There’s so much to see and buy, plus eat
Ever get hungry in the middle of the shopping? Yea, me too. So when the hunger pangs hit while you are rummaging through the sales rack, grab a bite at these 5 in-house cafes – it doesn’t get any more convenient than this!
1. Marks & Spencer cafe
If you love Marks & Spencer’s cookies and bakes (who doesn’t?), you will probably love their brand new cafe.
Opened in early September last year, the Marks & Spencer cafe offers quintessential British classics like Fish & Chips ($14.90), scones (S$5.90) and tea. Whether you are looking to settle for lunch, or just a quick bite, try out this cafe if you are in the mood for some British comfort food.
Address:
501 Orchard Road
#01-01 Wheelock Place
Singapore 238880
Opening hours:
Sun – Thurs 8.30AM – 10.00PM
Fri – Sat :8.30AM – 10.30PM
2. Muji cafe
Fans of this beloved Japanese retail store now have one more thing to look forward to. The Muji cafe serves an extensive array of Japanese inspired food.
You get to pick from a combination of hot and cold deli dishes in the likes of Baked Salmon with Miso Sauce, Black Vinegar Sweet Sour Pork and more.
A selection of 1 hot and 2 cold deli with rice or bread sets you back about S$12.90. They also serve desserts and drinks, if you are looking for a quick pick-me-up.
Address:
Café & Meal MUJI Paragon
Orchard Paragon, 290 Orchard Road #04-36 Singapore 238859
Café & Meal MUJI Raffles City
Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road, #02-020/22, Singapore 179103
Opening Hours:
Paragon: Daily : 10AM – 9:30PM
Raffles City: Daily : 10AM – 10PM
3. Monocle
Located in a quaint neighbourhood, Monocle is a charming retail shop that sells its merchandise, like the classy notebooks, bags, shoes, and its very own magazine. Pick up the latest issue and you’ll get a cuppa, complimentary of Monocle (S$ 6, otherwise). They have a nice little backyard for you to chill as well!
Address:
74 Jalan Kelabu Asap, Singapore 278267
Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat :11AM – 7PM
Sun : 12NOON – 6PM
4. Gallery & Co
More than just a typical gallery gifts shop, Gallery & Co has an Alfresco bar serving delicious grub. Think: Salmon Poke (S$18), Spam Musubi (S$16) and Lemongrass Ribs (S$18). Wash it all down with a cocktail (S$15) or a house pour at just S$10 for a glass.
Address:
National Gallery Singapore
City Hall Wing
1 St. Andrew’s Road
#01-17 Singapore 178957
Opening hours:
Sun – Thurs:10 AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat : 10 AM – 10PM
*The Alfresco bar is open from 4PM till late.
5. In Good Company
At In Good Company, you can have your cake and eat it too, after you are done shopping the selection of lifestyle products by independent and home-grown labels.
This store at ION is the first standalone store in Singapore and has an in-house cafe stocked with goodies, like brownies, cupcakes and coffee, from Plain Vanilla Bakery. If you are feeling peckish,they offer salads and sandwiches to fuel the rest of your shopping trip.
Address:
ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, #B1-06, Singapore 238801
Opening hours:
Daily: 10AM – 9.30PM
