Middle Child Bar

About Middle Child Bar

Middle Child Bar is a lively community club, chicken house, and wine bar nestled along Middle Road in the heart of Bugis, Singapore. Created by the creative minds behind the 21Moonstone Neighbours Group, this vibrant spot abandons stiff dining rules and formal postures in favor of punchy flavors, unpretentious vibes, and spontaneous gatherings. It serves as an in-between neighbourhood joint where dinner effortlessly blurs into late-night drinks, upbeat DJ sets, and dancing.

At the core of the kitchen is a dedication to chicken prepared in every crowd-pleasing way—charcoal-grilled, buttermilk-marinated and fried, or stacked tall between burger buns. Complemented by generous sharing plates and sides, the dining style is unapologetically hands-on. Drinkers are invited to step right up to the tall wine fridge to browse and grab bottles on their own, accompanied by cold beers, spirited cocktails, and sake. Whether stopping by for a sunlit afternoon lunch, unwinding after hours, or taking on a fiery wing challenge, Middle Child welcomes everyone just as they are.

Middle Child Bar: Bugis's Unapologetic Chicken House and Wine Den

Tucked into the ground floor of lyf Bugis at 200 Middle Road, Middle Child Bar carves out a space that refuses to fit into conventional dining boxes. Part chicken joint, part community club, and part self-service bottle shop, the venue was conceptualized by the creative crew behind 21Moonstone Neighbours Group. It embraces the spirit of the oft-overlooked middle child—playful, energetic, a little chaotic, but full of heart and impossible to forget once experienced.

From the moment you step inside, the ambiance steers well clear of stiff restaurant etiquette or formal sommelier speeches. Big windows flood the corner space with daylight, welcoming everything from casual weekday lunches and people-watching sessions to midday check-ins. As daylight wanes, the vibe ramps up. Funky soundtracks fill the air, DJ nights take over, and the space morphs into an upbeat neighborhood hangout where dinner smoothly evolves into party mode.

The Chicken House: Loud Flavors and Hands-On Feasting

Food at Middle Child revolves around a singular passion: chicken served every way imaginable. The kitchen takes poultry seriously while keeping the atmosphere fun and informal. Diners can dig into tender charcoal-grilled chicken—available as single thighs, doubles, half birds, or whole chickens—seasoned with either smokey Cajun herbs or spicy Peri-Peri, complete with hearty sides like roasted potatoes, sauteed mushrooms, or spiced rice.

Fried chicken devotees have just as much to celebrate. Cut pieces and tenders are marinated in buttermilk before taking a dip in crunchy batter. Diners can customize their orders with eclectic sauces such as Dijonaise with Cajun seasoning, cooling Sichuan peppercorn with coriander crema, or hot honey laced with Sichuan chili oil. For the truly adventurous, the kitchen cooks up tiered hot wings ranging from mild to fiery, including a Super Hot Challenge that rewards fast eaters with a free pint and leaderboard bragging rights.

Generous Sharing Plates and Big Buns

Beyond grilled and fried cuts, the menu features stacked burgers like the Sichuan Fried Chicken Burger, the Peri Peri Burger with sweet pineapple, and a hearty Cajun-spiced oyster mushroom burger. Plates are built to be shared across communal tables. Highlights include savory chicken sisig packed with liver and garlic, grilled chicken baked rice smothered in melted mozzarella, crispy fried chicken skin with chipotle mayo, and creamy burrata dressed in chili crisp and hot honey.

Explore the Fridge

The drink program keeps things equally relaxed. Instead of navigating an intimidating wine list, visitors are invited to head over to the tall wine cooler, open the doors, and browse the bottles directly. Unfussy wines, crisp beers, chilled sake, and lively cocktails mean guests spend less time analyzing vintages and more time enjoying the gathering. It is an honest, soulful Bugis destination made for staying late and meeting friends in the middle.

Signature items

• Charcoal Grilled Chicken Thigh
• Fried Wings & Drumlets
• Sichuan Fried Chicken Burger
• Chicken Sisig
• Burrata
• SUPER HOT Fried Wings

Menu

Sides

• Roasted Potatoes — Oven-roasted potato side
• Mini Salad — Fresh petite green salad
• House Slaw — Crisp shredded cabbage slaw
• Sauteed Mushrooms — Tender mushrooms sautéed in seasoning
• Crispy Fries — Golden, crispy fried potatoes
• Corn Salsa — Sweet corn tossed with zesty seasonings
• Spiced Rice — Aromatic rice cooked with house spices
• Mashed Potatoes — Mashed potato side

Drinks

• Wine & Sake — Selection of natural and approachable wines from the self-serve fridge, plus sake
• Cocktails & Spirits — Playful house cocktails and poured spirits
• Beer — Cold draft and bottled beers

Sauces

• Original with Chipotle Mayo — Classic house sauce blend with smoky chipotle mayo
• Dijonaise with Cajun Seasoning — Creamy mustard blend with punchy Cajun spice
• Hot Honey & Sichuan Chilli Oil — Sweet honey infused with fiery Sichuan chili crisp
• Sichuan Peppercorn with Coriander Crema — Numbing peppercorn paired with cooling herb crema

Burgers

• Grilled Chicken Burger — Grilled chicken thigh, chipotle mayo, house slaw, and pickled onion with choice of side
• Sichuan Fried Chicken Burger — Chicken tenders, Sichuan chili mayo, house slaw, and pickled onions with choice of side
• Peri Peri Chicken Burger — Peri-peri chicken thigh, lettuce, pickled onions, and pineapple with choice of side
• Fried Chicken Burger — Fried chicken thigh, lettuce, fried egg, and hot sauce with choice of side
• Mushroom Burger — Oyster mushroom, Cajun spice, dijonaise, greens, and pickled onion with choice of side

Dietary

• Dietary Options — Vegetarian and gluten-free friendly dishes noted on the menu

Challenge

• Super Hot Wings Challenge — Eat six ultra-spicy wings quickly to get your wings and a pint on the house

Fried Chicken

• Wings & Drumlets — Buttermilk marinated, battered, and fried, with choice of signature sauce
• Chicken Leg — Buttermilk battered fried chicken leg with choice of signature sauce
• Chicken Tenders — Crispy fried chicken tenders served with choice of signature sauce
• HOT Fried Wings — Six pieces of spicy fried chicken wings with choice of mild, spicy, or hot AF heat level
• SUPER HOT Fried Wings — Six extra fiery wings; finish fast to make the leaderboard and win your wings and a pint

Sharing Plates

• Bread & Butter — Sourdough bread served with hot honey and butter
• Chargrilled Greens — Seasonal greens, roasted potatoes, corn salsa, chipotle mayo, pickled onion, and parmigiano
• Chicken “sees a” Salad — Lettuce, house slaw, coriander crema, croutons, grilled chicken, and parmigiano
• Grilled Chicken Baked Rice — Spiced rice, chicken thigh, melted mozzarella, and hot sauce
• Burrata — Fresh burrata paired with hot honey, sourdough, and chili crisp
• Fries — Crispy seasoned fries
• Cajun Fries — Crispy fries seasoned with flavorful Cajun spices
• Fried Cauliflower — Crispy fried cauliflower dusted in Cajun seasoning, served with dijonaise
• Mashed Potatoes — Creamy mashed potatoes finished with chicken demi-glaze, cream, and milk
• Fried Chicken Skin — Crispy fried chicken skin paired with chipotle mayo
• Chicken Sisig — Sizzling chicken thigh, liver, garlic, onions, mayo, and soy sauce

Location & Contact

• Singapore Location — Conveniently situated at lyf Bugis on Middle Road with WhatsApp and online reservations

Charcoal Grilled Chicken

• Boneless Chicken Thigh — Grilled chicken thigh with choice of Smokey Cajun or Peri-Peri, served with one side
• Double Boneless Chicken Thighs — Two grilled chicken thighs with choice of Smokey Cajun or Peri-Peri, served with one side
• Half Chicken — Charcoal-grilled half chicken with choice of Smokey Cajun or Peri-Peri, served with one side
• Whole Chicken — Charcoal-grilled whole chicken with choice of Smokey Cajun or Peri-Peri, served with one side

Frequently asked questions

Where is Middle Child Bar located?

Middle Child Bar is located at 200 Middle Road, #01-03, inside lyf Bugis, Singapore 188980.

What are the operating hours?

The bar is open Tuesday through Sunday from 12:00 PM to midnight. It is closed on Mondays.

What style of food does Middle Child Bar serve?

The menu centers around chicken prepared in various styles—charcoal grilled, buttermilk fried, and stacked in burgers—along with sharing plates, salads, and vegetable dishes.

How does the wine selection work?

Guests are encouraged to walk right up to the tall wine fridge, open it up, and explore bottles of wine and sake directly.

Are there vegetarian options available?

Yes, the menu includes vegetarian sharing plates such as Bread & Butter with hot honey, Chargrilled Greens, Burrata with chili crisp, Cajun Fries, Fried Cauliflower, and a Mushroom Burger.

What is the Super Hot Wings challenge?

Guests who finish 6 pieces of Super Hot Fried Wings within quick time to make the leaderboard win their order of wings and one pint for free.

How can I make a reservation or get in touch?

Reservations can be placed online through Oddle, by phone at +65 8015 0504, or via WhatsApp.

Tips

• {"body":"Do not wait for a formal wine list; head over to the fridge and pick out a chilled bottle of wine or sake yourself.","title":"Browse the Bottle Fridge"}
• {"body":"If you can handle serious heat, attempt the Super Hot Fried Wings challenge to earn free food and a pint on the leaderboard.","title":"Take on the Wing Challenge"}
• {"body":"Stop by in the afternoon for sunlit street views and lunch, then stick around as evening DJs ramp up the party vibe.","title":"Visit from Day into Night"}
• {"body":"Portions like the chicken sisig, baked rice, and burrata are made for passing around and sharing.","title":"Order Plates for the Table"}

Good to know

• {"dietary":"Offers vegetarian (V) and gluten-free (GF) marked dishes including burrata, grilled greens, and mushroom burgers."}