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It’s panda-mania.

Last month, giant panda Jia Jia gave birth to a panda cub at the Singapore Zoo after a few years of trying. Singaporeans cooed over the adorable little newborn currently under the care of Jia Jia, who, according to the Wildlife Reserves of Singapore, would “sigh when she had to get up to tend to the cub” (parents can relate).

Aptly enough, there’s a café within River Safari called Mama Panda Kitchen , which serves a selection of adorable panda-themed snacks and beverages including red bean buns and coffee adorned with a panda motif.

Prices are reasonable for an eatery in a tourist attraction, starting from $2.90 for a large Panda Chocolate/Red Bean Bao as well as a cute Panda Cup with chocolate ice cream and Panda Dark Chocolate Donut. There’s also a Giant Panda Cappuccino ($6.90) with a sprinkled-on cocoa powder panda.

Here’s what the food looks like

The panda bun looks pretty true to its photo.

There are rice and noodle dishes too

Other than snacks and desserts, the café also serves mains like Braised Chicken with Mushroom Wok Rice ($10.90), Chicken Cutlet Ramen ($12.90) and Braised Beef Ramen ($13.90). No panda theme for those, though.

The café’s decor resembles a panda enclosure, with bamboo slats separating tables and photos of giant pandas on the wall.

Mama Panda Kitchen Panda Framed

There are also panda-shaped chairs for the kids.

Meal with a view

You can grab an al-fresco table by the river for a scenic view.

80 Mandai Lake Road S729826. Tel: 6269-3411. Open daily 10.30am-6pm. www.wrs.com.sg .

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River Safari Café Sells Jia Jia & Kai Kai Panda-Themed Dishes From $2.90

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It’s panda-mania.

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Last month, giant panda Jia Jia gave birth to a panda cub at the Singapore Zoo after a few years of trying. Singaporeans cooed over the adorable little newborn currently under the care of Jia Jia, who, according to the Wildlife Reserves of Singapore, would “sigh when she had to get up to tend to the cub” (parents can relate).

Aptly enough, there’s a café within River Safari called Mama Panda Kitchen , which serves a selection of adorable panda-themed snacks and beverages including red bean buns and coffee adorned with a panda motif.

Prices are reasonable for an eatery in a tourist attraction, starting from $2.90 for a large Panda Chocolate/Red Bean Bao as well as a cute Panda Cup with chocolate ice cream and Panda Dark Chocolate Donut. There’s also a Giant Panda Cappuccino ($6.90) with a sprinkled-on cocoa powder panda.

The panda bun looks pretty true to its photo.

Other than snacks and desserts, the café also serves mains like Braised Chicken with Mushroom Wok Rice ($10.90), Chicken Cutlet Ramen ($12.90) and Braised Beef Ramen ($13.90). No panda theme for those, though.

The café’s decor resembles a panda enclosure, with bamboo slats separating tables and photos of giant pandas on the wall.

Mama Panda Kitchen Panda Framed

There are also panda-shaped chairs for the kids.

You can grab an al-fresco table by the river for a scenic view.

80 Mandai Lake Road S729826. Tel: 6269-3411. Open daily 10.30am-6pm. www.wrs.com.sg .

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The one and only dine in place within River Wonders, formerly known as River Safari. Order, pay, and collect at cashier. Remember to clear table and return tray after finishing the meal.

Club Sandwich 俱东部三明治 (S$13.90) Served with fries.

Braised Chicken with Mushroom Wok Rice 香菇焖鸡锅子饭 (S$13.90)

Chicken Cutlet Ramen 鸡扒拉面 (S$14.90) The noodles tasted more like instant noodle.

Panda Chocolate Custard Bao 熊猫巧克力蛋奶包子 (S$3.50) Very thick skin. No lava flow.

Mango Lassi 芒果拉西 (S$5.90) Iced Milo (S$4.90)

Kids Meal 儿童餐 Chicken Nuggets (5 pieces) with Chips 鸡块配薯条（五条） (S$9.90) Served with vegetables and fries

Chicken Macaroni Soup 炸鸡棒通心粉汤 (S$9.90) Served with fried chicken strips and vegetables

Mama Panda Kitchen Address 🛖 : River Wonders, Pavilion Capital Giant Panda Forest, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 🇸🇬 729826 Open 🕰️ : 10.30am - 6.30pm MRT 🚇 : Khatib (NS14) North South Line Note 📝 : Take Mandai Express at MRT station for S$2 per pax and drop off at second stop. Only card payment. Walk past taxi stand and look for the Mandai sign. First stop is Bird Paradise. 10% off with WildPass. Sign up for free online.

Panda Red Bean Bun (20% member) ($2.80)

I remembered that I have tried it before back at 2016 with my family together. The filling for red bean was quite little and got weird taste but the bun was really dry aftertaste.

Forgot to take picture but the food slightly overpriced. Taste not terrible tho for zoo food, ordered the pao pao and chicken croissant.

Paus was $2.90 each with red bean and chocolate. Cappuccino was $6.90. The paus were cold and even had broken lines on it. Taste was ok. Cappuccino tasted abit diluted, have to wait and collect later.

Only buy this if you’re able to settle for cheap machine-brewed coffee. This cup of cappuccino tasted like a cup of froth milk, with a hint of diluted - just unimpressive coffee nodes in it. Don’t waste your time too if you’re looking for a caffeine boost... I think the coffee content was so minute compared to the milk that I felt more tired trying to finish it up. (Good news - there’s a Starbucks just right outside) The advice nobody asked for - don’t buy if you’re looking for a good cup of coffee, buy if you’re a sucker for cute things (like me lol) and want to waste your money😔 1 star for the cute panda😔 Rate:🌟

Super huge sandwich because of the three layers of bread. The fact that it was cut into two created the illusion that was even bigger. I was impressed by how toasty and slightly buttery the bread slices were, as well as the freshly cooked, slightly runny egg yolk. However, it all amounted to a normal kind of sandwich you’d expect. After all, it’s just vegetables, cheese, ham and egg stacked together - nothing much you can expect. Side of wedges came extremely crisp! Rate:🌟🌟

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River Wonders (River Safari) Singapore Review & How to Go Guide

The River Wonders , or previously known as River Safari is a river-themed wildlife park in Singapore with distinct animal zones. Plus, it comes with a riverboat ride and reservoir cruise for a unique kind of adventure.

I visited the park, together with my wife and kid, just recently. And our trip was undeniably memorable and entertaining.

In my River Wonders Singapore (formerly known as River Safari Singapore) review , I will share our personal experiences during our visit as well as the animals in each zone .

In addition, I will provide you with information and tips on how to go to River Wonders (River Safari) Singapore by MRT and Bus .

So, without any delay, here’s everything you need to know about this popular destination.

• What Animals You Can See at River Safari Singapore

1. Giant Panda Forest

2. wild amazonia, 3. amazon flooded forest, 4. mekong river, 5. mary river, 6. nile river, 7. mississippi river, 8. yangtze river, 9. congo river, 10. ganges river, 11. river gems, once upon a river (show), reservoir cruise.

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What animals you can see at river wonders (river safari) singapore.

River Safari Singapore is the home to over 6,000 animals , including 40 threatened species .

There are 11 zones for you to explore and 1 amazing show for you to look forward to.

The highlight in the park are the giant pandas . On top of that, you’ll also see some Caribbean flamingos, jaguars, manatees, capybaras, pelicans, electric eels, and alligators.

During our trip, we went through all zones and also watched the show.

I will include some of the photos we took in each zone so you’ll have an idea of the animals there (make sure to check out below).

And if you want to know other must-visit places, don’t worry. Get ideas from my suggested five days itinerary for Singapore and 47 top places to go in Singapore so you can plan your dream trip.

Giant Panda Forest is definitely the most anticipated zone at River Safari Singapore. You can’t miss these fluffy creatures roaming around their habitat.

Giant pandas like Jia Jia loves to eat bamboo. In fact, they can consume at least 28 pounds every day!

Here is Kai Kai, having the time of his life hanging around the tree.

If you can’t find him eating bamboos or climbing trees, he is most likely rolling on the ground.

Red Pandas, on the other hand, are quite notable because of their colors. Instead of the usual black and white, they have brown, black, and white fur combination.

But just like giant pandas, they love eating bamboos and climbing around.

Wild Amazonia is one of the most popular River Safari attractions. It offers two unique zones for you to explore.

The first one is the Amazon River Quest, which is a captivating river cruise. The second one is the Squirrel Monkey Forest.

i. Amazon River Quest

The Amazon River Quest is one of the most memorable zones in Wild Amazonia. This river ride offers you a fantastic water escapade.

Catch these monkey species dangling on the trees. Because of their structure, they can easily hang and jump from one branch to another.

Aside from monkey species, you’ll also see some giant anteaters and collared peccaries during the boat ride features.

Other distinct animals in this section are Brazilian tapir, coatimundis, and capybaras.

Also present are the ever-vibrant and eye-catching Caribbean flamingos and scarlet ibis. These give them the reputation of being the brightest bird species.

ii. Squirrel Monkey Forest

Another nice place to tour around River Safari is the Squirrel Monkey Forest.

In this area, you’ll spot some squirrel monkeys that are known for their vibrant colors.

The Saki Monkeys, on the other hand, have the most distinct face among all other monkeys. It’s because the color of their face differs from their entire body.

If you love the adorable Capybara on your Amazon River Quest, you have another chance to see them again here.

Because of their appearance and size, these cute animals look like puppies!

Amazon Flooded Forest is another top-notch zone in River Safari.

Here, you will meet many sea animals, particularly the manatees, or the sea cows.

These large mammals weigh around 600 kgs. Despite their immense size, manatees are mainly slow, plant-eaters.

And, they just prefer swimming in shallow waters and lazing around.

You will also see arapaimas, which are known for their super scaly bodies and pointed head.

As one of the world’s biggest freshwater fishes, they can reach as much as 9 ft wide and weigh up to 200 kgs.

The Giant River Otters are heavier and bigger compared to typical otters. They follow an amphibious lifestyle, wherein they can easily adapt to both water and land.

And it’s not hard to find them as they often relax on the ground or sometimes on the river stream.

Did you know that electric eels are actually not eels but rather knifefish?

They have electric organs that create dangerous discharges to sting their prey.

Aside from these slimy creatures, you’ll also catch a glimpse of different fish species. These include blue discus fishes, altum angelfish, and red oscars.

And if you’re a die-hard fan of sea creatures, you shouldn’t miss the SEA Aquarium. This place is a massive underwater world located in Sentosa Island.

Simply refer to my article of SEA Aquarium Singapore for relevant information and tips about this place.

Mekong River is the home to the Mekong Giant Catfish. Just so you know, this massive freshwater fish is already considered an endangered species.

Studies show that there are only around 100 remaining of these rare fishes.

So, if you spot this huge creature, be sure to appreciate them before they’re gone forever.

Surprisingly, the Mekong River isn’t just for catfishes and stingrays. It also has an impressive collection of distinct-looking animals like the crab-eating macaques.

They even have painted storks, Eurasian spoonbill, and rufous night heron.

At Mary River , you get to meet and interact with some sea stars and horseshoe crabs. This is fun activity that you should try during your River Wonders/River Safari trip.

Both chocolate chip sea stars and horseshoe crab are very fascinating to look at because of their shapes.

Australian Lungfishes are highly interesting because of their exceptional breathing feature.

These slow-paced creatures who love deep waters can breathe air using only one lung!

On contrary, mudskippers are the only fish species that can walk on lands! These amphibious creatures look like a fish with some frog-like characteristics.

Get amazed by various fish species in the Nile River . In this section, you will notice the massive goliath tiger fishes.

These freshwater fishes are famous for their razor-like teeth and muscular body. Because of their physical features, they are one of the river’s ultimate predators.

As you continue with your tour, you will get a glimpse of the African arowanas. These creatures have an elongated body with huge yet almost proportionate scales.

Additionally, you will have the chance to meet some Nile perches.

These are freshwater fishes who love warm waters. They feed on different fishes, insects, mollusks, and even smaller perches.

Another must-visit section in River Safari Singapore is the Mississippi River .

This is where you’ll see alligator gars, alligator snapping turtles, and common snapping turtles.

The alligator gars are quite eye-catching because of its alligator and fish features.

These creatures are also considered one of the longest-living freshwater fishes in the world.

Yangtze River is the habitat of sturgeon fishes. These ancient creatures commonly live in rivers, coastlines, and lakes.

You can easily identify them because of their sharp-edge bodies and long snouts.

Yangtze alligators are recognized for their rock-like body structure. They often swim in the water or spend time hiding around the rocks.

At Congo River , you will come across the African dwarf crocodiles. These reptiles grow up to 5 ft. long, making them one of the smallest crocodilians in the world.

They have a small, bony structure that allows them to climb easily on lower tree branches.

Aside from crocodiles, this place also has a lot of colorful fishes from the cichlid species. These are the blue cichlid, lemon cichlid, Tanganyikan butterfly cichlid.

There are also large spot catfishes swimming around.

Continue with your tour at Ganges River . This is the place where you’ll find the big-mouth Indian golden mahseers.

The clown knifefishes also occupy a part of this zone. Both species have special physical characteristics that make them stand out.

River Gems houses a couple of fahaka pufferfishes. Just like other puffers, these creatures inflate themselves when they sense danger.

Generally, they just feed on snails and freshwater mussels

Other fishes in this particular River Safari Singapore zone are cardinal tetras and black phantom tetras.

On top of that, there are also rummy-nose tetras and rainbow sharks.

Once Upon A River showcases the talents of the animals at River Safari. This animal presentation runs for 20 minutes.

And, it highlights the skills of capybaras, pelicans, ball python, and hedgehog.

All these creatures got their own set of charms to captivate the crowd.

At the end of the show, you’ll gain valuable knowledge about these animals. Not only that but you’ll also get a chance to meet them up-close!

The hornbills are also in the spotlight because of their smartness. Plus, their laugh is very unique and contagious.

Monday to Friday: 11:30 AM and 4:30 PM

Saturday to Sunday and Public Holidays: 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM

In between animal encounters and interactive shows, you can squeeze in the 15-minute Reservoir Cruise .

Enjoy this scenic water journey with your family and friends and fall in love with nature even more.

As it sails around the Seletar reservoir, don’t forget to take photos of the beautiful landscapes around.

And conveniently, this is a wheelchair-friendly cruise that can cater up to 40 persons in one trip.

Where to Eat at River Wonders (River Safari)

Take your lunch at Mama Panda Kitchen Restaurant inside the River Safari park.

This is the only dining spot in the park, which is just beside the viewing Panda area.

This fast-food restaurant is unique because of its panda-themed food and bamboo-framed photos.

However, the restaurant is quite crowded during lunchtime.

To avoid the waiting game and skip the long queues, you can take your lunch earlier or later.

The best time to go to the restaurant is either 11:30 AM in the morning or 2:00 PM in the afternoon.

Mama Panda Kitchen’s menu largely consists of Chinese dishes. They have ramen, steamed buns, wanton, and wok rice.

In addition, they have western selection that includes seafood basket and roasted chicken. And for dessert, they serve fresh fruit cups and almond chocolate profiteroles.

Our visit to River Wonders Singapore (previously known as River Safari) was definitely a great experience.

We enjoyed touring around each zone and meeting different animals.

We recommend that you prioritize Giant Panda Forest and Amazon River Quest boat ride . It’s because these 2 attractions are the most popular at River Safari.

During our trip, we started around 3:00 PM in the afternoon and spent 3 hours inside the park.

A tip when visiting the park is to bring your own drinking bottle. There are free water dispensers near the washroom to refill your water bottles.

Make sure you also bring a mosquito repellent, hats, and sunblock.

Also, we bought our River Safari tickets online and actually saved money .

Not only that but we also entered the park conveniently. It’s because we just presented the soft copy of our tickets at the entrance of the park.

To wrap it up, this famous river-them zoo is highly recommended to anyone who wants to have a fun-filled adventure with the animals.

Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Last Admission at 6:00 PM)

Normal Ticket Prices: Adult: SGD $41 Child (3 to 12): SGD $24 *Included Amazon River Quest Boat Ride

Money Saving Tips: To save money and get speedy access to the park, buy your tickets online here .

Address: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826

Official Website: https://www.wrs.com.sg/en/river-safari.html

Where to Go after River Wonders (River Safari)

Are you done with your River Safari Singapore tour?

You can explore Singapore Zoo or Night Safari right after because these two are just a 1-2 minute walk from River Safari.

1. Singapore Zoo

Explore this popular animal park together with your loved ones. This place comes with distinct animal zones as well as spectacular shows for everyone.

Just see here for a complete guide to Singapore Zoo and review and start kicking off with your plans.

2. Night Safari

Have a unique encounter with the wild animals at Night Safari. As the world’s first night zoo, this place provides you with an unforgettable animal experience.

Here are my tips for visiting Night Safari and review that are very helpful when planning.

Other than Singapore Zoo and Night Safari, Sentosa Island is also a great place to visit for nonstop adventures.

Here, you can explore some family-friendly beaches, try different outdoor activities, or simply enjoy the views.

Find out more about this destination in my super detailed guide on what to do in Sentosa .

If you’re planning to travel to Bangkok, there’s also a famous zoo that should be part of your itinerary. Get more information about this place in my detailed Safari World Bangkok article and start plotting your plans now.

How to Go to River Wonders (River Safari) Singapore

There’s no MRT station near River Safari Singapore. But there’s nothing to feel sad because you can easily reach the river-themed wildlife park by MRT then bus.

Basically, there are 3 easy ways to go there and let me show you in details below.

1. By MRT and Mandai Khatib Shuttle

To get to River Safari Singapore, you can take the Mandai Khatib Shuttle from Exit A of Khatib MRT Station .

The bus runs every 20 minutes from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Monday to Wednesday) and 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Thursday to Sunday).

This is a direct bus go to River Safari in 15 minutes and it costs SGD $1 only.

Kindly take note that the bus only accept EZ-link or NETS Flash card without accepting Cash.

2. By Bus 138

Another method to reach River Safari is to take the bus 138 from Ang Mo Kio Bus Terminal.

The service runs every 8 to 14 minutes from 6:30 AM to 11:45 PM. The one-way ticket costs SGD $1.64 (via EZ-link or NETS Flash card)/ SGD $2.50 (via Cash).

It takes around 39 minutes to reach River Safari.

To reach Ang Mo Kio bus terminal, you can take the North South Line to Ang Mo Kio MRT Station. From there, you go out the Exit C which will give you direct access to Ang Mo Kio Bus Terminal.

Take a taxi to River Safari Singapore is the easiest way but it can be expensive. If you plan to take a taxi, you can ride it from Exit A of Khatib MRT Station.

It costs about SGD $13 and you’ll reach there in 10 to 15 minutes.

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Mama Panda Kitchen

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The staff were extremely nice, I was alone with my son and they gave some recommendations on what I can order. The menu looked very kids friendly! But the food was either frozen food that was fried or instant food. The noodle was not impressive.... But they did add a piece of vegetable. If you are a member of the zoo its 20% off and quite reasonable! More

This is the only sit down restaurant in the river safari, it can be a bit crowded during peak hours. Tried a veggie sandwich which was super yummy and my friend had a club sandwich with was good too. My only gripe was the coffee,... it looks cute and all, but it tasted like coffee flavoured milk. Yikes, much too weak for my liking. I would suggest getting coffee from Starbucks at the river safari entrance. If u are seated outside, beware that some small monkeys may be loitering there, no biggie, friendly staff are ready to shoo them away. Attached is a picture of the menu. 🙂 More

Very crowded place as there are not many options for dining in River Safari. The food was quite decent. Enjoyed the panda bun as it is very soft. The rice dish was pretty good and tasty too.

I really love river safari and the idea of this wild life river concept really very impressive. However, on 14th March 2020, I've experienced this bad service by a mid 30's fair skin tone Chinese lady cashier (Did not remember her name). She was leaning... on the counter top table and writing something probably logistic stuff on a few papers while i stood there waiting to be served (Restaurant was quite empty). It was alright to wait for a few minutes for her to be done with her paper work. She realised and came over to serve me, I asked if the restaurant accept 'Pay wave' payment (Very common in Singapore) and she said yes. So i proceeded to order food choices and when i wanted to tap with smartwatch 'pay wave' payment and she told me they do not accept ''Pay wave'', either 'VISA or MASTER' in a very bad attitude manner (as if she was annoyed by this payment method or whatever mood swing etc). I was of course upset by her bad attitude because the machine clearly accept 'Pay wave' system (does not matter visa or master card) as long as we tap the card on the machine sensor that indicated 'pay wave' logo. Throughout the whole interaction, no smile or good vibe from her. Just imagine restaurant almost empty (due to pandemic), food below average quality, and a cashier that offered poor service in a world class attraction. Overall, i really love the river safari! A place you have to visit in Singapore, super worth it! I highly recommend to visit this attraction. Additionally, what can be more satisfying to contribute to the survivor (Entrance fees, retail merchandise) of those huge fishes, pandas, manatee, squirrel monkey etc. They offered free river cruise ride about 15 minutes duration, you will need about 2 - 3 hrs to fully explore the entire park. More

Jia-Jia & Kai-Kai Bun @ river safari Singapore. The bun filled with chocolate custard and the other one Red Bean Yummy, should eat when is hot. 😍😍

This is a self service cafeteria with cute items like panda buns, panda coffee and chairs with panda back rests. The quality of food and beverage, however, is not worth going into and the prices are high vis a vis the quality. If possible, eat... a proper, more satisfying, meal somewhere else. Come here just for a snack and the cute factor. Children will like it. More

We did our research and noted that 9am is the best time to watch the pandas being active during their breakfast time (they are sleeping most of the other times of the day!). So naturally, we would end up at this cafe at around 930am,... since it is right after the panda conservatory within the River Safari of Singapore. Good to be here early too since it can get crowded, especially on weekends. To be in the "mood for love... for pandas", this is probably the best place for you to enjoy those cute-looking panda buns. The little ones adored the buns, and great news --- they now have more flavours and animals to choose from (e.g. beyond red bean paste, there is also chocolate, custard, etc to choose from... and "pig" buns too). The older ones among us ordered cups of fresh fruits, which was refreshing on a hot day, like most days in Singapore. We ordered the noodles and rice the last time we were here, and just being honest --- they were not fantastic! Very underwhelming. So overall, great place for snacks, not so for lunch (or even dinner...). More

A Chinese quick service restaurant (self-service). Expensive with average food. A set meal is around S$17 excluding drink. The only thing cute is the panda bun.

We order the fried dumpling, Siew mai, Pandan Bun etc. But i only like the Panda Bun and Coffee. The fried dumpling was too oily. Just grab some small bite and seat outside the restaurant to relax with the nice scenery. You can even see... giffares which located in the Zoo. More

Delicious panda red bean and chocolae baos along with chinese dishes like dumplings, la mian. Western food is also available.

Great place to take a break before heading to other site attractions. Coffee is good. We were also allowed to buy food from the store next to eat and bring it inside the restaurant.

Location is next to Panda sectionin River Safari. I forgot what the menu name, but it spicy chicken and rice (I attached the picture). its too oily :( and a bit prices for me. It cost around 9 SGD for average taste.

Delicious lunch after tiring trip right before river safari ride.A bit expensive but tasty with generous serving.

Midway through the River Safari everyone will go through this restaurant. It's the only place to eat lunch or something more substantial than a snack. It is good for kids, especially the panda buns. Fun, but mostly bread. The rest of the food seems ok... for where you are. It is relatively fast too, I think they just have large banemaries in the back to cater for everyone. They take credit cards and is actually a good spot to rest and soak up some air conditioning while overlooking the lake. More

Just nice after you visit panda, can come here and have the food. Make pau like panda. Coffee with panda picture.

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Singapore Zoo , Bird Paradise , River Wonders , and Night Safari —these are the four wildlife parks that form the sprawling Mandai Wildlife Reserve . And with the recent opening of Mandai Wildlife West , which serves as a gateway to Bird Paradise and the upcoming Rainforest Wild, there’s so much to check out there, and that includes food options. This listicle serves as a guide to the best eateries in each of these five areas.

Table of Contents

1. Inuka Cafe

2. ah meng restaurant, bird paradise, 4. bird bakery, 5. penguin cove restaurant & penguin cove cafe, 6. crimson restaurant, 8. birds of paradise gelato boutique & sandwich bar, 9. collin’s, 10. old chang kee coffee house, 11. pavilion banana leaf, 12. mama panda kitchen, 13. starbucks, 14. ulu ulu safari restaurant, 15. new zealand natural, what to eat at mandai wildlife reserve, singapore zoo.

If you’re going to the Singapore Zoo in the morning, and are looking for a solid breakfast fix, Inuka Cafe is a good option. The eatery offers classic local breakfast sets, such as the Butter & Kaya Toast , Butter & Sugar Toast , and the Peanut Butter Toast . These will set you back $2.60 each, and they each come with half-boiled eggs and your choice of drink. Inuka Cafe also whips up a decent Hearty Seeds Rojak ($6.50) , so be sure to try that if you’re a fan of the dish.

Location: Singapore Zoo, park entrance Opening hours: Daily 8am to 6pm Inuka Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

Named after the late tourist icon and orangutan, Ah Meng Restaurant offers a wide variety of casual eats. There are local dishes such as Kampung Mandai Chicken Rice ($13.90) , Singapore Laksa ($12.90) , Western delights including Fish & Chips ($17.90) and Duck Confit ($17.90) , and even bento boxes such as the Chicken Teriyaki Bento ($16.90) . For those who are bringing their kids to the zoo, dishes such as the Kids Chicken Nuggets with Fries ($9.90) should please them.

Location: Singapore Zoo, opposite Tram Stop 1 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am to 4pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 4:30pm Ah Meng Restaurant is a halal-certified eatery.

KFC needs no introduction. The world-famous fast food chain is beloved by people of all ages, so if you’re visiting the zoo with the whole family, some good ol’ Kentucky fried chicken might be a great option. Your usual 2 pcs Meal ($9.30) or 3 pcs Meal ($11.70) should make for a hearty chicken meal either flavoured with the brand’s signature spices or made hot and crispy. Meanwhile, the kids should enjoy some Popcorn Chicken ($5.30) , 6 pcs Nuggets ($5.60) , and Cheese Fries ($5.20) .

Location: Singapore Zoo, park entrance Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 7pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 7pm KFC is a halal-certified eatery.

Like the previously discussed Inuka Cafe, Bird Bakery is a great place to have breakfast before entering Bird Paradise, and it’s also a good stop for a cup of coffee before heading off to other attractions. Its fresh bakes on offer range from more conventional picks such as Chocolate Danish ($6.90) and Butter Croissant ($4.90) to more unique ones including the Chicken Bak Kwa Sesame Brioche ($6.90) . For more savoury options, you can get either the Quiche Smoke Salmon ($13.90) or the Quiche Lorraine ($13.90) .

Location: Bird Paradise, park entrance Opening hours: Daily 9am to 5:30pm Bird Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

The Penguin Cove Restaurant , located on level one, and the Penguin Cove Cafe , on level two, offer diners an immersive view of the penguin habitat as they eat. More specifically, the former, which operates as an international buffet, provide glimpses of the flightless bird’s diving and hunting, while the latter, a cafe with snacks such as Penguin Lemon Fruit Tart ($10.90) and New York Cheese Cake ($11.90) , lets you marvel at the social dynamics of the mixed-species colony.

Location: Bird Paradise, Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove Level 1 & 2 Opening hours: Daily 9am to 5:30pm Penguin Cove Restaurant & Penguin Cove Cafe are not halal-certified eateries, but use no pork or lard.

With a majestic view of the Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands, home to gorgeous coloured birds including the American flamingo and scarlet ibis, Crimson Restaurant offers a specially-curated menu by local celebrity chef Eric Teo. The 3 Course Set Lunch ($58++) , for instance, has satisfying starters, moreish mains such as king prawn aglio olio or French yellow spring chicken, and profiteroles for dessert. This set is available daily from 11am to 2:30pm, when the afternoon sun will illuminate the scenery before you.

Location: Bird Paradise, Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands Opening hours: Daily 11am to 5:30pm Crimson Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

Bird Paradise (Mandai Wildlife West)

There’s plenty to like when it comes to A&W —the burgers, hotdogs, and of course, root beer floats have made it a much-beloved brand globally. The signature Mozza Burger ($7.70) is one of the top picks here, consisting of two juicy beef patties layered with mozzarella, fresh vegetables, and chicken crisp. You can also enjoy it as a combo meal for $11.50 , which includes fries and a drink. Don’t forget to get the Root Beer Float ($3) , too, where that incredible combination of root beer and vanilla ice cream is served in cold-frosted glass.

Check out our A&W review !

Location: Mandai Wildlife West, #02-01 Opening hours: Daily 9am to 9pm A&W is a halal-certified eatery.

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Birds of Paradise Gelato Boutique & Sandwich Bar is a great place to stop by to beat the heat and indulge in some fine ice cream. Here, you can expect desserts such as their award-winning Gelato (from $5,50), and the Strawberry and Pandan Sundae ($12) , which is a refreshing treat topped with coconut flakes, pomegranate seeds, and coconut blossom nectar for natural sweetness. There are also savoury bites from the Sandwich Bar, including the Egg Mayo Sourdough $10.80) , which stars fresh coriander and pistachio for crunch.

Read our Birds of Paradise Mandai coverage .

Location: Mandai Wildlife West, #02-03 Opening hours: Daily 9am to 8pm Birds of Paradise Gelato Boutique & Sandwich Bar is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

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COLLIN’S is one of the more popular Western food chains in the country, and it’s easy to see why. With prices that won’t break the bank and a tantalising selection of grilled meats and other hearty mains, you’re likely to come away from a meal here satisfied and sated. The Mandai outlet, though, has some exclusives that are quite luxurious. Take the J ack’s Creek 450 Days Grain-fed Wagyu Ribeye ($68++) , for instance, which is a high-grade steak is served with tomato, broccolini, and black pepper sauce. Another exclusive worth checking out is the Red Sea Seabass ($58++) , which is served with ratatouille, grilled corn, shoestring fries, and a choice of either black pepper, brown onion gravy, or COLLINS’s house-made harissa sauce.

Read our COLLIN’S Mandai coverage .

Location: Mandai Wildlife West, #02-10 Opening hours: Daily 9am to 9pm COLLIN’S is not a halal-certified eatery.

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Old Chang Kee, or at least the snack store version of the brand, is practically ubiquitous in Singapore. While its eatery, Old Chang Kee Coffee House , may not be as widespread, it still offers tasty, nostalgic eats, but with more options including main dishes and drinks. Get the aromatic Signature Curry Chicken ($8.90) , which can be had with either rice, buns, noodles, or plain prata. Another recommended dish is the Kampung Mee Goreng ($8.90) , which is old-school mee spicy noodle goodness.

Location: Mandai Wildlife West, #02-04 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 9pm, Sat-Sun 8am to 9pm Old Chang Kee Coffee House is a halal-certified eatery.

Pavilion Banana Leaf uses centuries-old authentic South Indian recipes, with bits of local influences here and there, to bring you delightful South Indian Chettinad cuisine. If you’re stopping by for lunch before heading to Bird Paradise, be sure to get the value-for-money lunch sets. Among other tasty dishes, there’s the filling and flavourful Chicken Biryani Set ($16.50++) , the vegetarian-friendly Thali Set Meal ($11.90++) , and the piquant Half Fish Head Curry ($27.90++) .

Location: Mandai Wildlife West, #02-06 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 9pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 9pm Pavilion Banana Leaf is a halal-certified eatery.

River Safari

With a name like Mama Panda Kitchen , you just know this eatery is going to be a hit with the kids. Panda-themed food and drinks are available here, along with other classic Chinese dishes. The adorable Panda Red Bean Bun ($2.90) and Panda Chocolate Custard Bun ($2.90) are bao with rich and tasty fillings made to look like a panda’s face. You can pair that with the Giant Panda Cappuccino ($6.50) for a decent cup of coffee adorned with latte art of a cartoon panda.

Location: River Wonders, Giant Panda Forest Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 6:30pm Mama Panda Kitchen is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

When you’re out and about, there are times when you just crave a cup of coffee from Starbucks to re-energise you. If you ever feel that way while visiting River Wonders, then you’re in luck, because there’s one just at the entrance of the park. Plus, if you’re visiting in the morning, Starbucks’ breakfast sets will be a great start to your day. They include treats such as the Truffle Cream & Turkey Bacon Croissant , Scrambled Egg & Cheese Brioche Sandwich , and more—these will set you back $8.50 each.

There’s another Starbucks near Bird Paradise. Read our Starbucks at Bird Paradise coverage .

Location: River Wonders, park entrance Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 9am to 7:30pm, Fri-Sun 9am to 7pm Starbucks is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

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Night Safari

Ulu Ulu Safari Restaurant mimics the experience of enjoying a kampung dinner in days of yore. That means old-school furnishing, dark but inviting lighting, and plenty of Singaporean food classics. Char Kway Teow ($12.90) , Rojak ($8.50) , and Kampung Mandai Chicken Rice ($13.90) are some of the familiar dishes that you’ll find here. It’s a nice place to have dinner before going into the nocturnal world of the Night Safari, or have supper after you’ve completed your visit.

Location: Night Safari, Entrance Plaza Opening hours: Daily 6:30pm to 11pm Ulu Ulu Safari Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

Many Singaporean nights are hot and humid, and the best way to counter that—outside of air-conditioning, that is—is to have some ice cream. New Zealand Natural allows you to go super indulgent with your cool sweet treats: you can have a Triple Scoop Ice Cream ($13) loaded with various wet or dry toppings, and top it off with Thickshakes ($13.90) , which are basically milkshakes that lets you choose from a wide range of ice cream and frozen yoghurts to blend with milk.

Location: Night Safari, Entrance Plaza Opening hours: 6:30pm to 11pm New Zealand Natural is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

There are quite a number of eats across the wider Mandai Wildlife Reserve, so we hope this listicle was helpful in helping you pick what to eat. If you’re keen on shopping at the new Thai Supermarket at Aperia Mall, read our best things to buy at the Thai Supermarket listicle . If you’re looking for bak chang for the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival, check out our best bak chang delivery and takeaway listicle .

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Feature image adapted from yun en , @alvinongks , @ailinlim , @wishuponatart , @jjoeeeyyyy_ , @allyssa555 .

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River Safari recently underwent a name change to River Wonders as part of a corporate rebranding move , so for consistency, I’ll be referring to River Safari as River Wonders from here on out! This wildlife park is one of four (soon to be five) parks managed by the Mandai Wildlife Group , with a river theme and greater focus on aquatic animals. The open-dated tickets my husband and I bought from Traveloka included entry to both River Wonders as well as the Singapore Zoo. It was flexible in that we could visit each park on a different day, as long as both visits were within 7 days of each other. However, given the fact that we’re both working folks, that flexibility didn’t exactly apply to us so I planned a packed but doable itinerary to cover both parks in a day. Unfortunately, God had other plans and literally rained on our parade shortly after we arrived so we had to make spontaneous adjustments. That also meant that we could only visit River Wonders as the Singapore Zoo is largely unsheltered, rendering that option untenable (no matter since my workplace provides complimentary corporate zoo passes). Thank goodness the plan was to start the day at River Wonders anyway!

• 1-day entry tickets to River Wonders and Singapore Zoo
• Spent: SGD$60 (for 2 tickets)

The animals are more or less sorted into zones of rivers or forests where their species can be found but it became rather perplexing as it wasn’t very clear when one zone ended and another began. So I’ll just string together some highlights of the animals which I found pretty interesting (: We spent the most time at the Amazon Flooded Forest’s otter and manatee habitats as there was something magical about watching these graceful creatures glide through the waters. Two of the otters were frolicking and chasing each other, zooming overhead as we stood beneath them in an underwater tunnel (video here !). During the manatees’ feeding time, it was quite amusing to see them swimming around with poop hanging off their undersides. On a sweeter note, I managed to take a video of one manatee “hugging” another, awww ❤

At the Squirrel Monkey Forest, it was really cool how we got to get so up close and personal with animals like the squirrel monkeys and Azara’s agoutis. No barriers, no glass, just us walking along the same paths in the same space as them. While a staff was handing out food to these guys, I spotted a cheeky squirrel monkey snatching food from a helpless agouti, who had no means of fighting back! Poor fella ): In the event of rain and lightning, note that this zone will be closed.

Over at the Mekong River zone, I was blown away by the sheer size of the giant catfish there! At first glance from far, they didn’t appear that humongous but it was a totally different story when we stood in front of the glass tank. I’d never seen such a big fish in real life, only those on Wicked Tuna heh.

An undeniable must-see here are the super cute pandas at the Giant Panda Forest. It was a bummer that mummy Jia Jia was nursing baby Le Le in the maternity ward during our visit so we could only see daddy Kai Kai lazing out on a rock. Not forgetting the adorable red pandas too! They were perched quite high up on the trees so it was tough to get a proper view of them. Even if you don’t fancy pandas that much, this is still a great place to cool off and seek respite from the heat as it’s fully air-conditioned to maintain a suitable climate for them.

If you’re feeling hungry, your only two options within the park are Starbucks (located at the entrance) and Mama Panda Kitchen (located at the Giant Panda Forest), which serves up chinese cuisine. Deciding to have lunch at the latter and wait out the rain there, we ordered chicken zha jiang mian ($12.90), chicken cutlet ramen ($12.90), a panda chocolate custard pau ($2.90) and a root beer float ($6.90). Portion sizes were not too bad but the food was terribly bland. I even found a short strand of hair in my soup, nasty. The only saving grace of this meal was the fluffy panda pau with its creamy chocolate custard. As with most theme park food, prices were on the expensive side, making this meal totally not value for money. Pack your own food if you can.

Right after lunch, we made a beeline for the Amazon River Quest as it was closed earlier due to the rain. This ticketed boat ride goes in a loop and brings you past various animal habitats along the way. Thankfully, the staggering queue for this ride moved fairly quickly even though the board indicated a wait time of 20 minutes. There are 3 mild roller-coaster-ish slopes spaced out across the ride (video of one of them here !), possibly an attempt to make the ride a little more exciting. It was a pretty cool experience as the boat gets right up to the edge of the enclosures and it felt like we were really near the animals. I read in some reviews that the best time to see the animals here is earlier in the morning as it gets too hot past noon. Although we didn’t make that timing, we still managed to see many of them. All things considered, I thought this ride was quite worth it ($5 per adult, $3 per child), but do note that if weather conditions aren’t suitable, there’s a chance you won’t get to take the ride and no refunds will be given.

On top of Amazon River Quest, there used to be another boat ride called the Reservoir Cruise that would take you on a 15-minute scenic journey along the outskirts of the Singapore Zoo and Night Safari. However, due to the covid situation, this ride has been temporarily suspended.

Rounding off our day here was the Once Upon A River animal presentation. I can’t even begin to describe how arduous it was for us to get seats for it. There are 3 sessions in a day: 11.30am, 2.30pm and 4.30pm. When we reached Boat Plaza at 11.15am for the first show, the capacity of 50 pax (40 pax in rainy conditions) was maxed out. Thinking we’d learnt our lesson, we decided to arrive 45 minutes earlier for the second show. We were initially allowed in the queue to supposedly take the last two available slots. Alas, due to some miscalculation on the staff’s part, our slots apparently never existed and so we were ousted from the show once again. One of the staff empathized with our plight and very kindly told us that she will help to reserve 2 spaces for the last show of the day, suggesting that we come by at 4pm. After visiting the rest of the exhibits, we came back to Boat Plaza at 3.25pm for the 4.30pm show AND IT WAS FULL, save for the fact that we had seats reserved. We were legit the last ones standing in the queue line even though we were a whole hour early to showtime, such is the weekend crowd. Hopefully there won’t be such occurrences again as the park has introduced an online booking system where visitors can now reserve slots 2 hours before showtime (fastest fingers first, of course), ideally helping to limit the uncertainty of seat availability. We finally got to watch the show after all that hullabaloo and our verdict is, it’s really not worth waiting in line for an hour or more for it. It simply felt like a quick, successive parade of the animals (some doing little tricks) while having loads of information thrown at us. I think the suspension of interaction opportunities with the animals as compared to pre-covid iterations of this show kinda stifled the experience, but kudos to the presenters who did their best to engage the audience.

My overall rating of the experience: 3 out of 5 stars . I was pleasantly surprised that the animals here weren’t the common run-of-the-mill types, which was a refreshing eye-opener for me. I was especially intrigued by the gigantic Mekong catfish, the adorable capybaras, the graceful manatees, as well as the agile and playful otters. The Amazon River Quest boat ride was quite the novel experience, where we got to view various animals and intermittently cruise down some slopes. It was amazing to be in such close proximity to the creatures at the Squirrel Monkey Forest too! However, a number of park experiences like the feeding sessions were suspended at the point of our visit, which was a bit of a letdown. But what really affected this rating was the pricey yet unappetizing food served at Mama Panda Kitchen and the pains of getting a near-impossible seat at the animal presentation (I hope you won’t find yourself in a such a situation with the new online booking system). Otherwise, this would’ve been a 4-star rating. With that said, it’s still worth a visit for the unique wildlife you can find here.

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River Safari: Giant Panda Forest

The Giant Panda Forest is a large air-conditioned complex to house the giant pandas, Kai Kai and Jia Jia, along with some friends – Red Pandas and Golden Pheasants.

Walking into the Giant Panda Forest is like stepping into a sanctuary – after the outdoor Rivers of the World . A tranquil and air-conditioned one.

The Red Pandas seem to have a tiny area to move about. Just a few logs and branches.

The walkway goes past the kitchen, showing what the pandas eat daily – it’s a lot! Bamboo, vegetables and some biscuits.

Despite the heavy rock theming around the panda complex, there is this jarring flat wall in the middle, poorly masked with a large-format photo. While it’s badly disguised, it’s a nice photo-spot – for visitors to take photos “with” the pandas.

Meet Kai Kai! I was at the park early, so I guess it was breakfast or brunch time.

Kai Kai’s enclosure is located below the typical visitor’s line of sight, so which means not many people will notice what’s happening above. So well, have a look at the interior architecture.

The roof windows have this bamboo leaf pattern – very appropriate to break the artificial and modern “metal and glass” look of the place.

And here’s Jia Jia. Her den is less interesting than Kai Kai’s in my opinion, and the height of the enclosure places Jia Jia around the typical visitor’s eye level.

The exit of Giant Panda Forest leads to House of Kai Kai & Jia Jia , a small themed shop. All sorts of cute Panda-themed souvenirs can be bought at the gift shop. You can bring a small Kai Kai or Jia Jia plush toy home, for $29.90 each.

Mama Panda Kitchen is just right about the corner. It’s a small fast-food eatery with Panda-shaped Red Bean Buns (which looks like Kai Kai’s head) and Bamboo Rice, among other Chinese dishes.

A colourful mural at the exit of the Giant Panda Forest – The Frozen Tundra attraction was supposed to be here (opening as part of the Singapore Zoo instead), but for now it’s just an attractive wall.

To be continued

River safari photo tour.

nature , park , photos:nex , riversafari , singapore

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