food on Instagram.

Best for: French dining, relaxed breakfasts and sunset mealsWhere: Merci Marcel, 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238236Opening hours: Mon-Tue 8am-10pm; Wed-Thu 8am-10.30pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11.30pm; Sun 8am-10pm

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. Coffee aficionados, grab a seat by the coffee bar, if you’ve registered for the Monthly Rotation Tastings to sip on their latest single origin coffee. Leave the kids to enjoy their breakfast tacos or a French toast.

Its early opening hours also make it a handy breakfast stop before a family walk or scoot along the river. Just bear in mind that the cafe closes earlier on weekdays.

Best for: Specialty coffee and an early family breakfast by the riverWhere: Toby’s Estate, 8 Rodyk Street, Singapore 238216Opening 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.

Best for: Serious coffee and a hearty brunch near Robertson QuayWhere: Common Man Coffee Roasters, 22 Martin Road, #01-00, Singapore 239058Opening 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!

Best for: Big Australian breakfasts, live sports and families with scootersWhere: Boomarang, 60 Robertson Quay, #01-15 The Quayside, Singapore 238252Opening hours: Daily 6am-3am

7. Carrotsticks and Cravings

If you’re looking for fresh juices, colourful salads and space for the kids to scoot while you dine, Carrotsticks and Cravings is the riverside cafe 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. pitstop during a family walk along the Singapore River.

Best for: Healthy brunches, fresh juices and relaxed riverside diningWhere: Carrotsticks and Cravings, 7 Rodyk Street, #01-34, Singapore 238215Opening hours: Daily 7.30am-5pm

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8. Baker & Cook at the Asian Civilisations Museum

Baker & Cook has taken over the former Privé space at the Asian Civilisations Museum, bringing its hearty breakfasts, pastries and family-friendly cafe fare to the banks of the Singapore River. It’s an especially convenient place to refuel before or after visiting the museum with the kids.

The menu includes breakfast favourites, local flavours, pizzas, sharing plates and more. We love how they even have local coffee options by Kim Guan Guan Coffee. Sit indoors to escape the heat or grab a table on the outdoor terrace for views across the river. Its early opening hours also make it a handy breakfast stop before exploring the Civic District.

Best for: Breakfast, freshly baked treats and a meal after visiting the museumWhere: Baker & Cook, 1 Empress Place, #01-02 Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore 179555Opening hours: Daily 8am-10pm

9. BYD by 1826

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.

Best for: Car-loving kids, affordable lunch sets and Boat Quay viewsWhere: BYD by 1826, 33/34 Boat Quay, Levels 1-3, Singapore 049822Opening hours: Mon-Thu 11.30am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11.30am-12am; Sun 11.30am-11pm

10. Dumpling Darlings

Dumpling Darlings isn’t directly beside the river, but its Circular Road outlet is only a short walk from Boat Quay. The manga-inspired spot is run by the same team behind Lola’s Cafe, and they serve nothing but freshly wrapped dumplings and noodles.

The Braised Pork Noodles topped 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.

Best for: Handmade dumplings, noodles and a casual meal near Boat QuayWhere: Dumpling Darlings, 86 Circular Road, Singapore 049438