Hidden Brunch Gems in Orchard
Tired of the usual crowds at ION Orchard? If you’re searching for a quieter, more aesthetic brunch experience, you have to look a little closer. Orchard’s side streets and upper floors hold some of Singapore’s best-kept culinary secrets. Here are under-the-radar brunch spots that offer incredible food without the hour-long queue.
Gully Restaurant & Garden
Gully Restaurant & Garden (Photo by @gullysingapore)
Gully Restaurant & Garden is a standout brunch destination for those craving a bold, "Indian street food reimagined" experience. It’s best known for its Weekend Kebab Brunch Buffet, which features two hours of free-flow, chef-crafted kebabs, alongside signature modern tapas like Mutton Seekh Tacos and the fan-favorite Smoked Butter Chicken.
Gully Restaurant & Garden
10 Farrer Park Station Rd, Level 5, Singapore 217564
Merci Marcel Orchard
Merci Marcel (Photo by @mercimarcel)
Merci Marcel Orchard is a stunning "France-in-the-tropics" oasis that blends Bauhaus architecture with lush, Instagrammable greenery. This breezy lifestyle café is a top pick for its authentic French touch, featuring standout brunch classics like the Ravioles de Royans (cheesy French dumplings), buttery 100% French butter croissants, and the crowd-favorite Tarte Flambée.
Merci Marcel Orchard
390 Orchard Road, 01-03 Palais Renaissance, 390 Orchard Rd, #01 - 03 / 04, Singapore 238871
French Fold Orchard
French Fold (Photo by @thefrenchfold)
French Fold Orchard is a dedicated crêperie that brings a modern, soulful twist to traditional Breton buckwheat galettes. This second outlet is unique for its "Asian-influenced" exclusive menu, featuring bold flavors like the Yellow Curry Shrimp galette alongside the classic No. 4 (ham, mushroom, and Comté cheese).
French Fold Orchard
390 Orchard Rd, #01-02, Singapore 238871
FYP (For You People) Cafe Orchard Central
FYP (For You People) Cafe (Photo by @foryoupeople.sg)
FYP (For You People) Cafe is a creative collaboration between homegrown brands Big Big Fries and Whiskdom, offering a unique "glamping-style" brunch away from the street-level bustle. Its menu is a hit for those who love bold, fusion comfort food, headlined by their signature XXL handmade fries with torched mentaiko mayo, loaded bagels like the Truffle Beef Steak, and decadent lava cookies.
FYP (For You People) Cafe Orchard Central
181 Orchard Rd, #04-22 Orchard Central Singapore 238896
Estate
Estate (Photo by @eastetrestaurant)
Estate is a premier destination for those seeking a lavish, high-end buffet experience in the heart of the city. Its "Grand Sunday Champagne Brunch" is a standout, featuring an expansive "Lobster and Wagyu" theme that includes unlimited servings of grilled rock lobster, premium Western roasts like wagyu beef brisket, and a massive seafood-on-ice station with freshly shucked oysters.
Estate
333 Orchard Rd, Level 5, Singapore 238867
Poulet + Brasserie ION Orchard
Poulet + Brasserie (Photo by @sgpoulet)
Poulet + Brasserie offers a sophisticated yet accessible French-inspired brunch with a focus on modern comfort food. This "plus" concept elevates the brand’s signature roast chicken by incorporating a diverse brasserie menu, featuring standout dishes like the Signature Roast Chicken with creamy mushroom sauce and their popular French-style crepes.
Poulet + Brasserie ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn, #B3-21 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Rise Bakehouse TripleOne Somerset
Rise Bakehouse (Photo by @risebakehouse.sg)
Rise Bakehouse is a Korean-inspired, pastel-pink sanctuary that has become a viral favorite for its dreamy aesthetics and artisanal treats. While famous for its Instagrammable "fairytale" interiors, the cafe serves a legitimate all-day brunch menu headlined by signature Brown Butter Waffles and the Rise Breakfast, which features chicken bratwurst and perfectly cooked eggs. The true stars, however, are the dessert-adjacent brunch items like their diverse range of sliced teacakes (such as Raspberry Lychee Rose) and unique beverages like the Injeolmi Cream Latte.
Rise Bakehouse TripleOne Somerset
111 Somerset Rd, #01-05 TripleOne Somerset, Singapore 238164
Arteastiq Depatio
Arteastiq DePatio (Photo by @arteastiqdepatio)
Arteastiq DePatio is the brand's European street-style offshoot that trades velvet for a charming, rustic "outdoor patio" vibe—all within air-conditioned comfort. While its sister branch at Mandarin Gallery focuses on high tea, DePatio is a powerhouse for a hearty, savory brunch, specializing in wood-fired Al Taglio pizzas and modern European comfort plates like Pancetta Roast Pork Belly and Paccheri Beer Butter pasta.
Arteastiq Depatio
68 Orchard Road, #03-70/72, Plaza, Singapore 238839
Komyuniti Bar & Restaurant
Komyuniti Bar & Restaurant (Photo by @komyunitisingapore)
Komyuniti Bar & Restaurant is a vibrant, multi-functional urban oasis that offers a unique "social dining" brunch experience above the Orchard skyline. The menu is an eclectic fusion of East and West, featuring affordable yet creative small plates like Salmon Poké with onion crackers, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, and their signature Roasted Pork Belly with apple sauce.
Komyuniti Bar & Restaurant
366 Orchard Rd, Level 10 YOTEL, Singapore 238904
FLNT
FLNT (Photo by @flnt.sg)
FLNT is Singapore’s only Nikkei-influenced sumiyaki bar and grill, offering a high-altitude brunch experience with breathtaking 360-degree views of the city skyline. The menu is a sophisticated fusion of Japanese precision and Peruvian heat, featuring standout dishes like the Ceviche Nikkei with leche de tigre, Gindara Misoyaki (miso-cod with Peruvian green sauce), and artisanal binchotan-grilled wagyu.
FLNT
2 Orchard Turn, #55-01 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Guzman y Gomez
Guzman y Gomez (Photo by @guzmanygomez)
Guzman y Gomez (GYG) at Orchard Gateway or ION Orchard is the district’s top pick for a "clean" and casual Mexican brunch. While known for its lightning-fast service, the menu doesn't compromise on quality, featuring 100% clean ingredients like free-range chicken and grass-fed beef. For the ultimate morning fuel, grab their Breakfast Burrito, which packs fluffy scrambled eggs, jack cheese, salsa, and a signature hash brown into a warm tortilla, or opt for a Guac on Toast for a lighter start.
Guzman y Gomez
2 Orchard Turn, B4 - 55 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
