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Burp Kitchen & Bar at Bishan Park to close in late July 2025 due to challenging F&B scene in Singapore
If you're a regular at Bishan Park, you should be familiar with Burp Kitchen & Bar – a glasshouse-style café serving hearty Western dishes and daily brunches. Unfortunately, those relaxed meals spent surrounded by nature in this homely space will soon come to an end, as it's soon to close for good in a month's time.
In a lengthy six-slide Instagram post dated June 17, 2025, the café announces its impending July 27 closure, while taking the opportunity to thank both its new and loyal customers and reminisce on the fulfilling journey over the past decade.
The post states, 'Despite our best efforts, blood, sweat and tears, the current F&B scene has proven too challenging for us to continue pushing on. As much as we love seeing you walk through our doors, this has been a bittersweet and tough decision and we're devastated to say goodbye.'
In line with everything else that has been happening in Singapore's food industry, one can probably guess that high rental fees and an increase of general operating costs are the main reasons for Burp's departure. Other well-loved F&B establishments that have recently shuttered, or announced upcoming closures, include beloved pastry café Flor Patisserie; Maxi Coffee Bar at Ann Siang; Wala Wala at Holland Village; and private members' club 1880.
Burp goes on to thank all its past and present staff for their hard work and dedication. 'Restaurant work isn't easy. It takes commitment, thick skin and [a] good sense of humour. Your efforts have never gone unnoticed, you've shown grace, warmth and dedication. There are no words that clearly express the love and gratitude we feel for our staff [who] worked hard to keep the vision alive'.
It is not clear as to whether Burp Kitchen & Bar has any plans to relocate, or whether another eatery will be taking over the space. Once Burp leaves the premises after July 27, 2025, Bishan Park will be left with Grub Pasta Kitchen and McDonald's as its remaining F&B outlets. Pet-friendly dining venue Palm Garden, and Japanese restaurant ToriYard, have also since closed their outlets at Bishan Park.
