The best healthy restaurants in Singapore

What is it? The meat lover’s answer to the ubiquitous salad bowl in the CBD, and every gym junkie's go-to option after a gruelling sweat sesh.

Why we love it: Owner Jonathan Yang – also the co-owner of Muchachos in the Keong Saik neighbourhood – caters to a #eatclean crowd with protein bowls priced from $10.50 packed with healthily grilled options like chicken thighs, sirloin steaks, salmon fillet and veggie-friendly tofu that pair alongside other accompaniments like sous vide egg, strings of mozzarella, avocado and edamame beans.

Time Out tip: For first-timers, grab an order chit and pencil from the back of the queue, fill in your order, and hand it to the counter once it's your turn.

Address: Guoco Midtown II, Guoco Tower, One Raffles Place Tower 1
Opening hours: Various opening hours
Expect to pay: From $10.50 per bowl, depending on ingredients.

What is it? Build-your-own-bowl concept in the CBD with tasty veggies, premium meats and a wealth of grain options.

Why we love it: Finding wholesome food in the CBD isn’t difficult at all, but Grain Traders is holding on to a winning ticket. The high-ceilinged space bears the good looks of a sun-kissed Aussie café and Mexico-style washed pastels, cleverly worked into a chilled-out respite. Dominating the room is a coffee stand that delivers cakes and caffeine in espresso drinks, cold brews and hand-poured doses.

Time Out tip: Those not as adventurous can choose from one of the curated bowls, packed with the right amounts of crunch, zing, and meat to fill you up. Breakfast options are also available.

Address: Guoco Tower, CapitaGreen
Opening hours: Guoco Tower: Mon-Fri 8am-8pm; Sat 11am-4pm. CapitaGreen: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Expect to pay: From $17.50 for an original bowl.

What is it? Breezy Tiong Bahru bistro, where South American cuisine meets a gluten-free twist.

Why we love it: That's right, there's no gluten here, nada. Just bold, fresh dishes with ethically sourced ingredients and a dash of Brazilian flair. From the zesty Brazilian ceviche made with barramundi and fermented mandioca juice to chargrilled wagyu picanha served with burnt ladies' fingers and heirloom tomato sauce, every dish is a festa of flavours. 

Time Out tip: It’s not just about what’s on the plate – The Butcher's Wife elevates the experience with a stellar selection of natural wines. Think organic, sustainable, and naturally crafted bottles that taste like sunshine in a glass, bringing out the best in every dish. 

Address: 19 Yong Siak St, Singapore 168650
Opening hours: Tue-Sat noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm; Sun 11am-3pm, 6pm-10.30pm
Expect to pay: Around $70 per person for sharing sides, mains, and drinks.

What is it? A cosy coffee spot at Bukit Timah that promotes holistic wellness through its wholesome menu and alternative healing experiences. 

Why we love it: There is more to The Ritual Café and Bar than its white-clad interior and avocado toast. Here's where to savour nourishing dishes that come prepped with natural Himalayan salt instead of table salt, and stay for one of its many programmes dedicated to topics of mental wellness, spirituality, herbal remedies, and more.

Time Out tip: Feed the mind, too, by signing up for one of the café’s many wellness talks and events. The Ritual Café and Bar hopes to provide a safe space for ‘tribe’ members to explore lesser-broached topics that range from herbal remedies to Reiki healing.

Address: 383 Bukit Timah Rd, #01-09B, Singapore 259727
Opening hours: Daily 8am-6.30pm
Expect to pay: Around $30 for a main and coffee.

What is it? Understated café along Stanley Road bringing good ol’ Australian brunch fare right into the heart of the CBD. 

Why we love it: The menu is packed with wholesome fare including healthy bites and superfoods, as well as gluten-free and vegan options. The café’s signature smashed avo ($24) is a staple, and comes with homemade dukkah, poached eggs, feta and pomegranate. And the pastrami sandwich ($24) stuffed with tender and savoury smoked brisket, sautéed onions, pickles, gouda and mustard.

Time Out tip: Complete your visit to Carrotsticks without a cuppa – the café makes a specialty dark coffee that’s crafted in collaboration with the Australian roastery Allpress Coffee. 

Address: 7 Rodyk St, #01-34, Singapore 238215
Opening hours: Daily 7.30am-5pm
Expect to pay: Around $30 for a main and coffee.

What is it? COMO Cuisine brings together the best dishes from the luxury hotel’s various properties.

Why we love it: While you might be dining at COMO’s hip Dempsey enclave, your tastebuds will be taking a journey across the globe, sampling Bhutanese momo with a side of ezay chilli, or digging into the same aromatic lobster biryani that’s served at its Cocoa Island property. The menu leans healthy, thanks in part to a series of signatures from COMO Shambala, the brand’s wellness arm. Try the popular tandoor cauliflower, which is marinated in yoghurt, turmeric, garlic, ginger, and coriander before it goes into a tandoor oven to earn a smoky char.

Time Out tip: Savour other vegetable-forward dishes like the mangrove crab salad and golden beetroot as well.

Address: 30 Bideford Rd, COMO Orchard, Level 2, 229922
Opening hours: Daily 7am-10pm
Expect to pay: Around $80 per person for sharing dishes and mains, excluding drinks.

What is it? A multi-concept space that's all about social impact, blending healthy eats, retail and wellness experiences.

Why we love it: Here, toasts come topped with hearty, healthy ingredients like mashed avocados or roasted eggplant drizzled with miso dressing. The Social Space also serves colourful smoothie bowls blended with a variety of fruits and vegetables. You can also swap out the usual cuppa for a calming chamomile lavender latte or a golden turmeric latte. But more than just a healthy eatery, it is also home to a socially-conscious nail salon just upstairs, and stocks eco-friendly lifestyle products.

Time Out tip: Gluten-free? The café serves gluten-free bread and meals for most diets and preferences.

Address: 333 Kreta Ayer Rd, #01-14, Singapore 080333
Opening hours: Daily 9am-5pm
Expect to pay: Around $30 for a main and coffee.

What is it? There may be no shortage of healthy restaurants in this city, but Singapore has nothing quite like this: a one-stop café, health shop and ‘lifestyle-improvement’ space (apparently that’s a thing) overseen by Balanced Living founder Dana Heather.

Why we love it: You’ll be amazed by how extensive the menu is, proving that eating clean doesn’t need to be limiting. There are raw food mains like pad thai noodles made with zucchini, and taco boats packed with guacamole, mango salsa and ‘meatballs’. You can even chow down on burgers and wholemeal pizza without the guilt – or hunger – pangs after.

Time Out tip: Don’t forget to pop by the retail space on the second floor to stock up on more healthy eating essentials.

Address: 779 Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 269758
Opening hours: Daily 8am-6pm
Expect to pay: Around $30 for a main and coffee.

What is it? Grab-and-go lunch concept in Singapore serving up healthy bibimbap-inspired lunch bowls, with everything under 500 calories.

Why we love it: It's a mishmash of dosirak (a packed meal served in metal lunchboxes in Korean culture) and bibimbap. White rice is the standard, but you can also opt to top up for brown rice or soba noodles. Have it your way with your choice of ingredients, or go for one of the signature combos, with options like kimchi tofu, beef bulgogi, spicy chicken, pumpkin tofu, soy sesame chicken and more – mixed in with Dosirak's homemade Korean chilli sauce. 

Time Out tip: If the OUE Downtown Gallery outlet gets crowded, visit the Duo Galleria branch instead.

Address: 6A Shenton Way, OUE Downtown Gallery, #01-44, Singapore 068815
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am-5pm
Expect to pay: Around $10 per meal, depending on ingredients.

What is it? An all-day dine-in eatery in Katong Point adjoining one of the largest Little Farms outlets in Singapore.

Why we love it: This gourmet grocer has several outlets islandwide, and this outlet is complete with a full-service bistro, coffee kiosk and impressive bar counter. The same fresh produce found at its supermarket shelves is used to cook up a range of hearty delights; sample the exclusive wilted kale salad, sautéed lightly with olive oil, then tossed with baby piccolo tomatoes and caramelised Spanish onions for texture and to impart natural sweetness.

Time Out tip: Don’t miss out on the special manuka honey cake and tahini brownie with ice cream, alongside boozy botanical-inspired tipples.

Address: 51 Joo Chiat Rd, Katong Point, #01-04, Singapore 427664
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 8am-9pm; Fri 8am-9.30pm; Sat 7.30am-9.30pm; Sun 7.30am-9pm
Expect to pay: Around $35 for a main and coffee.

What is it? Workspace Espresso stands out from the ‘build-it-yourself’ grain bowl crowd by offering dishes peppered with Middle Eastern flavours.

Why we love it: You can select one base, one hot protein, three sides, two toppings and a dressing. Or, choose one of the pre-constructed Super Bowls like Belly Awesome or Oishi-Seyo. Belly Awesome comes with roasted pork belly, tofu, brown rice, and baby french beans, while Oishi-Seyo comes with miso mirin salmon, chap chae, eggplant, and kimchi salad.

Time Out tip: Aside from grain bowls, Workspace also offers pita pockets, coffee and cakes so you’ll always have a pick-me-up for the rest of the day.

Address: 12 Marina Blvd, MBFC Tower 3, #01-08, Singapore 018982
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 7.30am-6pm
Expect to pay: Around $15 to $20 for a grain bowl.

What is it? An all-day dining concept of Tiong Bahru Bakery, serving up thoughtful, clean plates that aren’t just leaves tossed with dressing.

Why we love it: The hot chicken salad with caramelised pumpkin might sound simple, but to prepare it, chicken breast is first marinated overnight in turmeric and lemongrass, then slow-cooked in a pan. For a balanced square meal, pair it with the Super Green warm soup, blended with a long list of nutritious greens, or get the one-dish Rainbow Bowl where brown and wild rice are topped with pineapple kimchi, purple potato chips, salsa verde, and a slow-cooked organic egg.

Time Out tip: Don't attempt to resist the buttery pastries on display – Tiong Bahru Bakery serves up some of the fluffiest croissants that we all know and love.

Address: 252 North Bridge Rd, Raffles City Shopping Centre, #B1-11, Singapore 179103
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 7.30am-10pm, Sat-Sun 8am-10pm
Expect to pay: Around $25 for a main and coffee.