Must-see restaurants in Singapore

  • Mattar Road Seafood BBQ

    Singapore

    One of Singapore's best hawker stalls for chilli and white pepper crab, while you're there try the fiery sambal stingray as well.

  • Poke Theory

    Chinatown & the CBD

    During peak times, health fanatics practically overrun Poke Theory. The object of their desire? Poke (pronounced poh-kay), Hawaiian raw fish, served in…

  • PS Cafe, Ann Siang Rd

    PS Cafe

    Chinatown & the CBD

    From the ground-floor black-marble bar to the upstairs sweep of crisp linen, Chesterfield banquettes and Dior-clad women, colonial glamour is always in…

  • Deen's Food Stall Appam Specialist

    A1 Deen's Biryani

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    You'll find Singaporeans of all ages in line at this hawker stall to indulge in appam (fermented rice-flour and coconut-milk pancake), a nostalgic…

  • Lokal

    LoKal

    Chinatown & the CBD

    By day this Aussie-style eatery, with a German twist inspired by neighbouring Goethe-Institut, serves up mouthwatering homemade dishes that have patrons…

  • Tiong Shian Porridge Centre, stall

    Tiong Shian Porridge Centre

    Chinatown & the CBD

    Appetite piqued, pull up a plastic stool at Tiong Shian Porridge Centre, an old-school kopitiam (coffeeshop) where elderly uncles tuck into delicious…

  • Nanyang Old Coffee

    Nanyang Old Coffee

    Chinatown & the CBD

    A smart choice for a traditional Singaporean breakfast of kaya (coconut jam) toast, runny eggs and strong kopi (coffee). Sit outside in the breezy five…

  • Holland Village Market & Food Centre

    Holland Village Market & Food Centre

    Holland Village, Dempsey Hill & the Botanic Gardens

    Avoid the run-of-the-mill restaurants across the street and join the locals for cheap, scrumptious Singapore grub. A small clutch of stalls sell chicken…

  • Rojak Popiah & Cockle

    Rojak, Popiah & Cockle

    Chinatown & the CBD

    Hit this veteran stall for juicy, made-to-order popiah (fresh spring rolls) and the sweet-and-sour flavour explosion of rojak (tropical fruit and…

  • Open Farm Community

    Holland Village, Dempsey Hill & the Botanic Gardens

    In a revamped greenhouse scattered with designer furniture and patronised by a health-conscious clientiele, this place puts a tropical spin on the farm-to…

  • Le Chasseur

    Singapore

    Think you're in for escargot? Think again. Set inside an airy, super-local hawker centre, low-frills Le Chasseur is one of Singapore's best bets for…

  • Trapizza

    Sentosa Island

    At the quieter end of Siloso Beach, Trapizza is a great place to head if you're after a great beach vista coupled with yummy thin crust pizzas straight…

  • Ah Meng Restaurant

    Singapore

    Smack bang in the middle of the Singapore Zoo this is the easiest place to grab a bite to eat during your visit. Choose from local favourites like…

  • Rasapura Masters

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    If you prefer your hawker grub with a side of air-con, head to this bustling, gleaming food court in Marina Bay Sands mall's basement. Its stalls cover…

  • Inle Myanmar

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    Bright and relaxed, this is the most accessible of the Burmese eateries inside Peninsula Plaza. Order a bowl of signature mohinga, a delicate, sweet-and…

  • Botanico

    Holland Village, Dempsey Hill & the Botanic Gardens

    Located on the upper level of this former stable for cars, now unsurprisingly called The Garage, this contemporary bistro serves modern European dishes…

  • Providore

    Singapore

    Waiting at the top of Mandarin Gallery's outdoor escalator is Providore, a cool, upbeat cafe pimped with white tiles, industrial details and shelves…

  • Eng Lock Koo

    West & Southwest Singapore

    Handy for breakfast or lunch if you're on your way to Reflections at Bukit Chandu or Kent Ridge Park, this small collection of stalls is found inside an…

  • Wild Honey

    Singapore

    Industrial-style windows, concrete floors and plush designer furniture: airy, contemporary Wild Honey serves scrumptious all-day breakfasts from around…

  • Ananda Bhavan

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    This super-cheap chain restaurant is a top spot to sample South Indian breakfast staples like idly (fermented rice cakes) and dosa (thin, lentil-flour…

  • Ulu Ulu Safari Restaurant

    Singapore

    Offering buffet or à la carte dining, you can choose from a spread of local specialities and seafood. An Asian buffet is available from 5.30pm to 8.15pm,…

  • Charlie’s Corner

    Singapore

    Set on the oceanside corner of the Changi Village hawker centre, Charlie's is an institution. There's a wide variety of beers and a long list of comfort…

  • Lower East Side

    Singapore

    Chairs hanging from the ceiling, recycled timber tables and sexy Latino beats: this cool, casual taco shack packs in a diverse crowd, all here for a…

  • Casa Verde

    Holland Village, Dempsey Hill & the Botanic Gardens

    The most accessible restaurant in the Botanic Gardens, ‘Green House’ serves acceptable Italian grub – pasta, salads, sandwiches – plus wood-fired pizzas …

  • Da Paolo Pizza Bar

    Holland Village, Dempsey Hill & the Botanic Gardens

    The successful Da Paolo chain has two outlets in Holland Village alone: a deli-cafe (at 118 Holland Ave) and this polished bistro with terrace seating…

  • Usman

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Cluttered with sacks of flour and onions, tiny Usman whips up seriously fine paneer (soft, unfermented cheese made from milk curd); the palak paneer …

  • Azmi Restaurant

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Right beside Abdul Gafoor Mosque, this pocket-sized Muslim snack shop fills up around prayer time, its customers spilling out onto the street. Tuck into…

  • Food Canopy

    Holland Village, Dempsey Hill & the Botanic Gardens

    You'll find this breezy collection of hawker stalls outside the Botanic Gardens' Healing Garden. There's no shortage of favourites, from kaya (coconut jam…

  • Ya Kun Kaya Toast

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    In the basement food hall of Bugis Junction mall, this respected local chain is a solid spot for a traditional local breakfast of kopi (coffee) and kaya …

  • Spuds & Aprons

    West & Southwest Singapore

    Perched at the top of Mt Faber, inside the cable-car terminal, Spuds & Aprons is a cool, casual restaurant. The food is nothing to write home about, but…

  • Adam Road Food Centre

    Holland Village, Dempsey Hill & the Botanic Gardens

    Locals tout this hawker centre as home to the best nasi lemak (coconut rice served with fried anchovies, peanuts and a curry dish) in town. Join the line…

  • Old Chang Kee Coffee House @ Rex

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    What started as a small curry-puff stall in a coffee house in 1956 has rapidly grown to be one of Singapore's most recognised food brands (look for the…

  • Takashimaya Food Village

    Singapore

    In the basement of Japanese department store Takashimaya, this polished, expansive food hall serves up a Who's Who of Japanese and other Asian culinary…

  • Lad & Dad

    Chinatown & the CBD

    If you've got a hankering for the taste of Ol’ Blighty, then head to this new generation hawker stall run by a father-and-son duo, who serve up possibly…

  • Food for Thought

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    We admire the philosophy behind this restaurant – a portion of the proceeds go to aid projects. The food itself is a mix of familiar favourites: pastas,…

  • Singapore Food Treats

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    This spot is a retro-inspired recreation of the hawker stalls from 1960s Singapore, except with a dose of air-conditioning. Located under the shadow of…

  • Golden Mile Complex

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    This is Singapore’s Little Thailand. Forget the fancy restaurants with their Buddha statues and cultural knick-knacks: if you want real Thai food, head to…

  • Jungle Rotisserie

    Singapore

    Serves up fresh-from-the-oven roast chicken, with hot and cold sides like coleslaw, fries and pretty good mashed potatoes with gravy. Grab a seat near the…

  • Ah Meng Kitchen

    Singapore

    Located before the ticket collection point, Ah Meng Kitchen is is a good pit stop before or after visiting the zoo. Tuck into Singaporean favourites…

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