When it comes to dining in Singapore, it’s easy to feel spoiled for choice—from humble hawker fare to extravagant tasting menus with cuisines from almost every corner of the planet represented, we have one of the world’s most vibrant foodie scenes. Perhaps the best way to choose a dining destination then is to consider the kind of experience you want to have. To help you on your way, we’ve curated 14 options to ensure that your next meal is one to remember.
An island escape
Native Kitchen
If you’ve ever dreamed of getting away from the bustling city, you’ll soon get a taste of islandic flavors inspired by the Pacific Islands. An exciting arrival on Singapore’s dining scene opening on Apr 1, Native Kitchen is located at the brand-new Village Hotel at Sentosa. Fitting for its island location, this all-day dining restaurant has a focus on cuisines from across Asia and Polynesia. Only the freshest ingredients from land and sea go into the dishes here.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the a la carte menu. Book now.
Lobby Level, Village Hotel at Sentosa, 10 Artillery Ave., www.nativekitchen.com.sg, 6722-0818, [email protected]
A carnival for carnivores
Bedrock Bar & Grill
For a date night in town, you only need to look to Bedrock Bar & Grill. An intimate space just off the beaten trail of Orchard Road, Bedrock takes you on a culinary journey to exquisite taste of the world’s premium beef. Start with a top-shelf single malt whisky, before tucking into the roasted bone marrow, Bedrock mac & cheese and a 400 days grain-fed tomahawk steak and ending the celebrations with a Bedrock Crumble for two.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the a la carte lunch menu. Book now.
#01-05 Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, 96 Somerset Rd., (Next to 313 @ Somerset), www.bedrock.com.sg, 6238-0054, [email protected]
Fat Cow
While you eagerly wait for your next culinary odyssey in Japan, you can soak up the wabi-sabi vibes at this steakhouse that draws inspiration from the Land of the Rising Sun. Take your pick from some of the most esteemed names in wagyu beef, including Saga, Ohmi and Miyazaki, and have your cut prepared in your preferred style: shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, hobayaki or sumibikyaki. Or leave everything up to the chef and savour a decadent treat with one of their four Chef’s Table Omakase menus. Toast to the experience with a bottle of Fat Cow’s own Daiginjo sake.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the a la carte dinner menu and Chef’s Table Omakase during dinner. Book now.
#01-01/02 Camden Medical Centre, 1 Orchard Blvd., www.fat-cow.com.sg, 6735-0308, [email protected]
A bayside breather
The Pelican
A prime spot whenever fireworks fly over Marina Bay, The Pelican is a restaurant that seeks to revive the glamor of the (very Instagrammable) golden age of luxury sea travel. Stop by their seven-meter-long bar and start with a signature concoction like the Love & Day (Bacardi Oakheart, Cruzan rum, pineapple, lime and maple syrup). Then dive into a menu fit for the flashiest seafarer: Snapper Pie, Lobster Sliders, Lobster Mac & Cheese, Pelican Grilled Seafood Platter and the Ribeye Steak. These are definitely some of their must-haves.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the a la carte menu. Book now.
#01-01 One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Rd., www.thepelican.com.sg, 6438-0400, [email protected]
Kinki Restaurant + Bar
With a spectacular view of the Marina Bay from your seat at the restaurant level of Kinki Restaurant + Bar, be blown away by their extensive menu of sushi and sashimi platters, Maki rolls like the Golden Mentaiko and Black Dragon and even chef’s renditions of the Pomegranate Miso Black Cod, Oyster Ginzayaki and the Wagyu Garlic Teppanyaki. For the perfect accompaniment, check out the wide array of wine, sake, craft beer, premium spirits and original cocktails. After dinner, head up to the rooftop bar as you enjoy the cool breeze and unobstructed view as you dance the night away to the hits played by the DJs.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the a la carte menu. Book now.
#02-02 Customs House, 70 Collyer Quay, www.kinki.com.sg, 6533-3471, [email protected]
A classy coffee break
Oriole Coffee + Bar
Spending quality time with your favorite people can sometimes involve digging into comfort food or a catch-up over coffee, and where better to do that than an establishment that serves coffee using it’s own in-house Oriole beans. However, Coffee can easily turn into a night out at Oriole, and indulge in coffee-infused cocktails and bar grubs that run the gamut from the crispy har cheong gai, Oriole truffle burger, ginger fish & chips to the tender St Louis pork ribs.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the a la carte menu. Book now.
#01-01 Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, 96 Somerset Rd., (Next to 313@Somerset), www.oriole.com.sg, 6238-8348, [email protected]
An all-day treat
The Marmalade Pantry
Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, this long-standing establishment of all things fresh, healthy and hearty awaits to welcome you at one of their three outlets. At their flagship outlet located at ION orchard, try out the must-try items including the baked camembert, curry barramundi and Masterchef Singapore’s Runner-up, Gen Lee’s desserts or head over to the other two outlets located at Oasia Hotel Downtown and Oasia Hotel Novena for their popular spicy crabmeat pasta, signature sticky date pudding or afternoon tea set. If you’re working around the CBD area and need a mid-day snack, head over to The Marmalade Pantry Petite and grab a sandwich or cupcake to go.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the a la carte menu. www.themarmaladepantry.com.sg
Reservations
The Marmalade Pantry ION Orchard (Book now)
#04-11a ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, 6734-2700, [email protected]
The Marmalade Pantry Downtown (Book now)
#01-01 Oasia Hotel Downtown, 100 Peck Seah St., 6385-0741, [email protected]
The Marmalade Pantry Novena (Book now)
#01-02/04 Oasia Hotel Novena, 8 Sinaran Dr., 6664-0348, [email protected]
Walk-ins only
The Marmalade Pantry Petite
#01-02 SBF Centre, 160 Robinson Rd., 6581-572, [email protected]
An adventure through gin
Cin Cin
If you want to set sail and join the gin craze that has been sweeping over Singapore (and the rest of the world) in recent years, Cin Cin is among the best embarkation points. Their menu brims with gins of every variety—aged, flavored, London dry, modern, Old Tom, navy strength, sloe and genever—with enough tonics to provide you with more than 500 G&T combinations. Punctuate them with some pulled pork sliders, seared ahi tuna and a charcuterie platter for a delightful pairing.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off drinks and the bar snacks menu. Book now.
1/F Oasia Hotel Downtown, 100 Peck Seah St., www.cincin.sg, 6385-2604, [email protected]
A leveled-up local feast
Straits Cafe
Straits in name, straits in cuisine. For a culinary adventure that takes you through the straits of Singapore and Malacca, with stops in Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Penang, get your crew together at Straits Cafe. From DIY kueh pie tee, traditional Klang chic kut teh, Penang fried carrot cake to durian pengat, their buffet has it all. If you’re there for the dinner buffet, they’ve even got a lok lok station with all your favourite items.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off buffets and the a la carte menu. Book now.
1/F Rendezvous Hotel Singapore, 9 Bras Basah Rd., 6708-7745, [email protected]
Katong Kitchen
Featuring the Flavours of Singapore, Katong Kitchen’s buffets are no secret to those residing in the East. Reacquaint yourself with the unique culture of the Straits-born Chinese with a buffet that features Katong laksa, ayam buah keluak, sayur lemak lodeh, beef rendang and their signature cempedak crème brulee—all while surrounded by Peranakan-inspired decor.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off buffets and the a la carte menu. Book now.
4/F Village Hotel Katong, 25 Marine Parade Rd., www.fb.com/katongkitchen, 6551-2141, [email protected]
A seaside sojourn
Saltwater
Changi Village might be among Singapore’s most remote locales, but a weekend trek out east is always rewarded with good food and relaxing seaside vibes. With views of Changi Golf Club, Saltwater is a great spot to revel in the serenity with menus packed with local, Asian and international delights. Savor sambal fish, prawn noodles, mutton korma and beef stew; with kueh lapis, cheng tng and assorted Nonya kuehs to finish. Over the weekend, check out their Chill & Grill dinner buffet featuring an international spread as well as live grill stations.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off buffets and the a la carte menu. Book now.
1/F Changi Village Hotel, 1 Netheravon Rd., 6379-7018, [email protected]
A delightful dessert
Dean & Deluca
It always pays to save room for dessert, and that’s especially true at this iconic American import. After you’ve had your pizza, pasta or all-day breakfast, you can look forward to a finale of their signature rainbow cake, red velvet cake, hazelnut mocha dacquoise and more, or—if you’re at their Orchard Central outlet—pastries like their strawberry-rhubarb crumble and pear and hazelnut frangipane tart.
Mastercard holders enjoy 15% off the a la carte menu. www.deandeluca.com.sg, [email protected]
Dean & Deluca Orchard Central
#01-09/10/15 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd., 6509-7708
Dean & Deluca HillV2
#01-01 HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, 6710-7282
Dean & Deluca Far East Square
#01-01 Far East Square, 47 Pekin St., 6536-2460
Cold Stone Creamery
Ice cream specialists who have been making people smile for more than 30 years, Cold Stone Creamery has three outlets around the country. That means that their signature treats—think Banana Caramel Crunch, Oreo Overload, Peanut Butter Cup Perfection and Our Strawberry Blonde—are never too far away. For the little ones, they’ve also got Pixar character cakes for any occasion such as Minions, Trolls, Madagascar and Jurassic Park.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off ice cream, shakes, smoothies and ice cream cakes. www.coldstonecreamery.com.sg, [email protected]
Cold Stone Creamery HillV2
#01-01 HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, 6710-7262
Cold Stone Creamery Waterway Point
#B1-K13 (East Wing) Waterway Point., 83 Punggol Central, 6284-1692
Cold Stone Creamery VivoCity
#02-K1 VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, 6376-9352
A bespoke soiree
Kitchen Language Catering
Enjoy entertaining at home? Got a big event or meeting on the horizon? Gearing up to celebrate a milestone birthday or anniversary? Then Kitchen Language Catering is a name you need to know. Leveraging on a cast of culinary talents across a wide array of cuisines from brands like Bedrock Bar & Grill, The Marmalade Pantry and Oriole Coffee + Bar, they’ll set you up with buffets, canapes, bento boxes and sit-down dinners that are guaranteed to impress.
Mastercard cardholders enjoy 15% off the total bill with a minimum spend of $600.
www.kitchenlanguage.com.sg, 6830-6456, [email protected]
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