Adira Chow

There’s a reason Singapore remains one of the cocktail capitals of Asia, if not the world. Yes, we have to acknowledge that the F&B industry is feeling the squeeze with rising rents, manpower shortages and inflation pushing the average cocktail north of $25. But the Singapore drinker has a refined palate, and the drinks here are absolutely world-class and well worth the pretty penny. Throw that penny in almost any direction and you’ll land at a solid bar. But since you’re here on Time Out, let us help. This is our constantly updated list of the best bars in Singapore right now – the places we’re drinking at, talking about, and recommending to our friends. You’ll find classy cocktail bars with excellent drinks (and food), trendy listening lounges, natural wine hangouts and divey beer joints. September 2025 update: New names to know include Hup San Social Club, a Club Street hideaway where Korean flavours meet creative cocktaiks and Bar Somma, which has one of Singapore’s best dirty martinis (with free tripe paninis, no less). Old favourites like Jigger & Pony and Native continue to prove their staying power, while Side Door, Offtrack and Fura keep things fresh, fun and future-facing. Now go forth and drink. For more bar recommendations, check out these wine bars stocked with quality vino, speakeasies hidden behind unmarked doors, whisky dens, craft beer breweries and many more.  Find out more about how Time Out makes recommendations and reviews restaurants.

Orchard Road isn’t just about retail therapy and five-star hotels, it’s also home to some of Singapore’s most stylish and inventive drinking dens. Whether you’re craving a perfectly stirred martini, an avant-garde cocktail inspired by Japanese flavours, or a speakeasy experience tucked discreetly behind sliding doors, you’ll find it all along Singapore’s most famous shopping belt. Many of the city’s top hotels house destination bars that rival the best in the world, and you’ll also find indie concepts pushing boundaries with bold ideas and eccentric charm. This guide highlights the places worth dressing up for, from sleek hotel bars dripping with old-world glamour to cosy Japanese-inspired hideaways where omotenashi is at the heart of every pour. And if you’re looking for a slightly more relaxed evening, you’re just a short stroll or cab ride away from New Bahru in River Valley – a buzzing lifestyle enclave where natural wines, craft cocktails, and quirky concepts are the order of the night. Updated August 2025: Orchard’s drinking scene keeps evolving. This month, we’ve spotlighted a mix of stalwart institutions like Manhattan and Origin Bar alongside new-wave favourites at New Bahru. Whether you’re after barrel-aged classics, manga-inspired highballs, or immersive theatrical drinking, Orchard offers more than enough to keep your nights out exciting. Find out how we curate and review at Time Out

From family-friendly outdoor parties to indie music festivals, Singapore is buzzing with fun this week. Stock up on outdoor essentials at The Outdoor Fair, browse quirky SG-themed finds at Quan Shui Wet Market’s SG60 Bazaar, or bring the little ones along for a day out at the 16 Dempsey Bloc Party. And if food is your love language, the Thai Supermarket is serving up new stalls and SG60-exclusive treats you won’t want to miss. Here are the best things to do in Singapore this week. RECOMMENDED: The 101 best things to do in Singapore and New attractions in Singapore in 2025    

August 2025: The dining scene in Singapore is always buzzing, and at Time Out, we're dedicated to uncovering the very best of it – right here, right now. This updated list brings together fresh, exciting dining concepts that have debuted in 2025, alongside beloved F&B classics and underrated spots we swear by. Welcome to the Time Out Eat List, a compilation of the 50 finest restaurants in Singapore, carefully handpicked and curated by our expert local editors. From innovative restaurants by acclaimed chefs to humble local haunts that deserve way more love, these are the dining destinations in Singapore that you’ve got to visit at least once in your life.  RECOMMENDED: Narrowing down the 50 best restaurants in Singapore is by no means an easy feat, which is why we also have separate lists for the best Japanese, Italian, Chinese and restaurants on the island – among many others. Also check out these roundups of our favourite hawker centres and cheap eats if you’re after a wallet-friendly meal. Find out more about how Time Out makes recommendations and reviews restaurants. Discover, book, and save at hundreds of restaurants with Grab Dine Out. Enjoy exclusive discounts, use dining vouchers, and make instant reservations, all in the Grab app. Explore Grab Dine Out now.

Brunch has earned its place as a weekend ritual we all look forward to. There’s nothing quite like clocking in a few more hours of sleep and then waking up to enjoy a leisurely meal that combines the best of breakfast and lunch. Whether you’re craving classic eggs on toast, indulgent ricotta pancakes, a gourmet sandwich, or a vibrant plant-based bowl, our diverse brunch scene has something to satisfy every craving and diet.  What makes brunch in Singapore so special? It’s the way local and international influences find themselves blended effortlessly into menus, and how there are tons of options depending on the occasion – from elegant restaurants in the city to casual neighbourhood digs. In this list, we’ve narrowed down some of our favourites, including recent haunts and places we’ve been loyal fans of for years. Expect freshly baked goods, solid coffee, and dishes that go beyond the ordinary.  RECOMMENDED: The 50 best cafés in Singapore and The best brunch buffets in Singapore Discover, book, and save at hundreds of restaurants with Grab Dine Out. Enjoy exclusive discounts, use dining vouchers, and make instant reservations, all in the Grab app. Explore Grab Dine Out now.

Chinese cuisine in Singapore is rooted in centuries of tradition and shaped by local tastes, regional dialects, and global techniques. Whether it’s a sumptuous Cantonese feast at a Michelin-starred restaurant or a heritage Hakka meal in a family-run eatery, there’s a depth of flavour and cultural history to be found in every bowl and bite. We’ve handpicked these spots for their consistency, creativity, and commitment to tradition, with menus that span refined creations to deeply comforting classics. Expect seafood-rich claypot stews, expertly roasted meats, impressive abalone dishes, and some of the best dim sum in town. July 2025: This latest refresh includes new seasonal menus at Summer Palace and Man Fu Yuan, a deeper spotlight on heritage at Plum Village and Spring Court, and the elegant return of Teochew cuisine at Tien Court. Whether you’re craving luxury or looking for soulful, nostalgic fare, these picks represent the very best of Chinese dining in Singapore. RECOMMENDED: The best traditional Chinese dialect restaurants in Singapore and The best modern Chinese restaurants in Singapore Discover, book, and save at hundreds of restaurants with Grab Dine Out. Enjoy exclusive discounts, use dining vouchers, and make instant reservations, all in the Grab app. Explore Grab Dine Out now.

Grilled meats, salads, flatbreads, spices, hummus, grains and legumes. These are quintessential elements of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. And while it's often hard to distinguish where one ends and the other begins, we can all concur that you can't ever go wrong with either. If you're craving the vibrancy and textures that these cuisines have to offer, here's our guide on where to dine for outstanding Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food in Singapore. RECOMMENDED: The best Peruvian restaurants in Singapore and The best Greek restaurants in Singapore

Singapore’s dining scene moves at breakneck speed – some 300 or so new restaurants open each month. That’s nearly 10 a day. Let that sink in for a bit. Even for a city that’s already one of the world’s best for food, that number is still on all accounts, quite staggering.  With so many new spots popping up, we’re on a mission to track down the tastiest, most innovative, and value-for-money spots in town. Whether it’s your favourite chef making waves with a fresh concept, or a new but undiscovered restaurant that deserves some time in the spotlight, our nifty list has got it all. Without further ado, here are the best new restaurants in Singapore to visit this year – all tried, tested, and approved by the Time Out team. RECOMMENDED: The 50 best restaurants in Singapore you must try  Discover, book, and save at hundreds of restaurants with Grab Dine Out. Enjoy exclusive discounts, use dining vouchers, and make instant reservations, all in the Grab app. Explore Grab Dine Out now.

Punggol just got a lot cooler with a brand new hawker centre to its name. Punggol Coast Hawker Centre is the latest addition to Singapore's ever-growing hawker scene, and it's already drawing a steady crowd. The 600-seater food centre is breezy and spacious, and not to mention, parked right next to the new Punggol Coast Mall and MRT. It's also conveniently connected to Punggol Digital District, making it a no-brainer for quick and easy lunches around the area. To its credit, it's got plenty of food stalls – 40 to be exact – that warrant a trip down to the far North-East too. Think Michelin-studded names, old-school favourites, and even stalls by young hawkers selling creative takes on traditional snacks like curry puff and min jiang kueh. Here are 10 must-try stalls to check out on your next visit. RECOMMENDED: The best hawker centres in Singapore View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out Singapore (@timeoutsg)

Sure, home-cooked dinners are great but if you've got an upcoming party for ten and more, leave it to the pros and get some catering pronto. There's no mess, your guests are happy, and you get to enjoy the food in peace. From pretty charcuterie and cheese platters to laksa live stations, here's who to call for your next big bash.  RECOMMENDED: The best communal dining restaurants for big groups and the best buffets in Singapore

Good Peranakan food is notoriously difficult to find in Singapore, even with a food scene that’s as dense and history-rich as ours. On the bright side, we are recently seeing a mini resurgence in the cuisine, especially with local drama programmes like The Little Nyonya and Emerald Hill helping to spark interest and curiosity in Peranakan food once again. Fun fact: Did you know that Singapore is home to the world’s first and currently only Michelin-starred Peranakan restaurant?  So yes, there are stll a handful of restaurants keeping the Peranakan culture alive, and they range from old-school eateries serving traditional and honest-to-goodness Nyonya delicacies, to modern restaurants putting out inventive takes on classic dishes. You’ll come across both in this nifty list that we’ve put together. In some cases, you might even find yourself dining in someone’s home – it doesn’t get more authentic than that. Here are the best places in Singapore to feast on a Peranakan spread, where you’ll be leaving with your bellies – and hearts – full. August 2025: Since our last roundup, we’ve reordered some of our favourites, bumping restaurants like Pangium and Bonding Kitchen up to top spots. We’ve also added in two unique private dining experiences to the list, namely Butterfly Table and Lynnette’s Kitchen. RECOMMENDED: The best halal restaurants and cafés in Singapore and The best private home dining experiences in Singapore Find out more about how Time Out makes recommendations and re

Chilli crab is Singapore's national dish — agree or disagree? Well, no matter the answer, there's no denying that it's an iconic dish loved by foreigners and locals alike. Spicy, sweet, starchy, and savoury, chilli crab never fails to hit the spot every time, especially when you dunk some steaming hot mantou (Chinese buns) into the pool of red, saucy goodness. The dish is said to have been invented in the 1950s when a woman called Cher Yam Tian added bottled chilli sauce instead of the usual tomato ketchup to her stir-fried crab dish. Shortly after, Cher opened Palm Beach Restaurant along East Coast Road and everyone went crazy for her creation.  Today, you can find chilli crab at just about every local seafood or zi char joint. But not everyone gets the sauce just right, or uses meaty crabs that are oh-so satisfying. Whether it's your first time trying the dish or the 100th, hit up these seafood joints for plates of chilli crab that don't disappoint. RECOMMENDED The best local food in Singapore and The best chicken rice in Singapore Discover, book, and save at hundreds of restaurants with Grab Dine Out. Enjoy exclusive discounts, use dining vouchers, and make instant reservations, all in the Grab app. Explore Grab Dine Out now.

If you’re looking for somebody to match your freak, this silly, goose-themed drinking hole at Stanley Road might just fit the bill. It’s duck-everything here, from the nondescript red door plastered with a goose sticker, to the duck-ified posters of pop-culture references on the walls, and adorable duck lamps that line each table.  Volume 2 of Silly Goose’s menu is a wacky departure from its debut menu, which was a tribute to hip-hop. This round, the bar shakes up 12 cocktails inspired by episodes of their favourite childhood cartoons – think iconic series like SpongeBob SquarePants and The Fairly OddParents. Each drink is named after the actual title of the episode it’s crafted based on. For starters, sip on Operation Flavor ($24), where Discarded Rum, cacao-infused stout cream and vanilla strawberry margarine shine in this sweet number inspired by Codename: Kids Next Door. The milkshake-like concoction might come with a freakish goose straw, but flavour-wise, no fowl play detected. We want so badly to love The Green Tea Ceremony ($24) – named after Iroh’s (from Avatar: The Legend of Aang) favourite drink – but the herbal notes brought out by the blend of Glenfiddich 12, lychee tea and ginger beer might just not be everyone’s cup of tea.  Cereal Killers ($24) is our pick of the night, and this Rugrats-inspired cocktail served in a wine glass also turns out to be owner Stanley’s favourite on the current menu. Stranger & Sons gin, acidified orange juice and orange liqueur fo

EG Coffee is a new café located below Alexis Condominium, which is an eight-minute walk from Queenstown MRT. The setup is simple – white and light-wood tones with four small tables indoors, and foldable camping chairs outdoors, where pets are welcome. The interiors are peppered with quirky knick-knacks, including a mini Sudoku corner where you can have a go at a puzzle while waiting. A friendly couple, Esther and Gavin (after whom the café is named), run the place. For a small neighbourhood café, EG Coffee offers a surprisingly extensive drinks menu. It’s got the usual roster of espresso-based drinks (a latte starts at $6.50, which is not the cheapest), filter coffee (from $9) and cold brews ($9). The proprietary Icons Blend is a medium-to-dark roast Guatemala and Uganda blend which is smooth and chocolatey with hints of caramel. You can also opt for Geisha and Yirgacheffe beans at a top-up, or ask the barista for the origin of the day. There are also interesting options like the dried orange latte ($6.90), mint coconut latte ($7.90), black sesame latte ($6.50), osmanthus latte ($6.90), as well as strawberry matcha ($9.50) and hojicha ($7.90). The black sesame latte ($7.50) is one of the most ordered items here, with a thick, velvety consistency, and a toasty, slightly savoury flavour. To beat the heat, EG also has refreshing soda-based coolers like the Strawberry Bliss ($6.50), Apple Tree ($7.50), Orange Sea ($7.50) and yuzu matcha ($8.90), as well as iced teas (from $5.90)

It felt like it wasn’t too long ago when we celebrated the debut of Singapore’s first contemporary Indian restaurant. Chef Manogren Thevar’s eponymous restaurant opened its doors in 2018 on Keong Saik Road, and after picking up two Michelin Stars, three Knives from The Best Chef awards and a spot on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants along the way, he’s now ready for something new. Enter Thevar 2.0 – a well-rebooted version of the original, now located at Mohamed Sultan Road. It’s twice as big for one, seating 28 guests in the main dining hall, two to three at a cushy chef’s table and up to 10 in the private dining room (which is fitted with its own kitchen, restroom and private entrance). The minimalistic, sanctuary-like space is a subtle callback to Chef Mano’s childhood home in Penang, with terracotta walls and Chettinad-inspired motifs embedded in its pillars and rugs.  While the design of the restaurant is muted, the menu and flavours are anything but. Yes, it’s the same signature items that greet you in the $298 tasting menu (and new sharing dishes are on the way), but if you’ve got a real penchant for South Indian cuisine like us, and even if you don’t, a meal at Thevar is not to be passed up. Expect nothing less than spot-on seasoning, complex spice blends and stellar presentation. Chef Mano brings his classical French training to the table – his creations are never so vibrant that they overwhelm, nor so restrained that they feel pared back. My meal kicks off with a flavour-

Ready to feel good, inside and out? Glow Festival is lighting up Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza for nine days from July 5 to 13 with a jam-packed lineup of all things wellness. Think sunrise yoga sessions with a stunning view, high-energy barre and HIIT classes, soothing sound baths, craft workshops and even ice baths if you’re daring enough to take the plunge.  Back for its fourth edition, this year’s Glow Festival is bigger than ever, with over 70 experiences curated by 26 wellness partners and 64 hosts, including folks like running queen Ling Er Choo, acclaimed yogi Dylan Werner and Australian sprinter Olivia May.  Run club addicts, there’s also a 60km ultra marathon if you’re up for a challenge. The Noble Ultra SG60 kicks off on July 13 in support of mental health causes, and you can grab tickets to join the 21km and 8km legs of the route. Not a self-professed fitness buff? There are plenty of other sessions to get involved in, from coffee pop-ups to yin yoga and breathwork classes, as well as workshops that teach you how to slay your motherhood journey or craft your own macramé keychains and marble coasters.  Check out the Glow Festival website and event schedule to find out about ticket prices for individual classes. Or, purchase packages which entitle you to curate your own festival experience, whether you’re keen on studio, workshop, or run sessions. 

If the brief is ‘client meeting in the CBD’, The Spot is where many flock to for a fail-proof option. This all-day dining restaurant and bar is wedged in the heart of Marina One, and despite its semi-casual appearance, don’t expect the standard bistro fare here. The menu is pegged as contemporary European, but there’s a distinct Asian feel in the use of ingredients. Expect plenty of finesse and creativity, without anything being too far-reaching for a casual lunch appointment.  A must-order to start? The salmon nachos – a snackable, shareable tower of crispy gyoza skin with tartare, bonito mayo and wasabi guac. Another safe choice is the pork belly ‘char siu’, which is thoughtfully topped with pickled cucumbers, mustard and apple purée to cut through those fatty, melty layers.  Other table favourites include stuffed chicken wings packed with truffle chicken mousse and a hint of Sichuan peppercorn; hay-smoked hamachi with a trio of condiments – yuzu kosho, pickles and wasabi ponzu; and one of Chef’s signatures – the chilli crab pancake. The crispy dashi-infused egg layer comes with chunks of blue crab and is crowned with a heaping load of coriander – diabolical, but perfect if coriander is your thing.  Fill up on mains like a tamarind-glazed toothfish donabe, which is cleverly mixed with rice pops for extra texture, or gnaw on a heaving rack of Iberico pork ribs, grilled over binchotan and finished with a kicap manis glaze. Round off with desserts like the Chocolate Tart 2.0,

Helmed by industry veteran June Baek, this tiny 12-seater bar is one of 2025’s most exciting openings. After winning competitions and honing her craft across South Korea and Vietnam, Baek brings her playful yet refined cocktails back to Singapore, where she previously bartended at Madame Fan and MO Bar. Now, in her very own space, she experiments with flavours from her Korean heritage, local Singaporean flavours, and other delightfully nostalgic concoctions.  HSSC’s debut menu Do What Brings You Joy is a two-pager spread of 14 cocktails, with interesting savoury concoctions like Cold Soup ($26), Achar ($25), and The French Fries 2.0 ($26). The Cold Soup is a take on a Ulsan summer quick-fix dish: oi naengguk or cold cucumber soup. The incredibly zingy yet potent blend consists of Tokki Soju with kelp dashi, sesame, cucumber, and apple vinegar.  Baek recommends the Camellia ($25) for those who love sour flavour profiles. The rum, galangal, and rose blend is one that’s close to her heart, having first debuted as a competition cocktail. Meanwhile, The French Fries 2.0 is as irreverent as it gets, featuring Monkey Shoulder whisky infused with fries, Heinz ketchup, tomato, chilli, and salt.  The vibeA pocket-sized, dark, underground den that's perpetually packed. It's quite the squeeze, but just right for intimate date nights. The food Before descending into Hup San Social Club, line your stomach with Club Street Laundry's menu of modern Australian plates — our favourite's got to

The new Club Street Laundry is anything but a laundromat, but the restaurant does pay homage to its past life as Hup San Laundry, frequented by second-generation immigrants nearly a century ago. The “Hup San” name also lives on in Hup San Social Club, the cocktail bar in the basement, inspired by the many Chinese social clubs that once lined the street in the early 1900s. If you’re looking for a place to people-watch, Club Street Laundry fits the bill perfectly. The breezy, open-concept bistro has high tables perched along walkways, staring out at the charming shophouses around the neighbourhood. You’ll quickly spot the happy hour board splashed out with $15 house wines, tap cocktails, and full-pint Peronis from 4pm to 7pm on weekdays. The menu is positioned as modern-Australian, but really, Chef Justin Hammond (previously from Neon Pigeon and Underdog Inn) works his way around any and every flavour profile just fine, with dishes based off his travels around the world. We have no qualms devouring the flame-grilled beef cheeks which sit atop a bed of buttery mash ($33). Cooked overnight in a master-stock of dashi, orange peel, star anise and other spices, the beef comes out fork-tender without even a need for chewing, and the ahi verde (a type of South American pesto) adds pleasant acidity to each bite.   Despite our biases against the usual beurre blanc, fennel, dill and fish combination, the charcoal-grilled sea bream ($31) turns out excellently executed. Pickled fennel grac

Some might scoff at the idea of a meatless omakase, but the opening of Ki Su is a big win for vegetarians and veggie lovers alike who now have the opportunity to savour the art and experience of omakase without any restrictions.  Inspired by shojin ryori, which is a traditional style of cooking practised by Buddhist monks in Japan, Ki Su’s plant-based menus feature both refreshing and rich flavours as well as diverse textures to keep things interesting. Look out for the Air Flown Tonburi Caviar which is spotlighted in the appetiser if it's available – it's a vegan delicacy consumed in Japan’s Akita Prefecture which is reminiscent of fish caviar. The lunch ($98) and dinner ($168) sets come with eight and ten courses respectively, all with a strong focus on dishes that are healthy and nourishing.

Think Korean barbecue and thick strips of samgyeopsal (pork belly) or slabs of galbi (beef ribs) might come to mind. Song Gye Ok offers something entirely new to Singapore’s K-BBQ scene – grilled chicken over charcoal. Hailing straight from Seoul, the chain commands hour-long queues in the Korean capital, with even celebrities and TV food programs singing praises.  Its Singapore outlet is wedged in the buzzing Telok Ayer area, joining the company of other popular Korean barbecue outlets, so it must be doing something right to be earning snaking queues despite only offering one kind of protein on its menu. The restaurant manages to replicate the look and feel of its Korean counterparts, with dark-wooden tones, rustic design elements, and Hanok-inspired interiors. For a more immersive dining experience, snag a seat along the raised counter tables under makeshift huts to watch the staff grill up your meal right before you. If you’re dining in a big group, regular table seats are available too. Song Gye Ok’s claim to fame is its SGO signature grill platter (720 grams, $98) with six chicken cuts including rare parts like boneless chicken neck fillets, gizzards, hearts, and chicken breast softbone. The standard grill platter (470 grams, $68) does away with the boneless neck fillets, and both platters also include chicken thigh and tenders.  A word of caution: dining here isn’t for the fainthearted, especially those who might find chicken innards (gizzard) or hearts a tad grisly to

Are things finally looking up in Singapore’s fine dining world? Amidst a dry spell in the F&B scene where closures outpace exciting new openings, the debut of mod-Spanish restaurant Sugarra offers a welcome glimmer of hope.  For those familiar with Basque Kitchen, Sugarra is the reincarnation of the Michelin-starred restaurant which shuttered in 2023, dressed up several notches. The mastermind behind both concepts is Chef Aitor Jeronimo Orive. But in his absence – the chef is mostly based in Melbourne – it’s his trusted Chef de Cuisine Aitor Gonzalez who takes charge of the kitchen. Northern Spain and the Basque Country are Chef Aitor Jeronimo’s main sources of inspiration, but his dishes also tap into the wider culinary landscape of the region, with sprinkles of personal memories here and there.  Perhaps understanding that the vast majority of diners might not know Spanish cuisine beyond paella and gambas, he chooses to start the meal with the tapitas, a show-stopping spread of eight bite-sized tapas representing different regions of Spain. Look out for signatures like the green spinach tart with pine nuts and crispy garlic, as well as the 45-day aged Galician beef tartare and egg confit sandwiched between flatbread.  Next, the traditional Spanish omelette is reimagined as layers of confit potato, sabayon and potato ‘espuma’ in the Tortilla de Patatas. Topped with luxurious shavings of black truffle, this comforting dish is an easy favourite. The bread course impresses as w

The Coconut Club welcomes a sister restaurant above its Beach Road digs – and no, it’s not plates of ayam goreng berampah it’s selling, but a whole new concept: ‘new-gen’ Singaporean cuisine. The term might invite some initial scepticism, but Chef Marcus Leow (formerly of Naked Finn and Magic Square) and his team are quick to quell it. Simply come wide-eyed and open-minded, and don’t expect to see jazzed-up laksa, glorified chicken rice, or anything of the sort.  Instead, the kitchen works with disparate flavours, obscure and long-forgotten ingredients, and a whole lot of creativity to whip up dishes that are noticeably Singaporean, yet delightfully foreign. We like the grilled firefly squid salad, where the iconic pairing of dark soy sauce and jambu in rojak is enhanced with briny – if slightly funky – firefly squid, strawberries, and kailan. The usually viscous hae gor (prawn paste) is also reworked into a golden, syrupy caramel that’s lighter on the palate. For dinner (four courses, $88 per person), a sharing course of crispy meesua is served among a spread of other oddball condiments. You’ve got the doughy pancakes, heavily deep-fried, and to pair: a heap of batang otah paste, fermented soy sauce with gula melaka, and a zesty salad with gado-gado and pineapple dressing. Whether you’re dining in for lunch (two courses, $58 per person) or dinner, you’re due to make the same tough decision on the main course: nasi ulam with grilled seasonal fish, or beef short rib satay wit

If you spot a long queue near Redhill Food Centre in the morning, especially on the first and 15th day of the Chinese lunar calendar, then it's probably temple-goers queueing up for Ruyi Yuan — or one of its diehard fans waiting on a plate of vegetarian bee hoon.  We’ve been patronising this humble stall at Redhill since the 2000s – yes, back when a plate would only set you back $1.50. Now priced at $4, you get the same standard mix of toppings above your noodles. Mushrooms, cabbage, fried soy pieces resembling chicken chop, sweet ‘char siew’ slices, and tofu come together to add different textures and flavours to the mix. As with any plate of vegetarian bee hoon, it's mandatory to add a serving of zai er (crispy soy skin) on top for the extra crunch. Noodle customisations are also available, with options like hor fun, bee hoon, or yellow noodles — all of which have a faint and pleasant wok hei aroma.  The cherry on top is the sweet sambal served on the side, similar to nasi lemak chilli. Granted, this isn't the healthiest plate of vegetarian food around, but with how well all the components go together, you might even forget that it's meatless while you're busy wolfing it down.  If it’s your first time visiting, the queue system is pretty systematic: order on the right, then proceed to the left side to pay and collect your food. The usual wait is around 15 minutes, but do note that the first and 15th day of the lunar month, as well as special occasions like Qing Ming Festiva

One thing I love about Singapore’s café scene right now is how the tides are shifting – from buzzy destination cafés in town with long queues, to quieter neighbourhood spots that serve the local community. Sure, many of these smaller specialty joints still stick to the usual line-up of espresso-based drinks and pastries, but that’s not a bad thing if it means a solid cuppa is just a 10-minute walk away. That said, some still manage to stand out by going beyond the basics, whether it's with inventive bakes or just sheer dedication to perfecting your brew. Here are five new neighbourhood cafés in Singapore worth checking out now. For more recommendations, check out Time Out's guide to the 50 best cafés in Singapore.  1. Beth Photograph: Beth Helmed by ex-MasterChef Singapore contestant Amanda and her partner Alex, Beth is a cosy addition to the Upper Thomson neighbourhood. But no, it's not located along the prominent Upper Thomson café stretch that's home to Hello Arigato, Oaks Coffee Co. and the like, but rather, further up north and nearer to the entrance of Lower Peirce Reservoir. On weekends, crowds pack the place after their morning hike for a taste of Amanda and Alex's Italian-European fare – think hearty, refined creations that go beyond your typical café food. The pistachio and mortadella sandwich ($18) is a bestseller, with generous fillings of ham and a creamy layer of cheese, but if you like a sweet-and-savoury combo, it's the signature hotcake with homemade jam ($

Singapore’s bar scene is always buzzing, and if you’re on the hunt for your next go-to drinking spot, then these are all the fresh openings to have on your watchlist. These latest additions range from under-the-radar bars which have quietly sprung up in the heartlands, to new destination cocktail bars that are all about the glitz and glam. Temper is where wine and cocktails come together seamlessly, while Bar.ter offers an astounding range of spirits that are available for sampling. Then there’s Casper, keeping the energy high at Duxton Hill, while in Balestier, Ignite Bistro & Bar flips the script on Chinese flavours with its bold, punchy cocktails. And finally, if you love whiskey with a dash of theatrics, Horatio at Resorts World Sentosa is one to add to the list. For more bar recommendations, check out Time Out Singapore’s 2025 Bar Guide.  1. Temper Photograph: Temper Can’t choose between wine or cocktails on a night out? Have the best of both worlds at Temper, a new bar opening on September 1 next to the snazzy Mondrian Singapore Duxton hotel. Temper is the latest addition to the Ebb & Flow Group’s F&B line-up, which currently includes wildly popular concepts like Casa Vostra, Carlitos, Chin Mee Chin Confectionery and more. And you’re in good hands, because this 4000 square feet space is helmed by a star-studded team. Former 67 Pall Mall head sommelier Roberto Duran leads the wine programme with more than 1200 labels and 2100 bottles from over 30 countries; award-winni

Singapore’s food scene goes beyond our scrumptious hawker fare and outstanding fine dining repertoire – we’ve even got a pretty neat list of fast food chains to boot. Last year, we saw exciting collaborations like the one between Shake Shack and KEK Seafood and the announcement of the first Chick-fil- A store to open in Singapore in late 2025. Another big name is joining the game this year, and it’s none other than fast food giant Lotteria from South Korea. Come February 2026, those of us in Singapore will be able to enjoy the chain’s Korean-style burgers and popular cheese sticks, short of a plane ticket to Seoul.The fast food brand, which has been around since 1979, currently has over 1300 outlets in South Korea and around 320 outlets in countries like the United States, Vietnam, Mongolia and others. While the first Lotteria outlet in Singapore is slated to open by February 2026, there are plans to progressively roll out more outlets across the island.Lotteria’s opening in Singapore is spearheaded by the Katrina Group, who are also to thank for bringing in Korea’s largest craft beer and fried chicken chain, Daily Beer, earlier in 2024. As a menu has yet to be released, fans can only hope that the chain will offer its popular Hanwoo (Korean beef) bulgogi burger, T-Rex chicken burger with pepper sauce, and the cult-favourite fried mozzarella cheese sticks and chicken fillets.In the meantime, watch this space for updates on Lotteria’s launch in Singapore, including a confirmed

Who said you can’t get a decent meal in Orchard Road for under $10? The basement at Tangs just got a facelift, and it’s now home to plenty of well-known F&B brands, from Plain Vanilla and Percolate to Roti Boy and Supergreen. It also welcomes a new food court – Hawkers’ Street – which brings together 15 crowd-favourite hawker stalls, of which six are even listed on the Michelin Guide. Here’s a quick glance at all of the wallet-friendly, Michelin-approved eats offered at Hawkers’ Street. Photograph: Time Out Singapore For more hawker recommendations, check out our review of the new Punggol Coast Hawker Centre and our guide to the best hawker centres in Singapore. 1. Tai Wah Pork Noodle  Photograph: Time Out Singapore Not to be confused with the one-Michelin-starred Tai Hwa Pork Noodle at Crawford Lane, Tai Wah Pork Noodle is an equally-studded bak chor mee stall which has picked up multiple hawker awards over the years, and even a Bib Gourmand listing. The brand has come a long way from its humble beginnings at a coffeeshop at Hill Street in 1939, now running over 10 outlets islandwide. A basic bowl of pork noodles starts at $6.50, but the bestseller is Tai Wah's signature pork noodles ($10.50) served alongside a bowl of meatball and dumpling soup. We like that each bowl comes with a generous amount of pork slices, several pieces of savoury and slightly bitter tee poh (dried sole fish), and liver slices. 2. Fei Fei Roasted Noodle Photograph: Time Out Singapore Michelin B

Los Angeles-based candy store Sugarfina landed in Singapore right in time for Christmas last year, with its adorably packaged candies making for the perfect gifts during the holiday season. It ran a three-month pop-up, which concluded on March 31 this year. And thanks to the overwhelming response, the brand has decided to set up a permanent store in Singapore last month, located in Basement 1 of Wisma Atria, Orchard Road.  For the unfamiliar, Sugarfina is a luxury candy boutique founded in 2012 in Los Angeles, California, and patronised by A-listers like Reese Witherspoon, Justin Bieber and others. It’s known for its colourful candy bento boxes, Champagne bear gummies, seasonal candies, and is easily recognisable by its striking baby blue packaging.  At Sugarfina Singapore, you can customise your own candy bento box, which comes with the options of two, three, four or eight cubes of candies. This new outlet also boasts the world’s widest range of Sugarfina candy cubes – with over 50 flavours spanning gummies, alcoholic-infusions, chocolates and more. Photograph: Sugarfina / Instagram Bestsellers include the Dom Pérignon Vintage and Rosé-infused gummy bears; dark chocolate sea salt carmels; Heavenly Sours in the shape of stars, moons and clouds; and the watermelon and strawberry-flavoured Sugar Lips. There’s also a limited-edition Tequila Mandala collection made with small-batch tequila blanco – think tequila-infused dark chocolate, agave gummy bears and spicy margarita cand

30 years later, Man Fu Yuan remains a bastion for Cantonese fine dining in Singapore. The 172-seater restaurant in the InterContinental Singapore has been serving guests since 1995. Its most popular offering? The unlimited weekend dim sum buffet ($78 per person), where diners are treated to a dazzling spread of 40 handcrafted delicacies.   Beyond dim sum, the restaurant also serves up specialties like its smoked and roasted honey-glazed Iberico pork collar, braised Australian 10-head ‘Xu Rong’ half abalone with South African fish, and wok-fried glutinous rice, expertly whipped up in just three minutes. Online, regulars often sing praises about its charcoal tofu, smoked duck and showy flambé dishes. Photograph: Man Fu Yuan Leading the kitchen is Executive Chef Aaron Tan, who brings over 20 years of experience to the table. His latest menu is heavily inspired by his travels, with some of his previous creations from culinary competitions making a return after a few tweaks. The Chef’s Signature Combination 2.0 ($38 per person) is an upgrade from the original, showcasing the hallmarks of Cantonese cooking by bringing together dim sum, hot and cold dishes, and barbecue elements on one platter. Our favourite bite is the prawn dumpling (har gow) with black truffle wrapped in silky spinach skin – one basket of this please, Chef.  Photograph: Time Out Singapore Another must-order: the poached red grouper fillet in fish broth ($22 per 100g, with a minimum order of 1kg), a shining te

Naengmyeon (cold noodles) is arguably Korea’s most iconic summer food after bingsu, so it’s not hard to see why it makes perfect sense in Singapore’s endless heat. Soon, you’ll be able to try one of Korea’s most popular cold noodles right here in Singapore. On August 22, Gwanghwamun Mijin, a 70-year-old Seoul institution, will open its very first international outlet at Far East Square. Unlike the usual mul naengmyeon you might be familiar with – with noodles swimming in an icy beef broth – this version comes with a separate dipping sauce. Gwanghwamun Mijin has been around since 1954, serving freshly made buckwheat noodles milled in an in-house factory in its basement. The restaurant earned a spot on the Michelin Bib Gourmand guide in 2018 and has managed to remain on the list every year since. On an average day, waiting times at the original Gwanghwamun outlet in Seoul can stretch up to 40 minutes or even longer.  Photograph: Gwanghwamun Mijin | The queue outside a Gwanghwamun Mijin outlet in Seoul The star of the show at the Singapore branch is the signature buckwheat noodle set ($15), good for two people or one hungry diner. Each order comes with two trays of chilled noodles and a kettle of Gwanghwamun Mijin’s signature broth, made from dried seafood and a secret blend of 14 ingredients, then boiled overnight. Both the noodles and broth are flown in directly from Korea directly, so you’re definitely getting the real deal here. Dig into the noodles once they arrive so the

The froyo craze in Singapore is officially back in full swing. Australian frozen yoghurt chain Yo-Chi broke the internet when it opened its first international outlet in Orchard Central, with waiting times stretching up to an hour over its opening weekend. Come September, we'll have another froyo spot in town to hit up: Yoajung, South Korea's famous frozen yoghurt chain, will be debuting its first Singapore store at Scape on September 5. Yoajung currently has 350 outlets across Hong Kong, Shanghai, and most recently, Sydney. The brand is also endorsed by K-Pop celebrities like Jay Park, NMIXX and RIIZE.  Photograph: Yoajung / Instagram The Singapore store is expected to offer three yoghurt bases: the signature yoghurt ice cream, low-sugar yoghurt ice cream and Greek yoghurt as a healthier option. If it's anything like the Korean menu, acai bowls might also be available. While there aren't any crazy yoghurt flavours like salted butterscotch or cookies and cream here, Yoajung's unique array of toppings is what makes it such a hit in Korea. Photograph: Yoajung / Instagram Think slabs of honeycomb, banana brulée, dalgona, cheesecake cubes, and even a Dubai chocolate-inspired topping. Other picks include popping candy, tanghulu and brown sugar mochi. And since it's a Korean brand, you can even expect popular Korean fruits like Shine Muscat grapes. Yoajung also does a special 'shell' topping, where the tip of the yoghurt is dipped into sauces like chocolate or strawberry. Spoil

Who remembers the golden age of frozen yoghurt in Singapore? Yes, we’re talking about the days when DIY froyo joints like Sogurt, Frolick, Yami Yogurt, Tutti Frutti, and Yoguru were all the rage. Well, Yo-Chi, Australia’s popular frozen yoghurt chain that’s now open in Singapore, might be just the thing needed to make froyo great again. Photograph: Yo-Chi Singapore The store welcomed its first customers at Orchard Central on August 15, 2025. Queues had already started forming as early as 9am, two hours ahead of the official opening. For those curious about the hype, Yo-Chi is a Melbourne-based brand born in 2012, with over 30 locations across Australia. This new store in Orchard Central is its first international outlet. The brand is known for its fun, self-serve concept that lets customers customise their own froyo or acai cups.  Photograph: Time Out Singapore | Queue outside Yo-Chi Orchard Central Yo-Chi Singapore offers acai and nine frozen yoghurt flavours: cookies and cream, salted butterscotch, signature tart, mango, strawberry cream, matcha, classic vanilla, chocolate and coconut. On the toppings counter, you’ll find a dizzying array of around 35 toppings, ranging from freshly cut fruits and compotes to jellies, popping pearls, mochi, candies and various sauces. Some, like the coconut jelly and nata de coco, are even exclusive to Singapore. These toppings will also rotate seasonally. Photograph: Time Out Singapore Photograph: Bernard Teo for Yo-Chi Singapore Ea

Regulars were up in arms when RVLT announced last December that it would be closing sometime in 2025. Over its eight years on Carpenter Street, the fun-loving, casual wine bar carved out a reputation for itself as a pioneer of the natural wine movement in Singapore. But with business never quite bouncing back to its pre-Covid heyday – and rent and costs on a steady incline – even beloved institutions have to call it a day sometimes. RVLT poured its last glass in July this year.  Thankfully, what died didn’t stay dead. Founders Alvin Gho and Ian Lim are quick to bounce back on their feet with a brand new concept, Revolution, tucked away in an unsuspecting industrial estate in Bukit Merah. The restaurant has swapped out the grungy aesthetics of its old digs for a more minimalistic, classy look, with clean lines and a softer colour palette. The new space is designed in collaboration with Danish design house Fritz Hansen just next door, so that explains it. Photograph: Adira Chow for Time Out Singapore Photograph: Adira Chow for Time Out Singapore Despite the makeover, the spirit of RVLT lives on in its menu and wine programme. Executive Chef Sunny Leong continues to helm the kitchen, bringing back old faves like the homemade chicken nuggets ($20) – just as good, with a perfectly crisp shell and tender middle, studded with bits of chicken soft bone for an extra crunch, and paired with a slightly sweet tomato sriracha.  Other dishes that survive the lynch include the sourdoug

Weave at Resorts World Sentosa is shaping up to be quite the culinary destination, and adding to its list of F&B brands is Pierre Hermé Paris’ new concept store. This is the French pâtisserie’s first-ever flagship shop in Southeast Asia, and it also happens to be its largest store in the world to date. Here’s a quick look at what you can expect once the boutique opens to the public on August 1.  360-degree macaron and pâtisserie counter Photograph: Adira Chow for Time Out Singapore The centrepiece of the store is a dazzling 360-degree macaron and pastry counter, lined with Pierre Hermé’s signature creations. Diehard fans will be familiar with the pâtisserie’s three signature flavours: Ispahan (rose, lychee and raspberry); Mogador (milk chocolate and passionfruit); and Infiniment Vanille (a blend of three kinds of vanilla). These have become almost synonymous with the brand over the years, so much so that Chef Hermé has decided to dedicate a whole feature wall – called the Fetish Wall – in the Singapore flagship, just to highlight these creations. Photograph: Adira Chow | Fetish wall Guests can also explore 15 additional macaron flavours, including Arya (pistachio and orange blossom), Indulgence (fresh mint and peas), Infiniment Caramel (salted butter caramel) and others. Seasonal specials are also available, featuring anything from macarons infused with tomato leaves and black olive purée to matcha and yuzu macarons. Each macaron is priced at $4 and available in boxes of

Innovation and sustainability go hand in hand at Fura. The bar’s menu is fresh and fearless, if a little rebellious. And the brains behind it are none other than co-founders Sasha Wijidessa and Christina Rasmussen, who once led the plant-forward bar Mallow at Intercontinental Singapore Robertson Quay.  At their cosy Amoy Street hideout, the pair guides diners through a range of planet-friendly ingredients, from insect proteins and cell-cultured milk to invasive species like jellyfish that are found in abundance. Their practices are well-rooted in science and research, but nothing bores. The best part? The weird stays wonderfully subtle – and not to mention delicious – with cocktails and bar bites crafted so carefully, you’ll barely notice the mealworms or crickets in them. Photograph: Fura Ahead of the launch of our Time Out Singapore 2025 Bar Guide, we get the chance to visit Fura and speak to its co-owner, Sasha, to find out more about the bar’s must-tries and underrated cocktails. Read on for our five quick-fire questions – and don’t forget to check out more of Singapore’s best bars in our 2025 Bar Guide, out now and available for free here. Photograph: Daniel Iskandar If Fura had a theme song, what would it be? There are too many to pick from. We have several playlists for Fura created by me and compiled from both Christina's and I’s music tastes. A lot of the names of the drinks come from lyrics, tracks or record titles, so you can often catch those playing throughou