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The Baker's
Those who like sourdough but find its crust too hard to chew will welcome the “localised” artisanal loaves from heartland bakery chain The Baker’s.
20 Dishes Only
As the name suggests, the menu focuses on just 20 dishes priced from $6.80 upwards.
Humo
In May 2026, chef-owner Jordi Jou Temple introduced Sol Nami, a concept within the restaurant, where he serves food that is a heightened version of the Spanish-Japanese dialogue.
Noor
At Noor Singapore, labneh is kissed by yuzu, miso finds its way to hummus, charcoal-grilled seafood is finished with smoked kombu butter, and sashimi is cured with sake.
Casa Mori
Just a glance through the menu at Casa Mori will tell diners they are not in a Spanish restaurant. Not when the offerings include Kalipoquetas, Mochi Churros and Hokkien Mee Fideua...
Saikyo Pasta
What started as a home-based business in 2024 has now evolved into a cosy 12-seat Japanese-Italian pasta bar at Icon Village. The menu is straightforward, offering three cooked-to-...
Udipi Ganesh Vilas
The extensive menu will leave you spoilt for choice, so gun for the set meals to have a taste of several items at once.
Yakizakana Ramen
Have you tried fish ramen before? This is one unique ramen spot to visit.
33 Vegetarian Food
The vegetarian steamed “chicken” rice can pass for the real McCoy, from its pale sheen to its springy texture with a firm bite.
Fireplace by Bedrock
To make sure its burgers – a March addition for lunch – are not overlooked, Bedrock has dyed the buns of its Fireplace Ultimate Burger a vibrant shade of crimson.
AiFOKATO
Its DIY affogato is the perfect post-meal treat of dessert and drink that is neither too sweet nor cloying.
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Bondfire Tavern
The menu at the 80-seat mediaeval fantasy-themed restaurant reads like a fantasy novel. Dishes such as Embercourt, Ryujin and Deepwood Supper come with their own lore, but behind t...
Restaurant Zen
The dining experience starts on the ground floor around a newly installed, intimately lit 16-seat counter served directly by the chefs. Instead of a few bites like before, there wi...
Chin Mee Chin Confectionery
The 26-seat cafe at Nex offers its classic kaya toast sets with freshly toasted buns, soft-boiled eggs and a hot drink. New menu additions include the Curry Potato Pie and Grilled ...
Beng Hiang
My favourite new dish is the Slow-braised Hokkien Duck with Aged Ginger, in which the braising liquid forms a sticky, almost caramel-like glaze on the duck. Those who love ginger w...
Milli
Milli is split across two venues that can take a total of 140 diners, both serving the same food and drink menus, and with the same opening hours.
Yo-Chi Star Vista
Yo-Chi’s most requested topping – Deconstructed Dubai Chocolate – makes a return. It features Pistachio Papi sauce mixed with crispy kataifi and milk chocolate drops.
Smash Street
The 800 sq ft contemporary burger bar specialises in smash burgers – where a ground beef patty is smashed with a burger press on a hot griddle to form a thin patty with crisp, cara...
apres Gelato
Apres, French for next or after, signals the next chapter in chef Mohamed Al-Matin's career.
1887 by Andre
Instead of sitting down to tasting menus that run for hours, diners decide their adventure. The menu has about 60 items, divided broadly into three categories.
Lotteria
The Singapore-exclusive Kimchi Bulgogi Burger features a beef patty glazed with a sweet-savoury bulgogi sauce and topped with kimchi that delivers a gentle, tart kick.
Elephant Grounds
Signatures such as the Mr Shakshuka with toasted sourdough, chorizo, feta and cilantro; all-day breakfast; and Acai Yogurt Bowl are available across all the menus, along with pastr...
Odette
The three-Michelin-starred fine-dining establishment – helmed by French chef Julien Royer – reopened on Dec 10 at the same location at the National Gallery Singapore. The food rema...
Grilled Fish Keisuke
This Japanese-style grilled fish concept – by the Keisuke Group – offers 14 grilled fish and five meat options on the menu. Prices start at $16.90.
Supper Spots
Settle the late-night cravings at these eateries.
Joji's Diner
In true American diner fashion, Joji’s Diner woos customers with big, hearty plates of food.
Miss Saigon
Get the grilled BBQ pork option from Miss Saigon if you are craving something classic or take a chance on one of the specials – the special beef piper lolot, for instance, filled w...
Feng Sheng Kampong Chicken Rice & Steamboat
The lala claypot steamboat ($22++) is another winner. It is the kind of hearty satisfaction you will thank your lucky stars for at 3am, when the weather is finally cool enough to s...
The Gogijip
The dining room may have quietened down, but the kitchen is no less lively, slinging out plates of Ganjang Gejang and bowls of hangover soup.
Good Bites
Good Bites, a 70-seat halal restaurant at Bishan Sports Centre, has cute decor and excellent food.
RK Eating House
It is missing the “t” in its name, but the prata “sunami” floods a feeble plate at RK Eating House with various curries, prata, mutton cubes, chicken tikka, two runny soft-boiled e...
Yakitori One
There is enough bite from cartilage and corn in the meatball, which I swirl in the chef’s secret dipping sauce, mixed with pasteurised egg yolk and grated cheese.
Cafe de Muse
On hot nights, cool off with a bowl of bingsu at Cafe de Muse. Prices start at $18++ if you get it with rice cakes, a brownie or green tea.
KeonBae
Highballs, priced from $6.80, are the highlight here, and diners can choose from those made with soju, shochu or whisky. Staff are on hand to help customers pair drinks with the fo...
Nasi Kandar Saddam
Fifteen to 20 dishes are prepared each day, with fresh batches cooked twice on weekdays and four times on weekends.
Yaseem Nasi Kandar
The curries use spice blends sent directly from the Kuala Lumpur flagship outlet, based on family recipes dating back to 1964. Food is cooked in small batches every two hours. Ever...
Delightful Desserts
Beat the heat with these sweet treats.
King of Chendol
This version is inspired by the Penang-style chendol, with gula melaka that is fragrant but not cloying.
Yat Ka Yan
Get four choices of chendol here: Original, Durian, Yammy and Avocado.
Dove Desserts
Over the decades, Homemade Nyonya Chendol remains a bestseller at this stall.
Jin Jin Dessert
The dessert has a honey-like gula jawa syrup made from unprocessed Indonesian palm sugar which has stronger intensity of flavour and less trace of bitterness.
Kismet Dessert
At Kismet Dessert, its owner makes no bones about the fact that the chendol ingredients are not housemade.
Loulouca
Day-time options – for dine-in or takeaway – include Loulouca’s namesake cake, an elegant take on the classic tiramisu made with sobacha (Japanese buckwheat tea), soft maple cremeu...
Tuan Tuan Yuan Yuan
Most ingredients are made from scratch such as cooking the ginkgo nuts in pandan syrup, and using palm sugar instead of white sugar for a more aromatic finish.
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Cafes & Community
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Hone Bakes
The Korean-inspired store will sport a “woody, rustic feel” and the bakes are on display for customers to help themselves to.
Double Shot Coffee
Aptly named, this coffee spot beckons you to stop by for a quick refuel of double-shot, single-origin brews.
Kahve
Inspired by Tokyo’s kissaten (coffee houses) of the 1970s, this cosy shop – filled with knick-knacks, notes and artwork – is a nostalgic respite for no-frills coffee and bakes.
abseil
This is for those looking for a proper pourover. With its blacked-out windows, dim lighting and minimalist space, it offers a welcome contrast to other neighbours in the building.
Moof
Since its soft launch in May, Moof has gained traction for its speciality matcha drinks – priced from $7 for a classic matcha or hojicha latte.
SJR Thai Coffee & Tea
Conscious that Thai drinks are often regarded as too sweet here, store owner Sojirat “Fah” Narkhruea allows you to customise the sugar level.
Basq & Bean
But the unexpected standout for me is Basq & Bean’s new range of drinks, which are topped with a fresh coconut.
Ah Mah's Legacy
The ang ku kueh fillings are designed to appeal to young and old – flavours include Peanut & White Sesame, Salted Mung Bean, Taro Milk and Milo Gao.
Cafe Mary Grace Singapore
The cafe offers the brand’s famous buns, alongside Singapore-exclusive creations – Salted Egg Ensaymada, with a creamy salted egg centre; and a Kaya Pandan Cheese Roll, with housem...
Park Side
Asian fruit, herbs and spices are showcased in dishes such as Tikka Paneer Toast, Tamarind Hot Honey Chicken Burger and Spiced Fish & Chips.
Merle & Co
This is one for the plant-based pawrents, with pet-friendly indoor and outdoor seating, at the recently launched mixed-use development Lentor Modern.
Dona Manis Heritage Bakehouse
The brand’s iconic banana pie remains on the menu, alongside the chocolate banana pie, apple crumble and heritage chicken pie.
Modern Asian
Savour familiar flavours with a contemporary spin.
Foura
The all-day dining and wellness concept is a nod to four realms of well-being – mental, physical, emotional and relational. The cuisine is contemporary Asian and European, with a f...
South Side Keppel
The team has recently refreshed the dinner menu (5pm to 9pm daily) to cater to a growing evening crowd.
Xava Skybar
The menu offers “globally inspired” cuisine, featuring dishes such as Obsiblue King Prawn Mosaic , king prawns paired with tomato gelee topped with rich lobster cream; Bourbon Glaz...
Iru Den
It is the story of Taiwan that the restaurant seeks to tell. Iru Den turned its attention south two years ago, pivoting from Japanese to Taiwanese produce after chef-owner Javier L...
Satisfy your K-food cravings
Get your fix at these hotspots.
Mom's Touch
Headlining the launch are new Singapore-exclusive items including the Super Thigh Chicken Burger (available for a limited time), which features a crispy chicken patty smothered in ...
Sae Byeok Si Jang
The casual Korean restaurant specialises in seafood and barbecue, with sashimi platters and seafood stir-fries best suited to bigger groups.
Bibim Deli
Diners can pick from a rotating selection of 20 items, including meats, banchan and sauces. Think of it as K-style cai fan – with a plethora of dishes to choose from – meets the pa...
OGOG
The menu is conceptualised around an everyday meal in South Korea, with evergreen items such as kimchi pancake, japchae and oven-baked chicken in soya garlic or gochujang glaze.
Bomul Samgyetang
My picks are the samgyetang with stronger flavours in the broth – Rejuvenation, which is infused with aged black garlic; aromatic Black Truffle; and Spicy Cure, brewed with chilli ...
Mi Bibimbap
Originating in Yanji City, Jilin province, Mi Bibimbap (MiCun Bibimbap in Chinese) boasts more than 1,000 outlets in China.
Jeju Sanghoe & Juk
Jeju Sanghoe & Juk is a 24-seat eatery at the basement of myVillage. Opened in July 2025, it is the second concept from the team behind Korean speciality restaurant Jeju Sanghoe in...
Mincheng Bibimbap
Established in China in 2008, Mincheng Bibimbap made its Singapore entry in 2024.
Kimchi Mama
With prices starting at $5.90 for Mama “Shake Shake” Rice Balls, where diners mix rice, seaweed and other ingredients to make their own rice balls, Kimchi Mama is speaking to diner...
Gwanghwamun Mijin
So serious is Gwanghwamun Mijin that it flies its housemade buckwheat noodles and broth every two weeks from Seoul to Singapore. The broth in which diners dip the noodles is made w...
Gamtan
To set his restaurant apart, South Korean owner Ethan Kim has partnered master Korean butchers and chefs to elevate Korean barbecue in Singapore.
Gochu
Gochu, named after the Korean term for chillies, is stuffed with minced pork before being battered and deep-fried.
Standard Bread
Cottagecore is not the only draw. Fresh loaves are baked every 30 minutes, and those small loaves have a literal pull factor – they are pillowy soft when pulled apart.
Gwangjang Gaon
Local diners have taken to Deulgireum Makguksu, cold buckwheat noodles tossed with perilla oil and topped with perilla seeds and fresh perilla leaves.
Myung Ga II Minipress
Since 2015, Myung Ga I and Myung Ga II have been drawing crowds at Bukit Timah Plaza, serving noodle dishes, stews and donkatsu or pork cutlet. Now, it is expanding into foodcourts...
Indonesian Cuisine
Here's where to go for a taste of authentic Indonesian fare.
Sederhana
Two signatures are Beef Rendang, beef cooked with coconut milk and spices until dark and rich, and Ayam Pop, poached chicken served with sambal.
Kios Minang
The Muslim-owned kiosk is supplied by Rumah Makan Minang’s halal-certified central kitchen in Bedok and serves about 20 dishes daily. Prices are about the same as at the restaurant...
Kulon
The outlet offers 10 variants of bakmi including Bakmi Komplit with seasoned Indonesian-style dry noodles, braised sweet soya sauce chicken, Bakso beef balls, Telur Kecap (braised ...
Meating Places
Where to savour juicy steaks.
Qiji Traditional Fish Maw Soup & Minced Pork Noodles
Order Claypot Nourishing Crocodile Ribs Fish Maw Soup, using ribs from Singapore’s only crocodile farm, Long Kuan Hung Crocodile Farm.
Decker Barbecue
For the ultimate show-stopper, the 14-inch Firehouse Dino Meat Pizza Pie (Fridays to Sundays only) comes topped with a massive Dino Rib, sides and a sparkler for dramatic effect.
Torikizoku
All food and non-alcoholic drinks are priced at $3.90++. Kids’ meals and alcoholic drinks retail at $9.90++.
Hikiniku To Come
There is only one main on its menu: a set meal ($27.90++) that consists of three hamburg steaks made from 100 per cent Japanese beef.
SteakGrill Steakhouse Chef's Table
The clear star of the menu – Best of Aged rib-eye platter for two, comprises a piece each of 360g wet-aged Australian Angus MB4 and 300g dry-aged Australian Angus MB4. Both steaks ...
La Vache!
What it lacks in menu variety, it makes up for in ambience – maximalist by design, with lively French tunes, red-leather banquettes and friendly waiters ready to offer a tip or two...
Nikuya Tanaka
If you are a card-carrying wagyu devotee, the first international outpost of this award-winning restaurant is well worth checking out.
Steak Sudaku
Omi beef, often said to be the oldest brand of Japanese beef, swaggers in on a hot plate at Steak Sudaku from Japan.
Seoul Restaurant
Handon pork belly is available a la carte for barbecue ($32 for 150g). It is also included in the restaurant’s barbecue buffet spread, priced at $49 a person at lunch and $79 a per...
8 Korean BBQ
On the menu are Hanwoo Galbi Tang or Hanwoo Beef Noodle Soup and Hanwoo Beef Bibimbap.
Resilience Warriors
Support these F&B operators as they keep cooking despite failure and loss.
Bumbu Restaurant
The cooking remains traditional and labour-intensive with dishes such as Beef Rendang, made with beef shank slow-cooked in housemade spice mix for about five hours.
Reuben's
The stall offers more than 10 pasta and main course options. Owner Reuben Koh wants to redefine coffee-shop Western fare by offering diners dishes more commonly found in higher-end...
Westlake
New additions to the menu to mark its anniversary include Claypot Chilli Frog Leg and Stir Fried Beancurd With Green Chilli - added to appeal to younger diners.
Old Fisherman
Former actor Huang Yiliang's aim is to offer restaurant-quality dishes at affordable prices.
Pete’s Mediterranean Grill
Signature items include Lamb Kofta Rice, featuring charcoal-grilled lamb and tahini sauce, and Chicken Hummus – a plate of charcoal-grilled spice-marinated chicken served with a ho...
MareMyst
Algerian hawker Yahiaoui El-Hani opened MareMyst in December 2025, serving North African dishes such as chermoula-spiced chicken and mutton stew rice.
Ollella
Core products include Signature Spiced Lapis; Lemper Ayam, glutinous rice roll with spiced chicken filling; and Kueh Dadar, pandan crepe with grated coconut filling.
Eddy's
The signature Duck Confit With Mashed Potato is cooked sous vide for up to 16 hours. Each order is pan-fried and finished with a blowtorch for crisp skin, and served with herbed ma...
Hai Nan Zai
For Mr Teo, who fries carrot cake and char kway teow at Hai Nan Zai stall, work has always been inseparable from survival.
Woody Family Peranakan Cafe
Woody’s Specialty Nasi Ulam – a mix of seven fresh herbs, dried seafood and housemade sambal belachan – takes about nine hours to prepare a batch.
Eat 3 Cuts
The Pipa Duck, a classic Cantonese dish not easily available in Singapore, is prepared by butterflying the raw duck, which is marinated with housemade seafood sauce, then charcoal-...
Where to eat on Sentosa
Savour the island life at these eateries.
Pop Bakery
The bakery showcases various Pop Mart characters in the form of Instagram-worthy desserts crafted by RWS pastry chef Sherie Quek and her team.
People People Brewing Co
The Czech pilsner is People People’s creme de la creme. It is made with grain, hops and yeast imported from the Czech Republic, which has a deep-rooted beer tradition and is the bi...
Drim Gold
The real standout of the meal is ironically the $33++ Signature Noodles, the one dish that feels like it has nothing to prove. Made with 100 per cent buckwheat cold noodles and dri...
Moutarde
The star of Moutarde is its live carvery station, which showcases whole wood-fire roasted cuts (rotated daily) such as Australian Prime Rib, New Zealand Lamb Leg and XXL Turbot.
Pierre Herme Paris
A curved display counter takes centre stage on level one, featuring French pastry chef Pierre Herme’s signature macarons, cakes, pastries and chocolates. For a more leisurely sit-d...
The Coach Coffee Shop
The attention to detail is best showcased in the drinks department, with its C-shaped ice “cubes”, popsicles and chocolate pieces; as well as location-exclusive soft-serve flavours...
Jumbo Premium
Besides its iconic chilli crab, go for the dim sum items such as the red ruby dumplings with fresh mushrooms and black truffle sauce.
Skirt
The restaurant’s other plate of prized red meat is its dry-aged duck (from $58++), trimmed with glassy strips of fat that have been crisped up on a lively flame and glazed with an ...
Standard Bread
Cottagecore is not the only draw. Fresh loaves are baked every 30 minutes, and those small loaves have a literal pull factor – they are pillowy soft when pulled apart.
Tea Time
Sip on these fruity, floral or herbal brews.
Rituals of Kora
Opened in October 2025 is Rituals of Kora, a soothing matcha spot perfect for a leisurely afternoon.
Blue Box Cafe
Live out your Breakfast at Tiffany's fantasy at Tiffany & Co's new Blue Box Cafe. The breakfast set includes housemade granola, pastries and soft-boiled egg topped with caviar.
SIP at SAM
If you ever thought the Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark was too “ulu” (Singlish for remote), the new Cantonment MRT station will change your mind.
Matsu Matcha
While matcha is still a perennial crowd favourite, hojicha (roasted Japanese green tea) is fast gaining traction with its toasty notes.
Molly Tea
The brand’s signature brews include Premium Jasmine Milk Tea, made with double-petal jasmine flowers from Guangxi, and Snowy Jasmine, an upgraded version of jasmine milk tea topped...
White Bar
Teas are brewed in small batches and fruit garnishes are sliced to order. Sweetness is controlled, flavours stay sharp and the drinks taste clean rather than sugary.
LimCha Teahouse Cafe
The cafe invites customers to slow down and savour traditional Teochew tea culture in a modern space.
ChaPanda
Founded in 2008 in Chengdu, Sichuan, the Chinese brand has shifted from offering bubble tea to fruit-based tea beverages, alongside milk tea.
Luli Singapore
At Luli Singapore’s first outlet at Marina Square, consumers can choose from 22 drinks, with the signature range being caffeine-free “remedy brews” made without tea leaves.
Golden Seed
The premium tea atelier offers 12 handpicked varieties from across Asia – including the sought-after first flush of Xi Hu Long Jing and the smooth, fruity Li Shan High Mountain Tea...
Origin Teahouse
Origin Teahouse, which positions itself as a 100 per cent fresh and natural tea beverage brand, does not use artificial flavourings, additives or sweeteners in its beverages.
Chicken Rice Renaissance
Find out which one is worth the calories.
Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice
The menu here features several Jewel-exclusive items, such as the Tian Tian Heritage Platter – with ngoh hiang, Hainanese pork chop, Thai-style fried tofu, tiger-prawn beancurd rol...
Feng Sheng Kampong Chicken Rice & Steamboat
The lala claypot steamboat ($22++) is another winner. It is the kind of hearty satisfaction you will thank your lucky stars for at 3am, when the weather is finally cool enough to s...
Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop
The chicken rice that comes with the wings is terrific, so infused with chicken (or chicken powder) flavour.
Ming Kee Chicken Rice & Porridge
Many places dunk their poached chickens in ice water to stop the cooking, but this stall goes to the next level. When I peer through the glass panel of the stall, I see a block of ...
Today Kampung Chicken Rice Restaurant
The eatery is an ode to heritage hawker cuisine, as well as the historical significance of Tiong Bahru, which is Singapore’s first public housing estate.
Singabola Chicken Rice
The rice is decently cooked with a chewy texture and you can taste the individual grains. While not the tastiest, it has a reasonable level of flavour from shallots, garlic, old gi...
Sam Leong St. Chicken Rice
The eatery uses halal-certified chickens and automation in the kitchen to streamline the cooking processes.
Hai Ge Ji Hainanese Chicken Rice
The air-conditioned contemporary-meets-vintage themed outlet, which occupies the first storey of a shophouse unit in North Bridge Road, can seat 50 diners.
Pizza Parade
Load up on artisanal pizza at these pizzerias.
Osteria Mozza
Instead of the round, puffy pizza served at the former Hilton outlet, the new menu will feature pizza alla pala – a longer, thinner version with fewer toppings and more crunch.
Bami Express
Banh mi specialist Bami Express in Tanjong Pagar has added thin-crust pizzas to its menu, getting a slice of the growing pizza trend in Singapore.
Pizza Studio Tamaki
PST’s pizza have a special touch – the pizzaiolo throws Okinawan salt on the floor of the oven before sliding the pie in, to season the crust.
Goldenroy Sourdough Pizza
The 25cm x 25cm pizzas are good for two people. Among the bestsellers are pies topped with seafood, including Kryptonite ($29), with clams and garlic; and Spongebob’s Revenge ($34)...
Chooby Pizza
Prices start at $16 for a Margherita topped with San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte and pecorino cheeses, basil and olive oil. This, together with Spiced Coconut Chicken, topped w...
Blue Label Pizza & Wine
The pies are priced from $35, and options include The Travis Supreme, topped with ground beef, sesame on the crust and cheddar-bacon melt; and J-Dog, topped with pork sausage, baco...
Roberta’s
Its pies are priced from $26 for a Margherita, and bestsellers in Singapore include the Bee Sting, topped with tomato, mozzarella, basil, spicy Calabrese salami, chilli and honey. ...
La Bottega Enoteca
Chef Antonio Miscellaneo calls his restaurant the “Disneyland of pizza” because he offers different styles - Newpolitan, Roman-style Double Crunch and La Foccacia di Recco, an unle...
Vincenzo Capuano
Chef Vincenzo Capuano wants diners to see for themselves how special his dough is. He wants them to take in the large pockets of air in the cornicione or the puffy rim of the pizza...
The Long Weekend Pizza
These are Neapolitan-style pizzas, complete with a bubbling, leopard-spotted crust.
Sandwich Shops
Get your fix of fully-loaded focaccia sandwiches.
Between Buns Deli
The deli prides itself on bold flavours and its menu is anchored by crowd pleasers such as the chicken sandwich that made Between Buns a cult favourite.
Le Matin Petit
What chef Mohamed Al-Matin is focusing on are his new offerings: sandwiches made with sourdough brioche, gelato and parfait desserts.
Cat & the Fiddle (Tampines 1)
Diners at the six-seat Tampines 1 store, which opened in January 2026, can order from a menu of four sandwiches: Turkey Ham, Honey Baked Chicken Ham, Beef Pastrami and Smoked Salmo...
Mamma Mia Focaccia
Customers can choose from 10 sandwiches, which are available in full and half portions. The focaccia dough is proofed for 24 hours and then there is a second, three-hour rise befor...
Big Mouth Bakehouse
The bread dough – fermented for 12 to 15 hours – is tailored to local textural preferences. Fluff Bakery's Nursyazanna Syaira Md Suhimi says it is the perfect vehicle for sandwiche...
Yeast Side
One of its bestsellers is Bestside Sandwich ($15), filled with maple bacon, egg salad and fried onion rings.
Joo Chiat Jaunt
Check out the new concepts in the lively neighbourhood.
Foxy's Chikn
The chicken is brined in housemade buttermilk, coated in spice-laced batter and served with coleslaw, ranch dressing and sauces made in-house, with attention to the smallest detail...
Bastille Bakery
Good bakeries are a dime a dozen in Joo Chiat, but Bastille, which opened in September 2025, stands out by being unapologetically French. This is one of few places in Singapore whe...
Marlow's Deli
The salt beef sanga, its star item, is inspired by the salt beef bagels of London and Katz’s Delicatessen in New York.
Gaudi Room
Here is a little slice of Barcelona in Singapore. At the front of the house, a celebration of the city’s tapas bars, rustic and homely. And at the back, a tribute to its greatest a...
The Viet Roti
What founder Lynn Tay sells is not capital A authenticity, but banh mi by way of Singapore. Think flavours like kaya butter and mushroom with tau kwa.
Dutch Door
The one thing guests do not have to worry about at Dutch Door is choice paralysis. The bar, which operates out of – what else? – a Dutch door at Cheeers Bistro & Bar, serves only o...
60ml
60ml – a speakeasy nestled at the back of Spanish restaurant Asador – is a classy hideaway themed after 1930s America. It commits to the theme with oxblood banquettes, murals and p...
Affordable French and Italian
Go for classic French fare and pasta that won't break the bank.
sio Pasta
The Japanese accent in sio pasta’s offerings is unmistakable, and may make even the sassiest Italian nonna weep.
rumeL Cucina
The first rumeL opened at Bugis+ in June 2025, proclaiming that it served “Singapore’s cheapest sourdough Neapolitan pizza”. It still makes that claim on its website, and prices of...
Bouillon Gavroche
Simplicity is the name of the game at this 3,000 sq ft restaurant. You will not find any pressed white tablecloths here or complex dishes dressed to the nines. In fact, each dish i...
Les Canons
In the spirit of accessibility, all food is priced below $25++. Wine is also available by the glass, starting at $8++ for a house pour.
Les Ducs
Since launching its bouillon menu in March, footfall has picked up, and the lunch service is often packed with both returning customers and new visitors seeking a fuss-free bite.
Wine Down at Wine Bars
Head to these bars for good wine, food and value.
Les Climats
This friendly neighbourhood wine shop happens to serve the same cheese as Singapore’s top restaurants, one of the leftover perks from owner Rajeshwaran Gopal’s long career in fine ...
Mag's
The original European-leaning menu has been replaced with Wafu cuisine – a Japanese-inspired approach that blends local and modern European influences.
Temper
The menu buzzes with flavour. Get a whole turbot in the name of sybaritic indulgence or opt for something more casual but no less tasty – the French dip sandwich.
Wildcard
Owner Denise Lum wants Wildcard’s next chapter to be underpinned by even more intentional hospitality. That means Thursday jazz nights and Sunday test kitchens, in which guest chef...
The Champagnery
Tucked behind a sandwich shop in Amoy Street is The Champagnery, a speakeasy lounge dedicated exclusively to bubbly – out to prove that champagne does not have to be reserved for s...
Big Wine Freaks
Big Wine Freaks launched its Second-Round programme in October 2025. Rare, large-format bottles – think magnums and double magnums costing up to a few thousand dollars – are popped...
Best Food & Drink 2025
Find out which eateries made the cut on our annual list.
Loca Niru
While it is billed as a modern Japanese-French restaurant, it is the South-east Asian influences in the food that make its Nagano-born Japanese chef Shusuke Kubota one to watch.
Revolution Wine Bistro
At dinner, chef Sunny Leong serves a $98-a-person tasting menu showcasing his talent and finesse. Those attributes are also on display at lunch, which offers terrific bang for your...
The Weirdoughs
It is when you bite into the bread that you notice the difference. No Nutella-smothered croissants or burnt sourdough here. Just golden pillows with the right amount of crunch, tho...
Ten Ten Otoko
Ten Ten Otoko earns the Best Food Stall nod for serving restaurant-quality Japanese food starting at $9.90.
Basement at Tangs at Tang Plaza
Several food halls and foodcourts underwent major revamps in 2025, but none made a splash quite like Basement at Tangs at Tang Plaza.
Choon Hoy Parlor
In a city filled with chefs putting out intricate, technically flawless and complex dishes, the best dish of 2025 is the humble Chye Ber at Choon Hoy Parlor.
Artichoke
Home-grown chef Bjorn Shen has transformed his 15-year-old establishment into a New School Pizza Parlour dishing out delicious stuffed slabs of carby goodness. But it is his Creamy...
Bee Hoe Coffee
What sets this Salted Milk Coffee apart is the salt in it. There is just enough salt to tickle the tongue, to replenish the electrolytes, to trigger an obsession.
Luli Singapore
Luli Singapore’s Roselle Tangerine Peel Zest is 2025’s standout brew.
Mondo
Though ambitious, most of Mondo’s flavours hit the mark. It is, at its core, deeply satisfying ice cream: smooth as silk, sweet but not overly so and just sinful enough to make eac...
Tiong Bahru Bakery
Chilli crab may have been the dominant flavour presiding over the SG60 celebrations, but the one thing I have kept returning for is Tiong Bahru Bakery’s Milo Dinosaur Shio Pan.
Scarpetta
One Singaporean restaurant has kept pace with these cult favourites. Walk past Scarpetta on any weekday evening and you are likely to see a line of 30-plus hopefuls vying for a pla...
Food Hall Finds
Feast at these fast-casual concepts in shopping malls.
Kucina Kiosko
Kucina Kiosko is a Muslim-friendly stall at the mall’s Food Republic serving freshly made pasta, sourdough pizza and Italian desserts at affordable prices.
Kikanbo
Tokyo ramen chain Kikanbo marks its debut here, offering the bold flavours that the brand is known for.
Andy's Pie
Dig into the golden buttery crusts of the chicken pie or mashed potato top of the shepherd’s pie. Both are packed with chicken chunks and vegetables and priced from $6.80 for a sma...
Karekami
What sets its vegetable-based Japanese curry apart from others is the addition of local spices, for a “more home-grown taste”, says owner A.J. Fong. The teriyaki sauce is also made...
Shabu Bar
The counter-style Shabu Bar is where you can enjoy individual hotpot without breaking the bank. Its two counters can seat a total of 24 diners.
Jiao Tai Yuan Handmade Dumplings
Jiao Tai Yuan Handmade Dumplings' co-owner Fan Xin wants to showcase northern Chinese dumplings made using premium ingredients, such as Yunnan’s matsutake mushrooms.
Yuen Kee Dumpling
Bestsellers include the Shrimp & Vegetable Pork Dumplings in Cantonese Style Soup, and the Viral Mixed Sauce With Chilli Oil, made with a houseblend of soya sauce, peanut paste and...
Zhang Ji Yun Jiao
Here, the xiao long bao is nearly 5cm wide, with a fluffy, chewy skin made from fermented glutinous rice wine lees, which take two days to prepare.
SG60 icons
Celebrate these home-grown brands that have stood the test of time.
Red Star Restaurant
Four chefs opened it 51 years ago: Sin Leong, Hooi Kok Wai, Tham Yui Kai and Lau Yoke Pui. They were known as the Heavenly Kings of Singapore cuisine and were the most important Ch...
Komalas Vilas
Established in 1947, Komala Vilas restaurant has been a reliable go-to for authentic Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Samy's Curry
A meal of fish head curry at Samy’s Curry is best enjoyed under the whirring fans in the main dining hall, set amid the lush greenery in Dempsey Road.
Guan Hoe Soon
Established in 1953, Guan Hoe Soon in 200 Joo Chiat Road holds the honour of being Singapore’s oldest Peranakan restaurant.
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle
What sets it apart is the large dose of black vinegar, which die-hard fans swear by. That is what gives the noodles zing.
Islamic Restaurant
One of founder M. Abdul Rahiman's special dishes was a Turkish-Indian style of briyani cooked in copper pots. The meat is marinated in a secret blend of about 25 spices.
Jian Bo Shui Kueh
What makes its rice cakes stand out is their smooth and springy consistency, and the killer topping. Chye poh, or preserved radish, is the main component.
Keng Eng Kee Seafood
What started as a hawker stall in Old Havelock Road in the 1970s has evolved into a zi char institution frequented by high-profile chefs and celebrities.
Nasi Lemak Revival
Try these modern twists on the beloved hawker staple.
Jinjja Chicken
The K-Nasi Lemak is available until end-April at Jinjja Chicken branches and Jinjja Kitchen outlet at Changi Airport.
So Lemak
For the Grilled Nasi Lemak, coconut rice, ikan bilis, peanuts and sambal are wrapped into a pyramid using banana leaves. It launches in May at the Ang Mo Kio outlet.
Malayan Settlement
The arborio rice is cooked to order using pandan-infused vegetable broth and coconut milk.
The Kumpong Boys
Frozen chicken legs are brined for up to 12 hours to keep them juicy. The spice paste is prepared from scratch, using lemongrass, fresh ginger, shallot and garlic.
Kokoyo Nyonya Delights
Another crowd favourite is the Nasi Lemak Beef Rendang, which features collagen-packed beef shin.
Old is gold
Don’t miss these favourites from our archives.
Hakka Leipopo
The creamy green lei cha does not contain tea. It is made with Thai sweet basil, fresh coriander, roasted peanuts and toasted white sesame seeds, lightly seasoned with salt and gro...
28 Noodles
Overall, the noodles are more than decent and I prefer this old-school taste over newfangled versions with ramen eggs or scallops on half-shell.
Biryani Concepts
The lip-smacking spicy biryani continues to be the star item. Options include biryani with Hyderabad chicken, jackfruit or brinjal.
Restaurant Jag
On the second floor of art gallery STPI, the 40-seat space is a much better canvas for chef Jeremy Gillon’s vegetable-forward cuisine.
Hapiha Mediterranean Taverna
The cuisine is Mediterranean with Greek, Albanian, Turkish and Italian influences.
Cheeky Bee Hoon
I start on my bowl of Signature Cheeky Bee Hoon and swoon. It is everything I want that day: a hot bowl of noodles in a rich stock full of oomph, filled with rice noodles, minced p...
808 Eating House
Never to be taken off the menu is Pickled Quail Eggs, which nails the flavours of vinegared pig trotters. It is the perfect starter, perking up the appetite.
Tracy's Sarawak Kitchen
The most underrated yet spectacular dish is the Mani Cai Fried Egg. Deep-fried dried prawns add savoury accents to the dish. An egg is added, but so quickly tossed over high heat, ...
Shamiana Restaurant
Pani Puri Shots, each holding a small amount of potato onion masala and served on shot glasses of a jeera (cumin) and mint infusion, make for an addictive textural delight.
New CBD eats
Escape from the corporate jungle at these eateries in the Central Business District.
Tomatillo Mexican Food & Bar
Offerings include Nachos & Guacamole (from $12), Tacos Al Pastor ($12 for two) and Chicken Enchiladas ($16 for three). Cocktails, including Margarita and Mojito, are priced at $16 ...
KeonBae
Highballs, priced from $6.80, are the highlight here, and diners can choose from those made with soju, shochu or whisky. Staff are on hand to help customers pair drinks with the fo...
Monts & Terroirs
At the store, prices of the Comte range from $5.30 to $6.20 for 100g. The 28-seat bistro offers cheese-sharing platters priced at $36 for a selection of five cheeses, good for thre...
ChefLam's Sichuan Cuisine
Restaurants offering the numbing food of Sichuan abound in Singapore, but a new brand is looking to make inroads by offering a wider range of the cuisine.
Autobar
The food menu draws from Thai, Chinese, Peranakan and Malay cuisines.
Nomada
Nomada features a contemporary spin on Spanish cuisine, inspired by Spanish chef Gonzalo Landin’s culinary journey and travels.
Yakiniku Gyubei
It offers value-for-money lunch sets from $13.90.
Yakitori One
There is enough bite from cartilage and corn in the meatball, which I swirl in the chef’s secret dipping sauce, mixed with pasteurised egg yolk and grated cheese.
Koko Cafe & Patisserie
My favourite cake is the classic strawberry shortcake ($10), layered with a moist vanilla sponge cake and fluffy whipped cream. A whole eight-inch version of the cake is available ...
Best eats of 2024
Run, don't walk to our picks for the best newcomers of 2024.
Yoshi's Kitchen
The Pandan Gula Melaka Lapis is inspired by ondeh ondeh, and has a shard of gula melaka embedded in the middle. When steamed, it mixes with the rice flour and takes on a molten tex...
Na Oh
In my seven visits to Na Oh since it opened, I have found the quality of the food to be consistently excellent. Skill and effort show on every plate, in every bowl.
Ami Patisserie
Eaten as soon as the croissant lands on the table or straight from the takeaway bag, the crisp outside yields to whirls of buttery lightness inside. There is a faint tang to the pa...
Choon Hoy Parlor
Choon Hoy Parlor’s soulful food, served in a comfortable, air-conditioned restaurant at fair prices, makes it the Best Mid-priced Restaurant of 2024.
Hayop Ni Manam
This crispy platter of pig parts – pork jowl and cheek at Filipino restaurant Hayop Ni Manam – is irresistible.
Pete's Place
The tiramisu is flawless. The balance between cake and cream, bitter and sweet is spot on.
Yelemon
Yelemon’s bold move to offer a less-conventional vegetable-fruit drink selection – deemed a healthier alternative to bubble tea – is to be applauded.
Somma
The dishes stay true to Febbrile’s zeal to present his homeland’s finest, and show his ability to elevate everyday produce without being ostentatious.
StraitsKitchen
Other evergreens that have remained constant include the laksa with a rich and coconutty gravy, double-boiled soup, charcoal-grilled satay and chicken wings.
Dearborn New Bahru
The advanced granola bowl ($15) is, in some ways, the apotheosis of Mr Kong’s six-year journey to perfect this craft. It is the granola bowl for people who do not like granola.
Tiramisu Treats To Try
Some eateries put their spin on the Italian dessert while others remain true to tradition.
Pete's Place
The tiramisu is flawless. The balance between cake and cream, bitter and sweet is spot on.
Da Paolo Gastronomia
The current specials are the matcha tiramisu cup, where Savoiardi biscuits are soaked in matcha tea and topped with matcha powder; and the festive fruitcake tiramisu (available til...
Cat & the Fiddle (Westgate)
The signature tiramisu cheesecake is made with mascarpone, cream and espresso-soaked ladyfingers that provide a full-bodied coffee kick.
Ginger.Lily
A layer of cocoa powder forms the “edible soil”, along with chocolate twigs and a dried and pressed four-leaf clover, to complete the garden theme.
Casa Vostra
The tiramisu is both adult- and child-friendly, and you can sleep tight even after having it at dinner.
Chicco Pasta Bar
Get your camera ready for Chicco Pasta Bar’s pistachio and coffee mascarpone tiramisu, which comes with a cascading layer of creamy mascarpone topped with crunchy pistachio.
Sospiri
Coffee and Marsala wine-soaked ladyfingers are layered with creamy and light mascarpone, and dusted with cocoa powder.
Mad About Mochi
Get your fix of the soft and chewy Japanese confection.
Torori Tenshi no Warabimochi
The Singapore-exclusive matcha-flavoured warabimochi comes with a scoop of ice cream and a side of red bean and kinako.
Madam Ang KK
Three bao flavours incorporate soft and chewy mochi encased in a skin made with Japanese low-gluten flour, which enhances its bite and texture.
Cafe Usagi
Its offerings have expanded to include warabimochi and warabimochi ceremonial Uji matcha latte.
Maru Mochi
Signature options include azuki red bean, purple sweet potato, custard and black sesame.
iBread
Best eaten chilled, it is as soft and pliable as advertised – the mochi stretch score is 100.
Sinpopo Brand
Its extensive kueh range includes peanut-filled mochi and the more traditional muah chee coated in coarsely chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
Baristart
Up the ante and spring for the Espresso Mochi Ice Cream, which adds an espresso shot to pour over the mochi for a do-it-yourself affogato.
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