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n this food crazed city of ours its hard to keep
up with all the new openings. Its even harder to
identify the truly great restaurants, rather than
those that simply have the best PR. Based on
I-S Magazines honestand anonymousreviews,
this guide is a celebration of what we think really are
the best spots in town, once you strip away all the hype.
Tis year, we went out of our way to reward places that ofer
diners a diferent experience, in the choice of cuisine or in concept.
Top Tables 2014 has also been tailored to include more accessible
venuesits not all about fne diningand is a refection of
Singapores maturing dining scene, with a hunger for places with
more character.
And in addition to breaking things up by location, cuisine and star
rating, theres a spanking new addition this year: A Top 10 list,
picked by a secret panel of experts, including restaurateurs, chefs,
hardcore foodiesand us. While the celebrity chef spots still hog
the limelight, theres a few welcome surprises, too. So dig in!
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WHO S IN CHARGE
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On the cover:
Symmetry
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TOP 10
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2. CUT HHHHH
Steak, Western. #B1-71 Galleria Level, Te Shoppes at Marina Bay
Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8517, www.wolfgangpuck.com.
Open Sun-Tu 6-10pm; Fri-Sat 6-11pm. $$$$
Tis is a faultless rendition of the contemporary steakhouse. Te
Wolfgang Puck project ofers a really impressive menu of beef,
including 300-day grain fed Australian Angus from Rangers Valley
and Japanese Wagyu, along with a range of unique and delicious
sauces like their signature Argentinean chimichurri. Cocktails are also
amazing, so be sure to have at least one. If youre looking for an old
school meat-extravaganza, this is the ultimate.
1. JAAN HHHHH
French. 70/F Equinox Complex,
Swisstel Te Stamford, Singapore,
2 Stamford Rd., 6837-3322,
www.jaan.com.sg. Open Mon-Sat
noon-2pm; daily 7-10pm. $$$
For a blowout meal, this cant be beat.
Perched up on the 70th foor, the view is
breathtaking, the ambiance elegant and
the service spot-on. Te real highlight,
though, is chef de cuisine Julien
Royers masterfully plated creations
made with top-notch seasonal
produce (the vegetables may be
imported from France, but they are
startlingly fresh) such as conft artic
char and trufe ice cream with toasted
poilane. No wonder our panel voted
it the citys top culinary experience.
3. Waku Ghin HHHHH
Japanese. #02-02 Casino level, Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave.,
6688-8507, www.marinabaysands.com. Open daily 6-10:30pm. $$$$$
What sets Tetsuya Wakuda apart from the rest of the celebrity chefs?
Top-notch, personalized service that makes the hefty $400 price tag for his
10-course degustation menu totally worth it. Expect a top-notch Japanese
feast with exquisite creations using premium ingredients, such as grade nine
Wagyu and Hokkaido uni (sea urchin), in an understated, elegant space.
Its easy to see why its among the hottest tables in town. Te restaurants
massive 3,000 bottle strong wine collection takes the experience over the top.
TOP 10
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7. Jol Robuchon Restaurant HHHHH
French. Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, 6577-7888,
www.joel-robuchon.net. Open daily 6-10:30pm. $$$$$
Jol Robuchon, the most decorated chef in the world, with 26
Michelin stars tucked neatly under his belt, doesnt disappoint at
this French gastro temple. Te 16-course degustation menu of
classic recipes is fawlessly executed, as are selections from the a la
carte menu. We also love the gorgeous bread, cheese, dessert and tea
trolleys, as well as the superb wine list, with over 1,200 labels to
choose from.
4. Le Bistrot Du Sommelier HHHHH
French. 53 Armenian St., 6333-1982, www.lebistrotdusommelier.com.
Open Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6-11pm. $$$
Chef/co-owner Patrick Heubergers bistro baby serves up soul-satisfying
French comfort food that hits the spot in a way most prissy French plates
in this city cant. We highly recommend ordering the beef tartare, a bottle
of wineco-owner/sommelier Max Fedkiw has got some stellar suggestions
and hunkering down for a relaxed feast. You wont want to leave.
5.Artichoke Caf + Bar HHHHH
Middle Eastern. Sculpture Square, 161 Middle Rd., 6336-6949,
www.artichoke.com.sg. Open Tue-Sat 6:30-9:45pm; Sat-Sun
11:30-2:45pm. $$
Tis is what all independent restaurants aspire to be. Te whole space
feels nicely lived-in, the decors eclectic (in the best way possible),
and the Moorish menus divvyed up into small and large plates perfect
for communal feasts. Everythings delicious, plus, the service is
cheerful and attentive too.
6. Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra HHHHH
Indian. #B1-01A Te Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave.,
6688-7395, www.marinabaysands.com. Open daily 11:30am-3:30pm,
6:30pm-11pm. $$$
Its a rare Indian restaurant thats as sleek and modern as this. Te menu is
extensive with impeccably executed specialties such as Norwegian salmon tikka
and tandoori foie gras with mango chutney. We also love how their indulgent
fve-course degustation menus satisfy both vegetarians and carnivores.
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8. The Naked Finn HHHHH
Seafood, Western. 41 Malan Rd., 6694-0807. Open
Mon-Tu 6-10pm; Fri-Sat 6-10:30pm. $$
You cant go wrong with the all-seafood menu (including simply fried,
grilled or steamed fsh and crustaceans) at this chic shack-eatery. But
we highly reccommend the comprehensive set for four: Six seafood
dishes, two kinds of greens, vermicelli, and creme brulee for dessert.
Its the stuf of dreams. Te cocktails are deliciously fresh and fruity
too: Perfect for the minimalist outdoor venue. A prime example of why
less is more.
9. Binomio HHHHH
Spanish, Tapas. #01-02 Craig
Place, 20 Craig Rd., 6557-0547.
Open Mon-Fri noon-2pm,
6pm-midnight; Sat 6-10:30pm. $$$
Spectacular Spanish eats are
dished out at both their smart
main dining room and chilled-out
bar space here. But for a truly
unforgettable experience, spring
for the tapas tasting at the bar. Itll
have you fghting till the last bite.
Just $69 gets you six diferent items
of your choosing, including crisp
ham and chicken croquetas, as well as
tender pork-beef meatballs in squid
ink sauce. Come prepared to order just
about everythingits all amazing.
10. Bedrock Bar & Grill HHHHH
American, European, Steak. #01-05 Pan Pacifc Serviced Suites, 96
Somerset Rd., 6238-0054. Open Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm; Mon-Sat
6:30-10:30pm; Sat 11am-2:30pm. $$$
Teres no place better to dig into New York style steaks. Teyve
got a fantastic list of choice cuts like USDA Prime dry aged ribeye
and Aussie grassfed porterhouse. And everything about the dcor,
from the mood lighting to the brown leather and circular booths
is reminiscent of a NYC steakhouse circa Sex and the City
its really slick.
B
lack Opal and Sapphire, two of
The Jewel Boxs restaurants, have
undergone a facelift to make way for
a brand-new dining concept, Spuds
& Aprons. The clean, relaxed space,
divided into air-conditioned and
alfresco dining sections, is a departure
from the opulence of its predecessors,
distinguished by its use of industrial
lighting, brightly-colored furniture and
quirky chalkboard art. But what really
adds to its appeal is the spectacular view
of the lush surrounds of Mount Faber,
thanks to foor-to-ceiling windows and
the breezy layout of its alfresco area.
Chill-out ambiance aside, Spuds
& Aprons offers a repertoire of
international and modern-Asian comfort
foodno fancy, dainty plates here. For
starters, dont miss indulgent snacks like
Wicked Fries & Gravy (doused with
hot gravy and six types of cheese), Chilli
Crab in a Tux, Homemade Chicken Liver
Pate and the Crispy White Bait Salad.
Those looking to fll up should give
hearty mains like Tobiko Crusted Cod
Fillet, Oven-Roasted Mustard Marinated
Chicken and Grilled Char Siew Lam
Rack, all of which are accompanied
with a spud-y side dish, a go. There are
also local lunch favors to be had, with
dishes like Singapore Curry Chicken,
Singapore Laksa, and XO Fish Noodle
Soup, promising to please the palates
of locals and tourists alike. To fnish up,
order the Jar of Happiness (consisting of
shortbread biscuits, mixed berries, ice-
cream and warm berry compote) and
the Varlhona Chocolate Fatal Attraction
that combines chocolate mousse,
pudding, brownie and ice cream, for
some after dinner satisfaction.
Stay on afterwards to chill out with
drinks till late at this cozy spot. Beer
lovers can indulge in ice cold beer,
such as Corona, Heineken, Tiger and
Grimsbergen thats chilled to minus
fve degrees, while fun concoctions
like Ring a Bellini and James Bond Tini
with Jello Bomb will go down well with
cocktail lovers. Plus, look out for service
crew sporting Aprons (used to activate
promotions such as Happy Hour) with
cheeky messages that reads The doctor
says I need glasses.
All in all, Spuds & Aprons is a wicked
choice for food junkies who want to get
together, eat and drink without guilt, and
get high on the wonderful ambiance at
the top of the hill at Mount Faber.
Spuds & Aprons is located at
109 Mount Faber Road
(Level 2), 6377-9688,
www.mountfaber.com.sg.
Open Sun-Wed 11am-11pm;
Thu 11am-12:30am; Fri, Sat and
Eve of PH 11am-2am.
If you havent been up Mount Faber in a while, new casual eatery
Spuds & Aprons is a great reason to go back again (and again).
Up for Spuds
Celebrate this festive season with spud-cial
set menus from December 2 to 31!
SPECIALS!*
*Terms & conditions apply. Visit www.mountfaber.com.sg for more information.
For Jewel Card members: 20% OFF total bill.
Free valet parking for all walk-in diners (min. spend of $30).
For Cable Car ticket holders: 15% OFF total bill.
Wicked Fries & Gravy
Chilli Crab in a Tux
Grilled Char Siew
Lamb Rack
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ORCHARD
&MADE
HHHH
Burgers, Western.
#01-04/05/06 Pacifc Plaza,
9 Scotts Rd., 6690-7566,
www.andmade.sg. Open
Sun-Tu 10am-10pm;
Fri-Sat 10-10:30am. $$
From celebrity chef Bruno
Mnard comes a casual
Yankee burger-and-fries joint
re-imagined with European
sensibility for a liberal dose
of escapist fun. Look forward
to gourmet goods like the
B burger, with beef, onion
conft and Comte cheese,
sandwiches and salads. End
on a sweet note with desserts
such as hot caramel lava cake
and lollipop wafes. Plus,
house wines are better quality
and value than at a lot of the
more upscale restaurants.
10 at Claymore
Modern Bistro Grill. G/F, Pan Pacifc Hotel, 10 Claymore Road,
6831-6686, www.panpacifc.com. Open daily 6-10:30am; daily
6-10:30pm; Mon-Sat noon-2:30pm; Sun noon-4:30pm. $$$
Pan Pacifc Orchard's signature restaurant is the perfect go-to spot for
carnivorous foodies. A modern bistro grill with both bufet and a la
carte options, juicy steaks and tender ribs (like the Australian 250-days
grain-fed wagyu beef striploin, $100) hog the limelight. Meats aside,
Sunday brunch specials, such as the South American queen roe scallop
and baked Pacifc-caught salmon are also on ofer ($68++ per person).
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Buona Terra HHH
Italian. Chateau Tcc,
29A Scotts Rd., 6733-0209,
www.scotts29.com. Open
Mon-Sat 6:30-10:30pm. $$$
Housed in Chateau Tcc, a
refurbished colonial house a
few doors down from Song of
India and cocktail bar Nktar,
this establishment ofers up
contemporary Northern Italian
fare. Chef Denis Lucchi serves
rich yet restrained dishes like
crispy asparagus dumpling with
Robiola and sous vide pistachio-
crusted lamb loin. Tankfully,
none of it is too heavy.
Crystal Jade Golden Palace HHHH
Cantonese, Teochew. #05-22/24 Paragon, 290 Orchard Rd.,
6734-6866, www.crystaljade.com. Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm;
daily 6-11pm; Sat 11am-3pm; Sun 10:30am-3pm. $$
Tis fne dining outlet of the Crystal Jade Group is super luxurious,
and serves up Cantonese and Teochew fare. Aside from the
exceptional service, the menu features authentic dishes with a
decidedly modern twist that are healthier than most Chinese food
options but still delicious, with a notable wine list to boot.
J
Bull & Butcher
HHH
Steak. #01-32/33/35 Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Rd., 6338-3820,
www.bullandbutcher.com.sg. Open Mon-Tu 11:30am-10pm;
Fri-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 11am-10pm. $$
Te swish 120-seater features an old school design (with cowhide
upholstered chairs and vintage artwork) and classic steakhouse fare
from Australian wagyu tenderloin to the Argentinean grass fed sirloin,
and great desserts like banana tofee pie to close. Wash all that red
meat down with bold Australian vinos.
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Iggy's HHHH
European. 3/F, Hilton Singapore,
581 Orchard Rd., 6732-2234,
www.iggys.com.sg. Open
Mon-Fri noon-1:30pm;
Mon-Sat 7-9:30pm. $$$$$
Undoubtedly one of Singapores
most well-known and highly
regarded restaurants. Its a
reliable option for quality
fare thats a unique blend of
Japanese ingredients with
European concepts, enhanced
by professional service. Te
wine list is also outstanding,
courtesy of owner and respected
sommelier Ignatius Chan.
Ippudo SG HHHH
Japanese. #04-02 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Rd.,
6235-2797, www.ippudo.com.sg. Open daily 11am-10pm. $
If youve yet to visit this ramen joint, you really should. After all,
which self-respecting noodle fan hasnt heard of Shigemi
Kawaharas acclaimed ramen emporium? A long line of hungry
patrons snaking out of and around the restaurant is a testament to
their popularity, and we can assure you its wholly worth the wait.
Te ramen is incredibly satisfying, as are the addictive pork buns.
Hashida Sushi HHHHH
Japanese. #02-37 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Rd., 6733-2114,
www.hashida.com.sg. Open Tue-Sun noon-2:30pm, 7-10pm. $$$$$
Te frst overseas ofshoot of famed Tokyo establishment Hashida
Sushithis is an elegant and minimalist spot, with light wood
all round. Its very zen. Dine on lunch sets and dinner courses
including seasonal nigiri sushi such as sea bream, ark shell and tuna,
plus specialties like chawanmushi with fugu shirako (egg custard
with blowfsh milt), and salmon roe and sea urchin rice. Tere are
also fne sakes and Bordeaux wines to go along with the meal.
Bedrock Bar & Gr i l l , see page 8 TOP 10
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Imperial Treasure Shanghai Cuisine
HHHH
Shanghainese. #04-22 Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Rd.,
6836-6909, www. imperialtreasure.com. Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-
3pm, 6-10:30pm; Sat 11am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun 6-11pm; Sun
10:30am-2:30pm. $$
Tis new venture serving traditional Shanghainese cuisine has been
packed since it opened. We love the wide array of starters including
chilled thousand layer pigs ears. And you shouldnt miss the rich
glutinous rice and cream crab. It can feel a little stufy but youre
guaranteed good food.
J
Ki-sho HHHH
Japanese. Chateau Tcc, 29 Scotts Rd., 6733-5251,
www.scotts29.com. Open Mon-Sat 6:30-10:30pm. $$$$$
Located in a black-and-white colonial house, this fne dining Japanese
eatery ofers only three omakase set menus focused on seasonal
ingredients. Te two-story restaurant is also elegant, decked out
in pale wood and gold leaf wallpaper. Plus, theres a sake room
where you can choose from a 50-strong collection of nihonshu.
Ito-Kacho HHH
Japanese. #04-08 Mandarin
Gallery, 333A Orchard Rd.,
6836-0111, www.itokacho.com.
sg. Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-
2:30pm, 6-11pm; Sat 11:30am-
11pm; Sun 11:30am-10:30pm. $$
Tis Japanese yakiniku chains frst
overseas outlet serves Japanese
Black wagyu including cuts
like fank steak, skirt steak and
short rib. Teres also kurobuta
oferings like pork jowl and pork
belly. We love the fact that the
grills are smoke-free: you wont
leave smelling of charred meat.
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Min Jiang HHH
Sichuan. G/F, Goodwood
Park Hotel, 22 Scotts
Rd., 6730-1704, www.
goodwoodparkhotel.com.
Open daily 11am-2:30pm,
6-10:30pm; Sat-Sun
3-5:30pm. $$
Its contemporary interior,
attractive furnishings and
poolside dining option (the
frst for a Chinese restaurant)
aside, its the consistently good
food that makes Min Jiang
worth a visit. Te well-trained
and efcient staf doesnt
hurt either, so youd be just as
comfortable having a business
lunch as you would a family
get together. Te delectable
dim sum is a steady draw, too.
Salt grill HHH
Australian. 55/F, ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, 6592-5118,
www.saltgrill.com. Open daily 11:30am-10pm. $$$
Australian chef-restaurateur Luke Mangan ofers Asian-accented
plates at this restaurant atop ION Orchard, on the 55th foor. Teres a
striking view of the Orchard area, and the food is refned yet satisfying.
Teyve got savory dishes like scallops with caulifower and serrano ham
as well as their signature Sydney crab omelet with miso-mustard.
Les Amis HHHH
French. #02-16 Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts Rd., 6733-2225,
www.lesamis.com.sg. Open Mon-Fri noon-2pm; Mon-Sat 7-9:30pm. $$$$$
Tis place has got to be Singapores best known fne dining joint. And its
fame is well deserved. Teyve got a beautifully regal dcor, waitstaf who
know their stuf, a comprehensive wine menu and really good French food,
care of chef de cuisine Sebastien Lepinoy and pastry chef Cheryl Koh. So
youre poised for an exceptional dining experience thats more than the sum
of its parts. A meal here doesnt come cheap, but its worth every penny.
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The Song of India HHHH
North Indian. 33 Scotts Rd., 6836-0055, www.thesongofndia.com.
Open daily noon-3pm, 6-11pm. $$
Set in a restored black-and-white colonial-style house, this palatial
establishment boasts designer fatware and cutlery, chandeliers
and silk curtains. Te menu is equally striking, with inventive
dishes like star anise-perfumed foie gras crafted with premium
ingredients. Top that of with warm and efcient service, and
its no mystery why regulars keep coming back for more.
Straits Kitchen
(G/F, Grand
Hyatt Singapore,
10 Scotts Rd.,
6732-1234) has
a great spread
of local food
and is a great
representation of
the food culture.
I always take
guests there.
EMMANUEL
STROOBANT
Local cel eb chef and
head of t he Emmanuel
St roobant Group
of rest aur ant s
J
Sopra Cucina
& Bar HHH
Italian. #01-02 Pan Pacifc Orchard,
10 Claymore Rd., 6737-3253,
www.sopracucina.com. Open
Mon-Wed 11:30am-midnight;
Tu-Sat 11:30-2am. $$$
Tucked away at the back of fve-star
hotel Pan Pacifc Orchard (right
by Orchard Towers), this Sardinian
restaurant more than makes up for
its unusual location with its retro
glam decor. Te name is in big lights
out front, and the interior features
lots of black leather and luxe marble.
Te food is unique (including
dishes like fregola pasta and carasu
bread) and theres also a solid list of
mostly Italian wines and beers.
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Sushi Ichi HHHH
Japanese. #02-02 Scotts Square, 6 Scotts Rd., 6299-0014,
www.sushichi.com. Open Wed-Sun noon-3pm; Tue-Sun
6-10:30pm; Tue 12:30-3pm. $$$$$
Getting a seat at this fne dining restaurantthe frst outpost of
one-Michelin-starred Ginza Sushi Ichi that seats just 24has been a
challenge from day one. Its flled to the brim every lunch and dinner
with Japanese clientele, always a good sign, and thats despite the
hefty price tags for kaiseki-only menus. While the classically Japanese
dcor is very Zen and there isnt any music in the background, it
does keep the focus frmly on the food, which is exquisite. Expect
the most succulent seafood from the famous Tsukiji Fish Market,
accompanied by fresh wasabi from Shizuoka grated by hand.
Tandoor HHH
Indian. B1/F, Holiday Inn
Singapore Orchard City Centre,
11 Cavenagh Rd., 6730-0153,
www.tandoor.com.sg. Open daily
noon-2:30pm, 7-10:30pm. $$
Tis stalwart Indian restaurant
founded in 1985has just been
renovated, featuring a slick new
design and an expansive menu
including not only northern Indian
specialties but also regional dishes
such as Goan fsh curry and mango
curry, as well as contemporary
recipes like jalapeno corn kebab.
Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant HHHH
Cantonese. 3/F, Singapore Marriott Hotel, 320 Orchard Rd.,
6831-4615. Open daily 11am-3pm; Sun-Tu 6-10pm;
Fri-Sat 6-11pm. $$
Tis stalwart Cantonese establishment has been dishing out
scrumptious Chinese plates since 1995. Te main dining room is
swanky, featuring a dramatic gold and black color scheme, artistic
calligraphy on the walls and antique displays. Tough best known
for their Peking duck, the dim sum (think juicy siew mai, golden
barbecue pork pastries and deepfried shrimp rolls) crafted by
Hong Kong native chef Chan Lam Pang, is also not to be missed.
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CITY HALL
Balzac Brasserie HHH
French. #01-01 Rendezvous Gallery, Rendezvous Hotel, 9 Bras
Basah Rd., 6336-0797, www.balzacbrasserie.com. Open daily
11:30am-11pm. $$
Tis dimly-lit, romantic outft has vintage furnishings imported
from France and old books by French writer Honor de Balzac
whom its named afterwhich serve as quite the ideal complement
to comforting bistro classics like lobster bisque and duck conft
courtesy of chef Jean-Charles Dubois. We reckon if you can do
the traditional stuf right, youre a winner in our book. Take our
advice and swing by at least once with that special someone.
J
Bacchanalia
HHHH
Modern European. 23A
Coleman St., 6509-1453,
www.bacchanalia.asia. Open
Tue-Tu 6pm-midnight; Fri
noon-2am; Sat 6pm-2am; Sun
11:30am-5pm. $$$
Founded by Alex Chew and Raj
Datwaniwho made a name
for themselves hosting raucous
pop up meals as part of the
Bacchanalia Brunch Series
this restaurant is housed in the
historic Masonic Club building.
Te glitzy decor was inspired by
a glass of Champagne and the
space includes 400 hand-blown
glass bubbles hanging from
the ceiling. On the menu are
sophisticated sharing plates
(categorized as vegetable, seafood
or meat), which you can wash
down with plenty of Champagne.
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Entre-nous
Creperie HHHH
French. #01-01, 27 Seah St.,
6333-4671, www.entrenous.
sg. Open Tue-Fri noon-3pm,
6-10pm; Sat 11am-10pm;
Sun 11am-6pm. $
An unassuming hidden gem
thats all too easy to walk past,
but that would be a mistake
as the sweet crpes and savory
buckwheat galettes here are
scrumptious. Teir signature
Entre-nous crpe is remarkable.
Made with organic wheat
four, this paper-thin sweet
treat is crisped to perfection,
then artfully drizzled with
homemade salted butter
caramel. Tey even sell jars
of salted butter caramel
that you can take home.
Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar
HHH
Italian. #01-02 Talib Centre, 36 Purvis St., 6837-1468,
www.garibaldi.com.sg. Open daily noon-3pm, 6:30-11pm. $$$
A stalwart of Italian cuisine in Singapore, the fagship eatery of the prolifc
Garibaldi group continues to maintain its reputation as an institution,
despite ferce competition. A recent facelift has refreshed this modern
and elegant space, while executive chef and owner Roberto Galetti
continues to present a menu of seasonal specialties and sophisticated
renditions of traditional standards. If you love all things porcine like
we do, go for the maialino16-hour slow-cooked suckling pig.
JAAN, Le Bi st rot Du Sommel i er, Ar t i choke Caf + Bar, see pages 6 and 7 TOP 10
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HAN HHH
Japanese. #01-04 Odeon Towers, 331 North Bridge Rd., 6336-2466,
www.han.com.sg. Open Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6-11pm. $$$$
Deep-fried skewers (kushikatsu) like tomato-cream cheese and
eggplant-foie gras are the star at this upscale establishment, though
theres also sushi and sashimi crafted with fresh seafood fown in four
times a week from Japan. Te minimal and modern space is elegant too,
all ftted out with pale wooden furniture, as well as a stunning
kushikatsu counter made from Burmese teak.
Mikuni HHH
Japanese. 3/F, Fairmont Singapore,
80 Bras Basah Rd., 6431-6156,
www.mikuniatfairmont.com.sg.
Open daily noon-2:30pm,
6:30-10:30pm. $$$
A big, well-dressed space that
houses a teppanyaki counter, a sake/
sushi bar, an intimate live robatayaki
station (our pick), in addition to
the main dining room. At its helm
is Korean executive chef Moon
Kyung Soo whose philosophy
is best exemplifed in innovative
yet restrained dishes, including a
signature mushroom soup served in
a siphon. Whatever youre sampling
here, itll be money well spent.
J
OCF HHHH
French. #02-02 Te Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane,
6333-9312., www.ocf-singapore.com. Open Mon-Fri
noon-2:30pm, 6-10:30pm; Sat 6:30-10:30pm. $$$
Tis French restaurant (named after Sir Stamford Rafes frst wife Olivia
Cassivelaun Fancourt) is a charming 60-seater with clear views of the
Singapore River. A sophisticated grey hued space fanked with Roman
ionic columns, the establishment features live music shows by local acts
to keep things from getting too stufy. Its a great space to indulge in
chef Jonathan Kohs precise and pretty a la carte plates such as Encornet,
comprising Brittany squid, black rice cremeux and mussel vinaigrette.
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Salt tapas & bar
HHH
Spanish. #01-22A Rafes City
Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge
Rd., 6837-0995, www.salttapas.
com. Open Mon-Tu 11:30am-
10pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm; Sat
11:30am-10:30pm; Sun 11:30am-
9:30pm. $$
Te second ofering from Australian
chef-restaurateur Luke Mangan
follows the winning formula of
his frstat least in the matter of
choosing a prime locationits
usually bustling till late most
nights. It certainly doesnt hurt
that its an attractive space and
boasts Spanish staples like
charcuterie and char-grilled ibrico
pork loin, as well as Mangans
very own red sangria recipe.
Saveur HHHH
French. #01-04, 5 Purvis St., 6333-3121, www.saveur.sg.
Open Mon-Sat noon-2:15pm, 6-9:30pm; Sun 6-9pm. $
Tis afordable French spot, a transplant from Ali Baba Eating House
in Joo Chiat, has found more conveniently-located digs opposite
high end Italian stalwart Garibaldi. True to its kopitiam roots, the
new place is still basic and the menus stayed pretty much the same
with familiar favorites like foie gras with lentils, and Asian-inspired
angel-hair pasta with sherry-minced pork and sakura ebi.
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Wooloomooloo Steakhouse HHHH
Steak. 3/F, Swisstel Te Stamford, Singapore, 2 Stamford Rd.,
6338-0261, www.wooloo-mooloo.com. Open daily noon-2:30pm,
6:30-11pm. $$$
Carnivores looking for a meat fx should give this restaurant a go. Te
frst Singapore branch of a Hong Kong-based steakhouse chain, this
refned yet relaxed 140-seater restaurant specializes in Angus and USDA
Prime steaks; its prime location afords a great view of the city. Tey also
boast a selection of over 150 vinos, as well as an extensive cocktail menu.
For good, honest
cooking, I tend to
gravitate towards
Artichoke Caf &
Bar (see page 7).
Its communal and
unfussy attitude
towards deviant
Middle Eastern
food makes it so
easy for me to
relax and share
plates with friends.
Te atmosphere
is familiar and
comforting. And
the little goody bag
of gummy bears
handed out at the
door after a meal
is an unexpectedly
sweet touch.
DANIEL SIA
Chef -owner of The
Di sgr untl ed Chef
( see page 59)
Wah Lok
Cantonese
Restaurant HHHH
Cantonese. 2/F, Carlton
Hotel, 76 Bras Basah Rd.,
6311-8188, www.carltonhotel.
sg. Open Mon-Sat 11:30am-
2:30pm; daily 6:30-10:30pm;
Sun 11am-2:30pm. $$
Teres something to be said for a
good ole reliable standby, like this
classy Cantonese stalwart that
has recently enjoyed a facelift. It
now sports a more modern look,
with unexpected details like cloud
decorations on the pillars, and a
revamped menu with additions
such as the pillowy baked custard
bun and their latest signature
appetizer, deep-fried century egg
wrapped with minced shrimp.
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MARINA BAY
J
The Black Swan
HHH
American, Modern European.
19 Cecil St., 8181-3305,
www.theblackswan.com.sg.
Open Mon-Tu 5pm-1am; Fri-Sat
5-2pm; Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm. $$
A 1930s-style joint in heritage
building Te Quadrant at the
heart of the CBD, this restaurant
ofers American classics with a
contemporary twist, such as steak
tartare and sous vide duck conft,
dreamt up by consulting chef
Sebastian Ng (Restaurant Ember).
Also worth keeping in mind is
the set lunch (Mon-Fri 11:30am-
3pm), plus, their condensed
after-hours menu (after 10:30pm).
Catalunya HHHH
Spanish. Te Fullerton Pavilion, 82 Collyer Quay, 6534-0188,
www.catalunya.sg. Open daily noon-2am. $$$
Tis slick, modern Spanish restaurant and bar housed in glass
dome Te Fullerton Pavilion boasts visually arresting views of the
Marina Bay waterfront. Killer suckling pig and Te Other Spanish
Tortilla (a deconstructed omelet) are just some of the delectables
coming out of the kitchen. Te energy and vibe are fantastic: its a
bustling venue with upbeat clubby music in the main dining room.
CUT, Waku Ghi n, Punj ab Gr i l l by J i ggs Kal ra, see pages 6 and 7 TOP 10
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Cherry Garden HHHHH
Bufet, Cantonese. 5/F, Marina Square, Mandarin Oriental,
Singapore, 5 Rafes Ave., 6885-3538, www.mandarinoriental.com.
Open Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm; daily 6:30-10:30pm; Sat-Sun
11am-3:30pm. $$
Expect only the best at this elegant fne dining Chinese
restaurant, with a wide selection of Cantonese cuisine presented
with an artistic touch. Noteworthy dishes include the BBQ
meat platter, wasabi prawns and double-boiled soups. Te
weekend dim sum brunches, served with Ruinart Champagne,
are also unmissable, featuring faultless food and service.
db Bistro
Moderne HHHHH
American, French. #B1-48
Galleria Level, Te Shoppes
at Marina Bay Sands, 10
Bayfront Ave., 6688-8525,
www.danielnyc.com. Open
Mon noon-10pm; Tue-Fri
noon-11pm; Sat 11am-11pm;
Sun 11am-10pm. $$$
An impressive, well-oiled
machine courtesy of Michelin-
starred chef Daniel Boulud
thats awash with soft lighting,
dark chocolate wood accents,
cream-colored chairs and
red booth seats; its got just
the right mix of elements to
make it chic yet decidedly
unpretentious. Te menus
dominated by well-executed
French classics including foie
gras terrine and traditional coq
au vin, as well as delectables like
the quintessential original db
burger and profteroles au caf.
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Edge HHH
International. 3/F, Pan Pacifc Singapore, 7 Rafes Blvd.,
6826-8240, www.panpacifc.com. Open daily 6-11am,
noon-2:30pm, 6:30-10:30pm. $$
Te next time youre looking for a full-on session of feasting, youll
want to keep this all-day dining 350-seat restaurant in mind. Teres
something to be said for sheer variety, and with seven diferent open
concept kitchens, theyve got that coveredand at pretty impressive
prices, too. Were talking about everything from Japanese sushi and
Tai salads to Indian curries and chargrilled satay, not to mention
oysters, prawns, mussels and scallops made la minute at the seafood
station, as well as pastas, pizzas, steaks and of course, a dessert spread.
FOLKS COLLECTIVE
HHH
Tai. #01-25 China Square
Central, 20 Cross St., 6536-6739,
www.folkscollective.com. Open
Mon-Sat 11am-11pm. $
Tis value-for-money restaurant
looks pretty snazzy, with
mismatched chairs, vintage posters
and antiques. Tere are all sorts of
enticing nibbles on the menu, so
youll fnd it difcult not to order
up a storm. (Te pad thai and tom
kha curry are particular stand-outs.)
Tey also mix some mean cocktails
from refreshing drinks to soothing
nightcaps. Te place has got
everything you want for a fun and
afordable mealwhats not to love?
Forlino HHH
Italian. #02-06 One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Rd., 6877-6995,
www.forlino.com. Open daily noon-2:30pm, 6:30-10:30pm. $$$
Well known restaurateur Osvaldo Forlinos fagship establishment
has expansive views of Marina Bay and carries an understated
touch of opulence. Te foods sophisticated and classically Italian,
and youd be hard-pressed to fnd better service (attentive without
being intrusive, polite without being fawning) anywhere else.
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Guy Savoy HHHHH
French. #02-01 Marina Bay
Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8513,
www.marinabaysands.com.
Open Tue-Sat 6-10:30pm; Fri-Sat
noon-2pm. $$$$$
Award-winning celebrity chef
Guy Savoy needs no introduction,
and this swanky Singaporean
outpost of his at MBS is strictly
fne dining all the way, with
prices to match. Its hard to fnd
fault at this top-notch restaurant;
everything from the beautifully
crafted French fare, to the well-dressed
ambiance and fawless service, ensures a
truly extraordinary experience. Dont leave
without trying the signature artichoke-black
trufe soup, perfectly paired with a
trufe buttered-mushroom brioche.
KU D TA HHH
Fusion. 57/F, SkyPark Marina Bay Sands, Tower 3, Marina Bay
Sands, 1 Bayfront Ave., 6688-7688, www.kudeta.com.sg. Open
Mon-Fri noon-3pm; daily 6-11pm; Sat-Sun 11am-3:30pm. $$$
Tis much-talked-about dining destination boasts modern Asian
cuisine inspired by fresh ingredients like pork belly lollipop and spicy
sashimi salad. Te wine menu is an extensive one, so even demanding
connoisseurs will be spoilt for choice. While you could sit indoors,
we suggest a table on the patio. Te view is breathtaking.
Pollens (see page
29) head pastry
chef Andreas Laras
creations leave you
wondering what
planet he was
beamed down from,
and I hold him in
very high regard.
RYAN CLIFT
Chef -owner of popul ar
rest aur ant s Di ng Dong ( see
page 40) , Ti ppl i ng Cl ub
( see page 47) and Open
Door Pol i cy ( see page 75)
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LA CANTINE HHH
French. #01-01 Asia Square Tower 1, 8 Marina View, 6690-7567,
www.lacantine.sg. Open Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm, 6-9:30pm. $$$
Celeb chef Bruno Mnards swanky restaurant boasts quirky design elements
like red, inverted rooster lights hanging from the ceiling. Its a modern brasserie
through and through, with a well thought out menu including Mnards
signature Cvennes onion soup on foie gras royale with trufe-scented
Chantilly, and an exceptional baba au rhum; easily the best rendition in town.
J
L Restaurant and
Asian Tapas Bar
HHH
Asian. #02-314 Suntec Convention
& Exhibition Centre, Suntec City Mall,
3 Temasek Blvd., 6338-8775,
www.paradisegroup.com.sg. Open daily
11:30am-3pm, 6-10:30pm. $$$
Tis establishment is dimly lit and
stylish with cool Eastern design
elements like a striking resin Buddha
statue in the main dining room. Tey
ofer tapas like mantou burger with
braised beef, mod sin recipes such as
cream of bak kut teh, as well as more
flling dishes, including stir-fried angel
hair pasta with Japanese dried ebi.
Majestic Bay Seafood Restaurant HHH
Chinese, Seafood. #01-10 Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, 18
Marina Gardens Dr., 6604-6604, www.majesticbay.sg. Open Mon-Fri
11:45am-2:30pm; daily 5:45-9:30pm; Sat-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm. $$$
Te emphasis at this bright and airy modern Chinese eatery with
nautical-inspired touches is on fresh seafood, so expect to fnd dishes like baked
rice with assorted seafood, and the signature kopi crab. Also on ofer are delicious
dim sum items (only available during lunch) like seared chili crab meat bun.
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Ola Cocina
Del Mar HHHH
Spanish. #01-06 Marina
Bay Financial Centre
Tower 3, 12 Marina Blvd.,
6604-7050, www.osvaldo.sg.
Open daily 6-10pm;
Mon-Fri 11am-2:30pm; Sun
11am-2:30pm. $$$
Te debut efort of two chefs
from the now closed Santi at
MBSDaniel Chavez and
Pepe Moncayoand celebrated
chef-restaurateur Osvaldo
Forlino is a homey spot with
friendly service and simple,
well-executed food. Teres a
tight selection to choose from
(only four menu pages) of 12
tapas as well as six mains and
four desserts. Dont miss the
pulpo galleco, a scrumptious
dish of octopus and potatoes, as
well as the stellar rice pudding.
Mortons of Chicago, The Steakhouse
HHHH
American, Steak. 4/F, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, 5 Rafes Ave.,
6339-3740, www.mortons.com. Open Mon-Sat 5:30-11pm; Sun
5-10pm. $$$
For a big, fat juicy slab of steak the size of a baseball mitt, there are few
places in town better equipped to deliver the goods than Mortons.
Te darkened interior of the restaurant, walls lined with pictures of the
rich and famous, denotes a sophisticated dining experience thats not
snooty in the slightest, thanks to the friendly wait staf. Te stars are the
onion bread (you get a whole loaf ) and the beef, as well as desserts. Tis
old-world, Mid-Western American steakhouse is as good as it gets.
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POLLEN HHH
European. #01-09 Flower Dome,
Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina
Gardens Dr., 6604-9988,
www.pollen.com.sg. Open daily
noon-2:30pm, 6-10pm. $$$
Inspired by and named after Jason
Athertons Michelin-starred Pollen
Street Social in London, Athertons
second establishment here is a
polished space in the Flower Dome
at Gardens by the Bay. Its certainly
a novel experience, but be prepared
to shell out for the novelty. Tey
ofer modern European fare with
Mediterranean ingredientssome
of which are grown in their very
own gardenand a real highlight is
watching chefs create luscious treats
at the nine-meter long dessert bar.
Tey also ofer three-course lunch sets
worth sneaking out of the ofce for.
The Pelican Seafood Bar & Grill HHHH
American, Seafood. #01-01 One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Rd.,
6438-0400, www.thepelican.com.sg. Open Mon-Fri noon-3pm;
Mon-Sat 5pm-1am. $$$
Tis seafood destination is inspired by classic East Coast American
cuisinegroup exec chef Dan Segall hails from Bostonso
expect items like baked snapper pie, old-fashioned crab cakes, as
well as the Pelican raw platter to be enjoyed in a warm yet sleek
space with fun elements like hot pink seahorse fxtures. When
the weathers fne, be sure to opt for a table on their alfresco deck;
the view of the waterfront isnt too shabby. Great cocktailsthe
handiwork of Richard Gillaman awesome view and succulent
seafood in a classy setup (not a bib in sight) make this a winner.
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Stellar at
1-Altitude HHH
European. 62/F, One Rafes Place,
OUB Centre, 1 Rafes Place,
6438-0410, www.1-altitude.com.
Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm;
daily 6pm-midnight. $$$
From the 1-Rochester folks is this
ofering perched up on the 62nd foor;
the clean lines and minimalist dcor
ensure your attention isnt distracted
from what it should be focused on:
the food, of course. Te menu,
designed by chef Christopher Millar,
features delectables such as pan-
seared foie gras with pear carpaccio
and jamon, trufed risotto with
Maine lobster and four hour-roasted
Wagyu rib eye with foie gras sauce.
In other words, its all about good
eats and a truly fantastic view.
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CHINATOWN
& TANJ ONG
PAGAR
Duxton Hi l l
Broth HHH
Australian. 21 Duxton Hill,
6323-3353, www.broth.com.sg.
Open Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm;
Sat 6:30-10:30pm. $$
One of the most civilized and
underappreciated after-hours
venues in the city, BROTH
(a.k.a. bar restaurant on the
hill) has long been a haunt for
fans of modern Aussie cuisine. It
continues to serve up good food
like spinach and portebello salad,
and its shophouse interior is
nice and cozy. If its atmosphere
youre after, this place has it in
spades. Service too, is discreet
and understanding; quite an
achievement when they choose
not to charge for it. A top
spot for all kinds of reasons.
Buyan Russian Restaurant
& Caviar Bar HHH
Russian. 9/10 Duxton Hill, 6223-7008, www. www.buyan.sg.
Open Tue-Fri noon-3pm; Mon-Sat 6-10:30pm. $$
Even if youre not a fan of Russian fare, you should make a trip to this
spot; it might very well change your mind. Opt to dine downstairs,
where the copious amounts of dark wood and very welcome dim
lighting make for a low-key and laidback spot thats ideal for a frst date.
Youll also fnd iPad menus with photos of the dishes and detailed
descriptions and helpful, competent wait staf to boot. Items like the
khachapuri, borscht and chicken kiev are all worth a go, so even if the
dates a dud, at least the foods diferent. Most importantly, theres a
selection of over 50 vodkas.
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Fordham & Grand HHHH
Western. 43 Craig Rd., 6221-3088, www.fng.com.sg.
Open daily 6pm-3am. $$$
Inspired by the cross street of Fordham and Grand in the Bronx
back in the prohibition-era, this speakeasy-style spot is outftted
with plenty of dark wood and dishes out goods like seared squid
with smoked paprika and edamame. Te best bit: theyre open
till three in the morning, so you can chow down while you throw
back agreeable tipples such as a pamplemousse Negroni. Score.
Kaixo HHH
Spanish. 96 Tanjong Pagar Rd., 6225-0545, www.kaixo.sg.
Open Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm; Mon-Sat 6-11pm. $$
A cozy, unassuming 30-seater, with weathered-looking wooden tables and
simple black chairs, helmed by Le Cordon Bleu alum Issachar Lee, who
has devised a Basque-inspired menu including a changing selection of
their specialty pintxos. Other highlights include a classic Spanish
omelet with potatoes, and sous vide organic egg with burdock chips,
jamon and chicken broth. Its a frm contender on the tapas front,
and not too pricey, either.
inITALY Bar
Ristorante HHH
Italian. 38 Craig Rd., 6423-0918,
www.initaly.asia. Open daily
noon-2:30pm, 6-10:30pm. $$
A rustic, homey spot thats well
put together, with marble-topped
tables and brown leather chairs.
In the same spirit of things,
whats coming out of the kitchen
isnt overly fussy, just generous
portions of tasty Italian food.
Tink crowd-pleasing fare like
homemade beef-flled ravioli
with Chianti sauce. Plus, lunch
sets are a real steal; two courses
will set you back a mere $15.
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Lucha Loco HHH
Mexican. 15 Duxton Hill,
6226-3938, www.luchaloco.
com. Open Tue-Tu 5pm-
midnight; Sat 6pm-2am; Fri
5pm-2am. $$
A laid-back yet bustling spot,
courtesy of Aussie brothers
Christian and Julian Tan, with
worthwhile options like pork
belly tacos and Mexican street
corn. With its lively atmosphere
and music, good service and
grub, this is one of those joints
built for a great time. Be sure
to try their cocktails (created by
28 HongKong Street bartender
Michael Callahan), too.
L'Entrecte HHH
French. 36 Duxton Hill, 6690-7561, www. lentrecote.sg.
Open Mon-Fri noon-10:30pm; Sat 6-10:30pm. $$
A Parisian-style bistro with one, and only one, main menu item:
their signature steak frites. Other highlights include their foie gras
terrine, duck rillettes and for dessert, the wafe with salted butter
caramel and vanilla bean ice cream. A complimentary glass of Kir is an
especially nice touch. No bookings are taken, and yet this so-intimate-
its-almost-claustrophobic space is full most nights of the week.
Sabio Tapas Bar & Restaurant HHH
Spanish. 5 Duxton Hill, 6690-7562, www.sabio.sg. Open Mon-Fri
noon-11pm; Sat 6-11pm; Sun 11:30am-11pm. $$
Despite the fact that they dont take reservations and its a compact space,
its usually so full at Sabio that its crowd of fashionable diners spill out of the
stylish black-and-white setup onto the sidewalk. Order the moreish patatas
alioli and pincho moruno de pollo al ajillo (chicken skewers draped with melted
Manchego), ideal accompaniments to the selection of Spanish wines and cocktails.
Its hard not to be won over by the vibe and infectious energy of the place.
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Bistro SooriHHHH
Fusion. 2 Teck Lim Rd., 6438-
3802, www.bistrosoori.com.
Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm,
6:30-10pm; Sat 6:30-10:30pm;
Sun 11am-3pm. $$
A fabulous 30-seater gem
which occupies an unassuming
shophouse in the heart of
Chinatown, with minimalist,
refned dcor. Dont expect
fussed-over plates, just
food thats understated in
presentation but not in favor.
Te food will have you cleaning
your plate shamelessly.
CHINATOWN
& TANJ ONG
PAGAR
Keong Sai k &
J i ak Chuan
J
Burnt Ends HHHHH
BBQ. 20 Teck Lim Rd., 6224-3933, www.burntends.com.sg. Open
Mon-Sat 6pm-midnight; Tue-Sat 11:45am-2pm. $$$
Helmed by Australian chef David Pynt, who has worked at respected
dining establishments such as St John Bread and Wine in London
and Noma in Copenhagen, this 18-seater dishes out a range of creative
barbecue items like the Burnt Ends sanger (stufed with pulled pork)
and onglet with burnt onions, cooked on three bespoke metal grills
with adjustable heightsand a custom-made brick and ceramic oven.
Crystal Jade:
Oriental Perfection
Indulge in the fnest Chinese recipes that
have stood the test of time.
Since its inception in 1991, Crystal
Jade has been serving up some
of the best Chinese creations in
Singapore. Not only does
this highly successful
F&B brand ofer
patrons top-quality
food in an elegant
setting, but also
excellent customer
service to make
dining experiences
even more pleasant
and memorable.
With several
award-winning dining
concepts under its
belt, Crystal Jade has established
both a strong regional and
international presence, with
more than 120 outlets in 19
major cities. In Singapore, its
30 restaurants can be found all
over the island, but for a taste
of luxury, there are the
brands wonderful fne
dining restaurants:
Crystal Jade Golden
Palace, Crystal Jade
Dining IN and Crystal
Jade Palace Restaurant.
As the fagship store
of the Crystal Jade
empire, Crystal Jade
Palace Restaurant
at Orchard Roads
Takashimaya focuses on
exquisite Cantonese cuisine like
barbecued pork belly, roasted
duck and a variety of wholesome
Roasted Peking Duck
at Crystal Jade Palace
Restaurant
Double-boiled
Crab Claw & Assorted
Mushroom Soup in Coconut at
Crystal Jade Dining IN
Steamed Assorted
Grain Rice with
Prawn at Crystal
Jade Golden
Palace
slow-cooked soups. The space is
as grand as its menudecked
with dazzling crystal dcor
paired with splashes of red
throughout. Large groups
generally prefer the multi-course
set menu (perfect for family
gatherings), while a la carte
choices are also available for
smaller groups.
For a mix of Cantonese and
Teochew-style dishes, head to
Crystal Jade Golden Palace
at Paragon on Orchard Road.
Teochew cuisine is well-known
for being the healthier choice due
its low fat, salt and sugar content,
and this style of cooking is kept
in mind even for the Cantonese
creations at this acclaimed eatery.
Meals are best complemented
with a glass of vino, straight from
the restaurants very own wine
cellarwhich houses hundreds
of fne labels.
More Cantonese specialties
can be found at Crystal Jade
Dining IN at VivoCity, which
has won numerous awards for
both food and service. Their dim
sum (bite-sized food typically
served in steamer baskets) menu
is incredibly popular, featuring
delectable classics such as siew
mai (pork dumplings), steamed
char siew (barbecued pork) buns
and lotus-leaf wrapped glutinous
rice. Food aside, the next best
thing about having a meal here is
the great view of nearby Sentosa.
Crystal Jade Palace
Restaurant
#04-19 Takashimaya S.C.,
391 Orchard Rd., 6735-2388.
Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm,
6-11pm; Sat 11am-3pm,
6-11pm; Sun & PH 10:30am-
3pm, 6-11pm.
#05-22 Paragon, 290 Orchard
Road, 6734-6866. Open Mon-
Fri 11:30am-3pm, 6-11pm;
Sat 11am-3pm, 6-11pm; Sun
& PH 10:30am-3pm, 6-11pm.
#01-112 VivoCity, 1
HarbourFront Walk,
6278-5626. Open Mon-Fri
11am-3pm, 6-10:30pm; Sat
11am-4pm, 6-10:30pm; Sun &
PH 10:30am-4pm, 6-10:30pm.
For more information, visit
www.crystaljade.com.
Crystal Jade Palace
Restaurant
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Esquina HHHH
Spanish. 16 Jiak Chuan Rd., 6222-1616. Open Mon-Fri noon-
2:30pm; Mon-Sat 6-10:30pm. $$$
Esquina by hotelier-restaurateur Loh Lik Peng and Michelin-
starred Jason Atherton is a cool, intimate 12-seater space that doesnt
take reservations; either come early or be prepared to wait. Tapas is
the name of the game; executive chef Andrew Walsh makes some
superb ox cheek oloroso with bone marrow crumbs and slow-
cooked egg with bravas sauce; best washed down with Spanish
brews like Ferran Adris Estrella Damm Inedit, sherry or Cava.
J
Lime House HHH
Caribbean. 2 Jiak Chuan Rd.,
6222-3130. Open Tue-Sun
noon-midnight. $$
Chris Morriswho hails from
Trinidad and Tobagoruns
Singapores frst Caribbean
resto. Te decor of the
two-story establishment is
homey and rustic, featuring
raw unfnished walls, and
mismatched vintage tables and
chairs. Its a great place to chow
down on well-spiced and flling
Caribbean recipes like jerk
chicken and goat curry served
up in generous portions. Plus,
theres a variety of sweet easy-
drinking rum-based cocktails.
Nicolas Le Restaurant HHHH
French. 10 Teck Lim Rd., 6224-2404. Open Tue-Fri noon-2pm,
6:30-10pm; Sat 6-10:30pm. $$$
Cult favorite chef Nicolas Joannys loyal regulars return again and again for
his seasonal French fare. At lunch, he ofers three-and fve-course sets, and at
dinner, a six-course tasting menu, which changes every two weeks, and might
include recipes like pigeon and spelt risotto. Head here for a good convivial
atmosphere and expertly crafted French food. You can thank us afterwards.
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Taratata Bistrot HHH
French. 35A Keong Saik Rd., 6221-4506. Open Tue-Fri 11:30am-
11pm; Sun 11:30am-11pm; Sat 5:30-11pm. $$$
Tis traditional Parisian bistro, with burgundy-colored couches, high
ceilings, wooden dividers and lamp-posts ofers up classic French recipes
beautifully presented. Te friendly staf and casual vibe make it a winner,
and we highly reccommend dishes like the hearty foie gras terrine.
Provence Le Restaurant HHH
French. 31 Keong Saik Rd., 6224-9141. Open Mon-Fri
noon-2:30pm, 7-10:30pm; Sat 6-10:45pm. $$
Formerly a white tablecloth joint, this French restaurant has been
revamped with a new menu of rustic dishes meant for sharing and a
casual inviting vibe. Light small plates like Brittany sardines escabeche
really get the appetite going. And they are a great lead in to hearty
mains like grilled Iberico pork pluma and chorizo pepper stew.
Restaurant Ember
HHHH
Asian, European. G/F, Hotel 1929, 50
Keong Saik Rd., 6347-1928. Open Mon-Fri
11:30am-2pm; Mon-Sat 6:30-10pm. $$
Even after a decade, it still gets really busy here,
especially during lunchtime, with an endless parade
of execs who work in the area. Tats thanks to
their afordable set lunches of good quality fare, but
if youre after a quiet meal, this isnt the place for
you. Dinners are more calm afairs, and we highly
recommend the homemade crispy tofu with delish
foie gras-mirin sauce and pan-seared Chilean
seabass with smoked bacon ragout and trufe yuzu
butter. Desserts, too, are equally praiseworthy.
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CHINATOWN
&TANJ ONG
PAGAR
Cl ub St reet &
Ann Si ang Hi l l
Izy HHHH
Japanese. 27 Club St., 6220-3327, www.izy.com.sg.
Open Mon-Sat 4pm-1am. $$$
Tis swish izakaya helmed by chef Kazumasa Yazawa (formerly of Waku
Ghin) is a long narrow concrete-lined space ofering uber sophisticated
Japanese bar food. We love the colorful Pop Art on the walls and cool light
fxtures made from repurposed drink bottles. Its a clubby yet sophisticated
setup. Te foods great no matter what you order, but dont miss the
perfectly fried chicken karaage and the pork belly roll with fresh ginger.
Bi nomi o, see page 8 TOP 10
J
Ding Dong HHHH
Asian, Tapas. 23 Ann
Siang Rd., 6557-0189,
www.dingdong.com.sg.
Open Mon-Sat 6pm-midnight;
Mon-Fri noon-3pm. $$
Tis Southeast Asian small plates
joint has a cool location in a three-
story refurbished shophouse on
Ann Siang Road. Te staf dress in
traditional garb with Chinese knot
buttons, the decor incorporates plenty
of Asian motifs and pink light flls
the spaceit feels like a retro 70s
discotheque. Tey ofer fusion bites like
Vietnamese Scotch eggs, and theres
also a Feed Us set menu featuring an
ever changing range of specialties in
sharing portions.To drink, order up
a range of Asian-inspired cocktails
and red and white wine on tap. With
a cool vibe, central location and good
food, its an ideal after-work haunt.
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Lolla HHH
International, Tapas. 22 Ann Siang Rd., 6423-1228,
www.lolla.com.sg. Open Mon-Sat 6pm-midnight, noon-2pm. $$$
Another supporter of the small plates movement, Lollas a nice space
with de rigueur industrial chic dcor, an open-concept bar counter/
kitchen and a semi-private dining room with a large communal table
in the basement. Food here is simple, if modestly-portioned, which
is where they excel with items such as scrambled eggs crowned with
generous shavings of bottarga. To wash it all down, theres an excellent
collection of wines from countries like Spain, Portugal and France.
Despite the patchy service, theyre packed almost every night.
Luke's Oyster Bar &
Chop House HHHH
American. 20 Gemmill Lane, 6221-
4468, www.lukes.com.sg. Open
Mon-Wed noon-10:30pm; Tu-Sat
noon-midnight. $$$
Travis Masieros latest ofering is classy yet
relaxedeverything from the L-shaped
marble top bar, to the crisp white linens,
to the vest-wearing servers channels a
chic brasseriewhile the food is inspired
by comforting American classics (think
mac & cheese, and crab cakes), with
an emphasis on East Coast favorites.
Standouts include the New England-style
clam chowder, and the spectacular M.F K.
Fishers Oyster Pan Roast with bottarga,
and fennel-spiced bone-in Kurobuta pork
chop. Its also open till late, a real bonus.

Noti HHH
Italian. 54 Club St., 6222-0089, www.facebook.com/notiasia.
Open Mon-Fri noon-midnight; Sat 6pm-midnight. $$
Tis Club Street gem is helmed by well-traveled Italian chef Toni Rossetti.
On ofer are comforting Italian recipes like melanzane, stufed aubergine with
minced meat and basil tomato sauce, and Notis wagyu burger, featuring a patty
wrapped with parma ham, topped with Asiago cheese and porcini mushrooms.
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Majestic
Restaurant HHH
Chinese. New Majestic Hotel,
31-37 Bukit Pasoh Rd., 6511-
4718, www.restaurantmajestic.
com. Open Tue-Sun 11:45am-
3pm, 6-10:30pm. $$
Few Chinese restaurants are
hip, but this is defnitely one
of them. Fashionable diners
come for chef-owner Yong Bing
Ngens signature style of modern
Chinese fare, with a twist. Best
exemplifed in artfully-crafted
dishes such as a combination of
Peking duck skin, pan-seared
foie gras and crispy soft shell
crab with mangos and spicy
Tai dipping sauce, which ft
right in with the beautiful art
pieces that grace its walls and
surrounds. While the selection
may not be as extensive as at
other establishments, Majestic
is a consistent and reliable bet.
CHINATOWN
& TANJ ONG
PAGAR
Buki t Pasoh
Senso Ristorante & Bar HHH
Italian. 21 Club St., 6224-3534. Open Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm;
Mon-Sat 6-10:30pm; Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 7-10:30pm. $$
Sensos a Club Street institution, with a loyal following. Food here is
a joy, as is the service, and in such a charming space (they occupy fve
adjacent shophouses and the courtyard is gorgeous), too. Not only
do they ofer great lunch sets, their Sunday brunch with free-fowing
Prosecco is also worth a visit.
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Restaurant ANDRE
HHHHH
French. 41 Bukit Pasoh Rd.,
6534-8880, www.restaurantandre.
com. Open Tue-Fri noon-2pm;
Tue-Sun 7-11pm. $$$$
Expect an intimate space in a
three-story shophouse that seats
30 in chef-owner Andr Chiangs
restaurant. With two prix fxe
menus for both lunch and
dinner, Chiangs focus on fresh
artisanal produce is showcased
in exquisite dishes that refect
his roots in Southern French
nouvelle cuisine. Tere are no
choices whatsoever, so come with
an open mind and be prepared
for whatever Chiang decides
to craft. Te service is beyond
reproach, the clientele well-
heeled and the food very good.
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Brasserie Gavroche HHHH
French. 66 Tras St., 6225-8266, www.brasseriegavroche.com.
Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm; Mon-Sat 6:30-10pm. $$$
Francophiles will adore this place, full of French touches, such as a
1930s wooden bar-counter rescued from the original Parisian Caf
de la Paix, and black-and-white photos that channel an old school
brasserie feel perfectly. Aside from the usual suspects like escargots
de Bourgogne, you can also look forward to forgotten classics,
made using recipes passed down from Colins grandpa Henri, like
baked pork terrine pie. Te food and service are excellent, but its
the charming ambiance that youll fnd particularly hard to resist.
CHINATOWN
& TANJ ONG
PAGAR
Tras St reet
J
Bar-Roque Grill
HHH
French. #01-00 Amara Hotel,
165 Tanjong Pagar Rd.,
6444-9672, www.brasserie
gavroche.com. Open Tue-Sat
noon-2:30pm, 5:30-10:30pm; Sun
noon-8:30pm. $$
Tis convivial French restaurant
started by chef Stephane Istel
(formerly of the Daniel Boulud
Group) ofers dishes such as tart
fambee, as well as a range of meats
(French free range chicken and
pork knuckle). Also, dont miss
their signature rustic apple pie for
dessert, the recipe features some
seriously delicious caramelized
apples. Dig into it all in a cavernous
space with long communal tables.
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Salta HHH
Argentine, South American,
Steak. #01-56/57 Icon Village,
12 Gopeng St., 6225-8443,
www.saltaparrilla.com.sg.
Open Mon-Sat noon-2:30pm,
6-10:30pm; Sat 11:30am-
2:30pm, 6:30-11pm. $$
A massive fve-meter parrilla
(grill) greets you the moment
you enter this steak specialist
so you know that they mean
business. Each cut of beef comes
naked, served on a plain white
plateall the better to appreciate
its handsome form. Its all
remarkably well-executed, making
it one of the best contemporary
steakhouses in town.
Thanying Restaurant HHH
Tai. 2/F, Amara Hotel, 165 Tanjong Pagar Rd., 6222-4688,
www.singapore.amarahotels.com/thanying. Open daily
11:30am-3pm, 6:30-10pm. $$
Without a doubt one of the best restaurants for Tai food but certainly not the
cheapest. Look past the (charmingly) dated dcor and youll fnd quick, efcient
service and tasty farebut it all works together. Make sure you try the sweet
and spicy mango salad and spicy curries, while the dessert bufet will have
you eating more than you should. Better suited for larger groups like family
get-togethers or a meal with colleagues.
J
Fleur De Sel
HHH
French. #01-01, 64 Tras St., 6222-6861, www.feurdesel.com.sg.
Open Mon-Sat noon-2:30pm, 6:30-10:30pm. $$
A cozy space featuring an open-concept kitchen, this restaurant is helmed
by French chef-owner Alexandre Lozachmeur, who has worked at the Spoon
restaurants and Alain Ducasse Au Plaza Athne. Te menu includes classic
French dishes such as Atlantic cod with beurre blanc and grand marnier-
soaked baba, as well as an eight-course degustation meal and set lunches.
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Tonkotsu King
HHHH
Japanese. #01-19 Orchid Hotel,
1 Tras Link, 6636-0855. Open
daily 11:30am-3pm, 6-10pm. $
Te second Singapore ofering
from Tokyo-based chef Keisuke
Takeda, TV Tokyos Ramen King
of 2011, this petite 18-seater
ramen joint channels an old
school, if clichd, Japanese vibe.
Teres only one pork-based soup
stock, but its fantastic and well-
worth the 10-20 minute wait (its
strictly frst-come, frst-served).
Teres something to be said for
going back to basics and Tonkotsu
Kings got our tick of approval.
J
Tippling club HHHH
34, 36 and 38 Tanjong Pagar Rd., 6475-2217, www.tipplingclub.com.
Open Mon-Fri noon-3pm; Mon-Sat 6-11pm. $$$$
Set to move to this new location in December 2013, chef Ryan Clifts
much admired molecular cuisine is likely to be just as impressive at its
new venue (though were basing its inclusion on the experience we had
at Dempsey). Terell be some fresh additions such as a three-course
pre-theater menu (6-8pm), and an upstairs private dining room seating
12 guests (with its own state-of-the-art R&D kitchen). Plus, more
afordable cocktails by their team of award-winning mixologists.
Brasserie
Gavroche
(see page 44)
serves true French
comfort food.
Te pt en
croute and pote
auvergnatea
pork hotpot dish
from my own
hometown
are delicious.
J ULIEN ROYER
Chef de Cui si ne at
French fi ne-di ni ng
rest aur ant JAAN
( see page 6)
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Bartini Kitchen HHH
Modern European. 29 Boon Tat St., 6220-0629, www.bartinikitchen.com.
sg. Open Mon-Fri 8-11am, 11:30am-2:30pm; Mon-Sat 5:30-10pm;
Sat-Sun 11am-4pm. $$
Tis welcoming eating spot by the folks behind Club Street watering hole
Bartini ofers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Te menu is modern European
with some Middle-Eastern infuences (the chef trained in Dubai) including
a mezze platter and chicken with fregola. Te food goes well with their range
of cocktails (many familiar favorites from Bartini) and afordable wines.
CHINATOWN
&TANJ ONG
PAGAR
Amoy St reet &
Tel ok Ayer
J
Burlamacco
Ristorante HHH
Italian. 77A Amoy St., 6220-
1763, www.burlamacco.com.
sg. Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-
2:30pm; Sun 11:30am-2:30pm;
daily 6-10:30pm. $$
Te joint efort of two good
Italian friends, this intimate
eatery is outftted with dark
wooden furniture and bright,
carnivalesque artworks on the
walls. Look forward to starters
such as beef tripe stew in fresh
tomato sauce with Parmesan
cheese, pastas made in-house and
other Tuscan classicswhere
executive chef and co-owner
Gabriele Piegaia hails fromas
well as home-made limoncello.
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The Market
Grill HHHH
American. 208 Telok
Ayer St., 6221-3323,
www. themarketgrill.com.
sg. Open Mon-Sat 11:30am-
2:30pm, 5-10pm. $$$
Te industrial looking space
features an open-concept
kitchen and zinc counter, and
a 1.5 meter long live lobster
tank. In the kitchen is executive
chef Colin West who puts
out a straightforward menu
of juicy burgers and grills
Te food may be simple but
its fawlessly executed.
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PepeNero HHHHH
Italian. 14 Stanley St., 6222-5808, www.pepenero.sg. Open
Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm, 6:30-11pm; Sat 6:30-10pm. $$$
Italian joints are a dime a dozen in this city, so it takes something really
special to get our attention. Tis establishment in the CBD isnt a fancy
jointalthough you will fnd the requisite white table linensbut its
got just the right combination; a setting thats smart enough for a business
meeting yet atmospheric and unfussy enough for a date, great soulful
Southern Italian fare (try the eggplant parmigiana) and outstanding
service. Tese folks will do just about anything to make your dining
experience a truly extraordinary one.
J
Moosehead HHH
Mediterranean. 110 Telok Ayer St., 6636-8055, www.facebook.com/
MooseheadKitchenBar. Open Mon-Fri 11am-11pm; Sat 5-11pm. $$
A cozy 40-seat Mediterranean dining spot run by father-and-son team
Glen and Daniel Ballis, this joint is outftted with quirky furnishings
like tables made from repurposed sewing machines. On the menu
are small plates such as chargrilled asparagus with garlic miso dressing
and stewed baby calamari with sauted fava beans. Tere are also
lunchtime specials like their popular pulled pork sandwich. Te favors
are fresh, punchy and seriously good.
OTTO Locanda HHHH
Italian. #01-03, 32 Maxwell Rd.,
6224-0978, www.ottolocanda.com.sg.
Open Mon-Fri 11:30-2pm;
Mon-Sat 6-10pm. $$
Located in Maxwell Chambers, a
refurbished neo-classical heritage building,
this chic trattoria is sister to OTTO
Ristorante, with more afordable prices,
and we think, even better food. Dig
into hearty classics such as the terrifc
porcini mushroom lasagna, and dough
fritters with ham-wrapped scamorza
cheese, in a warm inviting space.
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RIVER VALLEY
Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse HHH
Italian, Steak. 25 Mohamed Sultan Rd., 6735-6739,
www.bistecca.com.sg. Open Tue-Fri noon-2pm; Tue-Sun 6-10pm;
Sat-Sun noon-2:30pm. $$$
Dim lighting, earth tone furnishings and croc print-inspired chocolate
chairs give this Italian steakhouse a distinctly sexy feel; a great date venue.
In case the name wasnt a dead giveaway, its all about the meat here, so
forgo their pastas in favor of their signature Fiorentinaa deliciously smoky
char-grilled 1-1.2kg T-bone steak of marble score six Aussie Wagyu.
J
Bochinche HHHH
Latin. #02-01, 22 Martin Rd.,
6235-4990, www.bochinche.com.sg.
Open Tue-Tu 5:30pm-midnight;
Sun 5:30pm-midnight;
Fri-Sat 5:30pm-1am; Sat-Sun
11am-3:30pm. $$
Noted Argentinean chef Diego
Jacquetwhose London eateries Zoilo
and Casa Malevo draw rave reviews
teamed up with the Spa Esprit Group
in 2013 to launch this Singapore
project ofering sophisticated
Argentinean plates. Te spacious
100-seater features a bold design
with lots of dark wood and red metal
accents. A lively open kitchen occupies
one side of the space, while on the
other side is a long bar: Te ample
counter seating creates a real convivial
atmosphere. Te foods creative
and perfect for sharing, with dishes
including braised pig head croquettes
and grilled octopus and tuna mayo.
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Communal HHHH
American. #01-01, 12 North Canal Rd., 6221-7790,
www.facebook.com/communal.sg. Open Mon-Sat
11:30am-2:30pm, 6-10pm. $$
Tis casual American eatery is helmed by chef and owner Ryan
Jett, who has worked at well known restaurant the French Laundry
in Californias Napa Valley. On the menu are satisfying dishes like
pressed pork sausage with scrambled eggs and pickled shallots, lobster
mac and cheese gratin and torchon of foie gras. Plus, comforting
desserts such as monkey bread with vanilla ice-cream and lemon tart.
Coriander Leaf
HHH
Asian, Fusion. #02-03 Blk. A
Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Rd.,
6732-3354, www.corianderleaf.
com. Open Mon-Fri noon-2pm;
Mon-Tu 6:30-10pm; Fri-Sat
6:30-10:30pm. $$
Its been years since Coriander Leaf
started serving up mouth-watering
Asian-inspired delicacies, frst at
Te Gallery Hotel, and now at
Clarke Quay. Its still a reliable bet
for great food amid calm surrounds,
evidenced by the crowd of locals
and expats alike. Te pan-Asian
menu spans South Asia, Southeast
Asia and the Middle East; be
sure to try one of the samplers.
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J
Cuisine Master Hotpot HHH
Hot Pot. 68 Boat Quay, 6438-9979. Open Mon-Fri 11am-2pm;
Mon-Sat 6-11pm. $$$
Te high end hotpot establishment serves premium sets, including
multiple courses of top notch ingredients like baby lobster, grouper
and Australian ribeye. Tere are also afordable noodle bowls, with
toppings such as kurobuta pork, slipper lobster or grouper, for lunch.
J
El Rocho's HHH
Mexican. 36 Circular Rd.,
6438-7879, www.facebook.
com/elrochosmexican. Open
Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm;
Mon-Sat 6:30-10pm. $$
Owner-chef Marcus Loh (who
trained at the Culinary Institute
of America) heads Mexican
restaurant El Rochos, a lively
spot which serves items like
fsh ceviche and chicken mole,
as well as snacky things like
ox tongue tacos. Its a great
fnd in the Boat Quay area.
Hai Di Lao HHHH
Chinese, Steamboat. #02-04 Blk. D Clarke Quay, 3 River
Valley Rd., 6337-8626. Open daily 10:30am-midnight. $$
Te frst overseas branch of the popular Sichuan hotpot chain ofers
good service, afordable grub and even free manicures. Te food also
doesnt disappoint with seven savory soup options and a comprehensive
list of items, including their justifably famous mashed shrimp
and home-made tofu.
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KHA HHH
Tai. Martin No. 38, 38
Martin Rd., 6476-9000,
www.kha.sg. Open daily
noon-3pm, 6-11pm. $$
Te funky Tai restaurant
now ofers an updated menu
of unique Isaan plates (think
straightforward rustic grills)
care of new executive chef
Adam Clif, who honed his
culinary chops under noted chef
David Tompson, founder of
well known restaurant Sailors
Tai in Sydney and Michelin-
starred nahm in London.
Japanese BBQ Yakiniku Yazawa HHHH
Japanese. #01-01 Robertson Walk, 11 Unity St., 6235-2941.
Open daily 6-11:30pm. $$
You cant swing a bat without knocking into a Japanese eatery
in the Robertson Quay area, but this BBQ establishment is a
standout, despite the pretty ordinary setup (think black booth
seats, dim lighting and wood accents) and somewhat brash
service. Te superb meats on ofer are reason enough to warrant
a return visit, just ask any one of the many Japanese patrons
who frequent it on a nightly basis. Teyre also open till late.
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Shoebox Canteen HHH
Western. 36 North Canal Rd., 9296-4836, www.facebook.com/
ShoeboxCanteen. Open Mon-Fri 11:45-2:30pm, 6-9pm. $
If the name hasnt already given the game away, this eateryco-
located with bespoke cocktail bar Bitters & Loveis nice and cozy,
seating only 30 diners. Teyve got a compact, rotating menu featuring
hearty burgers and expertly cooked Western mains like fsh and
chips. With so many other dinner options in the area, its easy to pass
on Shoebox Canteens prettied-up fast food items. But if youve got
a hankering for a simple comforting lunch, this is hard to beat.
J
Tamashii
Robataya HHH
Japanese. #02-01, 12 North Canal Rd.,
6222-0316, www.tamashii.com.sg.
Open Mon-Sat noon-2:30pm,
6:30-10:30pm.$$$
Run by chef-owner Patrick Tan
formerly of noted sushi restaurant
Yoyogihis wife Nicole and their
business partner Max See, this joint
specializes in Japanese grills or
robatayaki. Snag a seat at the long
chef s counter: Tey serve food up
on long wooden paddles making for
a fun interactive experience. And if
you dont want to blow the budget,
afordable lunch sets are available too.
Orihara Liquor
Shop & Bar
(#01-02
Robertson Walk,
11 Unity St.,
6836-5710,
www.sg.orihara
shoten.jp) is a
great standing
sake bar. Teir
range of sake is
fantastic, as are the
Japanese snacks.
Try the oden,
grilled stingray
fns and the grilled
persimmons.
GAN GUO YI
Founder of bar
J i gger & Pony
( 101 Amoy St . , 6223-9101,
www. j i gger andpony. com)
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TANGLIN
Chopsuey Cafe HHHH
Chinese. #01-23, 10 Dempsey Rd., 9224-6611,
www.chopsueycafe.com. Open Mon-Tu 11:30am-midnight;
Fri 11:30am-2am; Sat 9:30am-2am; Sun 9:30am-midnight. $$$
Tis chic yet relaxed establishment from the PS. Cafe folks is
in a corner black-and-white colonial house with a charming
alfresco area. It dishes out interpretations of westernized
Chinese classics such as General Tsos Chicken Drumlets,
as well as contemporary items including twice-cooked citrus
and spice beef short rib. Teres also a handsome cocktail
menu organized by style shaken, muddled or stirred.
Basilico HHHH
Bufet, Italian. 2/F
Te Regent Singapore, 1
Cuscaden Rd., 6725-3232,
www.regenthotels.com.
Open daily 6:30am-10pm. $$
Basilico is the kind of swish,
swank and stylish outft that
you can always count on to
impress a hot date. But its not
just the inviting atmosphere
that keeps us coming back. Te
seasonally-changing menu of
authentic classics (both bufet
and a la carte) has something
to do with that, as does the
extensive wine list. Tey also do
mean weekend brunches and
their cheese & wine nights are
legendary for good reason.
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The Disgruntled Chef HHHH
European. 26B Dempsey Rd., 6476-5305, www.disgruntledchef.com.
Open Tue-Sat noon-2:30pm; Tue-Tu 6pm-10:30am; Fri-Sat 6-11:30pm;
Sun noon-4:30pm, 6-10:30pm. $$
Superb food to share and impressively strong cocktails are the order of the day
at chef-owner Daniel Sias minimalist space. Te dining concept promotes the
merits of sharing through modern European dishes executed with ease and
grace. Its hard to go wrong, but it would be a big mistake to not order the
baked bone marrow with homemade persillade and cumin-spiced lamb ribs.
Don Quijote HHH
Spanish. #01-02, 7 Dempsey Rd.,
6476-2811, www.don-quijote-
restaurants.com. Open Mon-
Wed 4-10:30pm; Tu-Fri 4pm-
midnight; Sat 11am-midnight;
Sun 11am-10:30pm. $$
Tis Spanish restaurant has been
around for seven years. On this
fckle, competitive island, thats
really saying something. Te place
is a warm, convivial space with
rustic brick walls. And the menu
is full of comforting favorites like
oxtail stew and fdeua negra, a
generous pan of noodles cooked
with briny squid ink. From
time to time, they also ofer
impressively-sized specials like
the charcoal-grilled Tomahawk
steaks (each weighing 1.2-2kg).
Fat Cow HHHHH
Japanese, Steak. #01-01-02 Camden Medical Centre, 1 Orchard Blvd.,
6735-0308, www.fat-cow.com.sg. Open Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6-11pm. $$$$
A Japanese-inspired meat specialist thats all about the Wagyu, with pale
wooden chairs and tables, shoji doors and screens. Opt for a seat at the
U-shaped 16-seater counter, so you can chat with the chefs as they prepare
your food. Choose from prime cuts like Snake River Farms from the US
or premium goods from Kagoshima.
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BUZZ FEED
The Halia HHH
Asian, Continental. Ginger Garden, Singapore Botanic
Gardens, 1 Cluny Rd., 6476-6711, www.halia.com.sg. Open
Mon-Fri noon-4pm; daily 6:30-11pm; Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. $$$
Tere are few restaurants better than this one if youre
after a leisurely meal on a sunny day, thanks to its gorgeous
location. Te menu features items with an Asian twist, such
as prawn tempura with shiso and sesame-crusted blue fn
tuna tataki. Surrounded by greenery on the shaded deck,
its just the thing if youre looking for a quiet retreat.
Regional
European Food
In 2013, we welcomed newbies
like Sardinian restaurant Sopra
Cucina & Bar (#01-02 Pan Pacifc
Orchard, 10 Claymore Rd., 6737-
3253, www.sopracucina.com),
Forlino (see page 24) hosted
Southern Italian speciality dinners,
and OTTO Locanda (#01-03, 32
Maxwell Rd., 6224-0978, www.
ottolocanda.com.sg) introduced
regional set menus, regularly
spotlighting diferent areas in Italy.
The question is, which countrys
next? Our moneys on Spain.
Crawfsh Boils
It may seem unlikely. But
Louisiana-style crawfsh boils could
be the next big thing here. We
already love eating seafood with our
hands, and new entries like The
Cajun Kings (15-1 Jalan Riang,
6284-4426, www.thecajunkings.sg)
and Crab in da Bag (#01-25 Blk D,
902 East Coast Parkway, 6440-0083,
Our top fve food trend predictions for 2014.
www.crabindabag.com)which serve
up Cajun-style seafood in plastic bags,
are proving increasingly popular.
Gourmet Takeaway
Major players on the fne dining scene
are dressing down their latest concepts,
ofering casual everyday eats. Loh Lik
Peng (Esquina, Pollen) has salad bar The
Provision Shop (#01-79, Blk 3 Everton
Park, 6225-9931, www.facebook.com/
TheProvisionShop), the Garibaldi Group
launched Morsi & Sorsi (51 Telok Ayer
St.) in late 2013ofering up Italian
small bites and paninisthe good
folks at Les Amis have sandwich spot
Packd (#B1-169/170 Suntec City Mall, 3
Temasek Blvd., 6884-7717) and Osvaldo
Forlino has No Menu Bar (7 Boon
Tat St., 6224-0091, www.nomenubar.
sg), serving up not only Italian grub
to-go but also Chinese mixed rice.
French Bakeries
French bakery chain PAUL expanded
quickly in 2013 with new outlets at
Tanglin Mall and Ocean Financial
Centre, as did veteran baker Eran
Mayers home grown brand Artisan
Boulangerie Co. (theres a new branch
at Great World City and Metropolis,
with one at Asia Square in the works).
Maison Kayser has grown too (check
out fresh outlets at The Grandstand
and Wheelock Place). Singapore, it
seems, cant get enough fufy pastry.
Specialty Tea
After years of artisan cofee obsession,
Singapore is rediscovering tea. Japanese
brand Lupicia (#B1-12 Great World City,
1 Kim Seng Promenade, 6737-0334,
www.lupicia.com.sg) and French name
Betjeman Barton (#B1-33 Rafes
City Shopping Centre,
252 North Bridge Rd.,
www.facebook.com/
BetjemanandBartonSG)
opened toward the
end of the year, ofering
loose leaf black, green
and white teas, plus
unique proprietary
blends. British company
Newby Tea will also
launch a store in 2014.
Sopra Cucina & Bar
Crab in da Bag
PAUL
Newby Tea
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Jiang-Nan Chun HHH
Cantonese. Four Seasons Hotel, 190 Orchard Blvd., 6831-7220,
www.fourseasons.com. Open Mon-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm; daily
6-10:30pm; Sun 11am-3pm. $$$
Youll need to dress up to ft in, with the elegant dcor and friendly
but serious fve-star service, in the dining room of this restaurant,
where you can expect nothing less than top-notch Cantonese
cuisine and dim sum. If theres a misstep on the menu here, good
luck fnding it. Tis is elegant, formal Chinese dining at its best.
Teir dim sum bufet brunch on the weekend is also noteworthy.
LP+Tetsu HHHH
Fusion. #03-18 Tanglin Mall,
163 Tanglin Rd., 6836-3112,
www.lptetsu.com. Open
daily 11:30am-2:20pm,
6-10:30pm. $$$
Tis fne dining debut
is a collaborative efort
between Laurent Peugeot
of one-Michelin-starred Le
Charlemagne in Burgundy
and Food Junction. Peugeot
masterfully showcases his
signature French-Japanese style
in marvelous creations, which
change quarterly. Housed in
a well-dressed space, its a
suitable spot if youve got an
important business meeting or
want to indulge in the nouvelle
cuisine degustation menu for
dinner. Service is outstanding.
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Patara Fine Thai Cuisine HHH
Tai. #03-14 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Rd., 6737-0818,
www.patara.com.sg. Open daily noon-3pm, 6-10pm. $$
In a pretty, lemongrass-scented space, dine on fne modern Tai dishes such
as lemongrass-marinated New Zealand rack of lamb with spicy green papaya
salad. If youre looking for a bargain, theres a great bufet lunch on weekends.
J
Pidgin Kitchen & Bar HHH
Fusion. #01-04, 7 Dempsey Rd., 6475-0080,
www.pidgin.sg. Open Mon-Sat noon-
2:30pm, 6:30-10:30pm. $$
Chef-owner Adrian Ling of contemporary
European restaurant Pamplemousse Bistro
+ Bar has revamped his Dempsey space with
a whole new concept: Pidgin, a modern
Southeast Asian joint with a focused
locally-infected menu. Te industrial chic
60-seater is narrow and cavernous, with a
cool bar counter made from sleek dark metal
beams. And the food and drinks are a fne
version of Mod Sin cuisine: Its creative but
not just for the sake of innovationthe
components actually work together.
Spruce HHH
American, Brunch, European. 320 Tanglin Rd., 6836-5528,
www.spruce.com.sg. Open Mon-Fri 10:30am-10:30pm; Sat-Sun
9am-10:30pm. $$
Tis restaurant/bar/bakery fanked by greenery in an ofbeat location
comprises an intimate indoor dining space, with a private dining room
and a cheese room/wine cellar. Te garden-like alfresco area is also
very pleasant. But the bigger draw is the food, which is fresh and simple
including ahi tuna tartare and thick burgers.
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I worked at
Au Petit Salut
(40C Harding
Rd., 6475-1976,
www.aupetitsalut.
com) so a part of
me will always
love the place. Te
food is good, its
a beautiful quiet
space and theres
a great owner.
ALEXANDRE
LOZACHMEUR
Chef -owner of
French rest aur ant
Fl eur De Sel
( see page 46)
The White Rabbit HHH
European. 39C Harding Rd., 6473-9965,
www.thewhiterabbit.com.sg. Open Tue-Fri noon-2:30pm;
Tue-Sun 6:30-10:30pm; Sat-Sun 10:30am-2:30pm. $$$
If youre all about dining in style, then this is the place for you. Te White
Rabbit is a beautiful space housed in a restored Ebenezer chapel with
stained glass windows, high ceiling and a most appealing old world vibe.
Tats not to say its not hip, though, as is obvious from its cool clientele.
It continues to live up to expectations with well-executed dishes like wagyu
carpaccio and desserts such as baked alaska.
Yan Ting HHHH
Cantonese. 1/F Te St
Regis Singapore, 29 Tanglin
Rd., 6506-6887, www.
stregissingapore.com. Open
Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm; daily
6:30-10:30pm; Sat-Sun
11:45am-3pm. $$
Its no wonder that the dining
hall at Yan Ting, replete
with stained glass panels,
chandeliers and plush booths
(perfect for canoodling), is as
luxurious it gets. Te foods as
pretty as the dcor, so expect
excellent Cantonese cuisine
and attentive, well-trained wait
staf. Also worth a try is the
weekend dim sum brunch.
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BUKIT TIMAH
Blu Kouzina HHHH
Greek. 893 Bukit Timah Rd.,
6875-0872, www. blukouzina.com.
Open daily 6-10pm; Fri-Sun
noon-2:30pm. $$
Greek restaurants on our island
are few and far between, but this
one along Bukit Timah Road
is a real gem. Its not just that it
makes a great frst impression
with its Mediterranean vibe,
with its three-level interior,
classically-seaside white and blue
color scheme, wooden tables and
chairs, and valet parking. More
than that, the authentic Greek
food they serve up is stellar;
even the extra virgin olive oil is
made from hand-picked organic
olives from the owners family
estate in the hills of Messinea.
My Little Spanish Place HHH
Spanish. 619 Bukit Timah Rd., 6463-2810,
www.mylittlespanishplace.com.sg. Open daily 6:30-11pm;
Sat-Sun 9:30-3pm. $$
Chefs Maria Sevillano and Edward Esmero put out an impressive
range of tapas (think garlic mushrooms and grilled asparagus) and
paella at this Bukit Timah gem, which even has a dedicated jamon
bar. Tey also do a great brunch menu including some tasty churros
and refreshing cava mimosas.
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Violet Oon's Kitchen HHHH
Peranakan, Western. 881 Bukit Timah Rd., 6468-5430,
www.violetoonskitchen.com. Open Tue-Tu 11:30am-10pm;
Fri-Sun 11:30am-11pm. $$
As youd expect from the doyenne of Nyonya cuisine, Oons most recent
venture specializes in Peranakan food. Te black-and-white family-run
establishmenther children are co-owners and help to keep things
running smoothlyis cozy and welcoming, with full-favored Nyonya
classics such as beef rendang, as well as local-inspired dishes including
black pepper prawn pasta and Western oferings like shepherds pieall
of which are homemade.
J
Shelter in the
Woods HHH
French. 22 Greenwood Ave., 6466-6225,
www.shelterinthewoods.com. Open Sun
11am-2pm, 6-10:30pm; Tue-Tu
6-10:30pm; Fri-Sat 6-11pm. $$
Helmed by French-Chinese
chef David Tien, this tavern-like
establishment feels cozy and convivial. Te
menus all about traditional and homey
French standards and you shouldnt leave
without trying the crisp-skinned suckling pig,
which you can see cooking on the rotisserie
in their open-kitchen. To go along with
the meal, theres an impressive selection of
house favored rums, with macerated fruit,
in funky favors like passion fruit-chilli.
Skyve HHH
Brunch, European. #01-17 Blk E, 10 Winstedt Rd.,
6225-6690, www.skyve.sg. Open daily 10am-1am. $$
Tis all-day dining restaurant (were talking breakfast, lunch,
afternoon tea and dinner) is spacious and comfortable, plus, the
food is simple and delicious, infused with punchy Asian favors.
Dont miss the fantastic sous vide poulet and kalbi beef short ribs.
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SENTOSA &
HARBOURFRONT
Cassia HHHH
Cantonese. G/F Capella
Singapore, 1 Te Knolls,
6591-5045, www.capellahotels.
com. Open daily noon-2:30pm,
6:30-10:30pm. $$$
When it comes to the glam
stakes, its hard to beat Cassia at
the ultra chic Capella Singapore.
Te extensive menu at this classy
fne-dining Chinese restaurant
certainly measures up to its
tasteful and warm dcor; with
ornamental lamps, gorgeous
screens carved with fower like
motifs, stately windows and
lush sofas, all dressed in delicate
shades of gray and lilac. Well-
executed modern Chinese cuisine
(with Western, local and Sichuan
infuences), top that of with
discreet and attentive service.
Alkaff Mansion Ristorante HHH
Italian. 10 Telok Blangah Green, 6510-3068, www.alkaf.com.sg.
Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm; daily 6-10:15pm; Sat-Sun
11:30am-3:30pm. $$
Housed in a beautiful colonial building, this two-story restaurant serves
Italian classics, including some lovely housemade pastas such as
papardelle with black pork ragu. Tey also have a value-for-money
lunch set on weekdays.
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Jamie's Italian
Italian. #01-165-167, 1 HarbourFront Walk, 6733-5500,
www.jamieoliver.com. Open Sun-Tu noon-10pm; Fri-Sat
noon-11pm. $$
It might be a little overhyped given that back in the UK its a reliably
afordable chain with more than 30 outlets, but Jamies ItalianJamie
Olivers frst Singapore projectis already packed with a waiting list
lasting all week. Te large spacewhich has a clear sea viewserves
up afordable everyday eats, which are very similar to the chains
oferings worldwide. Tere are tasty pastas (like prawn linguine)
and delicious grills.
See Ad on page 45
L'Atelier de Jol
Robuchon HHHH
French. Resorts World
Sentosa, Hotel Michael, 8
Sentosa Gateway, 6577-8888,
www.joel-robuchon.net. Open
daily 6-10:30pm; Sun noon-2pm.
$$$$
Te more casual of his two
Singapore outposts, LAtelier has
the same distinctive red and black
dcor as the others around the
world. Opt for the eight-course
degustation dcouverte menu,
which brings a seemingly endless
procession of dishes, including
highlights like yellowtail tartare
with spicy tomato coulis, daikon
bouillon and the unimaginably
smooth and creamy mash potato.
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J
Saint Pierre
HHHHH
French. #01-15 Quayside
Isle, 31 Ocean Way
(Sentosa Cove), 6438-0887,
www.saintpierre.com.sg.
Open Tue-Sat 5:30pm-
midnight; Sat 11:30am-3pm;
Sun 11:30am-10:30pm. $$$
Tis stalwart French
establishment, which used to be
at Central Mall, has reopened
at Quayside Isle, helmed
by chef de cuisine Daniel
Grobnick and the irrepressible
chef-owner Emmanuel
Stroobant. Teyre serving a
revamped menu including
more vegetarian and seafood
options. But one thing that has
stayed the same: Teir stellar
selection of cheese, featuring
everything from mild tomme
de savoie to pungent epoisses.
Osia HHH
Australian. #02-140/141 Crockfords Tower (FestiveWalk),
8 Sentosa Gateway, 6577-6560, www.osiarestaurant.com. Open
Tu-Sun noon-3pm, 6-10:30pm; Mon noon-3pm, 6-10:30pm;
Tue noon-3pm, 6-10:30pm. $$$
Australian celebrity chef Scott Webster has designed an innovative menu
inspired by fresh Australian produce, that combines Asian infuences
and western culinary techniques, with fair. Signature items to bet on
are the espuma of papaya Iced Brick, polenta-crusted foie gras, duo
of Tasmanian milk-fed lamb and Valrhona hot chocolate soup.
Jol Robuchon Restaurant, The Naked Fi nn, see pages 7 and 8 TOP 10
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SKIRT HHHH
Steak, Western. W Singapore Sentosa Cove, 21 Ocean Way
(Sentosa Cove), 6808-7278, www.wsingaporesentosacove.com.
Open daily 6:30-11:30pm. $$$
Stylish steakhouse SKIRT plays up the parilla bar concept with
house-aged meats from Argentina, Australia and the US such as
Blackmore Wagyu. Te meats also come with an impressive array
of accompaniments like homemade sauces and favored salts.
Teres also a handsome wine list. Te dramatic designwith horn
chandeliers cascading from the ceilingis pretty stunning too.
Tamarind Hill
HHH
Tai. 30 Labrador Villa Rd.,
6278-6364, www.tamarind
restaurants.com. Open daily
noon-2pm, 6:30-10:30pm. $$
Set in a historic colonial building
at Labrador Park with Asian-
inspired dcor such as golden
Buddha statues, this place feels
just like a tropical resort. It doesnt
hurt that you get a non-alcoholic
welcome drink upon arrival,
featuring Southeast Asian favors
like lemongrass or tamarind.
To eat, there are sophisticated,
modern Tai plates like deep
fried lobster in tamarind sauce,
care of Tai-Canadian chef Titi
Tammanatr (who has cooked
for newsmakers including Bill
Clinton and Chow Yun Fat).
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KAMPONG
GLAM &
LITTLE INDIA
J
A for Arbite HHHH
Fusion. #01-01, 28 Aliwal St., 8321-2252, www.arbite.com.sg.
Open Tue-Fri 11:30am-11pm; Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 9am-9pm. $$
An ofshoot of Serangoon Gardens European eatery Arbite, this
second project by chef-proprietor Mark Wee in Kampong Glam
ofers experimental fusion plates as well as Belgian craft brews
including Palm and Steenbrugge Double Brownwhich are
exclusive to the venue. Te food menu comes with handy dandy
little icons suggesting beers or teas to pair with each dish too.
Cocotte HHHH
French. 1/F, Wanderlust, 2
Dickson Rd., 6298-1188,
www.restaurantcocotte.com.
Open Sun-Tu noon-2:30pm;
daily 6-10pm; Fri-Sun noon-
3pm; Sat 6:30-11pm. $$
An unpretentious though
still quite high-end dining
destination, with an attractive
lounge bar (give or take the
rather uncomfortable metallic
stools). Tis French restaurant/
bar combines rustic chic with
stripped-down industrial dcor.
Tankfully, the food is free of
such fusion, and though the
ambiance is playful, the kitchen
takes their job extremely seriously.
And it shows. Cocotte promotes
a communal dining concept, so
bring along company to share
impressive starters like the pork
rillettes and chicken liver mousse,
or try the hearty stews. Te
venue also boasts an extensive
and thoughtfully selected wine
list and friendly service.
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Fortnight HHHH
Western. 78 Horne Rd., 9004-7827, www.facebook.com/
onefortnightonly. Open Tue-Sun noon-3pm, 6-9pm. $
Tucked away at the back of Windowsill Pies, this spot is a little cutesy
(a fake pine tree, miniature stage and pastel-colored Smeg refrigerators
fgure largely in the decor) but the food is a breath of fresh air in this
celeb-chef worshipping city. As the name suggests, the menu changes
every two weeks, and each edition centers around a diferent theme.
But from the color-coded Orange and Greena mix of carrots and
caramel from the salad editionto the scotch eggs with curry mayo
from the poultry round, everything weve tried here has been
thoughtful and well-balanced, showcasing a level of technical skill
rarely seen at such casual joints.
Mustard HHHH
Indian. 32 Race Course Rd., 6297-8422, www.mustardsingapore.com.
Open Sun-Fri 11:30am-3pm, 6-10:45pm; Sat 11:30am-10:45pm. $
Teres no shortage of decent Indian eateries along Racecourse Road,
and this restaurant specializing in Bengali and Punjabi cuisine is
one of its brightest stars. Occupying a modest space in the shadow
of its bigger and better known neighbors, eating here is a truly
delightful experience. Service, while good, plays second fddle to the
mouthwatering food. Youd do well to order yourself the rich and spicy
coconut prawn curry, a moreish dal tadka and kosha mansho (sauted
mutton curry). Te best mid-priced Indian establishment in town.
J
Morsels HHH
Fusion. 35 Mayo St.,
6396-6302, www.facebook.com/
morselsinsingapore. Open
Tue-Tu 6-10pm; Fri-Sat
6-10:30pm. $$
Run by Singaporean couple
and chef-owners Bryan Chia
and Petrina Loh, this 40-seater
serves up fusion recipes like their
justifably famous grilled octopus
and squid ink risotto with salted
egg sauce. Loh graduated from
Le Cordon Bleu in San Francisco,
and Chia studied at the Culinary
Institute of America so you can be
sure the chefs know their stuf.
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Symmetry HHH
Brunch, European. #01-01 9 Jalan
Kubor, 6291-9901, www.symmetry.
com.sg. Open Tue-Tu 10:30am-
11pm; Fri 10:30am-midnight; Sat
9am-midnight; Sun 9am-9pm. $$
Tucked away on a little street in
Kampong Glam, this eatery set up
by Le Cordon Bleu grad Abby Lim
is a cool space with a great brunch
menu (the eggs ben is killer). If
youre after a quiet spot for dinner,
this is a good bet too, with dishes
like quinoa salad and cranberries.
J
NOX - Dine in the Dark HHH
Modern European. 269 Beach Rd., 6298-0708,
www.noxdineinthedark.com. Open Tue-Sun 6pm-midnight. $$
Te unique concept of dining in a pitch black room, which has swept
the world, has fnally arrived in Singapore. You cant actually see the
main dining room but well-trained serversall blind or visually
impairedwill put you at ease. Te restaurants modern European fare
is cooked up by chef de cuisine Desmond Lee (Private Afairs and
Ember). And there are three courses for each meal, each comprising of
four little bowls, which you are instructed to eat in a clockwise direction.
It may seem gimmicky but a meal heres plain good funitll put your
senses to the test.
J
Toots Brasserie HHH
French. Te Sultan Hotel, 101 Jalan Sultan, 9637-3545,
www.tootsbrasserie.com. Open daily 7:30-10:30am; Mon-Sat
noon-2:30pm; Tue-Sat 6-10:30pm. $$
Te Sultan Hotels new restaurant is a 40 seat French eatery (in the
space formerly occupied by Moroccan establishment Pasha) helmed by
chef Jason Wong, who served for seven years as head chef of Bistro Petit
Salut at Holland Village. Outftted with velvety upholstered chairs,
purple chandeliers and pretty mosaic-tiled foors, the dimly lit spot
is rather romantic. Tuck into a comforting pre-show dinner of French
standards, before heading upstairs to Te Sultan Jazz Club.
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J
GRUB HHH
Western. 510 Ang Mo
Kio Ave. 1, 6459-5743,
www.grub.com.sg. Open
Tue-Sun 5:30-10:30pm;
Sat-Sun 9am-2:30pm. $
Set in Bishan Park, this
idealistic eatery ofers food
thats sustainably sourced
where possible. Te menu
comprises dishes we could eat
every dayunfussy recipes
including lots of burgers,
which you can wash down
with value-for-money craft
brews. Tey also do good
brunch on weekends.
IKYU HHHH
Japanese. 5 Yong Siak St., 6223-9003, www.ikyu.com.sg.
Open Tue-Sun 11:30am-10:30pm. $$
Outftted with industrial chic elements like exposed pipes, light bulbs,
concrete foors and black metal furnishings, IKYU certainly fts into
hip Tiong Bahru. A stylish yet casual place with restrained portions
those hipsters need to ft into their skinny jeans you knowof good,
albeit slightly overpriced food, helmed by executive chef Takuma Seki
(formerly of Marina Bay Sands Hide Yamamoto). Te menu includes
modern Japanese dishes like foie gras with pink pepper and crispy spicy
salmon rolls. For the really hungry, theres a seven-course omakase.
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Immigrants HHHH
Local, Peranakan. 467 Joo Chiat Rd., 8511-7322,
www.immigrants-gastrobar.com. Open daily 5pm-1am. $$
By veteran Damian DSilva, this laid-back gastropub has applied the small
plates concept to Eurasian and Peranakan cuisine, served up in a large chilled-
out space that houses a bar and a more homely dining room in the backthe
combination of old-fashioned wooden chairs, mosaic tiled fooring and red
brick walls easily brings to mind memories of yesteryear. In addition, DSilvas
own penchant for craft beers and whiskeys has resulted in a respectable list of
tipples that are great paired with signatures such as sambal buah keluak fried rice.
Nosh HHH
Fusion. 9 Rochester Park, 6779-4644, www.nosh.com.sg.
Open Tue-Tu 6-11pm; Sun 6-11pm; Fri-Sat 6pm-midnight;
Sat-Sun 10:30am-2:30pm. $$
A relaxed bistro ofering, in the same appealing black-and-white colonial
house that was once Krish, with a gorgeous alfresco space and a charming
upstairs dining room. Creations range from Mexican-inspired mango-
avocado-black cod ceviche to roasted pumpkin-cous cous salad to more
substantial options such as Kurobuta pork belly with sweet potato mash. Its
a great date spot, and boasts a compact cocktail list of well-executed drinks.
Kilo HHHHH
Italian, Japanese. #02-01, 66 Kampong Bugis, 6467-3987,
www. kilokitchen.com. Open Mon-Sat 6pm-midnight. $$
Te reincarnation of Raw Kitchen Bar has planted itself frmly
in Lavender, and while its farther out than wed like, therein lies
part of its charm. Stepping into this buzzing industrial space with
bare concrete foors and glass tables is a little like stepping into a
friends minimalist apartment for a dinner party. Raw items like
ceviche and Hawaiian-inspired poke still make an appearance,
while pizzas deserve a special mention. Tis not-so-hidden gem
is a rarity, possessing just the right laidback vibe and yummy food,
making it ideal for a frst date or a catch-up session with friends.
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Priv Grill HHH
American, Brunch, French. #01-01/04 Marina at Keppel Bay, 2 Keppel
Bay Vista, 6776-0777, www.prive.com.sg. Open Mon-Fri 11:30-3pm;
Mon-Sat 6:30-11:30pm. $
Tis port of call has a nice waterfront location. Its the ideal place for a
quiet meal and is particularly appealing in the evenings with a view of
the waterfront. Teir well-charred Josper-grilled steaks are succulent
and impossible to resist.
Old School Delights HHH
Local. 215M Upper Tomson Rd., 6458-4518,
www.oldschooldelights.com. Open Tue-Fri 11:30am-10:30pm;
Sat-Sun 11am-10:30pm. $
Kudos to Old School Delights for bringing back canteen favorites
and making them cool again. Tis unassuming little joint in
Tomson channels uniformed days of yesteryear, with concrete
fooring, light wooden chairs and tables, and a large chalkboard
sprawling across the main wall. Te selection of local faves such as
laksa and nasi lemak are good bets, although its the full-favored
mee siam that really stands out. A great spot with good service
and wallet-friendly prices, although it is a little out of the way.
Open Door Policy
HHHH
Western. 19 Yong Siak
St., 6221-9307,
www.odpsingapore.com.
Open Wed-Sun noon-3pm,
6-10:30pm; Mon noon-3pm,
6-10:30pm; Sat-Sun 11-3:30pm. $$$
Chef-owner Ryan Clift puts out
consistently excellent dishes like jamon
iberico croque monsieur and tuna tartare
with soy and yuzu dressing at this
industrial chic restuarant. Teres also a
great dedicated cofee bar and enthusiastic,
informed service that makes the venue
somewhere youd be happy to hang out,
both before and after youre done eating.
Ananda Bhavan
Restaurant
Terminal 2, Level 3
Vegetarian & 24 Hours
This branch of Singapores oldest
vegetarian restaurant serves a
splendid selection of South and
North Indian dishes, as well as
Indian-Chinese cuisine. Nosh
on a mouth-watering array of
Chaat (Indian snacks), Thosai,
Prata, Appam and delectable
oferings from the tandoor. Besides
authentic favors, Ananda Bhavan
is also committed to serving
healthful fare. That means
no MSG, preservatives
and additives in any
of its dishes.
Cofee & Toast
Terminal 1, Level 2
24 Hours
What started as a
simple caf serving
traditional breakfasts for
busy working executives has since
evolved to become a popular
caf that serves an all-day dining
menu of local favourites like
Kaya Butter Toast, Curry Chicken,
Chicken Rendang, Nasi Lemak,
Laksa and Mee Siam. Of course you
can still indulge in that uniquely
Singaporean version of cofee
and toast here, on top of a menu
of delicious local drinks that will
quench any thirst.
Central Thai
Terminal 2, Level 3
Halal
Get your fx of authentic Thai street
fare, with all your favorite dishes
under one roof. Theres Phad
Thai, Stir-Fried Black Pepper
Beef and tongue-singeing
Steamed Seafood with
Garlic, Chilli and Lime
Sauce that are sure to
hit the spot. Hot, sour,
salty and sweet Central
Thais irresistible dishes all
pack a delicious, zesty punch.
Penang Culture
Terminal 2, Level 3
Halal
Penang, Malaysia is a culinary
mecca for delicious hawker food.
Penang Culture brings Penangs
most famous hawker dishes under
one roof. It serves reasonably
priced, authentic, Penang food
in a comfortable and nostalgic
setting, so diners can take a slice
of Penang home with them after
each experience.
PastaMania
Terminal 3, Basement 2
24 Hours & Halal
PastaMania seeks to bring great
tasting Italian cuisine at everyday
prices. To date, it has served over
17 million plates of pasta and is
one of Singapores largest and
quickest growing chains of casual
dining restaurants. Signature
dishes include Creamy Chicken,
Cheesy Crumble, Turkey Bacon,
Marinara and Hawaiian.
SI NGAPORE CHANGI AI RPORT SPECI AL
CHANGI AIRPORT PUBLIC AREAS
(BEFORE DEPARTURE IMMIGRATION)
Enjoy the wide variety of international cuisines from
more than 120 F&B outlets at Changi Airport that will
satisfy every taste and craving.
Tasty
Touchdown
Penang Ice Kacang -
Penang Culture
Marinara - PastaMania
Kaya Butter
Toast Coffee
& Toast
SI NGAPORE CHANGI AI RPORT SPECI AL
Hard Rock Cafe
Terminal 3, Level 2
With 80 seats for dine-in guests,
Hard Rock Cafe has an extensive
menu ranging from classic
American menu items and
taste-tempting beverages, to city
specifc merchandise. All-American
breakfast sets and a kids' menu
for travellers and their families are
also available. The Rock Shop has
a special range of limited edition
merchandize for guests to purchase
mementos.
OLearys Sportsbar & Grill
Terminal 2, Level 2
24 Hours
This casual, cozy bar-restaurant
is decked out in an all-American
sporty interior and boasts a hearty
selection of Western mains, sets
and desserts. Enjoy live music on
selected days.
Peach Garden Noodle
House
Terminal 1, Level 3
24 Hours
A casual dining restaurant, Peach
Garden Noodle House is a charming
eatery with the aim of making
every meal simply satisfying for our
guests. Choose from freshly made
dim sum delights, noodles, fried
rice, Chefs recommendations and
set menus, to popular dessert items.
Tempt and indulge your curious
taste buds today!
Tai Hing
Terminal 2, Level 2
24 Hours
From a small fast-food eatery
serving siu-mei (roast food),
Tai Hing Roast has grown into
a restaurant chain with over 30
shops all around Hong Kong and
Shenzhen, including Tai Hing
Roast Restaurant and Tai Hing New
Century. Be surprised by elements
of modern dining fused with the
essence of traditional cuisine, and
enjoy their signature roasts as well
as milk tea, Western dishes and
Chinese specialties.
The Green Market
Terminal 2, Level 3
Designed for the hip and health
conscious traveller, The Green
Market is a modern, casual
Japanese restaurant serving up
value for money all-day set menus
as well as a la carte breakfast and
afternoon tea items. Not to be
missed are all-you-can-eat salad
and appetizer bufet, and signature
chocolate fan dessert. For groups
of hurried travellers, pack-and-go
meals are the perfect complement
to your busy schedule.
Visit changiairport.com for a full
listing of F&B outlets.
CHANGI AIRPORT TRANSIT AREAS
(AFTER DEPARTURE IMMIGRATION)
Phad Si Ew Talay -
Central Thai
Sam Pan Congee with
Century Egg - Tai Hing
Fajitas - Hard Rock Cafe
Deep Fried MudCarp Balls -
Peach Garden Noodle House
Chicken Cutlet - OLearys
Sportsbar & Grill
78 Top Tables 2014
index
&MADE ......................... 10
#01-04 to 06 Pacifc Plaza, 9
Scotts Rd., 6690-7566.
10 AT CLAYMORE ......... 10
G/F, Pan Pacifc Hotel, 10
Claymore Rd., 6831-6686.
A
A FOR ARBITE .............. 70
#01-01 28 Aliwal St., 8321-2252.
ALKAFF MANSION
RISTORANTE ............... 66
10 Telok Blangah Green, 6510-3068.
ARTICHOKE CAF +
BAR ................................ 7
Sculpture Square, 161 Middle
Rd., 6336-6949.
B
BACCHANALIA ............. 17
23A Coleman St., 6509-1453.
BALZAC BRASSERIE .... 17
#01-01 Rendezvous Gallery,
Rendezvous Hotel, 9 Bras Basah
Rd., 6336-0797.
BAR-ROQUE GRILL ...... 44
#01-00 Amara Hotel, 165
Tanjong Pagar Rd., 6444-9672.
BARTINI KITCHEN ...... 48
29 Boon Tat St., 6220-0629.
BASILICO ...................... 58
2/F, Te Regent Singapore,
6725-3232.
BEDROCK BAR &
GRILL ............................. 8
#01-05 Pan Pacifc Serviced
Suites, 96 Somerset Rd.
BINOMIO ....................... 8
#01-02 Craig Place, 20 Craig Rd.,
6557-0547.
BISTECCA TUSCAN
STEAKHOUSE ............... 51
25 Mohamed Sultan Rd.,
6735-6739.
BISTRO SOORI ............. 35
2 Teck Lim Rd., 6438-3802.
THE BLACK SWAN ........ 22
19 Cecil St., 8181-3305.

By Al phabet BLU KOUZINA ............... 64
893 Bukit Timah Rd.,
6875-0872.
BOCHINCHE ................ 51
#02-01, 22 Martin Rd., 6235-4990.
BRASSERIE
GAVROCHE .................. 44
66 Tras St., 6225-8266.
BROTH .......................... 32
21 Duxton Hill, 6323-3353.
BULL & BUTCHER ........ 11
#01-32/33/35 Plaza Singapura,
68 Orchard Rd., 6338-3820.
BUONA TERRA.............. 11
Chateau Tcc, 29A Scotts Rd., 6733-
0209.
BURLAMACCO
RISTORANTE ............... 48
77A Amoy St., 6220-1763.
BURNT ENDS ................ 35
20 Teck Lim Rd., 6224-3933.
BUYAN RUSSIAN
RESTAURANT & CAVIAR
BAR ............................... 32
9/10 Duxton Hill, 6223-7008.
C
CASSIA ......................... 66
G/F, Capella Singapore, 1 Te Knolls,
6591-5045.
CATALUNYA .................. 22
Te Fullerton Pavilion, 82 Collyer
Quay, 6534-0886.
CHERRY GARDEN ........ 23
Mandarin Oriental Singapore, 5
Rafes Ave., 6885-3538.
CHOPSUEY CAFE ......... 58
#01-23, 10 Dempsey Rd., 9224-6611.
COCOTTE ..................... 70
1/F, Wanderlust, 2 Dickson Rd.,
6298-1188.
COMMUNAL ................. 52
#01-01 12 North Canal Rd.,
6221-7790.
CORIANDER LEAF ....... 52
#02-03 Blk. A Clarke Quay, 3 River
Valley Rd., 6732-3354.
CRYSTAL JADE GOLDEN
PALACE ......................... 11
#05-22/24 Paragon, 290 Orchard Rd.,
6734-6866.
CUISINE MASTER
HOTPOT ....................... 53
68 Boat Quay, 6438-9979.

CUT ................................ 6
#B1-71 Galleria Level, Te Shoppes
at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront
Ave., 6688-8517.
D
DB BISTRO MODERNE 23
#B1-48 Galleria Level, Te Shoppes
at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront
Ave., 6688-8525.
DING DONG ................. 40
23 Ann Siang Rd., 6557-0189.
THE DISGRUNTLED
CHEF ............................. 59
26B Dempsey Rd., 6476-5305.
DON QUIJOTE .............. 59
#01-02 7 Dempsey Rd., 6476-2811.
E
EDGE ............................ 24
3/F, Pan Pacifc Singapore, 7 Rafes
Blvd., 6826-8240.
EL ROCHOS ................. 53
36 Circular Rd., 6438-7879.
ENTRE-NOUS
CREPERIE ..................... 18
#01-01, 27 Seah St., 6333-4671.
ESQUINA ....................... 38
16 Jiak Chuan Rd., 6222-1616.
F
FAT COW ....................... 59
#01-01/02 Camden Medical Centre, 1
Orchard Blvd., 6735-0308.
FLEUR DE SEL .............. 46
#01-01, 64 Tras St., 6222-6861.
FORDHAM & GRAND ... 33
43 Craig Rd., 6221-3088.
FORLINO ...................... 24
#02-06 One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton
Rd., 6877-6995.
FOLKS COLLECTIVE .... 24
#01-25 China Square Central, 20
Cross St., 6536-6739.
FORTNIGHT ................. 71
78 Horne Rd., 9004-7827.
G
GARIBALDI ITALIAN
RESTAURANT & BAR .... 18
#01-02 Talib Centre, 36 Purvis St.,
6837-1468.
GRUB ............................. 73
510 Ang Mo Kio Ave. 1, 6459-5743.
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GUY SAVOY ................... 25
#02-01 Marina Bay Sands, 10
Bayfront Ave., 6688-8513.
H
HAI DI LAO ................... 53
#02-04 Blk. D Clarke Quay, 3
River Valley Rd., 6337-8626.
HAN ............................... 19
#01-04 Odeon Towers, 331
North Bridge Rd., 6336-2466.
THE HALIA ................... 60
Ginger Garden, Singapore
Botanic Gardens, 1 Cluny Rd.,
6476-6711.
HASHIDA SUSHI ........... 12
#02-37 Mandarin Gallery, 333A
Orchard Rd., 6733-2114.
I
IGGYS ........................... 12
3/F, Hilton Singapore, 581
Orchard Rd., 6732-2234.
IKYU .............................. 73
5 Yong Siak St., 6223-9003.
INITALY BAR
RISTORANTE ............... 33
38 Craig Rd., 6423-0918.
IMMIGRANTS ............... 74
467 Joo Chiat Rd., 8511-7322.
IMPERIAL TREASURE
SHANGHAI CUISINE .... 13
#04-22 Ngee Ann City, 391
Orchard Rd., 6836-6909.
IPPUDO SG ................... 12
#04-02 Mandarin Gallery, 333A
Orchard Rd., 6235-2797.
ITO-KACHO .................. 13
#04-08, 333A Orchard Rd.,
6836-0111.
IZY ................................. 40
27 Club St., 6220-3327.
J
JAAN ............................... 6
70/F, Equinox Complex,
Swisstel Te Stamford, 2
Stamford Rd., 6837-3322.
JAMIES ITALIAN .......... 67
#01-165/167 1 HarbourFront
Walk, 6733-5500.
JAPANESE BBQ
YAKINIKU YAZAWA ...... 54
#01-01 Robertson Walk, 11
Unity St., 6235-2941.

JIANG-NAN CHUN ........ 61
Four Seasons Hotel, 190 Orchard
Blvd., 6831-7220.
JOL ROBUCHON
RESTAURANT ................ 7
Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa
Gateway, 6577-7888.
K
KAIXO ........................... 33
96 Tanjong Pagar Rd., 6225-
0545.
KHA ............................... 54
Martin No. 38, 38 Martin Rd.,
6476-9000.
KILO .............................. 74
#02-01, 66 Kampong Bugis,
6467-3987.
KI-SHO .......................... 13
Chateau Tcc, 29 Scotts Rd.,
6733-5251.
KU D TA ....................... 25
57/F, Sands SkyPark, Marina
Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave.,
6688-7688.
L
LA CANTINE ................. 26
#01-01 Asia Square Tower 1, 8
Marina View, 6690-7567.
LATELIER DE JOL
ROBUCHON .................. 67
Resorts World Sentosa, Hotel
Michael, 8 Sentosa Gateway,
6577-8888.
LE BISTROT DU
SOMMELIER .................. 7
53 Armenian St., 6333-1982.
LENTRECTE .............. 34
36 Duxton Hill, 6690-7561.
LE RESTAURANT AND
ASIAN TAPAS BAR ......... 26
#02-314 Suntec Convention
& Exhibition Centre, Suntec
City Mall, 3 Temasek Blvd.,
6338-8775.
LES AMIS....................... 14
#02-16 Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts
Rd., 6733-2225.
LIME HOUSE ................ 38
2 Jiak Chuan Rd., 6222-3130.
LOLLA ........................... 41
22 Ann Siang Rd., 6423-1228.
LP+TETSU ..................... 61
#03-18 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin
Rd., 6836-3112.

LUCHA LOCO ............... 34
15 Duxton Hill, 6226-3938.
LUKES OYSTER BAR &
CHOP HOUSE ............... 41
20 Gemmill Lane, 6221-4468.
M
MAJESTIC BAY SEAFOOD
RESTAURANT ............... 26
#01-10 Flower Dome, Gardens
by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens
Dr., 6604-6604.
MAJESTIC
RESTAURANT ............... 42
New Majestic Hotel, 31-37 Bukit
Pasoh Rd., 6511-4718.
THE MARKET GRILL ... 49
208 Telok Ayer St., 6221-3323.
MIN JIANG .................... 14
G/F, Goodwood Park Hotel, 22
Scotts Rd., 6730-1704.
MIKUNI ......................... 19
3/F, Fairmont Singapore, 80 Bras
Basah Rd., 6431-6156.
MOOSEHEAD ............... 50
110 Telok Ayer St., 6636-8055.
MORSELS ...................... 71
35 Mayo St., 6396-6302.
MORTONS OF
CHICAGO, THE
STEAKHOUSE ............... 27
4/F, Mandarin Oriental,
Singapore, 5 Rafes Ave.,
6339-3740.
MUSTARD ..................... 71
32 Race Course Rd., 6297-8422.
MY LITTLE SPANISH
PLACE ........................... 64
619 Bukit Timah Rd.,
6463-2810.
N
THE NAKED FINN ......... 8
41 Malan Rd., 6694-0807.
NICOLAS LE
RESTAURANT ............... 38
10 Teck Lim Rd., 6224-2404.
NOSH ............................ 74
9 Rochester Park, 6779-4644.
NOTI ............................. 41
54 Club St., 6222-0089.
NOX - DINE IN THE
DARK ............................. 72
269 Beach Rd., 6298-0708.

80 Top Tables 2014
O
OCF ............................... 19
#02-02 Te Arts House, 1 Old
Parliament Lane, 6333-9312.
OLA COCINA DEL
MAR............................... 27
#01-06 Marina Bay Financial
Centre Tower 3, 12 Marina Blvd.,
6604-7050.
OLD SCHOOL
DELIGHTS .................... 75
215M Upper Tomson Rd.,
6458-4518.
OPEN DOOR POLICY ... 75
19 Yong Siak St., 6221-9307.
OSIA .............................. 68
#02-140/141 Crockfords Tower
(FestiveWalk), 8 Sentosa Gateway,
6577-6560.
OTTO LOCANDA .......... 50
#01-03, 32 Maxwell Rd.,
6224-0978.
P
PATARA FINE THAI
CUISINE ........................ 62
#03-14 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin
Rd., 6737-0818.
THE PELICAN SEAFOOD
BAR & GRILL ................ 28
#01-01 One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton
Rd., 6438-0400.
PEPENERO .................... 50
14 Stanley St., 6222-5808.
PIDGIN KITCHEN &
BAR ............................... 62
#01-04, 7 Dempsey Rd., 6475-0080.
POLLEN ........................ 28
#01-09 Flower Dome, Gardens by
the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Dr.,
6604-9988.
PRIV GRILL ................ 75
#01-01/04 Marina at Keppel Bay, 2
Keppel Bay Vista, 6776-0777.
PROVENCE LE
RESTAURANT ............... 39
31 Keong Saik Rd., 6224-9141.
PUNJAB GRILL BY JIGGS
KALRA ............................ 7
#B1-01A Te Shoppes at Marina
Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave.,
6688-7395.
R
RESTAURANT ANDRE .. 43
41 Bukit Pasoh Rd., 6534-8880.
RESTAURANT
EMBER .......................... 39
G/F, Hotel 1929, 50 Keong Saik
Rd., 6347-1928.
S
SABIO TAPAS BAR &
RESTAURANT ............... 34
5 Duxton Hill, 6690-7562.
SAINT PIERRE .............. 68
#01-15 Quayside Isle, 31 Ocean
Way (Sentosa Cove), 6438-0887.
SALTA ............................ 46
#01-56/57 Icon Village, 12 Gopeng
St., 6225-8443.
SALT GRILL .................. 14
55/F, ION Orchard, 2 Orchard
Turn, 6592-5118.
SALT TAPAS & BAR ....... 20
#01-22A Rafes City Shopping
Centre, 252 North Bridge Rd.,
6837-0995.
SAVEUR ......................... 20
#01-04, 5 Purvis St., 6333-3121.
SENSO RISTORANTE &
BAR ............................... 42
21 Club St., 6224-3534.
SHELTER IN THE
WOODS ......................... 65
22 Greenwood Ave., 6466-6225.
SHOEBOX CANTEEN .... 55
36 North Canal Rd., 9296-4836.
SKIRT ............................ 69
W Singapore Sentosa Cove, 21
Ocean Way (Sentosa Cove),
6808-7278.
SKYVE............................ 65
#01-17 Blk E, 10 Winstedt Rd.,
6225-6690.
THE SONG OF INDIA ... 15
33 Scotts Rd., 6836-0055.
SOPRA CUCINA &
BAR ............................... 15
#01-02 Pan Pacifc Orchard, 10
Claymore Rd., 6737-3253.
SPRUCE ......................... 62
320 Tanglin Rd., 6836-5528.
STELLAR AT
1-ALTITUDE ................. 29
62/F One Rafes Place, OUB
Centre, 1 Rafes Place, 6438-0410
SUSHI ICHI ................... 16
#02-02 Scotts Square, 6 Scotts Rd.,
6299-0014.
SYMMETRY ................... 72
#01-01, 9 Jalan Kubor, 6291-9901.
T
TAMASHII
ROBATAYA .................... 55
#02-01, 12 North Canal Rd., 6222-0316.
TAMARIND HILL .......... 69
30 Labrador Villa Rd., 6278-6364.
TANDOOR..................... 16
B1/F, Holiday Inn Singapore
Orchard City Centre, 11 Cavenagh
Rd., 6730-0153.
TARATATA BISTROT .... 39
35A Keong Saik Rd., 6221-4506.
TIPPLING CLUB ........... 47
34, 36 and 38 Tanjong Pagar Rd.,
6475-2217.
TONKOTSU KING ......... 47
#01-19 Orchid Hotel, 1 Tras Link,
6636-0855.
TOOTS BRASSERIE ...... 72
Te Sultan Hotel, 101 Jalan Sultan,
9637-3545.
V
VIOLET OONS
KITCHEN ...................... 65
881 Bukit Timah Rd., 6468-5430.
W
WAH LOK CANTONESE
RESTAURANT ............... 21
2/F, Carlton Hotel, 76 Bras Basah
Rd., 6311-8188.
WAKU GHIN ................... 6
#02-02 Casino level, Marina Bay
Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8507.
WAN HAO CHINESE
RESTAURANT ............... 16
3/F, Singapore Marriott Hotel, 320
Orchard Rd., 6831-4615.
THE WHITE RABBIT .... 63
39C Harding Rd., 6473-9965.
WOOLOOMOOLOO
STEAKHOUSE ............... 21
3/F, Swisstel Te Stamford,
Singapore, 2 Stamford Rd.,
6338-0261.
Y
YAN TING ...................... 63
1/F, Te St Regis Singapore, 29
Tanglin Rd., 6506-6887.
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AMERICAN
BEDROCK BAR & GRILL ............. 8
COMMUNAL ............................... 52
CUT ............................................... 6
FORDHAM & GRAND ................ 33
LUKES OYSTER BAR &
CHOP HOUSE ............................. 41
THE MARKET GRILL ................. 49
MORTONS OF CHICAGO THE
STEAKHOUSE ............................ 27
THE PELICAN SEAFOOD
BAR & GRILL .............................. 28
ARGENTINE
BOCHINCHE .............................. 51
SALTA .......................................... 46
ASIAN
CORIANDER LEAF ..................... 52
DING DONG ............................... 40
KU D TA ..................................... 25
AUSTRALIAN
BROTH ........................................ 32
OSIA ............................................ 68
SALT GRILL ................................ 14
Caribbean
LIME HOUSE .............................. 38
CHINESE
CASSIA ........................................ 66
CHERRY GARDEN ...................... 23
CHOPSUEY CAF ....................... 58
CRYSTAL JADE
GOLDEN PALACE ...................... 11
CUISINE MASTER
HOTPOT ..................................... 53
HAI DI LAO ................................. 53
IMPERIAL TREASURE
SHANGHAI CUISINE ................. 13
JIANG-NAN CHUN ..................... 61
LE RESTAURANT AND
ASIAN TAPAS BAR ...................... 26
MAJESTIC BAY SEAFOOD ......... 26
MAJESTIC RESTAURANT .......... 42
MIN JIANG .................................. 14
WAH LOK CANTONESE
RESTAURANT ............................. 21
WAN HAO CHINESE
RESTAURANT ............................. 16
YAN TING ................................... 63
EUROPEAN
10 AT CLAYMORE ....................... 10
BACCHANALIA .......................... 17
BISTRO SOORI ........................... 35
THE BLACK SWAN ..................... 22
THE DISGRUNTLED
CHEF ........................................... 59
THE HALIA ................................. 60
IGGYS ........................................ 12
NOXDINE IN THE DARK .......... 72
OCF ............................................. 19
POLLEN ...................................... 28
index
RESTAURANT EMBER ............... 39
SKYVE ......................................... 65
STELLAR AT 1-ALTITUDE ......... 29
TIPPLING CLUB ......................... 47
THE WHITE RABBIT ................. 63
FRENCH
BALZAC BRASSERIE .................. 17
BRASSERIE GAVROCHE ............ 44
BAR-ROQUE GRILL ................... 44
COCOTTE .................................. 70
DB BISTRO MODERNE .............. 23
ENTRE-NOUS CREPERIE .......... 18
FLEUR DE SEL ............................ 46
GUY SAVOY ................................. 25
JAAN .............................................. 6
JOL ROBUCHON
RESTAURANT ............................... 7
LATELIER DE JOL
ROBUCHON ............................... 67
LA CANTINE .............................. 26
LE BISTROT DU SOMMELIER .... 7
LENTRECTE ........................... 34
LES AMIS .................................... 14
LP+TETSU ................................... 61
NICOLAS LE RESTAURANT ....... 38
PROVENCE LE RESTAURANT ... 39
RESTAURANT ANDRE ............... 43
SAINT PIERRE............................ 68
SAVEUR ....................................... 20
SHELTER IN THE WOODS ........ 65
TARATATA BISTROT .................. 39
TOOTS BRASSERIE ................... 72
FUSION
A FOR ARBITE ............................ 70
KILO............................................ 74
MORSELS.................................... 71
THE NAKED FINN ........................ 8
NOSH .......................................... 74
GREEK
BLU KOUZINA ............................ 64
INDIAN
MUSTARD ................................... 71
PUNJAB GRILL BY JIGGS
KALRA ........................................... 7
THE SONG OF INDIA ................ 15
TANDOOR .................................. 16
INTERNATIONAL
EDGE .......................................... 24
ITALIAN
ALKAFF MANSION
RISTORANTE ............................. 66
BASILICO ................................... 58
BISTECCA TUSCAN
STEAKHOUSE ............................ 51
BUONA TERRA ........................... 11
BURLAMACCO RISTORANTE ... 48
FORLINO .................................... 24
GARIBALDI ITALIAN
RESTAURANT & BAR ................. 18
INITALY BAR RISTORANTE ...... 33
JAMIES ITALIAN ....................... 67
NOTI ........................................... 41
OTTO LOCANDA ....................... 50
PEPENERO ................................. 50
SENSO RISTORANTE & BAR ..... 42
SOPRA CUCINA & BAR .............. 15
JAPANESE
FAT COW............................... 59
HAN....................................... 19
HASHIDA SUSHI .................. 12
IKYU ...................................... 73
IPPUDO SG ........................... 12
ITO-KACHO ......................... 13
IZY ......................................... 40
JAPANESE BBQ YAKINIKU
YAZAWA ................................ 54
KI-SHO ................................. 13
MIKUNI ................................. 19
SUSHI ICHI ........................... 16
TAMASHII ROBATAYA ......... 55
TONKOTSU KING ................ 47
WAKU GHIN ........................... 6
MEDITERRANEAN
LOLLA ................................... 41
MOOSEHEAD ....................... 50
MEXICAN
LUCHA LOCO ....................... 34
MIDDLE EASTERN
ARTICHOKE CAF + BAR ...... 7
PERANAKAN
IMMIGRANTS ...................... 74
VIOLET OONS KITCHEN ... 65
RUSSIAN
BUYAN RUSSIAN HAUTE
CUISINE & CAVIAR BAR ...... 32
SINGAPOREAN
OLD SCHOOL DELIGHTS ... 75
PIDGIN KITCHEN & BAR .... 62
SPANISH
BINOMIO................................ 8
CATALUNYA .......................... 22
DON QUIJOTE ...................... 59
EL ROCHOS ......................... 53
ESQUINA .............................. 38
KAIXO ................................... 33
MY LITTLE SPANISH PLACE 64
OLA COCINA DEL MAR ....... 27
SABIO TAPAS BAR &
RESTAURANT ....................... 34
SALT TAPAS & BAR ............... 20
THAI
FOLKS COLLECTIVE ........... 24
KHA ....................................... 54
PATARA FINE THAI
CUISINE ................................ 62
TAMARIND HILL ................. 69
WESTERN
&MADE ................................. 10
BARTINI KITCHEN .............. 48
BULL & BUTCHER ............... 11
BURNT ENDS ........................ 35
FORTNIGHT ........................ 71
GRUB..................................... 73
OPEN DOOR POLICY ........... 75
PRIV GRILL ........................ 75
SHOEBOX CANTEEN ........... 55
SKIRT .................................... 69
SPRUCE ................................. 62
SYMMETRY ........................... 72
WOOLOOMOOLOO
STEAKHOUSE ...................... 21
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