Are you a nature lover, exercise buff, or simply bored of staying at home? During this period of heightened restrictions around dining in, take away from some of these spots along Singapore's most popular hiking and biking trails.
East Coast Park
Even if you don’t live in the East, chances are you’ve probably been to East Coast Park at least once in your life. This is a great 15km route for everything from picnics to photoshoot and of course, cycling. And don't worry, there's plenty of takeaway picks along the entire stretch.
East Coast Commune (Photo by Burppler Jason Wong)
Takeaway spots to try nearby:
East Coast Commune: For Sourdough Sandwiches
East Coast Lagoon Food Village: For Hawker Staples
Han Jia Bak Kut Teh: For Braised Pig Trotters
PS.Cafe (East Coast Park): For Truffle Fries & More
Changi Beach
Unlike East Coast Park, Changi Beach Park might come across as a little less polished, but cyclists love it anyway for its rows of white sand and coconut trees, and even the Coastal Park Connector which offers great views of planes landing and taking off. There's no shortage of takeaway place in the area, including a hawker centre that's right next to the water.
The Seagrill (Photo by Burppler TW Teo)
Takeaway spots to try nearby:
Little Island Brewing Co: For Takeaway Beer and Burgers
The Seagrill: For Grilled Seafood
Tekong Seafood Restaurant: For Solid Zi Char
Changi Village Hawker Centre: For Assorted Local Dishes
Jacob's Cafe: For European Classics
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
One of the OG hiking trails in Singapore, the expansive Bukit Timah Reserve will most definitely test your fitness levels (especially with all that WFH) with its steep slopes, sharp descents and rocky terrain, should you choose to go off-trail. But once you've completed it, you can reward yourself with the plethora of takeaway spots around the Hillview and Bukit Timah Road stretch.
Carpenter and Cook (Photo by Burppler Elyssa Yip)
Takeaway spots to try nearby:
Le Rida (Bukit Timah): For Mediterranean, French & Indian (1-for-1 Main Dish with Beyond)
Indian Curry House (Bukit Timah): For Tasty Curries
LINO: For Elevated Pizza & Pasta
BlooiE's Roadhouse (The Rail Mall): For Diner Favourites
Carpenter and Cook: For Cakes & Pastries
MacRitchie Reservoir
MacRitchie Reservoir is a classic hiking destination with a nice variety of lakeside, paved and jungle trails, not forgetting the occasional sighting of wild monkeys and monitor lizards. When you're all tired out, the nearest place for your takeaway cravings is Upper Thomson, where you'll find cafes, eateries and restaurants galore.
Columbus Coffee Co. (Photo by Burppler Sarah Ng)
Takeaway spots to try nearby:
Indulge (Upper Thomson): For Hae Bee Hiam Pasta
Columbus Coffee Co.: For Refined Brunch
Omote: For Chirashi & Sushi Bowls
So Good Char Chan Tang (Midview City): For Hong Kong-style Fare
Chestnut Nature Park
Chestnut Nature Park is often overshadowed by the neighbouring Bukit Timah Reserve, but this quiet spot is great for occasional hikers and cyclists with some experience - featuring natural terrain with smooth and gentle climbs. Your best bet for food in the vicinity? Bukit Panjang is the place to go.
The Hainan Story (Photo by Burppler Cecil Dulam)
Takeaway spots to try nearby:
Dunkin Donuts (Hillion Mall): For Trusted Donuts
Hai Xian Zhu Zhou (Bukit Panjang): For Famous Ke Kou Noodles
Flaming Don (Bukit Panjang Plaza): For Hearty Rice Bowls
Mentai-Ya Japanese Restaurant: For All Things Aburi
The Hainan Story: For 5 Hainanese Concepts in 1
Kent Ridge Park
Kent Ridge Park is full of hiking and mountain biking trails for visitors to appreciate, including the popular Canopy Walk and HortPark. There's plenty of restaurants to takeaway from in the area, including NUS, Kent Ridge, Pasir Panjang and beyond.
Poke Theory (Photo by Burppler Joanne Goh)
Takeaway spots to try nearby:
Poke Theory: For Poke Bowls & Acai
Empress Porridge: For Teochew Porridge
Flash Coffee (NUS): For Flavoured Coffee (1-for-1 Beverage with Beyond)
Chilli Padi Nonya Cafe: For Authentic Peranakan
Punggol Waterway
This tranquil area in Northeastern Singapore is a favourite for cyclists for its gorgeous greenery, Instagram-worthy bridges and peaceful trails on Coney Island and beyond. While you're here, make your way to the relaxing lawns around Punggol Container Park, Punggol End and the surrounding neighbourhood for some impressive takeouts.
Uncle Leong Seafood (Photo by Burppler Eugene Loh)
Takeaway spots to try nearby:
Uncle Leong Seafood: For Chinese Seafood
OBAR (Punggol): For Western Fusion
White Restaurant: For Sembawang's White Beehoon
Whisky & Paddle: For Brunch Favourites
