New cafes and restaurants in November 2024
Singapore is known for its countless food options, yet we often find ourselves returning to the same familiar spots. If you’re a foodie eager to explore fresh flavours, check out these new cafes and restaurants in November 2024.
From an immersive chocolate cafe for dessert lovers to a classy Chinese-inspired bar, these new openings bring even more variety to Singapore’s food scene.
November 2024
1. Awfully Chocolate Experience Cafe
New concept store at Wisma Atria for chocolate lovers
Image credit: Awfully Chocolate Experience Cafe via Google Maps
Dive into a chocolate wonderland with Awfully Chocolate Experience Cafe. Upon entering, you’ll spot chocolatiers in action, crafting treats for all to see.
You might have seen a cheese wheel before but here they have an enormous chocolate wheel. When you’re here, indulge in their Pisang Pisang Cake (from $15), Chocolate Muah Chee (from $15), and Hot Chocolate ($9).
Price: $$
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2. Doran Chicken
Authentic Korean fried chicken from Daegu
Straight from Daegu, Doran Chicken offers 4 flavours of crispy fried chicken – original, 1978 soy sauce, Dalcom Spicy, and Sweet Volcano. This is a great place to come with your friends as you’ll get to try out more flavours without feeling too stuffed
Image credit: @doranchicken via Instagram
To try multiple flavours in one sitting, you can get the Boneless Half & Half (from $20.80) where you can choose 2 different sauces.Other must-try items here would be the Flat Dumplings with Sweet and Spicy Squid Salad (from $17.80) and Sincheon Tteokbokki (from $12.80).
Price: $$
3. Bobo’s Fruit Bar
Cute dry yoghurt bowls
Bobo’s Fruit Bar is a cute little cafe that serves up delicious sweet treats like yoghurt, smoothies, waffles, and drinks. Other than the usual runny yoghurt we are familiar with, they also use dry yoghurt which is an alternative for those who enjoy thicker and creamier textures.
The most popular item here is definitely their yoghurt bowls thanks to how cute yet healthy they are. As the yoghurt is thicker, it can easily be shaped to designs like a koala or even the popular Labubu figurine
Their dry yoghourt bowls come with a choice of 3 toppings – Groovy Grape, Merry Mango, or Sassy Strawberry which all cost $14. Other popular items here would be their yoghourt parfait for only $6 and their Dong Ding Oolong Tea series that starts at just $3.50.
Price: $
4. Nibbies Cafe
Decorate dolls while eating Japanese cuisine
With a calm, Japanese-inspired interior, Nibbies Cafe is a nice comfy spot to chill at.
Image credit: @nibbies.sg via Instagram
In this cafe, other than digging into the delicious and aesthetic food, you can also decorate some Moru dolls (from $15) and make them your own.
Image credit: Kua Jia Ee via Google Maps
Food that we have seen people rave about on Instagram from here includes their Pistachio Matcha ($7), Shibuya honey-glazed toast ($12), and Curry Don ($10).
Price: $
5. Kōhī Roastery & Coffee Bar
All-pink cafe with retro items for sale
This all-pink new outlet of Kōhī in Joo Chiat exudes retro charm, featuring hidden gems like vintage items for sale. While getting your coffee fix here, you can browse through the selection and do some shopping.
Image credit: @kohi_sg via Instagram
Popular drink choices here would be the Iced Houjicha Latte ($7.50), Matcha Latte ($6.50), and Iced White ($7). If you’re feeling adventurous, you can try the Duck Shit Dancong with oolong tea for $6.50.
Price: $
6. Roll Sushi by IPPUDO
Enjoy scenic views of Marina Bay Sands
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Many of us know IPPUDO for their ramen but now they have sushi to rave about too from Roll Sushi. You can get them for dine-in orders but we suggest getting them to-go as you can snack on them while enjoying the breeze and views outside of Marina Bay Sands.
Image adapted from: @ippudosg via Instagram
Some that look exceptionally good are their Samurai Spice Roll ($17), Tokyo Crunch Roll ($23), and Island Sunrise Tatami ($17).
Price: $
7. Wong Fu Fu
Miffy-themed hotpot
This limited-time-only Miffy-inspired Hotpot pop-up at Wong Fu Fu is every Miffy-lover’s dream. The interior and exterior of the store have been Miffi-fied with plush toys, stickers, and other Miffy decor. And the food here is almost too cute to eat.
Image credit: Eatbook
Every dish here has tiny details relating to Miffy but our favourite is the Miffy-shaped collagen for the soup base. You can choose from 4 different types of mini hotpot – Sliced Beef ($26.90), Mixed Seafood ($28.90), Sliced Chicken and Beef ($25.90), or Sliced Chicken Breast ($24.90). As for the sides, truffle fans can get the Truffle Fries with Truffle Mayo Dip ($14.90).
Price: $$
8. Same Days Coffee Stand
Warm vibes & fancy furniture
Same Days Coffee Stand is hidden within an atas furniture store so you bet the seating is comfy.
Image adapted from: @iris._.nihao via Instagram
The ambience of the place is classy yet cosy, especially with the warm lighting of the interior.
This is the place to go for their rich Iced Dirty Matcha ($7.50) and popular French delights like Madeleine ($6 for 2) and Canele ($5).
Price: $
9. Homm
Pretty Thai desserts from Melbourne
Coming all the way from Australia is Homm with their Thailand-inspired desserts that look picture-ready and are full of flavour.
Image credit: Eatbook
Popular items here would be sweet treats like Thai Tea Avalanche Bingsu (from $19.80), Twilight drink (from $5.80), and Mango Shokupan (from $15.80).
Price: $$
Address: 252 North Bridge Road, #B1-12, Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore 179103
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm
Contact: Homm Dessert Instagram
10. Somma
Modern Italian dining
Somma is Fico’s new sister restaurant with a pasta bar concept. The dim lights and table candles give the place a classy atmosphere, perfect for date night.
To start off your meal, you’ll get free pumpkin and chicken tonic shots to down. For appetisers, you can get their Yellowtail Amberjack Crudo ($30) which I bet many of us have never had before diving into their wide selection of pasta like the River Crab Radiatori ($34).
Price: $$$
11. DIMPLE
Timeless Chinese-inspired bar
Image credit: Hotel NuVe Heritage
DIMPLE is a new spot in Singapore that serves up uniquely crafted cocktails, mocktails, and light bites. The bar draws its aesthetic and atmosphere from the principles of love, abundance, and harmony, which are central to Chinese cultural values while their drinks are known for their playful presentation and creative flavours, using ingredients that range from floral botanicals to infused fruits.
Image credit: @dimple.sg via Instagram
All cocktails here are $25 with top picks being their Mandarin Orange Highball, Passionfruit Martini, or the Espresso Martini if you’re looking for that extra spicy kick.
Price: $$
12. SAMBAROOM
Speakeasy with amazing views of the city
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When getting tipsy at SAMBAROOM, you get to catch 360-degree views overlooking the cityscape and sea views.
Image credit: @sushisambasingapore via Instagram
While nomming on Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisine, choose some Insta-worthy drinks like the Samba Corcovado, Etnias, and Momo-Mary for $26 each.
Price: $$$$
13. Thirsty Neko
Cat-themed izakaya
Thirsty Neko is a cat-themed izakaya bar with al fresco dining for a great place to relax after a long day of work. They serve Japanese-Western-inspired food and of course delicious alcoholic drinks.
Image credit: Thirsty Neko via Google Maps
Over here, you can get their Lychee Mojito for $20, Ki No Bi Gin from $18, and get bar bites like the Japanese Snow Crab Taco for $13.
Price: $$$
Address: 60 Tessensohn Road, #01-00A, Singapore 217664
Opening hours: 11am–12am, Daily
Contact: +65 8010 6060
14. Cata Coffee
Standing coffee bar
Cata has finally opened their first coffee spot in Joo Chiat. They have a woody interior and is designed to keep you on your feet while you drink their specialty coffee.
You can get Rwanda’s Andre Hakizimana Latte for $5.50 or their Matcha Latte ($6.50) and Hot Chocolate ($6.50) if you are not a coffee person.
Price: $
15. Bored Tacos
Halal Mexican food
Image credit: @boredtacossg via Instagram
Another new restaurant that has popped up at Joo Chiat is Bored Tacos. This retro-themed taco place has an American diner vibe and sells food that is Halal.
There are all kinds of meat options here from Birria beef, Cajun chicken, Garlic prawns, and even lamb. Pairs of tacos start from $12 and you can make it a meal for a $6.90 top up which would get you nachos and a lemonade.
Price: $$
16. Siong Tong Gai
Malaysian seafood restaurant
Siong Tong Gai is a Chinese restaurant from Malaysia where you’d typically see snaking long queues of hungry diners waiting. And now they’ve just opened their first outlet in Singapore at 313@somerset.
With so many different seafood options to choose from, their signature dishes include the Steam Three Treasures with Steamed Fish (from $35), Fried Prawns with Soy Sauce ($29), and even other dishes like the classic Sweet and Sour Pork ($20.80).
Some Singapore-exclusive dishes are the Stir-Fried Pork with Green Pepper ($18.80) and the Golden Crispy Chicken Drumettes ($18.80).
Price: $$
17. Har Har Chicken
2nd outlet in Singapore
Image credit: @harharchicken.sg via Instagram
Following the success of their first outlet at Junction 8, Har Har Chicken now has another outlet at VivoCity with new menu items for passionate har cheong gai – fermented ship paste friend chicken lovers.
The 3 new selections to try are the Grilled HCG Burger ($7.70), Grilled HCG Wrap ($7.70), and the Grilled HCG Rice Set ($7.90).
Price: $
18. ASU
Fine dining in a colonial bungalow
Image credit: ASU
The goal of Asu is to showcase progressive asian cuisine by Chef Ace Tan along with his team of cooks from all over Asia. Located within a colonial bungalow, Asu has a modern and peaceful dining space with even a small open kitchen concept.
Image credit: ASU
Just as how the place looks classy, their food does too. Their 7-dish Origins menu starts at $168 with dishes like Crystal Dumpling and Shunde Yu Sheng.
Price: $$$$
Address: 30 Labrador Villa Road, Singapore 119189
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 6pm seating & 8.30pm seating
Contact: +65 6278 6364
19. The Pineapple Room
Paying homage to Sentosa’s pineapple plantation past
Image credit: Capella Singapore
Capella Singapore has unveiled its newly transformed hotel lobby, bar, and Living Room. At the heart of this update is The Pineapple Room, a bar that pays homage to Sentosa Island’s history as a pineapple plantation in the 1880s.
Image credit: @thepineappleroom.sg via Instagram
The bar combines heritage charm with contemporary elegance. It features signature cocktails like the pineapple-based Triple P ($24) and the Mary Pickford-inspired Scarlet Rouge ($24). Bar bites include Singapore Chilli Crab Pie Tee ($25) and Pan-fried Hokkaido Scallops ($35).
Price: $$$
20. Shakō-Ba
Daruma-themed izakaya bar
Image credit: Shakō-Ba
Shakō-Ba is a secret Daruma-themed izakaya where neon lights, games, and inventive bites set the stage for a unique night out.
Image credit: Shakō-Ba
Their menu offers over 30 izakaya-style dishes, from Crab Tofu with Pitan Sauce ($12) to the Salmon Treasure Box ($28). To sip on, there are highballs (from $10), Taruhai ($10), and signature shots like the Daruma Superbomb ($28).
You can even try your luck at the Roll It, Win It dice game for free drinks.
Price: $$$
October 2024
1. Le Pristine Singapore
Fine dining Italian restaurant that specialises in seafood
Seafood Orecchiette.
Image credit: @le_pristine_singapore via Instagram
Adding to the existing dining options at Grand Hyatt Singapore is Le Pristine Singapore which is making its first Southeast Asian debut here. Michelin award-winning Chef Sergio Herman will be introducing dishes inspired by Italian flavours and his local Zeeland culinary heritage. The contemporary interior is inspired by a classic Italian trattoria, spotting several art pieces on display.
Their menu changes every week based on seasonal ingredients that are available locally, and some of the star dishes here would include their European Lobster Salad, Cannelloni Zeeland Mussels, and Hamachi Tartare. For a fine dining experience here, it will set you back $135/pax for a 4-course meal and $160/pax for a 5-course meal.
Price: $$$$
Address: 10 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228211
Contact: : 6732 1234 | Le Pristine Singapore
2. Huize Van Wely
100-year-old Dutch patisserie with cakes & bonbons
Image credit: @huizevanwely via Instagram
For those craving a sweet treat, Huize Van Wely is a new concept store hailing from the Netherlands. The dessert shop will be serving a variety of pastries, ice cream, and high tea sets. With over 100 years of expertise in desserts, they will be making their debut at Raffles Singapore. Upon entering the store, you’ll notice that there is a bar serving champagne here and a classy tea room, filled with marble tables and velvet seats.
Their specialty would be the Champagne cake, which is a Moet & Chandon champagne infused cake with layers of white chocolate and almond sponge. You’ve also got to try their famous Cherry Pie and Bouchee Gift Box, which contains chocolate bonbons in 3 different flavours.
Price: Yet to be revealed
Address: 1 Seah Street, Singapore 189673
Contact: Huize Van Wely Website
3. Wonder Room
Swanky new bar with live DJ performances
Image credit: Wonder Room
Situated at The Singapore EDITION hotel, Wonder Room is a luxurious bar decorated with red velvet drapes, gold coloured sofas, and a pool table. This aesthetic bar will be blasting with music played by resident DJs every Friday, with the roster lineup changing every week.
In terms of their menu, they serve cocktails such as the Clover Club ($28), a gin-infused drink with raspberry and lemon, and El Diablo ($28), a tequila drink mixed with ginger beer and lime. To complete your experience at this James Bond- vibe bar, try their bar bites such as the Chilli Crab Spring Roll ($18) and Chicken Popcorn ($18), served with manuka honey mustard.
Price: $$$
4. CHOMP!
Affordable scissors cut curry rice from $6.90
Image credit: @chompsingapore via Instagram
If you love our local cuisine more than anything, have a hearty plate of scissors cut curry rice at CHOMP!. Located at Rivervale Plaza, they have a total of 6 different options on their menu, including the Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice ($6.90) and Beef Rendang Curry Rice ($7.90). As part of their opening promotion, you’ll be able to enjoy free flow curry and a 50% discount on your second plate of curry rice with a minimum spend of $3.
This dining spot is also ideal for tea breaks, as they serve light but equally satisfying items such as their Yuan Yang Soft Bun ($2.50), a fluffy rendition of our favourite kaya toast bun and Curry Toast Benedict ($4.80). Their Iced Bloom Series includes familiar drinks such as their Iced Teh Boom, and you’ll be able to enjoy a free upsize on any cup of kopi or teh for a limited time only.
Price: $$
5. Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu
Beef cutlets using only top-grade cuts such as sirloin & wagyu
Image adapted from: Eatbook
If you’re a real foodie, you’ve definitely heard of Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu, a famous Japanese beef cutlet chain from Japan with 70 outlets globally. Debuting their first outlet in Singapore at Raffles City shopping mall, they serve premium lean cuts of meat like sirloin, wagyu, and chuck tenderloin.
You’ll be dining on minimalist wooden tables surrounded by Japanese decor, and the highest quality meat you’ll find here will be their fried A5 Miyazaki Sirloin Gyukatsu Zen ($55). Other must-try dishes would be their Sirloin and Beef Tongue Gyukatsu Zen ($32), and the Seafood Katsu Zen ($32), which is made up of shrimp, scallop, and salmon katsu.
Price: $$$
6. Chamoon Hot Pot
Individual hot pots with a wide range of seafood
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Those looking for an alternative to HaiDiLao, Chamoon Hot Pot is another popular chain that specialises in serving individual hotpots, as compared to the shared ones at most hot pot places. With over 30 outlets in China, they are known for their clear soup bases like the Truffle Based Matsutake Mushroom Broth ($9.90).
While pork and chicken are often our go-to options, this hot pot place has a wide range of seafood such as the Norwegian Salmon Set ($38) and the Tiger Prawns, Abalone, and Premium Beef Set For 4 ($139.50). With extravagant Chinese paintings and see-through flooring that make up its chic interior, the restaurant also has private dining rooms and a balcony area if you’re thinking of celebrating a special occasion.
Price: $$$$
7. 27 Degrees West
Concept bistro serving Indian Tapas
Outdoor lounge & Togarashi Tossed Bhindi Jaipuri.
Image adapted from: 27 Degrees West
At 27 Degrees West, you’ll be eating Indian tapas while connecting with nature in their glass-enclosed seating area. It’s a bistro that also has indoor seats and a bar area, so you can go for a drink right after dinner. To start off, try out their appetisers like the Chicken 65 ($15) seasoned with green chilies and their Beef Tartare ($20), which is beef folded with masala miso and mustard.
Their specialty dish here would be the Togarashi Tossed Bhindi Jaipuri ($15), fried okra that is served with a beetroot ketchup sauce that was fermented for 72 hours. As part of their promotions, they have a Ladies’ Night every Wednesday from 8pm-9.30pm, when ladies can enjoy free flow prosecco and selected house wines.
Price: $$
8. The Mirabilis Bar @ Mount Faber
Hilltop bar serving floral-themed cocktails
Cocktails & Mirabilis Tartare.
Image adapted from: @mountfaberdining via Instagram
With stunning sunset views from Mount Faber Park, The Mirabilis Bar @ Mount Faber is a rooftop bar that serves a wide range of alcoholic drinks and bar bites. They bring something different to the table with their floral-themed cocktails, incorporating flower-inspired shapes and flavours.
Some of their most creative cocktails would be the rum and lime-infused Hibiscus & Rose Sour ($22), and the whiskey-based Jasmine Highball ($22), that contains jasmine tea and yuzu mist. For bar bites, their signature dish would be the Mirabilis Tartare ($20), where you will be served fjord trout confit on top of flower rice paper chips.
Price: $$$
Address: 109 Mount Faber Road, Mount Faber Peak, Singapore 099203
Contact: 6361 0088 | The Mirabilis Bar @ Mount Faber Website
9. Tims Signature
Exclusive drip coffee & mini donuts
Image credit: @timhortonssg via Instagram
Tim Hortons is gaining traction in Singapore once again, this time for opening its Tims Signature outlet at 313@somerset which is the first in the world. What makes this outlet different from the rest is its exclusive Single Origin Series Coffee, which uses unique drip coffee brewing methods like V60 Pour Over ($7.50), Chemex Pour Over ($7), and Kyoto Drip ($7).
Another exclusive item you will find here are their Pasta Bakes, which are pasta dishes topped with melted cheese and baked in the oven. They offer a variety of choices such as the Truffle Smoked Chicken Carbonara ($9.90), Pesto Chicken ($10.90), and Classic Aglio Olio ($9.90). As Tim Hortons is known for their donuts, you can’t leave without trying their mini-sized Timbits Donuts (10 for $10).
Price: $$
Address: 313 Orchard Road, #01-29, 313@Somerset, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: Tims Signature Website
10. Oasis Bar & Restaurant
Zen outdoor dining areas with craft cocktails
Image adapted from: @grandhyattsg via Instagram
As part of Grand Hyatt Hotel’s recent revamp, Oasis Restaurant has now been reinstated as Oasis Bar & Restaurant with the addition of a bar, of course. While the restaurant has outdoor pods and garden terraces for you to chillax, the bar will have both an indoor dining area and an outdoor poolside area.
The restaurant mainly serves seafood and BBQ dishes, with contenders such as the Prawn Cocktail ($25) containing black tiger prawns served in cocktail sauce, and the Thai Style Chicken Wings ($22) ranking high on our must-try list. If you’re thinking of visiting the bar, try one of their craft cocktails like the tequila-based Oasis Margarita ($19), infused with coconut ice cream and lime juice.
Price: $$$
11. Nikutosake
Concept store by Aburi-En for the meat and sake lovers
Image credit: Nikutosake via Facebook
Nikutosake is a new concept store by Aburi-En, with its first outlet being opened at PLQ. The outlet mainly focuses on meat and sake, with two separate lunch and dinner menus catering to different crowds. Their lunch menu focuses more on chicken and beef don bowls like the Mentaiko Chicken Don ($10.90), while their dinner menu focuses more on hotplate dishes like the Saba Fish Teppan ($12.90) and izakaya-style food like the Amaebi Karaage ($6.90).
Regarding their alcoholic beverages, they serve draft beer towers and highball cocktails, of which their signature item would be the Cherry Blossom Lemon Sake Cocktail Tower ($48). This is a sake-based drink mixed with cranberry and orange.
Price: $$$
12. Kumachan Onsen Shabu Shabu & Yakiniku
Hot pot served with teddy bear-shaped ice
Image credit: Kumachan Onsen Singapore
Opening its first outlet at Orchard Central, Kumachan Onsen Shabu Shabu & Yakiniku from Japan is a bear-themed restaurant known for their teddy bear hotpot. They have 6 soup bases for you to choose from, such as Japanese Miso Soup, Gochujang Soup, and Collagen Soup.
Each soup base comes in the form of a frozen bear simmering in the hotpot, in which they melt and form the broth once hot water is added. Truly an IG-worthy experience!
Each set includes a hotpot base, a serving of vegetables, and your choice of meat which includes Chicken ($15.80), Double Beef Karubi ($21.80), and Premium Beef Karubi ($23.80). If you want some BBQ meat, consider getting the Shokudo Set (from $21.90) which has different cuts of beef, rice, and soup.
Price: $$$
13. YANG MING SEAFOOD (VivoCity Branch)
Fresh seafood that can be cooked 100 ways & an in-house wine cellar
Image credit: Yang Ming Seafood
YANG MING SEAFOOD is a familiar name, especially for those seafood lovers out there, and its opening its third and largest outlet at VivoCity. Spotting bright fish tanks and wooden furniture to create a kelong vibe, the restaurant offers a wide range of seafood cooked in 100 different ways. Some of the must-try items on their menu would be the Milky Sea Prawn ($28) and Crab Meat Charcoal Tofu ($28).
The restaurant also has an in-house wine cellar carrying over 100 labels, with prices starting from $29 for a bottle. If you have a wine bottle of your own, you can bring them to drink at the restaurant for free as there are no corkage charges.
Price: $$$
Address: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-158/159 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 5am-10.30pm, Daily
Contact: 8028 9907 | Yang Ming Seafood Website
14. Ida’s Bar And Event Space
Craft cocktails & savoury tapas
Image adapted from: Ida’s Bar And Event Space
Located at Gillman Barracks, Ida’s Bar is a new bar and event space that serves craft cocktails and Mediterranean-style food. With a floral studio and an in-house bar, you’ll be able to choose from 9 signature cocktails such as the vodka-based Rose Mallow Martini ($22) that contains orange bitters, and the tequila-based Strawberry Meadow ($24) that contains citrus.
At the restaurant, you’ve got to try their tapas like the Potato Gnocchi ($14) served with chilli crisp yoghurt and the Mushroom Croquette ($12) that contains button mushrooms and blue cheese. They also serve desserts like Ida’s Doughnut ($14), a sponge cake with white chocolate mousse and raspberry.
Price: $$$
15. Canopy Jurong Lake Gardens
Pet-friendly restaurant with picturesque views of Jurong Lake
Image credit: Canopy Jurong Lake Gardens
Situated at Lakeside Gardens, Canopy Jurong Lake Gardens is a restaurant that embraces the concept of eating outdoors. This pet-friendly restaurant serves brunch dishes such as the Avocado Croast ($20), a croissant served with guacamole and poached eggs.
For those looking for a more hearty meal, try out their Homemade Chilli Crab Pasta ($26) and Baked Barbeque Ribs ($29) which are available throughout the day. To quench your thirst, they also serve coffee, fresh juices, and smoothies in flavours like Lychee Mint and Watermelon.
Price: $$$
16. Baia
Rooftop lounge at Esplanade with an outdoor patio
Image credit: Baia
Baia is a new 5,000 sq ft rooftop bar situated at Esplanade with views of Marina Bay and an outdoor seating area. There will be live performances by resident DJs every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, while serving cocktails and food. A signature cocktail you have to try is their Strombolitan ($24), a campari-based drink infused with blood orange and mandarin.
Their food menu features many seafood dishes such as the Seared Bluefin Tuna ($26) served with caviar as well as bar bites such as Lobster Lollipops ($22) served with aioli. If you’ve already had your dinner somewhere else and just want desserts, you can also get a delectable plate of Tiramisu with Moka Cream ($18).
Price: $$$
Address: 8 Raffles Ave., Level 4, Singapore 039802
Contact: 9173 8182 | Baia Website
17. Nova
Dubbed Singapore’s highest rooftop bar
Located on the 63rd floor of One Raffles Place, Nova is Singapore’s highest rooftop bar, serving cocktails and grilled BBQ dishes. As you soak in the live music played by DJs on the 1st floor, you’ll be able to admire the sunsets and skyscrapers lined up around the bar. You can’t miss out on the cocktails here, with unique concoctions like their Sticky Mango Highball ($20) that is low on the alcohol content, and the Roselle ($22), a gin-based drink mixed with red vermouth and soda.
The food scene here is strong as well, with dishes catered for big groups like the Hot Platter ($98), a dish filled with 5 pieces of crispy chicken, Australian lamb ribs, grilled Spanish octopus, and vegetable tempura covered in Szechuan garlic sauce. They have small bar bites too like the 6-piece French Amelie Oysters ($42) served with lemon wedge.
Price: $$$
18. Puzzle Coffee
Fresh ground coffee imported directly from Melbourne
Image credit: Puzzle Coffee
In addition to its ION Orchard outlet, Puzzle Coffee has a new flagship outlet located in the Dempsey neighbourhood. Upon entering this cafe, you’ll be hit with a strong aroma of freshly ground coffee beans shipped directly from Melbourne. Their all-day menu includes options like their Buttermilk Pancakes ($26) – fluffy pancakes served with cheesecake mousse and mixed berries. For a savoury option, try out their Prawn Linguine ($30) with 5 seared prawns cooked in white wine and butter.
Your experience at Puzzle Coffee won’t be complete without trying their trademark coffee, with the latte-based Melbourne Magic ($6) being one you have to try as it contains a double ristretto shot. If coffee isn’t for you, they also have comfort drinks such as Hot Chocolate (from $6.50) and Matcha Latte (from $6.50).
Price: $$$
Address: 71 Loewen Road, #01-02, Singapore 248847
Contact: 9173 8182 | Puzzle Coffee Website
19. Bob Alchimia A Spicchi Pop Up
3-night popup from 16th-18th October serving world-renowned pizzas
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The Bob Alchimia a Spicchi popup is a 3-day event where award-winning Chef Roberto Davanzo will be serving his sweet and savoury pizzas at La Bottega Enoteca. Offering a total of 8 pizza courses, some of the items to look out for would be the Verza, a pizza served with barbecued cabbage and sheep ricotta, and the spicy Amatricalabra, a pizza served with guanciale, a salt-cured meat sourced from pork jowl.
An 8-course meal here would set you back $148, and you’ll have to make reservations on the La Bottega website.
Price: $$$$
20. Two Men Bagel House Alley Bay
New takeaway concept by Two Men Bagel House
Image adapted from: Two Men Bagel House, @twomenbagelhouse via Instagram
Having several outlets spread out across Singapore, from Tanjong Pagar to Joo Chiat, the successful Two Men Bagel House is opening a new concept store, Alley Bay located at Boat Quay. Unlike the other outlets, this store only does takeaways, so you’ll be getting your “bagelwiches” and coffee to go.
Some of the menu items you’ve got to try here are The Grandmaster ($7), a bagel that contains spicy chicken and pickled cucumber, and the Brisk Taker ($9.50), a beef-based bagel served with cheddar. For drinks, they serve the classic black and white coffees starting from $3.50 for a hot cup of espresso.
Price: $$
September 2024
1. Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu
Japanese chain’s first outlet in Singapore
Image credit: Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu
Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu, Japan’s famed food chain, will be opening its first branch in Singapore on 7th September 2024. With a hyperfocus on Beef Gyukatsu – breaded and deep-fried beef cutlets – there are tons of options for you to devour. An attractive feature is the Half & Half option, where you can mix and match to pick different options, including Sirloin Gyukatsu, Tenderloin Gyukatsu, Chuck tail flap Gyukatsu, and Tongue Gyukatsu .
Before your delulu mind wanders and you decide this dish can be easily replicated at home, it should be noted that this restaurant follows various procedures that make this GYUKATSU special. Using only premium beef and original ingredients, the meat is fried at high temperatures for a short duration to make beef medium rare.
Price: Yet to be revealed
Address: Raffles City Shopping Centre
2. Cygnet: A QT Singapore Signature
Brand-new bar & grill in the CBD
Image adapted from: @chefseanconnolly via Instagram
Cygnet, QT Hotel’s latest fine-dining experience, will be officially open from 6th September 2024. Award-winning Chef Sean Connolly debuts his skills and expertise with this restaurant that follows a buzzing Manhattan steakhouse vibe. At the elegant bar perched on the rooftop of QT Hotel, cocktail enthusiasts can also enjoy over 30 wines that pair perfectly with each dish.
The Steak Library will offer tons of premium steaks like the Tajima Japanese Wagyu Rump, Australian Grass Fed Riverine Rib Eye, and Chef Sean’s signature Duck Fat Roast Potatoes. In addition to providing rich flavours, these dishes are also sourced from top-quality proteins and ingredients. In other words, gym bros get to prep for their next workout, while dining classily without guilt.
Price: Yet to be revealed
Address: 35 Robinson Road, Singapore, 068876
Contact: +65 67016800
3. Oasis Bar and Restaurant
Restaurant at Grand Hyatt Singapore enclosed by greenery
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Oasis Bar and Restaurant, will be opening on 9th September 2024 in the newly refurbished Grand Hyatt Singapore. Instead of booking your annual trip to a tropical island, head on over to this restobar that gives the exact same vibe, plus assorted dishing options.
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Set by the poolside, Oasis Bar and Restaurant will host BBQ nights with large buffet spreads of a variety of meat, including beef, lamb, fish, and chicken. Aside from the restaurant, there is a separate bar with cocktails on tap and live DJ-spun music.
Price: Yet to be revealed
4. Club Rangoon
Contemporary Burmese restaurant
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If you’re craving some homely comfort food, head on over to Club Rangoon. This new Burmese restaurant at Duxton has an intimate setting with cosy decor and speedy service.
At Club Rangoon, traditional Burmese dishes are served with a modern twist with multiple choices, like handmade Nangyi Thoke noodles ($26), freshly made Ngapi Fried Rice ($22) and Wagyu Beef Cheek Dan Bauk ($42). All dishes can be made vegetarian-friendly, with their “make it vegetarian” alternative.
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Now, science may claim there’s no second stomach for dessert, but, surely, you’ve questioned its existence at least once in your foodie life. Fill up on desserts and enjoy sweet treats like homemade Burmese milk tea ice cream, Laphet-yay Ice Cream ($15) and Orange semolina cake, Sanwin-Makin ($14) before you leave.
Price: $$$
5. Lucine by LUNA
Aesthetic cafe by LUNA Patisserie with locally-inspired desserts
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You may have already heard of LUNA Patisserie, a local renowned bakery with signature desserts, like their Orh Nee Cake. Lucine by LUNA is their latest cafe extension, offering both savoury delights and sweet desserts by LUNA Patisserie.
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This aesthetic cafe offers tons of main courses, including sandwiches, salads, and an All Day Breakfast (from $8.90), serving scrambled eggs, toasted sourdough, and a side of salad.
Chef’s recommended sandwiches include the Tofu Katsu ($10.90) and the Grilled Cheese ($12.90). Top off your meal with a drink from their series of lattes, with interesting flavours like Black Sesame Latte, Peanut Butter Latte, and Tiramisu Latte – all at $8.50.
Price: $$
6. Daily Chicken
Korean restaurant by Daily Beer
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For Korean food enthusiasts, Daily Chicken has opened in partnership with the well-loved Daily Beer. Head on over to this chain and dive into their exclusive Korean street food menu, instead of travelling 3,000 miles away.
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For spice lovers, Daily Chicken Red (from $18) is one of their deliciously spicy dishes for you to try. This is also applicable to those who swear they can handle spice and their tears and snot are just a result of the air conditioner. Daily Chicken Black (from $18) is another signature dish from the fried chicken collection which is tossed in Sweet Garlic Soy Sauce. Daily Chicken Crunch (from $18) is made extra crispy with cornflakes, which is coupled with garlic, sweet, and spicy seasoning.
Daily Chicken also serves K-Ginseng Lager ($13), a beer brewed with Korean ginseng, that is exclusive to Singapore’s branch.
Price: $$
7. Coffeehouse by Kobashi
Cafe with tons of sourdough specialties
Coffeehouse by Kobashi’s pride and joy is their sourdough. In fact, their sourdough starters are named KOBY and BASHI. There’s nothing more humbling than a piece of bread having a cooler origin story than you, is there? Each sourdough item is meticulously handcrafted and undergoes a fermentation process of 36 hours or more.
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Aside from their sourdough specialties, there are tons of chef’s recommendations in the menu, including their Birria Beef Ciabatta sandwich ($23), spicy seafood aglio olio ($25), and loaded mentaiko fries ($16).
Fun iced coffees, like whipped milo latte ($7.50) and honey coffee milk foam ($7), are also available for you to quench your thirst, since having water is clearly not an option. Treat yourself to their assorted sweet delicacies including Churros ($9) and their very own Acai Bomb! ($12)
Price: $$
8. Torori Tenshi no Warabi Mochi
Osaka’s famous restaurant opens its first outlet in VivoCity
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Torori Tenshi no Warabi Mochi has opened its very first outlet in Singapore with a hyperfocus on the trending warabimochi – a sweet wagashi treat with a chewy and jelly texture. Excitingly, it also has a live station where guests can watch warabimochi being made.
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There are 14 warabimochi drinks (from $7.80) available in eight flavours, like strawberry, mango, milk tea, and matcha. Their Matcha Warabi Mochi w/ Ice Cream (S$9.80) is a dish exclusive to Singapore with shaved ice, matcha flavoured warabimochi, and vanilla ice cream. Their signature sweet treat is the Signature Strawberry Parfait ($11.80) packed with a variety of ingredients like, warabimochi, fresh strawberries, and matcha ice cream.
Price: $$
9. The Rare Honey Company
Cafe specialising in honey desserts & drinks
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The Rare Honey Company prides itself on its pure, unprocessed raw Australian honey. In addition to being a delight to your taste buds, this honey is packed with healthy enzymes and sweetness. Perched in the corner of the store, a cosy cafe is available for diners to enjoy sweet treats that were sourced from the coastal forests of South Western Australia.
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At the cafe, honey-centred foods and drinks, like peanut butter salted honey donut ($6), jarrah honey sea salt croissant ($6), honey lemon cheesecake ($8), and wildflower honey tea cake ($7), are offered. Honey-tasting sessions are also available for guests to attend to finally understand what Winnie-the-Pooh’s been raving about all these years.
Price: $
10. MoVida Singapore
Spanish restaurant at Raffles City
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MoVida Singapore has officially opened, introducing tons of authentic Spanish food and a cosy warm interior. They are most known for their delicious tapas (from $8) with 9 different types to choose from, including the Classic croqueta ($12).
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Other interesting dishes include their Gentleman’s paella ($75), made with bomba rice and saffron, calamari, barramundi, and smoked prawns, that have already been peeled for you. As always, end your perfect meal by treating yourself to one of the many sweet delicacies this restaurant has to offer. Some highlights include Churros Con Chocolate ($12) with chocolate sauce and Spanish creme caramel with spiced pestinos ($12).
Price: $$$
11. Mensho Tokyo
Ramen eatery at Raffles City
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Mensho Tokyo, sister restaurant to MoVida Singapore, is a Michelin-approved ramen eatery. This restaurant follows a “Farm-to-Bowl” concept, which implies it only uses local premium ingredients. In fact, their noodles are freshly handmade daily. Visitors can watch chefs do their noodle-making handicraft at the front of the restaurant.
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Save your instant ramen packet for your 2am cravings, and venture into this ramen restaurant that puts an exciting twist on ramen with their extremely rich flavours and fresh ingredients.
Some must-try items include their signature Toripaitan ($28) and Truffle shoyu A5 Wagyu Aburasoba ramen ($41).
Price: $$
12. Pete’s Place
Well-loved Italian restaurant reopens at Grand Hyatt Singapore
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Pete’s Place has been a sought-after Italian restaurant that recently reopened in Grand Hyatt Singapore. There are 2 menus available: the day menu and the night menu. If you’re feeling particularly bougie, feel free to opt for the personalised off-the-menu experience at the specially designed chef’s table. If you close your eyes, it’ll feel like you’re in an episode of Hell’s Kitchen – without all the yelling and tears, of course.
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In the lunch menu, guests can opt for a semi-buffet lunch menu with either their salad and dessert bar, Insalada & Dolce ($42) or your choice of main course ($62). In their a la carte menu, some of the chef’s recommendations include their formaggiosa pizza ($28), Prosciutto Di Parma ($28), and Pete’s Tiramisu ($18).
Price: $$$
13. Rya Bakehouse
Vegan bread and pastries
If you’re new to veganism, chances are you miss when you had tons of options to scour through when deciding where to get a snack. Rya Bakehouse offers the perfect solution, serving delicious vegan baked goods and treats, that will never make you second-guess your decision. In fact, most customers rave about how you can barely tell items are vegan due to their perfect fluffiness and flakiness.
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Chef Matthias brings his baking skills from Germany to the streets of Singapore, indulging in a variety of items with a hyperfocus on sourdough bread. Some of the favourite items to devour include their onion focaccia ($3) and their highly recommended apricot croissant ($5) stuffed with their homemade filling.
14. No Strangers Here
Minimalist cafe with advanced Swiss espresso machines
No Strangers Here prides itself on its use of technology to make sure perfection for your cup of coffee is achieved. Mornings can be tough, and unfortunately, not everyone wakes up like Sleeping Beauty. If you’re looking for the perfect pick-me-up, this cafe uses advanced Swiss espresso machines that can handle tons of orders at the same time to make cups of coffee with the perfect ratios.
If you’re not a fan of coffee, this cafe also has tons of in-house sweet treats and baked goods, like croissants ($3.50) and pain au chocolat ($6). Egg Mayo Croissant ($8) and Tuna Mayo Croissant ($8) are also available as savoury delights. If you’re feeling adventurous, try their delicious special coffee options: Cold Brew Coffee ($5) and Cold Brew Orange ($5).
August 2024
1. Uoharu
Kaizen izakaya’s first outlet in Southeast Asia
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Uoharu practises what they preach, by taking ingredients seen as not resourceful and using it to create their izakaya menu. They also have a nightly Katsuo Warayaki Show, where customers will be treated to the chef expertly straw roast and grill the dishes.
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Start off your meal with appetisers like the Baguette Toast with Cream Cheese and Maple Syrup ($7.80), a savoury-sweet combo. On the flip side, the Spicy Salmon Avocado Tartar ($13.80) gives you a nice explosion of flavours and textures.
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The beef short rib with bone ($32.80) will let you see and taste for yourself the result of the roast show earlier. Wash that down with their drinks menu. Even picky pickers will be able to find something, with more than 100 types of Japanese sake, beer, cocktails, and wines to choose from.
Price: $$
2. Ilmiri
Korean fusion cuisine as seen in k-dramas
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Ilmiri has now opened in the east, just a stone’s throw away from i12 Katong, with a bunch of modern Korean fusion dishes. Kdrama fanatics will instantly recognise it from shows like Vincenzo and Thirty-Nine, so you can fulfil your fantasies of trying the same dishes oppa had. Cheese lovers, don’t miss the Cloud Cheese Jimdak ($41.90), with portions large enough for 2 peeps, perfect for a k-drama style date.
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It would be criminal not to try their famous Mari (from $47.90) – stuffed beef or pork roll with spring onion, dipped in special sauce. It comes with a stew of your choice, so you can opt for either kimchi, soybean paste, or Korean tofu flavours. If you want to share with your buddies, the signature Kimchi BBQ Nacho ($24.90) gives you the familiar crispness of chips, with protein from bulgogi beef or pork.
Price: $$
3. Hazukido
Japanese style croissants & desserts like mochi
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You no longer have to go all the way to Mid Valley Southkey in JB to get your hands on Hazukido croissants. Now at Takashimaya, there are more than 20 different flavours for you to choose from.
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The Premium Durian Custard ($7.80) is sure to attract durian fans and sweet tooth lovers alike. The Brown Sugar Mochi ($5.30) strikes a nice balance between the sugar coating and crispy bread. For something more filling, the Taro & Pudding ($6.50) literally has loads of yam filling, and pudding to make each bite make you go mmm.
Price: $
4. Today Kampung Chicken Rice Restaurant
Retro restaurant in Tiong Bahru with Michelin fishball noodles
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Take a break from all those Tiong Bahru cafes out there to visit Today Kampung Chicken Rice, a retro kopitiam spot. Hainanese Kampung Chicken (from $12) is their claim to fame, suitable to share with family or friends. Pair that with Dragon Beard Kai Lan (from $10) to get your daily intake of greens in, and some crunch in each bite.
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Though not part of the restaurant’s name, the Lixin Signature Noodles ($8.30) is just as good and maybe better, if you’re looking for something slurpy. The fishballs, fishcakes, and dumplings are 100% handcrafted, ensuring every bite to be fresh. Top it off with their in-house chilli sauce and their generous streaks of lard, and you’ll taste for yourself why it’s Michelin-certified.
Price: $$
5. Hayop
Authentic Filipino cuisine with classic dishes like adobo
The Midnight Adobo Wagyu short rib is a different take on steaks, with the use of Filipino soy sauce.
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Try out something new at Hayop, a fine dining restaurant serving modern variants of traditional Filipino dishes. Their Manam’s Wagyu & Watermelon Sinigang ($56) serves you 300g of wagyu short rib in a soup made from charred watermelon, so no one can accuse you of not eating your day’s worth of fruits.
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For something less heavy on the wallet but still packed with flavour, the Manam’s House Crispy Sisig ($22) is a classic late night dish made from pork jowl and cheek.
Price: $$$
6. Within The Walls Dessert Bar
Recreation of the Kowloon Walled City aesthetic
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Travel back in time to Hong Kong in the 80s at Within The Walls Dessert Bar, reminiscent of the infamous Kowloon Walled City. Try their Chocolate Dinosaur ($14.80), stacked with 3 layers of different kinds of chocolate, to start. Don’t worry, you won’t feel jelak, thanks to the peanut garnishes, banana slices, and whipped cream giving some variety and crunch in each bite.
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For something more deep-rooted, the Mango Sago with MiniTaro Q ($7.50) has fresh strawberries to provide some citric flavour on top of juicy mangoes and mini taro balls. You’ll find the food bussing and bustling too, with weekly street parties and live music, to ramp up the mood.
Price: $$
7. Bad Habits Provision
“Hidden” New-York style pizza at River Valley
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New York is famous for their pizza, but it’s also more than 15,000km away. Get the authentic NYC experience at Bad Habits Provision where the dough gets cooked for 72 hours to achieve that famous crispy texture. Also in line with the NYC theme, they sell pizzas by slice, so you can try out different options in one meal.
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Choose from either the margherita ($7), triple cheese ($8), or beef salami ($8). For a true New York-esque experience, observe the design of the spot, inspired by how pizza shops in America are usually in low-key alleys. If you’re looking for a little tipple, try out their martinis ($23) while spotting the similarities.
Price: $$
8. Caracara
Japanese restaurant & luxury furniture store
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Continuing the trend of vibey places is Caracara, a restaurant that’s also a furniture store.
The owners have a business in luxury furniture at Orchard Hotel, so you damn well know it’s going to be a comfy place to eat. You can even make an enquiry if you fancy any particular piece.
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Sip on their espresso with Aurora ($6) – coffee mixed with grapes and rum. The coffee is made with their own blended milk and is a crowd-favourite. Their Wagyu Sukiyaki Don (from $32) – strips of beef sirloin, umami rice, and runny onsen egg, topped with greens – is also a good pick.
Price: $$
9. Fa Si Xi Traditional Chinese Dessert
Mahjong-themed cafe with mains, despite the name
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Mahjong-themed cafes are a growing trend, with places like Tian Wang Desserts and Wonders West Wind already drawing crowds. Fa Si Xi Traditional Chinese Dessert is now joining the mix, serving a range of old-school Chinese desserts. Start the ball rolling with their Da Xi Si ($11.80), where you can dip glutinous rice cakes and curry fish balls into black sesame and peanut paste.
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You can also try the Signature Penang Prawn Mee ($12.80) or Ipoh Hor Fun ($8.80). The Pistachio paste ($8.80) is another rare find, even among Chinese dessert places. Do note that you can’t play mahjong here, though.
Price: $
10. Small Batch
DIY brunch to enjoy in a Bali-esque hut
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Take charge of your meal at Small Batch, with their DIY brunch board concept. Pick either 3 menu items from $15.90, or 5 items from $24.90. If you’re unsure, the chicken sausage and smoked salmon are solid choices to get you started. As you eat, the huge floor-to-ceiling windows let you gaze at the lush greenery of the Botanic Gardens, giving Bali-esque vibes.
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There’s also set brunch items like the Beef Bolognese Rigatoni ($18) for a cheesy dish that packs a punch. The meatballs ($15) are a good pick for some homemade meat. Take refuge from the sweltering weather with the Tropical Acai ($7) drink – light on the stomach with a strong hint of berry flavour.
Price: $
Address: 1H Cluny Road, #01-K1, Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden, Singapore 259604
Opening hours: Tue-Fri 9am-6pm | Sat-Sun 8am-6pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: Small Batch website
11. Tipo Strada
Freshly made in-house pasta with customisation option
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Get some freshly made pasta at Tipo Strada, with affordable prices and a cosy atmosphere. There are also bakes set aside at the counter, and they rotate daily, so you can try out a different flavour each time.
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The Creamy Crab ($19.90) drizzled with spicy garlic cream sauce and sriracha infused flavour gives quite a kick. For something less intense, go for the Rose Duck ($15.50) – packed with chunks of smoked duck. The Orange Coffee Spritz ($7), a unique mix of orange juice, espresso, and sparkling water, can help combat the creamy aftertaste pasta lovers often experience.
Price: $$
12. Royal Host
Legendary Japanese eatery’s first overseas outlet
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The next time you’re at Jewel Changi Airport, swing by Royal Host to savour the experience of diners in Japan. This isn’t your regular run of the mill diner either, as it has more than 200 outlets in Japan that have opened over the past 50 years.
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A must-try is the “ROYAL” Hamburger Steak ($29.80) – a big chunk of meat on a hot plate, lathered with black pepper sauce. For dessert there’s also the HOT Fudge Sundae ($16) – whipped cream, pecans, bananas, chocolate and vanilla ice cream, graham crackers, and hot fudge form this huge dessert.
Price: $$
13. Dickson Nasi Lemak
New CBD outlet with dine-in option
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CBD folks can now get some affordable fare at Dickson Nasi Lemak. Don’t worry, this one has dine-in seats, so you can enjoy your meal properly. A visit would be criminal without digging into their Ayam Goreng Berempah ($10.80) – flavourful coconut rice, anchovies, egg, their in-house sambal, and juicy deep-fried chicken.
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Pair that with a cup of hot teh ($3.20) to end off the meal. There are also new outlet-exclusive additions, like theirPick either a Roti Bakaar with Kaya and Butter ($5.50) or a Croissant Bakaar with Kaya
Price: $
14. Cafe Barco
Western-Japanese cuisine & bakes from Flourcrafts Patisserie
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Cafe Barco is sure to be a hit amongst easties, being right beside Kaki Bukit MRT station on the Downtown Line. As far as cafe prices are concerned, it’s affordable, with most mains priced below $20.
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Try their “BBB” Barco’s Breakfast Burger ($11.80) – strips of crispy turkey bacon layered with fluffy scrambled eggs, onion, and spinach, sandwiched between brioche buns. For a more Asian-flavoured option, try the creamy Mentaiko Pasta with Salmon ($18.80) that comes with a runny onsen egg.
Price: $$
July 2024
1. SUSHISAMBA Singapore
Unique blend of Japan, Brazil & Peru with occasional samba dancers
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SUSHISAMBA – the fancy schmancy restaurant with outfits in Las Vegas, London, and Dubai – has landed in Singapore. This time, it’s setting up its sprawling digs on Level 52 of Capital Tower, promising an insane panoramic view of the city skyline and a menu that’s a unique blend of Japan, Brazil, and Peru full of flavours and flairs.
Gram-worthy wrapped-around floor-to-ceiling glass windows & arched ceilings with intertwined bamboo.
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The lineup of must-try dishes includes Samba Ceviche ($121), robata-grilled Black Cod skewer ($84), Samba Chilli Crab rolls ($38), and Lobster Crispy Taquitos ($38). Expect giant portions, stiff drinks, decor with major swank vibes, a live DJ dropping sick beats, festive samba dancers, and a badass upstairs lounge that’s set to open in September.
Price: $$$
2. Hong Kong Stars Cafe
Retro-style cafe with Cantonese fare
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Don’t you ever just want to escape to a Wong Kar Wai world, or at least to the technicolour 80s? Hong Kong Stars Cafe will take you there, with neon walls, signs, and movie-style tableware.
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Mainly serving affordable Cantonese fare, you can try their gold-brushed charcoal Steamed Salted Egg Lava Buns ($6.80/3 buns) or their Yangzhou Fried Rice ($12.80), which’ll satiate your carby cravings with bits of egg, pork and shrimp.
Price: $$
3. June Coffee
East Coast cafe with decadent croissants & toasts
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Start writing an apology letter to your summer body because once you step into June Coffee, you can kiss that dream goodbye. This quaint East Coast cafe, run by the folks behind September Coffee, has a menu of decadent brunch fare that’ll make this Eastside jaunt worth your while.
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Their Original French Toast ($12) is a thick brioche slice with generous lashings of butter and maple syrup. For something more indulgent, amp things up with the Honey, Lemon & Ricotta ($17) variation. For something savoury, try their Beef Tenderloin Croffle ($25).
Pair these with some iced latte drinks, like their Iced Kinako Matcha Latte ($8) or their Earl Grey and Pear Fruit Tea ($7.50).
Price: $$
4. Big Wine Freaks
Wine bar in a shophouse with aesthetic tableware
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Outram Park and Keong Saik Road are known for having the coolest bars and restaurants, and Big Wine Freaks is the new kid on the block. With over 30 different wines, from pinks to burgundies, this spot cements its position as one of the best wine bars in Singapore.
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Glasses of wine start at $18, which might sound steep, but their rotating list of top-notch wines makes the price tag worth it. But don’t worry, this is not the place for wine snobs, only freaks. For some light bites, they have a raw bar with Fresh Oysters ($10/4 pieces) and Ama Ebi Shrimp ($30).
Price: $$$
5. Ministry of Crab
Famous Sri Lankan crab restaurant opens in Dempsey
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Ministry of Crab, a Sri Lankan fine dining restaurant that’s made Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 7 times, is opening an outpost right here in Dempsey. At this crab specialist, you can order a demure half-kilo crab or feast on a beastly CRABZILLA, weighing in at 2kg and above. Prices for the Singapore restaurant are unconfirmed at this time.
All of the seafood is fresh, never frozen, and sourced from the best catch of the day. Other than crabs, they’ll feature giant freshwater prawns, clams and oysters here as well. One of their best-selling sauces is the Olive Oil Garlic Chilli sauce, though you could also order your crabs in Sri Lankan curry.
Opens: 3rd July
Price: $$$$
6. Ipoh Town Kopitiam
Legit Ipoh fare and famous Choy Kee Bakery egg tarts
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Jewel Changi has no shortage of global cuisines, but you might crave something Asian before jetting off. New to the airport mall is Ipoh Town Kopitiam, a coffee shop-style cafe that has Ipoh classics like creamy Ipoh Choy Kee Egg Tarts ($2.40++). These tarts have been brought here as a collaboration with Choy Kee Bakery, an Ipoh establishment that has been drawing long lines to it for their flaky egg tarts since 1980.
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Ipoh Town also serves some of the more affordable eats you can find at Jewel, with a hefty serving of Ayam Berempah for $11.90 and 3 pieces of their herbal Dan Gui Siew Mai for $4.90. Aside from the food, the interiors also resemble an old-school coffeeshop with brick walls and old photographs.
Price: $$
7. Dragonfly Singapore
Cocktail bar from Hong Kong opens in Orchard
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You’ll feel like you’ve stepped straight into a speakeasy for fairies at Dragonfly Singapore, a new bar in Orchard. The firefly-esque ceiling lights and mosaicked flooring and tables give the space an otherworldly charm, which carries over into their drinks menu.
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The menu has 24 cocktails, grouped by base spirit. Each of them combines classic cocktail recipes with a modern twist, like Right Chance ($25), a remix of the classics Right Hand and Chancellor, starring cognac, wine and beetroot. They also have more experimental sips like Murphy’s Law ($25), a rum-based drink with sweet corn and mala oil.
Price: $$$
8. Jungle
Authentic Thai grill along Ann Siang Hill
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You don’t need to be venturing through Thailand via Bangkok trains to get some authentic Thai food – all you need to do is head to Jungle on Ann Siang Hill. Outfitted with an open-fire kitchen, their claypots and grills will fill the air with the aromas straight out of night markets in Bangkok.
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Some of the must-try items here are their Northern Hammered Beef Brisket ($20) with smoky meat, and galangal chilli relish. For some familiar Thai dishes, try their Southern Crab Yellow Curry ($30) or a refreshing Pomelo-Lemongrass Salad ($18).
Price: $$
9. Siong Tong Gai 313somerset
Steamed fish & zi char from Malaysia
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Even in the heat of July, a hot dish can be comforting. Siong Tong Gai, a popular Malaysian chain, has opened its first SG outlet at 313somerset, with their Signature Steam Fish (from $4.80/100gm) that’s cooked in a gingery-garlicky broth.
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Sometimes soup may not be filling enough, so if you have room for more, order classic zi char dishes like Sweet and Sour Popcorn Pork (from $16.80) and Oat Prawn (from $25). This is a great spot for groups, for wallet-friendly Malaysian-style zi char in a centrally located mall.
Price: $$
10. Fortuna Singapore
SG’s first Sicilian-Neapolitan restaurant
Stuffy Italian fine dining be gone, Sydney’s popular Fortuna Drink & Eat is now open in Singapore with its brand of casual, Sicilian-Neapolitan fare. You’ll find the standard pizzas and pasta here, and also speciality items like a ‘1000’ Layer Lasagne ($36) and a Fried Pizza ($34).
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Busy workers at Tanjong Pagar can check out their lunch sets (from $39/pax) on weekdays, with 3 courses of their best dishes like Rigatoni and Caprese, as well as free wood-fired bread.
Price: $$$
11. Choon Hoy Parlour
Modern twists on hawker staples
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Sometimes it seems like every eatery is trying to modernise classic dishes, but Choon Hoy Parlour has done a pretty good job with hawker staples. Their take on chicken rice, for example, Kampong Hainanese Chicken (from $15.90), is steamed chicken generously topped with minced spring onion and ginger. It’s best paired with their Triple L ($3) rice, triple L referring to “A Lil Lard, A Lil Soy, and A Lil Love”.
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Some other jazzed-up dishes are their taco-style pratas in Masala Lamb On Coin Prata ($12.90/3 pieces), or a deconstructed cendol━CHP Signature Durian Chendol ($13.90)━with ice cream and sponge cake on pandan jellies.
Price: $$
12. Dirty Supper
Noodle stall by day, eclectic grill by night
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Hua Bee Restaurant is one of Singapore’s oldest bak chor mee stalls by day, but by night, its unsuspecting facade hides the eclectic grill and bar, Dirty Supper. Owned by celebrity chef Peter Smit, this space focuses on serving dishes made with locally sourced, in-season ingredients, and therefore has no fixed menu.
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Its small, intimate seating area brings to mind Japanese izakayas, with hearty dishes like BBQ Squid ($36) and Chimichurri Aubergine ($30) headlining past menus.
Price: $$$
13. XO Cafe
Souffle pancakes from $8 near Haw Par Villa
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When you think of Haw Par Villa, you’d likely think of eerie statues and spooky tales. Souffle pancakes would probably be the furthest thing from your mind, and that’s where XO Cafe comes in. 11 minutes away from the Hell Museum, this rustic cosy cafe in South Buona Vista has souffle pancakes from just $8 and barista-brewed drinks.
Price: $$
14. 9toast
Cafe with extensive taro menu
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Orh Nee lovers listen up, 9toast in Dhoby Ghaut is a taro wonderland that you’ll want to put on your list. Their Purple Haze Latte ($7.90) is a visual stunner, with its purple swirls of taro and sweet potato. The paste is also served with their Original Toast ($8.50), which is honey-glazed bread sandwiching a stretchy, mochi-like milk injeolmi centre.
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Should your friends or partner not enjoy creamy, fresh orh nee, there are drinks like Yuzu Green Tea ($6.50) and Ruby Rooibos Tea ($5.50) for them to sip on.
Price: $$
15. Har Har Chicken Singapore
Prawn paste chicken burger and wings by Michelin-starred chef
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Running as just a pop-up in Junction 8, Har Har Chicken is an upcoming kiosk that’s the brainchild of a group of friends including LG Han, the chef and owner of 1-Michelin-starred Labyrinth and IG-famous, self-taught chef Lennard Yeong.
Try a Sriracha Mayo Har-Burger ($7.30) which has a crispy har cheong gai chicken fillet between soft buns, topped with spicy mayo. You can also get popcorn chicken style Har Har Pops ($4.80) for easy snacking or go back to basics with their Har Har Wings ($18/6 pieces).
Opens: 5th July
Price: $$
June 2024
1. 174bingo
Bakery in Joo Chiat with an industrial vibe
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Located in Joo Chiat, 174bingo is a hidden bakery with a rustic industrial design. They offer a variety of buns and desserts, such as the fan-favourite Iranian Pistachio Tart ($14), made from pistachios, vanilla, and pistachio cream. The tart is garnished with crushed pistachio for a smooth and crunchy bite.
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Otherwise, dip into Danish bakes with their Memory of Osterbrogade ($9), a croissant and muffin fused and filled with raspberry jam and topped with vanilla cream. Wash that down with a mocha ($6). If you’ve got furry friends, know that you can bring them with you – they can hang out at the pet-friendly outdoor porch area. However, do note that strictly no pets are allowed indoors.
Price: $
2. Toku Nori Handroll Bar
NYC-inspired Japanese handroll restaurant in Telok Ayer
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Here’s a new dining spot located in Telok Ayer, perfect for CBD folks to hang out at after work. Toku Nori is an omakase restaurant specialising in Japanese handrolls with ingredients freshly-sourced from Japan. Try their Wagyu & Uni ($9.50) and Foie Gras ($16). They’re made from premium-grade japonica rice called Koshihikari, the highest quality of rice in Japan.
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Your omakase meal will be incomplete without digging into their izakaya platter – their juicy tender Chicken Ribs ($14) drenched in sweet-salty yakisoba sauce justifies the price. Pair that with a glass of their recommended Sakura Matcha Latte ($6) to complete the meal.
Price: $$
3. Slowbytes
Vinyl listening cafe in Haji Lane with free-flow coffee
First, you’ve got Swee Lee Clarke Quay. Now, Slowbytes at Haji Lane is the newest vinyl-listening cafe for music lovers to hang out at.
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At Slowbytes, there are over 50 albums to choose from, including a mix of popular artists like Taylor Swift’s 1989, Adele’s 21, and Bruno Mars’s 24K Magic. From dance-pop and R&B to jazz and hip-hop, there’s a wide variety of genres available for listening. If you’re not sure what to pick, ask the staff to recommend one to kick things off.
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90 minutes of listening costs $30, inclusive of free-flow coffee like espresso, mocha, and latte. There are also books provided if you feel like multi-tasking while listening.
Price: $$
4. Gourmet Park Kampong Bugis
Pet-friendly outlet with 5 food truck brands
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You may have heard the name “Gourmet Park” before. That’s because it opened at Sentosa last year. A second pop-up has appeared in the form of Gourmet Park Kampong Bugis, with the same food truck brands on board.
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Run, don’t walk, to try Breakfast by Carnaby. It’s a new British eatery slated to launch at Robertson Quay later this year, but it’s soft-launching at Gourmet Park Kampong Bugis. Other names you can expect to find include American smokehouse Meatsmith and Quattro, which has authentic Italian cuisine. There’s also Backyard Bakers, known for their “blackout brownies” that start from $7.10, if you’re looking to end the meal off on a sweet note.
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If you want something with more kick, get their Quattro Spaghetti Meatball ($30) – where the meat is a blend of beef and Iberico pork. If you’re a herbivore, nom on Goodburger’s iconic plant-based burgers, with The Classic ($16) promising to be just as good as a real cheeseburger. Afterwards, cool it down with their Kampong B Mojito ($22), a classic cocktail but with pandan and calamansi for a local mix.
Price: $$
5. Lola’s Cafe
New 2-storey outlet at Tampines Mall
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Easties no longer have to travel to One Holland Village or Kovan for brunch, with Lola’s Cafe coming to Tampines Mall. You don’t have to worry about scrambling to find space, though, as the place is 2-storeys high. Plus, there are full-length windows for added ambience to boot.
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Dig into their signature Honey Paprika Crispy Wings ($13), balanced in a mix of sweet and spicy flavours. For a healthier choice, try out the Pulled Pork & Avocado Eggs Benedict ($17). It consists of sourdough bread sandwiched with smashed avocados, poached eggs, and chipotle-infused pulled pork that’s garnished with smoky paprika for a bit of kick.
There’s also new outlet-exclusives like the Lamb Shakshuka ($18) – marinated minced lamb, bell pepper, poached eggs, drizzled with feta cheese and tomato sauce.
Price: $$
6. 6 Letter Brunch
New outlet near Lavender MRT
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Quench your Western cuisine cravings at 6 Letter Brunch’s new branch at Outpost Climbing, near Kampong Glam. They specialise in rosti dishes like the hearty and flavourful grilled chicken rosti ($21).
Their crispy wings & waffles ($18) are also popular if you’re looking for something savoury with a bit of kick. Gym buffs out for a good post-workout drink, check out their fitness menu, which offers healthy shakes and smoothies with the calories listed out for you.
Their AC Super Shake Milkshake has superfoods like avocado and coconut infused for a healthy post-workout drink.
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For sweet tooth cravings, we heard their Berry Good ($14) shake is very good. Their AC Super Shake Milkshake ($9) is also a good choice if you want a dose of superfoods.
Price: $$
7. Sufirah Bitez The Cafe
Aglio Olio, Laksa & Nasi Lemak from only $5.50
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If you consider cafe-hopping a hobby, it’s no secret that it can get rather pricey. Those looking for a cafe with prices that won’t make your heart drop, check out Sufirah Bitez The Cafe. They’ve got affordable mains like their signature laksa ($5.50) and nasi lemak ($5.50).
Their spaghetti aglio olio and signature laksa.
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The laksa itself is thick and quite spicy, so not for the faint of heart. Should your palette desire something more Western, the spaghetti aglio olio ($5.50) is a popular choice and is available every Thursday and Friday.
Nutella fudgy and iced chocolate.
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Sweet tooths will love the Nutella fudgy ($3) and iced chocolate ($5), both are sure to fulfil any sugar cravings you have.
Price: $
8. Swee Choon Tim Sum
Affordable dim sum now in the North too
Hear ye, hear ye. Swee Choon Tim Sum has now opened at the new Anchorvale Village in Sengkang. Hare, you can find an outlet-exclusive barbeque meats menu, boasting items such as soya sauce chicken ($13), honey char siew ($12.80), and roasted pork ($12.80). Each set of items will be accompanied with either rice or noodles for a hearty carb combo.
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If you’re going to be eating solo, crowd favourites like the Mee Suah Kueh ($2.80) – a mix of deep-fried vermicelli, prawn, and Chinese hotdog – will be a good start. The Sweet Potato Salted Egg Custard Ball ($3.40) will appeal to people who like their eggs runny.
Price: $$
Address: 339A Anchorvale Road, B1-06-07, Singapore 541339
Opening hours: 8am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 62257788 | Swee Choon Tim Sum Website
9. Estiatorio Milos
Greek fine dining restaurant’s first outlet in Asia
The Milos Special.
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Fans of Greek food would be happy to know that Estiatorio Milos has just opened at The Shoppes at MBS. The restaurant has its fresh ingredients displayed for all to see, to replicate a regular Greek street fish market atmosphere.
You don’t have to break the bank to have a taste of this atas restaurant, either. While the official prices of the menu haven’t been released, most branches charge a 3-course meal for US$45 (~S$60.75), before accounting for GST and service charge. You do, however, have to sign up for Estiatorio Milos’ waitlist to chope a spot.
Price: $$$
Address: 8 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018955
10. Seal
Rosti waffles served poolside in the CBD
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After a hard day’s work in the office, head to Seal cafe. It serves up unique roffles – a fusion of rosti and waffles – at an affordable price. Their Beef Roffles ($12.80) are stacked with an in-house juicy patty, oozing cheese, and layered with sour cream to top things off.
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The lamb dinner ($13.80) is a more filling option, with a generous portion of lamb chop, coleslaw, and sour cream with the rosti and waffles, of course. Wash that all down with their cold brew melon oolong ($6.80), sourced from Giffle, an award-winning local tea brand so you know you’re getting your money’s worth.
Price: $
Address: 22 Dickson Road, Singapore 209506
Opening hours: 11am-11pm, Daily
Contact: Seal’s cafe website
11. Kebuke
Signature black tea from Taiwan
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The next time you’re around Orchard Road, swing by Kebuke to sip on their famous Taiwanese bubble tea. For just $2.90, you can get a medium cup of either Signature Black Tea, Jade Oolong Tea, Jasmine Green Tea, or Jade Oolong Tea.
Their Honey Black Tea with Fresh Lemon ($4) is a solid choice, especially in Singapore’s hot weather. Sip to a flavourful mix of lemon slices, sweet honey, and fragrant peach-flavour. If having milk tea is a must for you, check out their biscuit black tea latte ($5).
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Psst, power plugs are also available if you need a change of workspace, so you don’t have to worry about your battery levels.
Price: $
12. Bakery 1946
Korean bakery AKA Suhyeongdang with viral buns
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If you didn’t have the chance to visit Bakery 1946’s pop-up store at Bugis Junction a couple of months back, don’t fret. It’s coming permanently to Suntec City on 20th June, bringing classics like the Sweet Potato Bread ($5.20), a bun filled with sweet potato paste.
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To fulfil your sweet tooth cravings, try out the K-Apple Bread ($5.90) – an apple-shaped bun with apple chunks and smooth cream cheese for a soft yet crunchy texture. For something simpler, the Corn Bread ($3.90), chewy bread with sweet corn kernels, is also a great option.
Price: $
Address: 3 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038983
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: Suntec City Website
13. Eat Pizza
Korean pizza in the west
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Eat Pizza, famous for its 25cm-long rectangular pizzas, is opening its fourth outlet at IMM. There are plenty of flavours, but we’d recommend starting with the Pepperoni ($6.90) or the Hot & Spicy Chicken ($7.90) for more of a kick. The latter has a smokey chipotle sauce on spicy chicken chunks, sweet corn, and cream cheese goodness.
With it being a Korean place, it would be wrong not to try the Kimchi Bulgogi ($9.90) – sweet bulgogi beef chunks and kimchi for a sweet and spicy combo.
The Kimchi Bulgogi and the Hot & Spicy Chicken pizza.
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There will also be an opening day promotion on 8th June where the first 100 pizzas can be bought for just $1.99, limited to Crispy Potato Bacon, Pepperoni, and 100% Real Cheese Pizza. Plus, you can also win a free pizza from 9th-30th June if you complete the islandwide “25cm blindfold challenge”. All you have to do is use a measuring tape blindfolded and measure out the length of the pizza to exactly 25cm.
Price: $
Address: 01-K11, 2 Jurong East Street 21, Singapore 609601
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 8078 4260 | Eat Pizza Website
May 2024
1. L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele Singapore
Eat, pray, & love at this iconic pizza franchise
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The iconic L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele has opened its first Southeast Asian outlet at Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre. Made famous by Anthony Bourdain and films like Eat, Pray, Love, they’re known for the most authentic pizzas at affordable prices.
The pizzeria tries to mimic the vibe of a Neopolitan pizzeria, with an open kitchen hosting a handmade pizza oven, sociable staff mingling with guests and, of course, red wine.
Their signature is the 15-inch Margherita ($28) – a classic pizza of tomato sauce, cheese curds, basil, and pecorino romano cheese. If you want something more maximalist, they also have options like their Capricciosa ($35), which is topped with ham, mushrooms, olives, and artichokes.
Price: $$
2. Daily Beer
Chimaek franchise from Korea now in Telok Ayer
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Who doesn’t love crunching on some good old KFC? At Daily Beer, they pair crispy Korean fried chicken with its soulmate, craft beer – a pairing also known as chimaek. This South Korean chain’s first international outlet has beer on tap and Korean street food on its menu.
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Their Angry Bird (from $30.90) original fried chicken comes in 5 variations – plain, spicy sauce, soy garlic, Crunch (Garlic-Cornflakes), and Kimchi. Some other dishes they have are the Daily Tteokbokki ($28), with chicken tenders and fish cake, and their BHC Chicken-style cheese balls ($12/5 pieces).
Unique craft beers (from $14) like K-Ginseng lager or Kampong Pilsner are the perfect pairings for each dish. For the indecisive folks, the Beer Flight ($35) with 5 samples, lets you try a little bit of everything.
Price: $$
3. Slurp Mee
SG’s first self-service ramen cafe
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Self-service ramen cafes are all the craze around the world, with Koramie in JB, Eat Mee Mee in Shah Alam, and KMall in Quezon City. Now, Singapore can also join in on the fun at Slurp Mee.
Located in Farrer Park, this joint has 70 different ramen packets to choose from, including favourites like Buldak, Indomie, and Irvins. They’re arranged in price tiers of $3.50, $4.50, and $5.50, or you could opt for sets starting from $7.90, which include 3 toppings and a drink.
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Making ramen here is just as easy as making it at home. You’ll be given a bowl to mix your noodles and ingredients in. It will then be sent off to one of the cooking machines which will do the boiling for you. You can even choose if you’d like the noodles to be soupy or dry.
As this is a self-service cafe, you can make the noodles exactly how you want them by adding any combination of toppings like corn, cheese, and mushrooms (from $0.80).
Price: $
4. Fullybooked
Kopi & kaya toast in a stripped-down concrete cafe
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Taking a turn away from intricate decor and decals, Fullybooked is a Potong Pasir cafe, with stripped-down concrete interiors. This includes unpainted walls and cement staircases for a rustic finish.
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It also diverts away from modern cafes through its local and relatively affordable menu. You can find Traditional Kaya Toast with Butter ($2.60/4 pieces), with a generous slab of butter in each slice, or a full spread Nasi Lemak with Lemongrass Chicken Wing ($8.60).
They also have an open parking space for motorbikes, with free parking after 5pm on weekdays as well as for the full day on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Price: $
5. Planet Plus
Pink-themed furniture store & restaurant
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If you’re still on a Barbie hangover, you can check out the pink-themed Planet Plus. What started as a cafe inside the furniture store, has now turned into a resto bar with hearty dishes and drinks.
Pyongyang Spice Pizza.
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Tucked away in Scotts Square, they have intriguing meals like their North Korean spiced Pyongyang Pizza ($35) and cocktails for $18, like the Chendol, made with coconut pandan gin.
For the sweet-toothed visitors, Tiramisu in flavours like Osmanthus Sweet Wine ($17) and Mojito Grape Oasis ($18) will be sure to satiate.
Price: $$
6. Cafe Manna
Dreamy tent-shaped cafe
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There’s just something about dreamy white cafes that give Grecian vibes. The newest one on the block is Cafe Manna, with a tent-like building and stained glass decals.
Tiramisu Latte.
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You’ll find the usual suspects on a cafe menu like Smashed Avocado Toast ($16.90) and Truffle Fries ($14.90). However, they also have a few unique items sprinkled in like their Tiramisu Latte ($8.50), topped with a ladyfinger biscuit, or their Vietnamese Hot Choco ($7).
Price: $$
7. Swee Lee Clarke Quay
Buy vinyls & instruments at this music-themed cafe
What if your favourite vinyl cafe served waffles and also sold rare musical instruments? There aren’t any more ifs at Swee Lee Clarke Quay. Audiophiles might be familiar with the name; here you’ll find exclusive guitars from around the world to buy, personal vinyl-listening stations ($10/hour), and sinful cafe fare. They have over 5,000 vinyl records to choose from.
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Indulge in Matcha Azuki buttermilk waffles ($15/half or $18/full), with red bean paste, matcha cream, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream while you groove to retro tunes. And while you’re jamming out to regional artists, might we suggest their Kaya Toast and Dippy Eggs ($17) – a thick brioche french toast with pandan kaya custard and soft-boiled eggs?
Price: $$
8. Summer Bliss
Adorable shaved ice desserts
Panda Ice Tube.
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If you thought the fanfare for shaved ice couldn’t get any louder, check out Summer Bliss. With 500 outlets in China, the cafe has finally branched out to Singapore to deliver us adorable themed desserts.
Their Panda Ice Tube Snow Ice ($15.9) is almost too cute to eat, with toppings of melon balls, jelly, and an edible panda sculpture. If you’re looking for something a bit lighter, you can choose from their Hand Held Cups, which are single servings of shaved ice for $11.90.
Price: $$
9. Cafe Gyoen
Tokyo metro-themed washroom in Serangoon Gardens
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Transport yourself to the bustling stations of Tokyo at Cafe Gyoen, with their metro-themed washroom and Japanese food. The washroom has metro signs all over and train windows as mirrors, so you can take as many IG pics, without bothering commuters.
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Aside from the cool bathrooms, they also have hearty cafe fare, like their all-day Teishoku Breakfast sets (from $19). These sets are a twist on a classic English breakfast, with tamagoyaki, onigiri, miso soup, pickled veggies, marinated scallops, and a choice of protein.
Price: $$
10. Bites & Brews
First outlet of the Shanghai fusion chain in SG
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Fusion foods can be hit or miss, but Bites & Brews may have dishes that could change your mind. This Shanghai chain has brought its wooden tavern-like resto to Joo Chiat with Western-Chinese fusion cuisine.
Jian Bing Breakfast Burrito.
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Their brunch menu is where the fusion dishes come to life. Check out their Jian Bing Breakfast Burrito ($16) which is stuffed with spring-roll crepes, barbecue beef brisket, and topped with greens and sriracha mayo. For dinner, the menu features more of traditional Western foods like burgers and Grilled Iberico Ham Jowl ($35).
Price: $$
11. GU:UM
Date-worthy Korean charcoal grill at Keong Saik
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Need something to help set your romance aflame? Check out GU:UM, a modern Korean restaurant at Keong Saik. Watch your order of Tajima Wagyu Ribeye ($188/280gm) or Boston Lobster ($98) grilled live on a fiery charcoal grill.
The grilled meats and seafood come in your choice of marination of Galbi, Chilli Gochujang, Fermented Fish, or plain salt. For balancing out your diet, you could order from their Go Greens menu, with dishes like Iced Summer Broth ($24), with mungbean jelly and radish kimchi, or Umami Roots ($22), with parsnip, leek and lotus root.
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Although the prices are atas, GU:UM has a simple dining layout with the bonus of being able to see your food cooked in the open kitchen. You can add to this vibe with cocktails like Gold Fashioned ($26), made with Tokki Gold soju, tangerine, and chocolate bitters.
Price: $$$
12. Ume Maru
Whisky & umeshu bar hidden behind bookshelves
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Just last year, the now iconic vending machine bar, Ume San 100 opened, which led many of us to crave more hidden bars in Singapore. This month, you’ll have another place to venture at Ume Maru – a bar behind a bookshelf.
The cocktails here are inspired by Japanese literature and anime, like their Light of Nara ($22), an umeshu-based drink inspired by the show Princess Mononoke. You could also sample their whisky collection through 2 different flights: the Japanese Whisky Set ($42) and the Scotch Whisky Set ($34), each with a trio of 30ml samples.
Price: $$
April 2024
1. Nana Bunsik
Freshly-made gimbap
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Nana Bunsik started as a small home-based business named “Nana K Pot” back in 2020. It has just opened a physical storefront at NEWest Mall in Clementi and continues to sell the menu’s top picks such hot and spicy rice cakes called tteokbokki ($7.80) and jjajangmyeon ($13.80), which are noodles in blackbean sauce.
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While you’re there, you have to try their Tuna Mayo Gimbap ($11.80) and Spam Kimchi Gimbap ($12.80). Do keep in mind that the waiting time might be a tad bit longer than usual as the gimbap are made freshly on the spot.
Additionally, there’s free delivery for their kimchi every first Monday of the month, where you can choose from flavours like radish kimchi ($14) and spring onion kimchi ($22). Just note you need to order a minimum of 2 kimchi for delivery. The first 30 orders each month will receive a side of potato salad too.
Price: $
2. Kwaasong Bakeshop
Artisanal French pastries
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If you want to eat a croissant today, know that Kwaasong Bakeshop has recently opened about a 5-minute walk from Clarke Quay MRT station. A classic that you can’t forgo here would be their Croissant ($4.50) and Egg Tart ($5.50). For the more adventurous, there’s the Mentaiko Sausage Baton ($7.50) and Truffle Taleggio Fold ($6.50).
Ask the staff to have your pastries heated so that they taste as though they’re fresh from the oven.
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The bakeshop also offers a small selection of coffee such as Long Black ($5.50), Latte ($6), and Cappuccino ($6) that you can pair with your pastry. Their pastries usually sell out quickly, so you might want to pre-order them online via the Kwaasong Instagram. Alternatively, Kwaasong Bakeshop also offers deliveries at $8 per delivery.
Price: $
3. Song Yue Taiwan Cuisine
Authentic lesser-known Taiwanese dishes
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Song Yue Taiwan Cuisine is the place to go if you happen to be looking for a true taste of Taiwan. However, know that the dishes here go far beyond your usual mee sua. For comforting homely food, we recommend their Traditional Ginger Duck (from $27.90) and Ah Ma’s Rice Vermicelli and Taro Soup (from $19.90).
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For desserts, there’s the Pickled Cherry Tomatoes with Sour Plums (from $8.90) and Winter Melon Pickled with Fresh Passion Fruit (from $8.90) – both of which are cooling and refreshing desserts for warm and heaty days.
Price: $$
4. Kai Kai Sushi & Grill dishes
Pocket-friendly Japanese cuisine under Teppei brand
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Run by the very same people behind Teppei and Man Man Unagi, Kai Kai Sushi & Grill is a new go-to spot for your Japanese food cravings.
Besides sushi, expect to find a wide range of other Japanese dishes ranging from grilled skewers to rice bowls. For yakitori, look forward to Capelin Fish ($2), Pork Belly with Enoki Mushroom ($4), and oysters ($6). There’s also ikura fuji ($19.90) that comes with cod roe and onsen egg, and katsu don ($12) for those looking for filling donburis.
Price: $$
5. Surrey Hills Grocer
Pet-friendly outlet at Holland Village
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You might have already heard of Surrey Hills Grocer, since it has 3 existing IG-friendly outlets at Woodleigh, ION Orchard, and Raffles Place. Its latest location at Holland Village is its biggest one yet with cottage-core aesthetics. Plus, it’s pet-friendly with an in-house dog bakery where you can get some treats for your furbabies.
They’ve collaborated with Melbourne Spanish restaurant, MoVida Original, for this outlet. And you can look forward to a unique selection of dishes such as Truffled Wagyu Donut ($35) and Barramundi Salsa Verde ($40).
Price: $$
6. Bullock Cart Coffee
Quaint takeaway tea break spot selling French pastries
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Tucked away in Hong Lim Complex in Chinatown is Bullock Cart Coffee, a hole-in-the-wall cafe. The cosy space can fit less than 10 people, hence it functions best as a takeaway kiosk for you to pick up your essential cup of coffee. Coffee options here include classics such as the Black ($4) or White ($5) and ones that are more unique like the Taro Latte ($6).
If you’re looking to get a quick bite, consider choosing from their selection of bakes like the Croissants (from $3.80), Cruffins ($5.50), and Kouign-Amann ($4.60).
Price: $
7. Good Egg by Bearded Bella
Melbourne-inspired café in the CBD
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Nestled within the CBD, Good Egg by Bearded Bella is a Melbourne-inspired cafe by 2 friends who lived together in Australia. We recommend trying their Ajumma’s corned beef ($20), sliced avocado toast ($17), Basil pesto fusilli pasta ($17), or Scallops & cold pasta ($20) for their mains.
For coffee, they have their signature Coffee slushie ($8) and Citrus coffee spritz ($6.50) among classics such as Iced black ($6). However, if you aren’t really a coffee person, opt for their Homemade jasmine kombucha ($8) instead.
Price: $
8. Maison Boulud
Return of celebrity chef Daniel Boulud to Singapore
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If you were a fan of the now-closed Db Bistro & Oyster Bar, here’s good news. You can still have a taste of some of its signature dishes such as the Original Db Burger at Maison Boulud which has taken over the former’s current spot at the Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.
Some mains that you might want to consider include their Persillade ($128), which is a whole grilled Maine lobster with herbs and Puttanesca ($48), a traditional spaghetti from Naples. Wash it all down with their mocktails ($16 each) and reinvented classic cocktails ($24 each).
Price: $$$
9. Frankie & Fern’s
Rooftop cafe with brunch till 4pm
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Located on the rooftop of Holland Road Shopping Centre, you can dine with a view at Frankie & Fern’s. Order up their lunch set ($35), which comes with a starter and a main. Last we heard, their Woodfired Chicken is a hot favourite. You can choose to add an additional $5 for a dessert to go with your meal as well.
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Alternatively, ala carte dishes like the Roasted Short Ribs Toast ($22) and Frankie’s Breakfast ($26) are worth a try as well.
Price: $$
10. Torno Subito
Classic Italian dishes inspired by Italian Riviera
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Rest assured that you’re enjoying quality Italian food here at Torno Subito, which is helmed by celebrity chef Massimo Bottura who owns a 3-Michelin-starred restaurant in Italy. Look forward to the 6-course set menu, CIAO Singapore! ($168), which includes all of his signature dishes such as Modena Ribs, Pizza, and Pasta.
The cocktails ($20 each) and mocktails ($13 each) here are exclusive to Torno Subito with pretty unique names such as Be Right Back – chilli oil-washed Grey Goose vodka and lychee liqueur – and V.I.P Only, with cucumber, rosemary, and basil-infused soda.
Price: $$$
March 2024
1. Scoop & Sketch
2-in-1 ice cream & tattoo parlour
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There’s nothing like a scoop of your ice cream to turn your day into a yay, and at Scoops & Sketch, you can even get some new ink to remember it by. That’s right folks, this Nickelodeon-esque gelato joint with neon signs and wacky monster figures has a tattoo parlour on the second floor.
The studio, Naked Skin Tattoo, is managed by one of the eatery’s co-owners. Make an appointment if you want to get inked.
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If you just want to grab a bite without any needles, gelatos go for $5/single scoop, in flavours like Chrysanthemum Cacao Nibs and Speculoos. You can also add a waffle with your treat for $7.
As the name suggests, they also provide paper and colourful pens for you to doodle on, along with your meal. Who knows, maybe get one of those doodles inked.
Price: $
Address: 82 Lorong 23 Geylang, #01-01, Atrix, Singapore 388409
Opening hours: Mon-Wed 1pm-12am | Thu-Sun 12pm-12am
Contact: Scoop & Sketch Instagram
2. Swensen’s Unlimited
World’s first Swensen’s buffet opening in Terminal 2
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Flying into Terminal 2 at Changi Airport is Swensen’s Unlimited, the chain’s first buffet restaurant. At this new version of a Singapore fave, you can feast on Peranakan and Pan-Asian cuisines like Kueh Pie Tee or their free-flow roast meats and seafood.
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After stuffing yourselves with all the savouries, you can indulge in 48 rotating flavours of ice cream at their DIY sundae station, with unlimited toppings and a 6-tiered chocolate fountain.
Prices will differ depending on the day of the week, and time. Lunches on weekdays are $31/pax and on weekends, $50/pax, whereas dinners are $35/pax on weekdays and $60/pax on weekends.
Price: $$$
Address: 60 Airport Boulevard, #01-03, Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2, Singapore 819643
Opening hours: 11am-10.30pm, Daily
Contact: Swensen’s website
3. Tamba
West African cuisine on Duxton Road
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Sink your teeth into food from Nigeria and other West African countries at Tamba, a new bistro on Duxton Road. Upon entering, you’ll notice tribal and traditional murals adorning the walls of a softly lit venue, creating an intimate atmosphere. 
Jollof Rice
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Add a little bit of a zing to your tastebuds with Jollof Rice ($35): rice cooked with tomatoes, spices, smoked pork belly and topped with a grilled chicken thigh, or a bit of pizzazz with cocktails like Chouti (TBC): a banana liqueur and cognac drink mixed in with the popular ginger street drink, gnamakoudji.
Price: $$$
Address: 101 Duxton Road, Singapore 089964
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 6pm–12am (Closed on Mondays and Sundays)
Contact: 6513 5388 | Tamba website
4. Warabimochi Kamakura
Famous Japanese brand’s first outlet in SG
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Sticky, stretchy, and sweet are the 3 qualities that make a good warabimochi. Test them out at Warabimochi Kamakura, a famous Japanese brand that’s now in Singapore. They’re also our island’s only warabimochi cafe.
Unlike warabimochi which you may have purchased at Japanese fairs in Singapore, this one is made using the traditional method, exclusively with 100% bracken starch. It’s then tossed with roasted soybean flour for a nutty finish.
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At Warabimochi Kamakura, a 40gm-45gm piece of warabimochi goes for $3.90. It’s made fresh daily, and you can get it with ice cream for $5.90.
For a real twist on the classic, you can try their warabimochi drinks. Think bubble tea with gooey, soft mochi, not pearls. The more popular orders are the Strawberry Milk ($7.90) with strawberry mochi and Hokkaido milk, and the Coffee Milk ($5.90).
Price: $
Address: 7 Holland Village Way, #01-54, One Holland Village, Singapore 275748
Opening hours: 11.30am-3pm, 6.30pm-9.30pm, Daily
Contact: 9842 0608 | Warabimochi Kamakura website
5. Christina’s Duxton Hill
Free-flow wine at this new brunch spot
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Here’s to the ladies (and fellas too) who brunch: Christina’s, the new cafe and wine bar in the Mondrian Singapore Duxton. It’s a great spot for a weekend catch-up with its classy yet casual vibe of marble tables, stained glass embellishments and sleek, clean lines.
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They specialise in Asian fusion dishes like Crispy Chilli Crab Bonbon ($14), a fried croquette filled with chilli crab that’s served in its shell, and Shakshouka ($22), baked eggs in a spicy tomato sauce.
However, Christina’s is most lively on Fridays and Saturdays with their Beats at Christina’s evenings, where you can dance along to their DJ’s grooves and sip on free-flow natural wines at $88/pax.
Price: $$
Address: 16A Duxton Hill, #01-09 & 10, Mondrian Singapore Duxton, Singapore 089970
Opening hours: Sun-Thu 8am-11pm | Fri-Sat 8am-12pm
Contact: 6019 6010 | Christina’s Website
6. Punch Room
All-blue cocktail bar at EDITION
EDITION, the hottest new hotel in town, may have the hottest new bar too: Punch Room, a velvet blue landscape with creative cocktails and bites.
The cobalt walls house boozy punches like the Straits Punch ($27), a whisky, gin and wine mix with pomegranate, spiced lemon and Ceylon tea, as well as bar bites like Wagyu Sliders ($20) and Sweet Potato Chips ($18).
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For the non-drinkers who don’t want to splurge on a mocktail or twiddle their thumbs, but still want in on the blue tavern, Punch Room also has Afternoon Tea ($75/pax) every Friday and Saturday from 2pm-5pm with treats like Poached Lobster, Black Truffle Cheese Donuts and Pink Peppercorn Eclairs, to name a few.
Price: $$$
Address: 38 Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249731
Opening hours: Tue-Wed 6pm-12am | Thu 6pm-2am | Fri-Sat 2pm-2am (Closed on Mondays and Sundays)
Contact: 6329 5000 | Punch Room Website
7. Positivity Cafe
Explore Mongolian cuisine at this Tanjong Pagar cafe
You no longer have to brave the winters of Ulan Batur and Siberia to try a plate of Kotlet and dumplings. Simply make your way to Positivity Cafe in Tanjong Pagar, which specialises in Mongolian and East European cuisine.
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Try dishes like Mongolian Dumplings ($10.50), which are steamed dumplings filled with beef or chicken, topped with a zesty sauce and served with a side of creamy salad, or Mongolian Meat Pastry ($12.50): fried hand pies filled with oniony ground beef.
You’ll give full Marx to dishes like the Russian Kotlet ($10.50), a hefty meal of rice, cabbage salad, mashed potato and a meat patty doused in gravy. With prices this low in the CBD, it’s no excuse not to try something new.
Price: $$
Address: 76 Shenton Way, #01-04, Singapore 079119
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am-6pm (Sat-Sun open by reservations only)
Contact: 9088 0816
8. Fourgather
Street food served in an artsy cafe
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If you’ve been craving a bustling Bangkok night market but don’t have enough off days for a visit, check out Fourgather in Telok Ayer. This new, quirkily done-up cafe serves renditions of street food faves like tom yum noodles, and other Thai classics such as savoury fruit salads.
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You won’t have to deal with queues and brushing elbows; instead, you can relax under fairy lights and eclectic artworks here at Fourgather. Munch on crispy Fried Fish Miang ($44.90), which gets you a whole fish, or Thai Watermelon Salad ($16.90) for a lighter bite. This Thai-style dish is served cold, with herbs and spices atop.
Fourgather also has a lunch promo, where you can grab a set for $9.90-$12.90. This comes with a main, like Thai Basil Fried Rice, and a drink, like Thai Iced Tea or Thai Soya Bean, for those quick lunch breaks from work.
Price: $$
Address: 376 Telok Ayer Street, #01-02, Singapore 048464
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11.30am-3pm, 5.30pm-11.30pm (Closed on Sundays)
Contact: 8071 2946 | Fourgather Instagram
9. Cafe Monochrome in Chinatown
2-D cafe opens second outlet with Chinese design elements
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Who hasn’t ever wondered what it’d be like to live in a cartoon world? Well, you can take the first step into living out this experience at Cafe Monochrome’s newest outlet in Chinatown.
The cafe’s first eatery in Jalan Besar went viral for its black and white 2-D interiors, down to the cutlery and glassware. This location takes it up a notch by transforming itself with Chinese-inspired architecture, from bamboo foliage to paper lanterns.
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There are outlet exclusives to try here, such as their Crayfish Pasta ($23), for chilli sauce spaghetti topped with chunky crayfish, as well as staples like all-day Monochrome Brunch ($19): their take on an English breakfast spread. If you’re just looking for something sweet, you can try their frappes and iced teas like the Biscoff Frappe ($8.50).
Price: $$
Address: 25 Trengganu Street, #01-12, Singapore 058476
Opening hours: Tue-Thu 10am-9pm | Fri-Sat 10am-10pm | Sun 10am-pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: 8332 5195 | Cafe Monochrome Website
10. Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop Punggol Park
Scenic lakeside dining with Indomie fries and more
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We bet you’ve never seen a Tenderbest like the new Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop in Punggol Park, which is nestled right next to a lake for some scenic dining in the heartlands.
A departure from the usual dabao and go, you’ll be surrounded by nature while enjoying their signature fried chicken from $12.90 or more unique items like Indomie Fries with Egg ($5.50). This dish sees regular French fries topped with Indomie seasoning, kecap manis and a fried egg, or you could have Squid Ink Pasta ($15.90), which is jet-black spaghetti with an assortment of seafood.
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To satisfy your sweet tooth, this new Tenderbest also carries Haagen-Dazs ice cream. End your meal with sundaes like the Fruit Blossom ($15.90), served in a waffle cup.
Price: $$
Address: 97 Hougang Avenue 8, Punggol Park, Singapore 538768
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am-10pm | Sat-Sun 8.30am-10pm
Contact: Tenderbest website
11. Roia
French fine dining in Botanic Gardens
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Tucked away in the flourishing greens of the Singapore Botanic Gardens, is E J H Corner House’s newest host Roia. This French fine dining restaurant is for that atas night out with your partner for an anniversary.
By The Rainforest
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There are 2 set menus available here, featuring dishes that are primarily French-influenced, prepared with local ingredients and flavours.
The Signature Set ($188/pax) is a 6-course menu with dishes like Snowfall in Singapore, AKA scallops cooked with yoghurt and finger lime. For something fancier, the Experience Set ($288/pax) is an 8-course set with experimental dishes like By The Rainforest, or lamb with herb puree and mushrooms.
Price: $$$$
Address: 1 Cluny Road, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore 259569
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 6.30pm-12am (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
Contact: 8908 1705 | Roia website
12. Cafe Gui South Bridge
Korean-Japanese cafe with Hanok decor
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It’s time for Chinatown to start shaking their bento boxes at Gui Cafe South Bridge. This Korean-Japanese cafe went viral 2 years ago for its Dosirak Rice Box ($15.90), an old-school Korean-style meal in a metal box. Typically, this holds rice topped with egg, luncheon meat, kimchi and seaweed that you have to shake before digging in.
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Unlike the Novena outlet, this new outlet has Hanok-style decor such as wooden finishings and traditional air vents.
Menu-wise, the offerings here are similar to the first location, offering signatures like their Dalgona Honeycomb ($9.90) however, this outlet will also have an all-day breakfast menu with dishes like gimbap and matcha toast.
Price: $$
Address: 278 South Bridge Road, #01-01, Singapore 058827
Opening hours: Mon-Tue 10.30am-6.30pm | Thu-Sat 10.30am-9.30pm | Sun 10.30am-4.30pm
Contact: Gui Cafe website
13. Cafe On Pause
Pet-friendly cafe in Kovan with waffles & acai bowls
Just a 5-minute walk away from Kovan MRT is Cafe On Pause, a pet-friendly cafe with brunch and desserts. Feel free to bring along your furry bestie after a walk, or to just spend some time together outside the house, where they can meet new friends as well.
Their brunch menu, available from 9am-2.30pm, has dishes like a Prawn and Guac Tartine ($18), an avocado toast with fresh prawns, and Acai Bowl ($12.50).
If you’re visiting them in the evening, between 5.30pm-10pm, their menu transforms into one filled with milkshakes ($10.90), ice cream ($4.50/scoop) and waffles ($7).
Price: $$
Address: 37 Lowland Road, Singapore 547440
Opening hours: 9am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-10pm, Daily (Soft launch hours)
Contact: Cafe On Pause Instagram
14. ENchanko Hotpot & Kamekashi
Singapore’s first chankonabe restaurant
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Whether you’re a sumo in training or if you’re just entering the Naki Sumo Baby Crying Contest segment of your life, eat like a sumo wrestler at, ENchanko Hotpot & Kamekashi, Singapore’s first chankonabe restaurant.
Chankonabe is a hearty one-pot stew that sumo wrestlers eat to maintain their weight. You don’t have to have sumo goals in life to try this stew, as they have options like the Chicken Nabe Set ($16.80), meant for one.
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Another signature dish at this restaurant is kamameshi, which is rice cooked and served in an iron pot, topped with veggies and meat. One of their most decadent versions is the Miyazaki Wagyu Truffle & Ikura Kamameshi ($39), which is rich, fragrant, and worth the splurge.
Price: $$
Address: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-52A, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 6255 9188 | ENchanko website
15. Lukumades
Australian doughnut chain opens outlet in Bugis
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A big contender for the best donut brand in Singapore is Lukumades, the renowned Australian franchise selling Greek donuts with various sinful toppings, that’s finally here in town. These doughnuts are smaller, lighter and crisper than regular donuts, so you can easily indulge in more without feeling jelak.
Served in a tray of 10 for $12-$13 for 1 flavour or $15 for a half/half of 2flavours, you can try out flavours like Date Night, where they are coated in date syrup and sesame seeds, or Pistachio, where they’re blanketed in pistachio cream.
Price: $$
Address: 60 Arab Street, #01-01, Singapore 199757
Opening hours: Sun-Thur 9am-10pm | Fri-Sat 9am-12am
Contact: 9661 6071 | Lukumades website
16. Le Chocolat Maxime Frederic
Louis Vuitton-themed chocolates in Marina Bay Sands
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You may not have LVs all on your shoes, but you can have them on your chocolate bars at Le Chocolat Maxime Frederic, Louis Vuitton’s chocolate shop in its floating flagship store at Marina Bay Sands.
Singapore is now the only country where you can get these chocolates outside of Paris. Even if you’re not planning to purchase these rarities, the store is still worth a visit. Here, chocolate sculptures are displayed amidst the brand’s monogrammed wallets and bags, all of which you can swoon oo la la at.
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You can find artistic creations such as the child-sized chocolate figurine Vivien Sur Malle ($420) and cocoa replicas of bags, as well as more traditional chocolate items like Filled Chocolate Pralines ($75) and the LV Chocolate Bar ($30).
Cheaper items are usually sold out every day, so it’s best to hurry on to MBS early. Finally, you can boast having something from Louis Vuitton.
Price: $$$
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, B1-38/39, Louis Vuitton Island Store, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: 11am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 6788 3888
17. Mashi No Mashi
Famous S$90 Japanese Wagyu ramen from Tokyo
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One of the most anticipated restaurant openings to hit Singapore this year is Wagyumafia’s Mashi No Mashi, home of Wagyujiro, a top-class beef ramen from Japan.
Set to open in Bugis’s Guoco Midtown, this franchise has outlets in Tokyo, Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong, with a bowl usually costing a whopping $90. Though there’s little out now about the prices and menu in Singapore, other locations have had dishes like Wagyu Gyoza and Wagyu Donburi.
Price: TBD
Address: 124 Beach Road, #01-04, Guoco Midtown, Singapore 189771
Opening hours: TBD
Contact: Mashi No Mashi website
Bonus: Bakery 1946
Famous Korean bakery pop-up with fruit-shaped breads
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The famous Korean bakery, Bakery 1946, makes its return to Singapore with a new pop-up in Bugis Junction till 10th March. The viral fruit-shaped breads first appeared in Singapore last August at Market Blue in Tanglin Mall, but are back by popular demand.
Here, you can find adorable bakes like the K-Apple Bread or DaeguNeunggeumbang ($5.90/piece). As the name suggests, this is an apple-shaped bread filled with cream cheese and apple jam.
You can also find more unique breads like Corn Bread ($3.90/piece), a corn-shaped bread filled with cream cheese and corn kernels, or their Whole Chestnut Bread ($3.90/piece) filled with creamy roasted chestnut.
Price: $
Address: 200 Victoria Street, Level 1, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188021
Opening hours: 11am-9pm, Daily
Contact: Bakery 1946 Instagram
February
1. Louisa Coffee
Giant Taiwanese coffee chain
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Chances are, you’ve seen Louisa Coffee around during your jaunts to Taiwan. After all, they are the island’s biggest coffee chain, with 500 outlets well known for their warm atmosphere and great coffee. Their latest outlet at Guoco Midtown is no different, with the earthy colour palette keeping things nice and cosy, while the floor-to-ceiling windows provide splendid people-watching opportunities.
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Besides their signature Coffee Lattes ($4.90), another must-have is their specialty coffee, the Iced Black Coffee Latte ($6.90). Those wanting some small bites can consider their line of Singapore-exclusive Boston Cream Pies ($6.50/slice). These are available in flavours such as Matcha, Black Sesame, and Taro.
Address: 130 Beach Road, #01-13 & 14 Guoco Midtown, Singapore 189774
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 8am-9pm | Fri 8am-12am | Sat 9.30am-12am | Sun 9.30am-9pm
Contact: Louisa Coffee Instagram
2. Moss Cross Tokyo
French-Japanese omakase from $69
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Located in China Square, Moss Cross Tokyo’s new outlet marks the brand’s first foray outside its native Japan. Inside, you’ll notice the brushstroke paintings on the wall complement the overall light earthy theme very well.
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The theme is further continued in the Omakase experience. Unlike other restaurants, where the chef serves you directly, Moss Cross Tokyo features shokado omakase (from $69), where 9 individual dishes are packed into a bento-inspired wooden box. No two boxes feature the exact same dishes or layout either, further adding to the experience.
Address: 181 South Bridge Road, #02-01, Capri by Fraser, China Square, Singapore 058743
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 12-3pm, 6-10pm (Closed on Sundays & Mondays)
Contact: Moss Cross Tokyo website
3. Cha Chaan Teng
80s Hong Kong themed bar
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Eponymously named after the ubiquitous coffeehouses found all over Hong Kong, Char Chaan Teng eschews typical bar grub such as boneless wings or truffle fries in favour of tapas with Char Siew ($13.90) and Siu Mai ($12.90). The cocktails here are named after common Cantonese phrases too. These include the Saap Saap Sui ($18), which means easy-peasy in Cantonese, and Yat Gau Gau ($23), vernacular for speaking gibberish.
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Inside, you’ll find that the bar features plenty of elements from the former British colony, such as the dining booths and old photographs of the city. Those wanting to recreate Wong Kar Wai aesthetics for the ‘Gram will be glad to know that the entire place is decked out in red and green mood lighting, perfect for channelling that main character vibe.
Address: 284 Lavender Street, Singapore 338802
Opening hours: 5pm-12am, Daily
Contact: Cha Chaan Teng Instagram
4. Tipo Osteria
Classic Italian fare like Chicken Risotto
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Named after humble Italian restaurants offering simple sharing dishes, Tipo Osteria swaps out the brand’s signature customisable pasta for classic Italian staples like Chicken Risotto ($20). Big eaters can consider going for the 4-course set menu ($38.90), which comprises starters, salads, first and second courses, and dessert.
Inside, you’ll notice that the entire place exudes a vintage vibe, complete with small hexagonal tiles and retro chairs. If you’re looking for some small bites, head over to the open counter where you can check out the selection of pastries available. It also offers a view into the restaurant’s bustling kitchen, so you can catch the chefs in action as they whip up a storm.
Address: 16 Hamilton Road, #01-05, Singapore 209186
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 8721 0868
5. Sagye
Seasonal Korean pot rice
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Those looking for an alternative to hot soup and noodles during rainy afternoons can pop by Sagye. Translating to “4 seasons” in Korean, the restaurant serves up sotbab, traditional Korean pot rice with a variety of seasonal ingredients. These include the likes of beef shortrib (from $32.80) and abalone ($38.80). When you’re done, wash it all down with some nurungji, where hot barley tea is poured over the burnt rice at the bottom of the pot.
Do note that the restaurant only serves sotbab at lunchtime, as it’s primarily a K-BBQ place come nightfall. If you’d like to unwind over a steaming pot of rice and meat after a hard day of work, you’ll be glad to know that sotbab’s also available at Sotpot in Suntec, another newly-opened eatery.
Address: 95 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088516
Opening hours: 11.30am-3pm & 6-10pm, Daily
Contact: 9115 6735 | Sagye Instagram
6. Plain Meredith
Has a pet menu with salmon & steaks
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Paw-rents looking to dine with their furkids can consider stopping by Plain Meredith. Unlike other pet-friendly cafes, it has a dedicated pet menu with canine and feline-friendly options. But lest you think that it’s little more than kibble served in a pet dish, we’ll have you know that the menu choices include the likes of Ribeye Steak Bites ($15) and Baked Sassy Salmon ($16), all served on fancy Le Creuset crockery.
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But if you’re beginning to be envious of the atas offerings that are available to your furry friends, relax, the cafe’s got a menu for us humans too. Must haves here include the Truffle Aglio Olio ($22) and Steak and Eggs ($32), while brunch staples like the Breakfast Platter ($28) and Classic Eggs Benedict ($22) can be had as well.
Address: 7 Holland Village Way, #02-23/24, One Holland Village, Singapore 275748
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am-9.30pm | Sat-Sun 9.30am-9.30pm
Contact: Plain Meredith Instagram
7. Dipndip
Renowned international chocolate dessert chain
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Wonka wannabes finding Mr Bucket Chocolaterie just a little out of reach can consider popping by dipndip. Located in VivoCcity, this is the Kuwaiti dessert chain’s first dip into the Singapore market and features plenty of sweet treats with that great chocolatey taste.
Those who’d feed their phones before themselves can opt for The Chocolate Burj ($22.80). The confection features an upturned cone which you pour piping hot dark chocolate over, revealing a scoop of vanilla ice cream and Lotus cream puffs hidden underneath. Otherwise, the Fettuccine Crepe ($12.80) and Pancake Brownie Stack ($19.80) make good alternatives too.
Address: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-51 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: Dipndip Instagram
8. Jiak Kim House
Fine-dining resto in former Zouk
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Jiak Kim Street’s no stranger to many of us, with Zouk having called it home for nearly 25 years, before moving out in 2015. What was once the Velvet Underground Lounge has since been transformed into the upscale Jiak Kim House, with its familiar fuzzy walls and couches replaced by rattan chairs, black and white chequered tiles, and restored shophouse windows.
Gone are the lines for the classic bangers and mash too, with atas dishes like Miso Marmite Iberico Pork Chop ($48) and Lobster Two Ways ($98) having taken their place.
Address: 5 Jiak Kim Street, #01 – 16/17, Singapore 169425
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-3pm & 6pm-11pm (Closed on Sundays)
Contact: 9831 5430
9. Umai Artisanal Udon Bar
25 udon dishes
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If udon want your weekday lunches to be caipng or chicken rice, Umai Artisanal Udon Bar’s a great option too. On top of the normal Sanuki noodles typically found in Singapore, 3 other varieties can be had here. These include the ban mian looking Hoto and the you mian looking Hippari, as well as the 10cm wide Himokawa Udon that’s making its rounds on Tiktok.
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Those looking for a familiar dish with a twist can opt for the Chili Pan Mee Hoto ($15), which pairs Hoto noodles with clam sauce and shrimp aioli chilli. Otherwise, the Himokawa Udon with Niku Shabu & Tempura Deluxe Set ($23)’s also a versatile choice, as it can be served either chilled, or in hot soup.
Address: 128 Beach Road, #01-05 Guoco Midtown, Market, Singapore 189771
Opening hours: 11.30am-2pm & 5.30pm-8.30pm, Daily
Contact: 8748 3750 | Umai Artisanal Udon Bar Instagram
10. AIR
Sustainable restaurant with outdoor lawn seats
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Those wanting something more bougie while remaining environmentally-friendly can head over to AIR. Tucked amidst the greenery of Dempsey Hill, the restaurant’s all about sustainability and reducing food waste.
Take The Whole Coral Grouper for Two ($58), for example. While other restaurants dispose of the fish bones nary a second thought, the chefs here have instead chosen to pressure cook them into noodles. The oft-discarded meat from the fish head will be served as a pate too, further emphasising the concept.
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Seating here is mainly alfresco, with the large green lawn and its wooden steps comfortably accommodating 350. Indoor seating at their 2-storey facility’s available too. Guests on the 1st floor can catch the chefs in action, thanks to the open kitchen, while the dining area on the 2nd floor’s located next to the company’s R&D spaces, so you can have a peek at upcoming menu items.
Address: 25B Dempsey Road, Singapore 249918
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 5.30pm-11pm (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays)
Contact: 8228 1528 | AIR Instagram
11. Acoustics Coffee Bar
Work-friendly cafe
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True to its name, Acoustics Coffee Bar features noise-absorbing acoustic panelling, essential, given that the ever-busy Serangoon Road is just right outside. Most of their seating areas come with power plugs too, making it an attractive place for those wanting a quiet place to focus on those KPIs.
If you feel like you need an extra surge to power through those deadlines, grab one of their signature Cloud Coffees. These get their name from the thick scoop of sweet cream, which sits atop a variety of latte flavours, including the outlet-exclusive Hojicha ($9). Those looking to silence their tummy’s rumblings can consider heavier options like the Cauliflower Steak ($15) and the B.C.M. ($15), the latter being the cafe’s take on the ubiquitous bak chor mee.
Address: 2 Owen Road, #01-02, Singapore 218842
Opening hours: 8.30am-5.30pm, Daily
Contact: Acoustics Coffee Bar Instagram
12. Sushi to Sumi
SG’s first standing omakase bar
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The first thing that you’ll notice upon arriving at Sushi to Sumi is that there are no seats to be found anywhere. That’s because it’s Singapore’s first ever standing omakase bar. But before you start checking your bank balance, relax, it’s highly affordable, with their 11-course Ume available from $30. The lunch set starts with chawanmushi, followed by a variety of sushi and a grilled seafood dish, before finishing off with a bowl of miso soup.
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The restaurant also boasts a classy dark earthy theme throughout, which certainly helps highlight whatever’s cooking on the grill.
Address: 20 Cecil Street, #02-01, PLUS, Singapore 049705
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, 5pm-9pm (Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Contact: Sushi to Sumi Instagram
13. AMI Patisserie
Zen Japanese garden vibes in Orchard
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Located off Scotts Road, you can be forgiven for thinking that you’ve been transported to a zen garden somewhere in Japan the moment you step into AMI Patisserie. With its fluted doors and views of the majestic trees and terracotta warrior sculptures in the garden outside, it makes a good spot for unwinding on a lazy Saturday afternoon.
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Food-wise, there’s a variety of pastries to choose from. Those with a sweet tooth can consider the Kuri Mont Blanc ($20), while savoury options here include the likes of Burrata Cheese & Parma Ham Croissant ($14) and Seasonal Fruit Tarte ($15). As there are an extremely limited amount of seats, the store only accepts reservations, which you can make on TableCheck.
Address: 27 Scotts Road, Singapore 228222
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 11.30am-6pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: 8907 6146 | Ami Patisserie Instagram
14. Hankang Pocha
Korean alley-like decor
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It’s no surprise that the Hankang Pocha is decorated much like a Korean alleyway, given that it takes its name from outdoor stalls and carts selling street food. It touts itself as “The Most Affordable Korean Pocha”, and with most of the mains here available under $20, it’s hard to refute that claim.
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Must-tries here include their Hot Plate ($14), which can be had with a variety of meats, such as squid, fish, chicken, or pork. Their line of noodles is rather impressive too, with dishes like Korean Cold Noodles ($16), Korean Jajangmyeon ($12), and Hankang Ramen ($8) all available here.
Address: 50 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088471
Opening hours: 11.30am-3pm & 5.30pm-10.30pm, Daily
Contact: 6022 1860
15. Ralph’s Coffee
Exclusive merch & ice cream
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Whether you’re popping by after shopping for some polos next door, consider heading over to Ralph’s Coffee Orchard. It’s reminiscent of quaint florists in small-town England, with its vintage storefront, baskets of flowers, and exposed timber ceiling beams, perfect for those #cottagecore shots for the ‘Gram.
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On top of their usual offerings like Carrot Cake ($14) and Ralph’s Brownie ($8), there are outlet-exclusive menu items as well. Those wanting a sweet treat to beat the heat can grab a Ralph’s Coffee Soft Serve ($9), otherwise, the Pineapple Shaken Tea ($8) is a great option too. Collectors can also snag the Sttoke Lite tumbler ($69), which features the brand’s iconic bear over a backdrop of MBS and the Merlion.
Address: 1 Scotts Road, Shaw Centre, Singapore 228208
Opening hours: 8am-9pm, Daily
Contact: Ralph’s Coffee Instagram
16. Keng Eng Kee Seafood
Local icons like ERPs
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KEK Seafood’s interior clearly takes a leaf out of our daily lives, with local icons like traffic lights and day parking signs making an appearance here. Even the waiting area’s fashioned out of an old bus stop, while the eatery’s clock resembles an ERP Gantry.
Besides serving up Michelin-starred staples like Signature Moonlight Horfun (from $10.80) and Marmite Chicken (from $15.80), outlet-exclusive menu items are also available here. These include the Otah Charcoal Fried Dough Fritters ($16.80) and Cereal Hei Bee Hiam fried ice cream ($8.80).
Address: 9 Sentul Crescent, #02-01 SAFRA Punggol, Singapore 828654
Opening hours: 11am-2pm & 5pm-10pm, Daily
Contact: 9691 0616 | KEK Seafood website
17. Hey Kee
Old-school Hong Kong style seafood restaurant
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Hey Kee HK Seafood’s interior harkens back to colonial-era Hong Kong, with bright neon signs, white and green mosaic tiles, and old film posters of Bruce Lee and Chow Yun-fat all featured heavily here.
If you’re looking to come here with a larger party, private rooms are available for reservations too. These seat up to 20 pax and require a deposit of $100 at least a day in advance. They’ve got karaoke machines too, should an after-dinner k sesh be in order.
As its name suggests, they specialise in Hong Kong-style seafood, serving dishes such as Deep Fried Cuttlefish with Salt and Pepper ($20.80) or the “Typhoon Shelter” style Stir-Fried Crab (market price). Those wanting land-based meat can consider the Pan Fried Beef Tenderloin Cubes with Potatoes ($36.80) or the ‘Temple Street’ Crispy Roast Chicken (from $22.80) as well.
Address: 102 Guillemard Road, #01-01, Singapore 399719
Opening hours: 11.30am-3pm & 5.30pm-10.30pm, Daily
Contact: 9891 0950
18. Ramen-ya
Hole-in-the-wall ramen store
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With its row of counter-facing seats and Japanese lanterns strewn overhead, you’re not wrong for wondering if you’ve stepped into a small ramen joint in one of Ginza’s back alleys upon entering Ramen-ya. Nestled in East Village, the tiny 8-seater restaurant is known for its thick, full bodied broth found in its Special Tonkotsu Red ($14.80) and Special Shio Ramen ($13.80).
Given its small size, queues here are a given, so it’s best to come early to beat the lunch or dinner crowds.
Address: 430 Upper Changi Road, #01-03 East Village, Singapore 487048
Opening hours: 11.30am-2pm & 5pm-9pm, Daily
19. Porsche Studio
Fancy sports cars & pastries
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Regardless if you’re a car aficionado or just want a chill place to beat the heat, consider popping by the Porsche Studio. A cross between a car showroom, designer boutique, library, and cafe, it’s located in Guoco Midtown.
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Unlike conventional car showrooms, which heavily tout the latest and greatest in the marque’s lineup, there’s plenty for non-car enthusiasts to do here too. While your petrolhead friends have a go at the racing simulators or spec out their dream supercars, check out their line of Singapore exclusive merch or refuel with some light bites like the Black Forest Porsche Experience ($8.50) at Cafe Carrera, the in-house cafe.
Address: 130 Beach Road, #01-12 Guoco Midtown, Singapore 189774
Opening hours: 10am-8pm, Daily
Contact: 6816 9911
January
New Year, new me? Well, more like new restaurants and menus for foodies to sink their teeth into. Think smushed cones packed with umami, meats that have been roasted over firewood for hours, and a spot that offers rosti in waffle form. We’ve rounded up a list of new cafes and restaurants in January 2024 so you can start your year off full.
1. Ugly Cones & Asylum
Ice cream from a literal hole in the wall
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We’re starting with something sweet at Ugly Cones, tucked away at Asylum’s coffee dispensary. Their umami-packed cones come with toppings like homemade Japanese jellies and bite-sized mochis. Simply order your desired flavour of ice cream from their electronic kiosk and wait for it to be served through a tiny hole in the wall.
There are 3 flavours to choose from; Chocolate, Japanese Strawberry, and Miruku-ame, a combination of Madagascan vanilla, Hokkaido milk and mizuame. A single scoop ice cream cone starts at $7.50 with toppings costing an extra $2-$2.50.
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If coffee is your preferred beverage, try some of the 4 flavoured moon brews exclusively sold here. If you prefer to brew your cup of java, they also carry a wide selection of beans from across the globe. You can find Moon Brews in flavours like Toffee Nut or Gula Melaka which are produced with beans sourced from Colombia, Brazil, and Ethiopia.
Price: $$
Address: 435 Orchard Road, #B1-04 Wisma Atria, Singapore 238877
Opening hours: 11am-10pm, Daily
Contact: Ugly Cones Instagram
2. Fireplace by Bedrock
Wood-fired eats at this bar & grill
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Located at One Holland Village, the latest shopping mall to open its doors on our island, is Fireplace by Bedrock. They have a strong focus on cooking by fire, so you can expect dishes roasted to perfection by experienced pit masters.
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Some of their signature dishes to look out for are starters like Von Liebig’s Glazed Bread ($9) and Bone Marrow Toast ($28). Mains like the crispy pork belly (from $35 for 200g) or roasted lamb (from $42 for 200g) are definite must-trys, having been slow-cooked for at least 6 hours.
Like most of the restaurants at One Holland Village, Fireplace offers pet-friendly outdoor alfresco seating – so don’t leave them behind.
Price: $$$
Address: 7 Holland Village Way, #03-27/28 One Holland Village, Singapore 275748
Opening hours: Sun-Thu 11.30am-3pm, 6pm-10pm | Fri-Sat 11.30am-3pm, 6pm-10.30pm
Contact: 6589 8760 | Fireplace by Bedrock website
3. HighHouse
2-storey nightclub & lounge with panoramic views
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HighHouse occupies the 61st and 62nd floors of One Raffles Place. Sporting digital art installations on their walls, it’s an aesthetic spot to grab a bite after office hours.
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It’s a lounge, club and restaurant all at once – transitioning seamlessly between dinner service and happy hour. If you’re here for a meal, you can get sharing plates that start from $16 to portions of Spanish Jamon ($65) – that’s ham that’s been aged for 48 months.
Try one of their signature $22 cocktails like Tobacco & Grain which features vodka, vermouth, champagne and a “cigar” of sorts. There’s also Seaweed & Shiso made with seaweed-infused Japanese gin, Shiso perilla, and umami bitters.
There are also private rooms and a “sky karaoke nook”, all perched 282m above the ground with views of the surrounding skyline.
Price: $$$
Address: 1 Raffles Place, L61-62, Singapore 048616
Opening hours: Tue 6pm-1am | Wed-Sat 6pm-2am
Contact: 9677 8074 | HighHouse website
4. Miracle Coffee
JJ Lin’s cafe now permanent
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Owned by homegrown Singer JJ Lin, Miracle Coffee’s pop-up is now a permanent addition to the ArtScience Museum’s lobby. Fans can expect their usual selection of single-origin coffees with some new pastries and small bites. They offer fan favourites like JJ’s Wonderblend ($9) and The Miracle 4 ($11), which includes a flight of 4 speciality blends.
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You can also pair your caffeinated beverage with food items such as mushroom wraps ($16), laksa prawn ($13) or crab otah sandwiches ($13). The cafe gets tons of natural light, given the museum’s glass facade, so you’ll get a nice view of Marina Bay Sands while you enjoy your daily cuppa.
Price: $$
Address: 6 Bayfront Avenue, Lobby, ArtScience Museum, Singapore 018974
Opening hours: 10am-7pm, Daily
Contact: Miracle Coffee Singapore Instagram page
5. Slowboat
SG’s first ever vinyl listening cafe
If the classic dinner and movie combo seems a little dull at this point in your relationship, spice it up at Slow Boat. It’s Singapore’s first vinyl-listening cafe where you get to listen to some tunes from their vinyl collection for $30/hour.
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You’ll get a complimentary drink with your ticket, so simply find your preferred LP and head to one of their many turntables, plug in the provided headphones, and immerse yourself in the music.
Drink options include your choice of either black or white coffee ($5), yuzu ($5), or green tea ($3). There’s also a root beer float ($5) if you’re craving something sweet. They carry music across all genres, from oldies like the Bee Gees and David Bowie to more current artists like Coldplay, and Taylor Swift.
If you brought a friend or a date, each turntable comes equipped with 2 headphone ports – so you can both vibe together. Once you’re done, head to the black-and-white photo studio at Fotomat, which shares the same space as Slow Boat. You know, so you can finish off your date with a commemorative photoshoot.
Price: $$
Address: 45A Craig Road, 2F, Singapore 089683
Opening hours: 8am-9pm, Daily
Contact: Slow Boat website
6. Christina’s @ Duxton
Enjoy free-flow wine & snack trays
The aesthetics of this swanky restaurant are definitely a feast for the eyes.
Image credit: Christina’s Singapore Duxton via Google Maps
Christina’s can be found within the walls of Mondrian Singapore Duxton – a hotel that opened this past year. If you’re on the lookout for a new spot for brunch, they also serve Chilli Crab Scrambled Eggs ($18) and Kaya Toast ($16). The latter is no ordinary kaya toast, though – it features blue cheese gratin toasted sourdough.
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The bar’s garnered some great reviews so far as well with their Asam Boi Highball ($23) gaining quite the reputation amongst regulars. The first week of every month, Christina’s holds Beats At Christina’s, an event with DJs dropping some groovy tunes while diners enjoy free-flow wines and finger food from 8pm-10pm each Friday and Saturday for $88/pax.
Price: $$
Address: 16A Duxton Hill, #01-09/10 Mondrian Singapore Duxton, Singapore 089970
Opening hours: Sun-Thu 8am-11pm | Fri-Sat 8am-12am
Contact: 6019 6010 | Christina’s Instagram
7. Ju Xing Home
Authentic Hong Kong-style zi char in Takashimaya
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We’re moving from Christmas feasts to eateries for your reunion dinners almost as quickly as supermarkets switch up their festive decorations. If you’re one of the many looking for CNY nosh, check out Ju Xing Home. It is a relatively new restaurant at Takashimaya that’s modelled after old-school Hong Kong eateries.
Try their rendition of the classic Chinese staple: Sweet and Sour Pork ($16.80)
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Their specialities include Double-boiled Clam Soup with Mountain Pepper ($25.80) and classic Canton staples like Sweet and Sour Pork ($16.80) from their a la carte-only menu. KIV this spot for CNY if you’ve got relatives in town craving for some Cantonese or Si Chuan-style cooking.
Price: $$$
Address: 391 Orchard Road, #B2-36A Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Singapore 238872
Opening hours: 11am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 9666 1357 | Ju Xing Home Instagram
8. NY Char Grill
Affordable set meals from $10.90++
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NY Char Grill is a new BBQ spot in Jewel, Changi Airport with set meals at prices that your wallets will thank you for.
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They have set meals with your preferred cut of meat that comes with rice and soup, taking pages from both Japanese and Korean grilling techniques. If you consider yourself a barbeque enthusiast, you can even top up an additional $5 for your pick of Peccan, Cherry, Hickory, or Apple wood chips to add the smoky flavour of your choice.
There are also pre-cooked dishes like Grilled Tiger Prawns ($19.60) and sides like Corn Elote ($6) to complete your meal. With that GST increase, this is a spot you’re gonna wanna bookmark for future BBQ-centric meet-ups.
Price: $$
Address: 78 Airport Boulevard, #03-227/228 Jewel, Changi Airport, Singapore 819666
Opening hours: 12pm-10.30pm, Daily
Contact: 8772 4227 | NY Char Grill website
9. Jeju Sanghoe
Authentic Jeju cuisine like pork noodle soup
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Jeju Sanghoe brings dishes from South Korea’s provincial island to our shores, so you can try some of the island’s local fare, minus that 5-hour flight. Jeju’s cuisine is different from that of Busan’s or Seoul’s – in a way that it spotlights the breed of pigs that can only be found in Jeju-do.
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For a taste of that in Singapore, Jeju Sanghoe offer dishes like their signature Gogi-Guksu ($17) – pork soup with noodles – and Moum-Guk ($17), which is pork soup with rice.
Price: $$
Address: 74 Tras Street, Singapore 079013
Opening hours: 11.30am-3pm & 5pm-10pm, Daily
Contact: 6977 7977 | Jeju Sanghoe Instagram
10. Chicco Pasta Bar
Homemade Italian dishes made from scratch
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Chicco Pasta Bar is a casual space for diners to enjoy some authentic Italian dishes. In the sea of Korean BBQ joints, bridal salons, and gastro pubs, this Italian restaurant is certainly a welcome addition to the Tanjong Pagar area.
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Order up classic Italian favourites like Rigatoni ($18), Mafaldine ($18), and Spaghetti ($18). Plus, the pasta here is made fresh daily. We’d recommend saving room for dessert – because their Tiramisu ($12) is a treat in itself, made with pistachio and coffee mascarpone.
Price: $$
Address: 208 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068642
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 11.30am-10pm | Fri-Sat 11.30am-10.30pm (Closed on Sundays)
Contact: 8468 8146 | Chicco Pasta Bar website
11. Wushiland Boba
Sample tea for free before buying
Image for illustrative purposes only.
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If you’re just as serious about bubble tea as we are, head down to One Holland Village to try out Wushiland Boba. Hailing from Taiwan, it’s the latest bubble tea chain to set up shop on our shores. Their first outlet here even features an area where customers can sample their teas before buying one. Much like other bubble tea joints, you’ll get to customise your sweetness and ice levels.
Tea-sampling booth.
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As part of their soft launch promotion, customers who sign up for their membership enjoy 20% off their total bill for their first order. New members also collect points to redeem rewards with their next orders.
Price: $
Address: 7 Holland Village Way, #02-22 One Holland Village, Singapore 275748
Opening hours: 11.30am-9.30pm, Daily
Contact: 9016 2313 | Wushiland Boba website
12. Mnemonic Brew
Unique coffee like Smoked Cinnamon Latte
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Tucked away on the second floor of Oxley Tower lies Mnemonic Brew. Much like its namesake, the coffees here a certainly unique enough to remember. Take the Smoked Cinnamon Latte ($7) that comes with an actual stick of cinnamon that’s been torched for added olfactory effect.
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There are also coffees infused with sea salt ($8) and osmanthus (from $7) if you’re game to try these unique combinations. While seating is limited at Mnemonic Brew, you get a pretty good view of the bustling CDB intersection below from their floor-to-ceiling windows – so if you can secure a seat for yourself, it’s a great spot to chill and people-watch.
Price: $
Address: 138 Robinson Road, #02-01 Oxley Tower, Singapore 068906
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6.30pm | Sat 9am-3pm (Closed on Sundays)
Contact: 8763 9515 | Mnemonic Brew Instagram
13. Ingen Kyoto
Japanese teahouse by the folks behind Hvala
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The people behind tea-centric establishments Hvala have added yet another spot for tea to their list of teahouses. This one’s straight outta Kyoto and sports some super Insta-worthy aesthetics. Ingen Kyoto at ION Orchard is their latest teahouse, and it packs way more than tatami mats and Japanese ceramics.
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Their selection of specialty teas and desserts starts from $12.80. One fun fact about the menu here is that their desserts are seasonal and based on the Japanese practice of dividing their calendars into 24 according to the sun’s movement.
December saw melon and yuzu-forward desserts like the Kabocha ($19.80) and Zenzai ($19.80). Tea-wise, you’ll be spoilt for choice with around 200 options to choose from. Each tea is brewed thrice so you’ll experience a different profile with each tasting. Take your pick from their range of white, yellow, green, oolong, black, dark and herbal teas and see what they have in store for desserts this month.
It’s strictly walk-ins for now, so you can’t even make a reservation.
Price: $$
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #B3-15/16 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: 12pm-9.30pm, Daily
Contact: Ingen Kyoto website
14. Shiok Burger
Mala burgers & ebiko tater tots
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Shiok Burger, a new fast food restaurant at Paya Lebar Square has something that might interest local foodies or burger aficionados. Its Mala Burger ($6.75) consists of a juicy chicken patty slathered with Mala sauce, sandwiched between two freshly baked hand-rolled Chinese buns.
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Some early reviews have noted the Mala sauce not to be as spicy as one would expect, but still able to deliver that numbing sensation. Offset the spice with sides like cheesy fries and tater tots with ebiko sauce from $2.95 for small and $4.50 for big portions.
Price: $
Address: 60 Paya Lebar Road, #01-77 Paya Lebar Square, Singapore 409051
Opening hours: 11am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 9189 9937 | Shiok Burger Instagram
[Closed] Atelier GDMC X SEAL
Dig into rosti waffle burgers
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If you’re a fan of rosti, a Swiss breakfast classic, the minds at Atelier GDMC X Seal have recently cooked up something at their Ubi cafe. They specialise in the Roffle, a rosti in waffle format that’s used as the buns in their new range of burgers.
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For protein, you have the options of grilled chicken, beef, lamb, or fish which goes between layers of sour cream, cheese, and scrambled egg. Prices for these tasty breakfast burgers start from $10.80.
Complete your meal with soft-serve (from $6.50) that comes sealed in their signature canned form or pair your hearty roffle with one of their cold-brewed teas ($7) in flavours like Melon Oolong and Green Tea Lychee.
Price: $$
Address: 71 Ubi Crescent, #01-01 Excalibur Centre, Singapore 408571
Opening hours: 12pm-11pm, Daily
Contact: Sealsg Instagram
Visit these new cafes & restaurants in November
From drinking spots to hearty hotpots and cute cafes, there is no reason for you to say that there are no new places to dine at in Singapore. Many of the places on this list are affordable and have opening promotions, so head on down now before they are over.
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