4 Restaurants in Botanic Gardens, Singapore

Located a stone’s throw away from Singapore’s Orchard Road commercial district, the Botanic Gardens boasts over 10,000 species of flora, including the national flower, Vanda Miss Joaquim, among many others as part of the world’s largest orchid display. Founded in 1859 by the Agri-Horticultural Society, this grand old dame has blossomed from a once-disused plantation into the world-class recreational attraction that you see today. Take a break from the hectic pace of city life by going for a leisurely stroll amid verdant greenery, then join your friends for a round of ultimate frisbee before cooling off in front of the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage to live music from one of the concerts in its regular lineup. After the curtain call, head to a restaurant at the Botanic Gardens and treat yourself to some truly sensational eats. Doesn’t that sound like a day well spent?

For a tropical garden attraction like the Botanic Gardens, its restaurant variety sure offer more than you could ever bargain for. Looking for a quick coffee stop to refuel with coffee and a light meal? Bee’s Knees at The Garage is your answer, although those who prefer having a socially conscious approach in their dining might prefer Food For Thought. Love handmade Italian dishes with your dog for company? Check out Casa Verde, where your pooches get to stretch out beside you at the outdoor terrace as you dine. The humble ginger plant goes a long way at Halia, with its one-hectare plot that features more than 250 species of ginger. This is why it won’t take you long before you notice its distinctive flavour across the European-Asian fusion fare at this Botanic Gardens restaurant. Finally, you’ll want to save Corner House for that special anniversary or celebration, since this upscale Botanic Gardens restaurant is set in a colonial bungalow and features inventive dishes with global influences created by award-winning chef Jason Tan.