Rocks Urban Grill + Bar | Review
When we visited the Emmanuel Stroobant Group of Restaurants’ latest baby on a weekday afternoon, it seemed as if someone had decreed it the power lunch venue du jour. There they were, Raffles Place’s finest, schmoozing like it was still 2006. Since we did not have a reservation, we were told apologetically that we would […]
Claypot Fun
One of the most important things needed in traditional Cantonese cooking: Fragrance. Which is why four-month-old Claypotfun (a collaboration between the Jumbo Group, Seafood International and Palm Beach Seafood) comes highly recommended—especially for its staple of claypot rice (choose from minced beef and egg, frog leg, or chicken and mushroom). The dish, which takes up […]
Potion
At the boutique hotel Nostalgia in heartland heaven Tiong Bahru, glam meets colonial in an intimate collection of 50 rooms, all kitted out with top amenities, out-of-the-norm furnishings and artwork. Fittingly, Potion—the hotel’s open-air restaurant—also offers dinners a taste of tradition mixed with today. Chef Max has created an interesting Australian-fusion menu that updates classic […]
Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant
Known for its Peking duck, this gold and black themed restaurant also dishes out delicious plates of dim sum.
Long Bar Steakhouse
A plantation restaurant, Long Bar Steakhouse makes a reasonable choice for quiet leisurely meals pre- or post-drinks. The interior is charmingly old-world and reminiscent of the days of Cavendish, Conrad and Kipling. Interestingly, the sides outshine the meat and seafood mains. Try the steakhouse mash, braised mushrooms, sizzling asparagus and Doris’ “Dilly Bread.” Craving a […]
Teochew City Seafood Restaurant
There aren’t that many Teochew restaurants in Singapore and Teochew City Seafood Restaurant is one of them. Join the aunties, families and foodies that come here for its honest-to-goodness, authentic Teochew chow. Traditional Teochew signature dishes like cold crab; claypot shark’s fin soup; steamed pomfret; and the ultimate Teochew dish—braised duck—are really good. Can’t get […]
Mirchi—Taste of India
This Indian venture by the ever-expanding Harry’s Group is a lovely place to dine the afternoon away, with its classy interior, soothing ambiance, silk curtains, ornate furnishings and polite staff. Look out for the spicy chicken tikka (chicken bemisal), kebabs with yogurt marinated lamb (boti kebab) and tandoori lobster. Also at #01-01 Far East Square, […]
Olive Tree
You’ll find an international spread running the gamut from sushi to local dishes here. While the menu changes every year, signatures such as gulai lemak nanas (pineapple curry with prawns); quattro stagioni pizza; and rosemary skewered vegetables; Italian polenta; tomato fondue and pesto are main-stayers.
Element Restaurant
At the newly revamped Element, you won’t just get to enjoy a buffet spread (from $45 per person) of international treats like sashimi, foie gras, and a range of Asian-inspired dishes, but also Spanish fare by chef Mikel Badiola, who puts out creations like seafood paella at the buffet area. You can also take your pick […]
Raffles Grill
Even though Raffles Grill has been around forever, the impeccable service, formal colonial ambiance and gourmet menu that reads like poetry all remain. From caviar, duck liver, lobster medallion and prime steaks, the food is one rich culinary delight after another. A pianist provides soothing music, while smartly-attired wait staff perform discreetly.