Adira Chow

We’re still riding the high from the National Day weekend – and maybe nursing a food coma or two – but the fun doesn’t stop there. This week is packed with exciting events to keep the good vibes going, from a booze-filled neighbourhood trail around Siglap to an immersive dinner theatre experience. Here are the best things to do this week. RECOMMENDED: The 101 best things to do in Singapore and New attractions in Singapore in 2025    

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.

Indian cuisine in Singapore has evolved far beyond the usual go-to biryanis and ghee-laden curries, though these are droolworthy on their own too. Today’s top Indian restaurants in Singapore offer a thrilling range of flavours, concepts, and experiences, from creative tasting menus and Michelin-starred plates to time-honoured dishes that stay true to regional traditions.  This list is all about highlighting kitchens that are the best at what they do, whether it’s mastering the use of the tandoor oven and delivering lip-smacking, smoky dishes, or perfecting a simple meal of thosai and filter coffee. Expect everything from vibrant South Indian breakfasts to progressive North Indian dishes, and even Indian-inspired cocktails that surprise and delight.  We’ve scoured the city to bring you these top picks. Some are stalwarts that have stood the test of time; others are humble, delicious spots that are well worth a repeat visit. June 2025: Since our last roundup, we’ve refreshed the list with worthy additions like The Elephant Room while keeping trusted favourites like Shahi Maharani and thosai institution MTR Singapore that continue to deliver the goods. RECOMMENDED: The best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Singapore and The 50 best restaurants in Singapore 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 reser

The ninth edition of the Michelin Guide Singapore was revealed in July 2025, and our little red dot continued to put up an impressive showing, with one restaurant promoted to two Michelin stars and another earning its first. The Michelin Guide uses five criteria to assess these restaurants: mastery of technique; quality of ingredients; chef's personality; value for money; and consistency. Restaurants that are new additions in their categories will be assigned an asterisk (*) in the list below. Whether you’re on the search for new places to feast at or simply looking to be inspired by an exceptional dining experience, this list spotlighting some of the best restaurants in Singapore is a great place to start. For more value-for-money eats, check out these other restaurants and hawkers in Singapore that were awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2025. RECOMMENDED: Read our guides on the 50 best restaurants and 50 best bars in Singapore 

In a city like Singapore with a staggering 100-over hawker centres peppered across the country, having 'nothing to eat' is never a problem. Our trusty hawkers provide us with endless options of affordable and downright delicious meals. And for our friends from abroad: these bustling, open-air food centres are where locals truly dine. We've done the hard work and rounded up the best of the best in this list – no gimmicks, no inflated prices – just good, old-fashioned hawker fare, prepared by seasoned hands and often perfected over decades. Of course, there's some promising young blood in the line-up too. From stalwarts in Telok Ayer and Chinatown to underrated hawker centres in Queenstown and Clementi, these beloved spots are as close as it gets to Singapore’s culinary soul. And while you're eating like a local, do act like one too – don’t forget to return your trays and clear your tables. It’s more than just good manners; it’s mandatory. RECOMMENDED: 50 hawker stalls in Singapore recommended by Time Out and 10 vanishing heritage foods in Singapore to try before they're gone

For some, nothing quite beats ending the day with cocktails and good conversations with friends. Thankfully, Singapore is home to some of the best bars in Asia and even in the world. Some of these establishments might even be hidden in plain sight right next to your workplace. Whether it’s a classic martini or a completely customised drink you’re after, we’ve got just the spots that can shake up a quality tipple to your liking. From reliable all-time favourites, to secret cocktail dens, speakeasy and bespoke joints, these are the hottest cocktail bars you should be hitting up once the day dims. RECOMMENDED: The 50 best bars in Singapore and The best wine bars in Singapore

Whether you’re looking for all the fresh seafood on ice you can eat, grilled meats fresh off the barbecue or just a free-flowing booze parade, these brunch buffets have got you covered. Savour opulent buffet spreads with your family, or head to an adults-only boozy brunch and take relaxing to a whole new level. So save your coffee and boring oats for the weekdays and look forward to a luxurious brunch, because you deserve it – free-flow champagne optional. RECOMMENDED: The best brunch spots in Singapore and The best tea rooms in Singapore for afternoon tea

When it comes to romance, the setting can make all the difference. Whether you're celebrating a milestone or just want to impress your date, Singapore boasts plenty of enchanting spots to enjoy a memorable meal with that special someone. From cosy, candle-lit corners to stylish venues with million-dollar views, these restaurants are perfect for setting the mood. But not just that — they come with stellar food and top-notch service to boot. So if you're planning to dial up the romance for your next date night, or perhaps pop the big question, then look no further than this list of the most romantic restaurants in Singapore. RECOMMENDED: The most romantic bars in Singapore and 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.

Not everyone has the willpower to go to bed with an empty stomach, and if you’re here, chances are you don’t either. Lucky for us, Singapore’s food scene never really sleeps. Whether it’s a post-drinks refuel, hunger pangs after a late-night work grind, or just a case of the midnight munchies, there’s always a spot to hit up. From old-school hawker classics to round-the-clock diners and even bubbling hotpot joints that stay open till sunrise, these supper spots will keep you well-fed way past bedtime. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Singapore after dark and The best free things to do in Singapore at night 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.

February 2025 The food 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 alongside beloved F&B classics and a few underrated spots we swear by. Welcome to the Time Out Eat List, where we've handpicked the finest spots in Singapore’s food scene, curated by our expert local editors. From innovative restaurants by acclaimed chefs to humble local haunts that won’t break the bank, we've got it all. Picking the 50 top places to eat is no easy task, which is why we’ve also crafted separate lists for the best Japanese, Spanish, and hawker spots, among many others. 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.

Great cafés in Singapore are everywhere – buried in shophouses, lined along bustling streets, perched on rooftops. Some draw in crowds with viral pastries and picture-perfect drinks, while others stay under the radar while still serving up quality brunch and brews. But what makes a café hidden? It’s not about being completely unknown (face it, that’s nearly impossible these days thanks to social media). Instead, it’s the thrill of discovery – finding a sleek coffee bar inside an old office building, or a café nestled within another business.  And yet, the phrase “hidden gem” is on the verge of being banned from the internet. Overused and stretched beyond meaning, it’s often used to describe spots that are about to become anything but secret. So let’s ditch the clichés. This list isn’t about cafés nobody knows, but those that require just that little extra effort to track down. Maybe they’re mysteriously located behind a nondescript door, buried deep in a quiet neighbourhood, or overshadowed by a bigger establishment. If you love the chase as much as the coffee, these are the best hidden cafés in Singapore to visit right now. July 2025: Since our last update in July 2024, we’ve swapped out several spots, including Kyuukei Coffee and Rookie’s Coffee Shop in Queenstown, which are a little more well-known now, with new finds like Bee Hoe Coffee in Joo Chiat. Find out more about how Time Out makes recommendations and reviews restaurants. Discover, book, and save at hundreds of r

Need a change of scenery from your usual work setup? Whether your home office is less than inspiring or you just can’t stand another hour in a stuffy library, we’ve got you covered. Ditch the usual crowded coffee chains and check out these alternative spots instead. These cosy cafés offer free Wi-Fi, ample power points to charge your devices, and of course, great coffee to keep you fueled while you power through your to-do list.  RECOMMENDED: Your ultimate guide to the best cafés in Singapore and the best cafés in the CBD 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.

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-

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,

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. 

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

There are plenty of vegetarian gems in Fortune Centre, but we like New Green Pasture Café for its clean, homely environment, friendly service, and meals that are light and refreshing on the palate. Tucked away on the fourth floor of the establishment, this eatery has been around for over 26 years, and is patronised by both elderly regulars and the younger crowd. You’ll notice shelves lined with health foods, organic biscuits, and more. The thunder tea rice ($12.50) here is a must-try. Brown rice is the only option, but it adds to the myriad of textures in the bowl – think peanuts, crunchy and savoury cai pu, gluten (to mimic fried scrambled eggs), dried tofu skin for umami, and three kinds of veggies. The slightly minty, green gruel is also just the right consistency. Ladle as much of it as you like over your rice, but leave just enough to have on its own for a satisfying end to your meal. And unless you don’t mind leaving absolutely stuffed, we recommend asking for a half portion of rice for the lei cha – believe us, it’s more than enough to fill you up. Order a side of the stuffed tau pok to share ($10.50). Four pockets of baked or air-fried tau pok (either way, they're certainly not deep-fried, seeing that they're perfectly crisp without the slightest trace of oil) come stuffed to the brim with crunchy veggies like alfalfa, beetroot, carrots, and radishes. But the reason why folks love this might be the special house sauce that's drizzled over it. We can't quite put a fin

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

Nightlife in Singapore is dead… or is it? Time Out took to the streets recently – and by streets, we mean the Fred Again show – to ask folks what they really think about Singapore’s nightlife scene. Spoiler alert: the vibes were grim. But this latest release by the government might be a glimmer of hope for partygoers and bar owners alike: From August 18, nightlife venues in Clarke Quay, Boat Quay and Upper Circular Road will be able to apply for a license to serve alcohol till 4am on Fridays and Saturdays.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out Singapore (@timeoutsg) That’s an hour longer than what’s currently allowed, with booze service at bars, pubs, nightclubs and certain restaurants in the area capped at 3am from Monday to Saturday. As for Sundays and public holidays, these venues are already allowed to sell alcohol till 4am on those days, so no changes there. This new move is part of a one-year trial aimed at breathing life back into the Singapore River precinct and getting more late-night crowds into the area on weekends.  Business owners and nightlife lovers are keeping their hopes up, but there’ll naturally be some hesitation around the news. Back in 2018, a similar trial that permitted venues in Clarke Quay to sell alcohol till 4am on Saturdays concluded just after four months due to rising safety concerns. This time round, the government ministries and authorities say they’ll be stepping up enforcement in the area to keep things o

Masa Saito Innovative quietly opened its doors three years ago at OUE Downtown. And to this day, it remains discreetly under-the-radar, serving a tight group of regular customers. The Japanese restaurant sits right opposite the now-shuttered Takayama, tucked behind an escalator – blink twice and you might miss it. Inside, an elegant L-shaped counter is the centrepiece of the space, offering diners a front-row view of the open kitchen and its oakwood fire. A private room is also available for bookings. Chef Masanao Saito brings a wealth of experience from both European and Japanese kitchens. His career began at an Italian restaurant in Ginza, Tokyo, before he headed south to work in Okinawa, and later in Sweden, where he was head chef at the Japanese Embassy. Next came stints at Stockholm’s Michelin-starred establishments Rutabaga and Matbaren, before Chef Masanao landed in Singapore in 2014. He opened Masa Saito Innovative in late 2022. Photograph: Masa Saito / Facebook Seasonality is a top priority at any good Japanese restaurant, and Masa Saito is no exception. The menu changes quarterly to reflect the freshest ingredients of the season, with subtle tweaks made along the way. Choose from three menus – the restaurant’s five-course menu (usually priced at $150) is going at a special rate of $128 throughout August, in celebration of its third anniversary. You can also top up for the six-course menu ($180) which includes an additional dish of carabinero prawns. For the full e

Ever walked out of an exhibition feeling strangely exhausted? Gallery visits can be overstimulating at times, which is why museums now make it a point to have ‘quiet rooms’ for visitors to reset. The folks behind Dame seem to have taken that idea and ran with it, which is why this new café in the National Museum of Singapore is the calm, considered space that it is. Think soft colour tones, natural textures and a warm, unhurried vibe. The menu follows suit – no culinary theatrics here, just comforting brunch faves with a thoughtful local twist.  Photograph: Time Out Singapore Photograph: Time Out Singapore The sun-drenched main dining atrium steals the show, with natural light filtering in through the glass-panelled high ceilings. But if the café gets busy, there’s also an adjacent dining area that’s just as cosy, with a takeaway coffee stand in the following room. It’s easy to pass off the interiors as Scandinavian-inspired, but it turns out the owners of Dame wanted to incorporate subtle Southeast Asian touches in the use of rattan fixtures and dried rice stalks throughout the space. Even the menu is beautifully designed – courtesy of local artist duo Ripple Root.  Photograph: Time Out Singapore We order the hua tiao chiew clam linguine ($22), the café’s take on a classic vongole, amped up with a good douse of Chinese rice wine for added depth and flavour in the broth. The pasta lands just past al dente, not without intention, though. This level of doneness – neither

Queues at Gelato Messina on Club Street getting a little too crazy to handle? Check out this brand-new ice cream spot instead, just a short four-minute walk away. Gelato bar Mondo just opened its doors in late July next to the Korean barbecue restaurant Wang Dae Bak on Amoy Street. The best part? It stays open till midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. The interiors are retro-glam with deep-red leather couches, marble tabletops, and gold accents peppered all over. But aesthetic design aside, the menu is impressively varied, offering gelato, boozy sorbets, coffee, and even cocktails on tap. Choose between 11 gelato flavours, including the crowd-favourite blue cheese and candied pear. The blue cheese is on the milder side, while chunks of candied pear add a lovely jammy sweetness.  Other interesting flavours include marsala poached figs – more raisin-y than spice-forward – and toasted white chocolate and strawberries, which tastes pretty similar to Messina’s Strawberries & Cream. Our top picks, however, are the Piedmont hazelnut and Sicilian pistachio – classics you can’t go wrong with. The Shizuoka matcha is a solid shout, too.  Photograph: Time Out Singapore Mondo also offers several unique boozy sorbets on the menu in flavours like lemon sake, cherry and tequila, and pineapple makgeolli. Prices start at $7 for a scoop, $10 for two, and $12 for three. Top up $1.50 for a cone, or grab a whole pint for $24.  Beverage options include your regular espresso-based drinks (from $5),

After a relatively slow July, Singapore’s food scene is springing right back into action, especially with the launch of Resorts World Sentosa’s new lifestyle enclave, Weave, on top of several openings in Jewel Changi Airport. This month’s food picks include an affordable offshoot of the award-winning ramen restaurant Mensho Tokyo, a bistro concept by the folks behind RVLT (a cult-favourite natural wine bar which closed this year); a breezy Italian spot nestled in the Botanic Gardens; Singapore’s very first Bornean restaurant; and a gorgeous new hideout in the CBD with wallet-friendly set lunches. Here are the finest places to wine and dine this August. Explore Singapore’s 2025 restaurant openings by month: New restaurants in July New restaurants in June New restaurants in May New restaurants in April New restaurants in March New restaurants in February  New restaurants in January Find out which are the best new restaurants that opened in Singapore this year. 1. Mensho X Photograph: Mensho X If Mensho Tokyo is a little out of your budget this month, try Mensho X, a fast-casual offshoot of the award-winning ramen restaurant with signature bowls from $19. It currently has an outlet in Raffles Place, with one more set to open in Resorts World Sentosa later this year. While the original Mensho Tokyo is known for its rich, velvety toripaitan broth, Mensho X’s version leans towards the lighter side, thanks to the use of ingredients like kelp, shiitake and porcini mushrooms. It’s

Beat the eternal summer heat in Singapore at this new Korean cold noodle restaurant, opening in Singapore on August 20, 2025. Gwanghwamun Mijin is a 70-year-old institution from Seoul, which has been around since 1954 and has been listed on South Korea's Michelin Bib Gourmand guide since 2018. Its claim to fame? Freshly made chewy buckwheat noodles, served cold and paired with a rich dipping broth made of dried seafood and 14 other ingredients.  This new 68-seater store in Singapore will be Gwanghwamun Mijin's first international outlet, located at Far East Square in Chinatown. It goes without saying that the signature buckwheat noodles ($15) will be the main star. Each set comes with two trays of house-made buckwheat noodles for sharing, a kettle of chilled broth and traditional Korean side dishes to pair. The dipping sauce can be customised to your liking with an array of condiments – grated daikon, wasabi, seasoned laver and green onions.  Not a fan of cold noodles? Gwanghwamun Mijin also serves a hot option ($16) with the same fixings as the cold set. You can also opt for the bibim-style noodles doused in a rich beef sauce ($16), or buckwheat noodles served with marinated salmon ($20). Vegetarian options like the perilla buckwheat noodles are also available ($16).  Apart from buckwheat noodles, Gwanghwamun Mijin is also popular for its bossam ($15), a traditional Korean dish of tender boiled pork belly slices, meant to be wrapped in napa cabbage and enjoyed in one mouthfu

Din Tai Fung, but make it bougie. That’s what this newest outlet of the cult-favourite Taiwanese chain is all about. Din Tai Fung at Resorts World Sentosa’s new Weave mall is now open, and this marks the brand’s 28th store in Singapore. Not only does it boast Asia’s first Din Tai Fung cocktail bar, the restaurant also offers an exclusive menu with premium items like lobster noodles and Oscietre caviar for pairing with its signature xiao long bao. Here’s a quick look at what to expect at its latest outlet in Sentosa. The space Photograph: Din Tai Fung Din Tai Fung at Weave seats about 250 customers, and this is its second-largest outlet in Singapore after the one in Paragon Shopping Centre. At the entrance, you’ll spot the iconic open kitchen with glass windows, where you can watch chefs skillfully prepare baskets of xiao long bao. It’s also here where the restaurant will introduce new hands-on experiences like xiao long bao-making workshops.  Photograph: Din Tai Fung | Private dining rooms Following that is an elegant cocktail and tea counter that fits about 10 guests. To add to the experience, there’s a dedicated retail space selling merchandise from Taiwan, pineapple cakes and some of the brand’s ready-to-heat products. There are three main dining areas in the restaurant, with one in particular that overlooks the new Singapore Oceanarium. There are also two private rooms for customers dining in bigger groups. The food  Photograph: Time Out Singapore | Boston lobster no

As it is, Singapore’s Michelin Bib Gourmand game is pretty strong – we have got 89 eateries on the list, and the number keeps growing each year. Well, now we’ve got another to shout about, except this one’s from Hong Kong. Mak Man Kee, an iconic Hong Kong wonton noodle stall, is now serving customers in Singapore for the first time in the brand’s 70-year history. Affectionately known as MMK, Mak Man Kee has been a constant fixture on the Michelin Bib Gourmand guide for Hong Kong since 2018 – that’s eight years and counting. The heritage brand has been around since the 1940s, when it was a humble street cart stall along Temple Street in Hong Kong. Since then, the joint has been consistently dishing out up to 1,000 bowls of wonton noodles each day to regular customers. Photograph: Mak Man Kee Now, foodies in Singapore can enjoy MMK’s award-winning noodles, crafted with the same age-old recipe. They can be found at Joy Luck Teahouse’s new eatery in Food Republic at Causeway Point, Woodlands. This is also Joy Luck Teahouse’s first dine-in concept – the Singaporean brand is more known for its takeaway kiosks selling freshly baked Hong Kong pastries and delicacies. The only gripe some might have with MMK’s noodles in Singapore is the absence of pork in the wontons. As Joy Luck Teahouse is a halal-friendly eatery, it swaps out MMK’s silky pork wontons for prawn wontons instead. A bowl of noodles with prawn wontons is priced at $9.80, while the pork and chicken wonton version costs

Queenstown is a sorely underrated neighbourhood in terms of cafés. Just within a one-kilometre radius, you’ll chance upon unassuming joints underneath HDB blocks or nestled in industrial buildings – places like Kyuukei, Rookie’s, Cupo Coffee, Alchemist The Mill, Creamie Sippies, Tiong Hoe, and more. Add one to the list: EG Coffee is a new café located below the apartment complex Alexis, 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. We pop by before lunchtime on a Sunday and the café is still relatively quiet.  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. Photograph: Adira Chow | Rum canele, Ice black sesame latte, Flat white There are also interesting options like the dried orange latte

It seems like Blue Bottle Coffee is here to stay in Singapore. The world-renowned specialty coffee chain first landed on our shores last August, opening as a gift shop in the Japanese retail store Lumine Singapore at Raffles City. About seven months later, the space was converted into a full-fledged 42-seater dine-in café, much to the delight of coffee lovers and fans of the brand. Thanks to its soaring popularity, Blue Bottle now has a second outlet at Paragon Shopping Centre – its first standalone store in Singapore. That’s not all. The brand also has plans to expand and open at least 10 more cafés across the island by 2027, making its artisanal coffee accessible to more Singaporeans. Photograph: Blue Bottle Coffee For now, the latest Blue Bottle café in Orchard seats 70 customers across its indoor and alfresco dining areas, which combined, span a total of more than 980 square feet. The space is decked out in the same iconic minimalist design as other Blue Bottle outlets, with simple yet classy elements of stainless steel, oak wood and terra cotta-toned plaster.  Here, you’ll find the regular range of espresso-based beverages, cold brew and pour-over selections on the menu. And on top of coffee, there are two exclusive food items on the Paragon menu – the Liège Waffle ($8.50) and yoghurt bowl ($12) topped with granola and strawberries. Photograph: Blue Bottle Coffee Those who want to get their hands on Blue Bottle drip (no, not the coffee) can also purchase merchandise