Some places don’t just feed you, they restore you too. For me, Wildseed Café is one of those rare spaces. After 11 years living in Singapore, the Botanic Gardens is to me what you could call a sanctuary. I walk there as often as I can not simply for exercise, but as a way to meditate, unwind, and return to myself.
While I appreciate the variety of food and beverage options throughout the gardens, some spots feel busy, some are noisy, and some are a little too touristic for me in moments that call for stillness and presence. Wildseed Café feels different.
Beautifully secluded within the greenery, Wildseed Café offers a natural continuation of the calm the gardens provide. The alfresco area is gently nestled and wrapped in foliage that softens sound and slows the pace of time—not to mention that it is extremely cosy and serene. The connection to nature carries all the way through to the indoor area where, from the comfortable seating, you’re still surrounded by green, light, and a sense of ease. It’s a feeling I genuinely enjoy.
The food reflects this same thoughtful balance. The menu pays homage to some Singaporean classics, like their Atas kaya toast, which they have elevated with creativity and care. That philosophy carries through the entire offering: pizzas and pastas feel refined yet comforting. But their egg Benny croissant toast (with salmon, of course!) is without question my favourite!
A special mention goes to Wildseed Café cakes. I’m not a huge fan of sweets (please forgive me, sweet lovers!). But I have to credit their Black Sesame Petite Cake, for it was just right, served with a refreshing fresh mint tea.
The cocktails deserve a mention of their own. Fresh, vibrant, and visually appealing, yet unassuming, they feel like a natural extension of the herbal experience rather than an afterthought. Enjoying one alfresco after a restorative walk feels indulgent without guilt. The cocktails boast fresh ingredients, balanced flavours, and a perfectly balanced mood. Try the Wildseed Café Basil Punch, which combines all of your favourite refreshing flavours, such as yuzu, lime, and basil, Oh! And gin!
Wildseed Café engages every sense. Calm without pretence. Creativity without noise. It’s not just a café; it’s part of the ritual. For Expats, it has become a sought-after pause whenever you visit the Botanic Gardens.
About Nina…
Born in Argentina and having lived in Australia before calling Singapore home for over 11 years, I’m a mum of two boys and the founder of SoulCare by Nina, a coaching practice focused on meaningful human transformation. With more than 30 years of global corporate experience, largely across large-scale people and organisational transformation, I bring depth in curiosity, and an experiential lens to everything I do. I’m passionate about uncovering people, places, flavours, and experiences that enrich our life - and nothing gives me more pleasure than sharing those stories with others.
