Must-see restaurants in Singapore

  • Hai Tien Lo

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    Enjoy the view of the bird's-nest lobby as you head up for a feast of contemporary Cantonese delicacies. Dim sum connoisseurs can stuff themselves silly…

  • StraitsKitchen

    Singapore

    Better value at lunch than dinner, buffet-style StraitsKitchen is the Grand Hyatt's upmarket take on the hawker centre, serving up scrumptious regional…

  • Thanying

    Chinatown & the CBD

    Thanying is one of Singapore’s best Thai restaurants. Meticulously prepared royal Thai curries and stir-fries are shuffled out by efficient, unobtrusive…

  • Saveur

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    Duck confit for S$16.90? Or boeuf bourguignon for S$20.90? It's the (low) price you pay for French dining in a coffeeshop sans linen and high airs service…

  • Rochor Original Beancurd

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Family run for over 60 years, Rochor Original Beancurd is known the island over for serving up the silkiest bean curd. Order it either hot or cold, grab a…

  • Ah Chew Desserts

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Packed with locals wanting a sweet post-dinner fix, this place boasts a massive menu featuring a variety of Chinese desserts. The durian sago is a…

  • VeganBurg

    Singapore

    This is what McDonald's would look like if Ronald turned plant-loving vegan. The menu boasts a range of burgers, value meals and even broccoli served in a…

  • Burgs By Project Warung

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Possibly the best place in town to get your hands on a smashing burger and probably the cheapest, Burgs' soft buns are seared with a B and stuffed with…

  • Rochor Beancurd

    Singapore

    This tiny bolt-hole has an epic reputation. People head here from all over the city for a bowl of its obscenely fresh, silky bean curd (opt for it warm)…

  • Crystal Jade Kitchen

    Singapore

    Dim sum is the speciality of this branch of the popular Crystal Jade chain, especially the Shanghai xiao long bao (soup dumplings) – careful the soup…

  • Mei Xiang Goreng Pisang

    Singapore

    Tucked away inside laid-back Changi Village Hawker Centre, this humble stall is justifiably famous for its beautifully crisp, golden banana fritters. We…

  • Sungei Road Laksa

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Get a cheap, steamy fix at Sungei Road Laksa. The fragrant, savoury coconut-base soup here enjoys a cult following, and only charcoal is used to keep the…

  • Food Republic

    Singapore

    A cornucopia of street food in air-conditioned comfort. Muck in with the rest of the crowd for seats before joining the longest queues for dishes spanning…

  • Toa Payoh Rojak

    Singapore

    Foodies across the island revere this humble hawker stand, famed for its Chinese-style rojak (type of salad). The secret is super-fresh ingredients, from…

  • Jaggi's

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Authentic, canteen-style Jaggi's serves up delicious Punjabi food to loyal locals. Point and choose, and mix and match until you have a meal's worth of…

  • Jian Bo Shui Kueh

    Chinatown & the CBD

    On the 2nd floor of bustling Tiong Bahru Market & Food Centre, this hawker stall serves rich, delicious shui kueh (steamed rice cake with diced, spicy…

  • Ar Rahman Royal Prata

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    This unassuming Tekka Centre hawker stall flips some of Singapore's finest murtabak (stuffed savoury pancake). Our pick is the mutton; wash it down with a…

  • Tuck Kee Ipoh Sah Hor Fun

    Chinatown & the CBD

    This hawker stall is famous for its beautiful crayfish and prawn hor fun, stir-fried ribbon rice noodles and shellfish in a translucent gravy. Be warned…

  • Loving Hut

    Singapore

    Bright, airy and oozing healthy vibes, this strictly plant-based cafe serves up traditional local fare. Try the 'sesame chicken claypot rice' or 'manbo…

  • Malaysian Food Street

    Sentosa Island

    With its faux-Malaysian streetscape, this indoor hawker centre beside Universal Studios feels a bit Disney. Thankfully, there's nothing fake about the…

  • Ah Heng Curry Chicken Bee Hoon Mee

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    Work up a sweat with a bowl of award-winning coconut-curry noodle soup, scooped fresh from a fragrant, simmering vat. Don't worry if you find a snaking…

  • Mattar Road Seafood BBQ

    Singapore

    One of Singapore's best hawker stalls for chilli and white pepper crab, while you're there try the fiery sambal stingray as well.

  • Poke Theory

    Chinatown & the CBD

    During peak times, health fanatics practically overrun Poke Theory. The object of their desire? Poke (pronounced poh-kay), Hawaiian raw fish, served in…

  • PS Cafe, Ann Siang Rd

    PS Cafe

    Chinatown & the CBD

    From the ground-floor black-marble bar to the upstairs sweep of crisp linen, Chesterfield banquettes and Dior-clad women, colonial glamour is always in…

  • Deen's Food Stall Appam Specialist

    A1 Deen's Biryani

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    You'll find Singaporeans of all ages in line at this hawker stall to indulge in appam (fermented rice-flour and coconut-milk pancake), a nostalgic…

  • Lokal

    LoKal

    Chinatown & the CBD

    By day this Aussie-style eatery, with a German twist inspired by neighbouring Goethe-Institut, serves up mouthwatering homemade dishes that have patrons…

  • Tiong Shian Porridge Centre, stall

    Tiong Shian Porridge Centre

    Chinatown & the CBD

    Appetite piqued, pull up a plastic stool at Tiong Shian Porridge Centre, an old-school kopitiam (coffeeshop) where elderly uncles tuck into delicious…

  • Nanyang Old Coffee

    Nanyang Old Coffee

    Chinatown & the CBD

    A smart choice for a traditional Singaporean breakfast of kaya (coconut jam) toast, runny eggs and strong kopi (coffee). Sit outside in the breezy five…

  • Rojak Popiah & Cockle

    Rojak, Popiah & Cockle

    Chinatown & the CBD

    Hit this veteran stall for juicy, made-to-order popiah (fresh spring rolls) and the sweet-and-sour flavour explosion of rojak (tropical fruit and…

  • Le Chasseur

    Singapore

    Think you're in for escargot? Think again. Set inside an airy, super-local hawker centre, low-frills Le Chasseur is one of Singapore's best bets for…

  • Trapizza

    Sentosa Island

    At the quieter end of Siloso Beach, Trapizza is a great place to head if you're after a great beach vista coupled with yummy thin crust pizzas straight…

  • Ah Meng Restaurant

    Singapore

    Smack bang in the middle of the Singapore Zoo this is the easiest place to grab a bite to eat during your visit. Choose from local favourites like…

  • Rasapura Masters

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    If you prefer your hawker grub with a side of air-con, head to this bustling, gleaming food court in Marina Bay Sands mall's basement. Its stalls cover…

  • Inle Myanmar

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    Bright and relaxed, this is the most accessible of the Burmese eateries inside Peninsula Plaza. Order a bowl of signature mohinga, a delicate, sweet-and…

  • Providore

    Singapore

    Waiting at the top of Mandarin Gallery's outdoor escalator is Providore, a cool, upbeat cafe pimped with white tiles, industrial details and shelves…

  • Wild Honey

    Singapore

    Industrial-style windows, concrete floors and plush designer furniture: airy, contemporary Wild Honey serves scrumptious all-day breakfasts from around…

  • Ananda Bhavan

    Little India & Kampong Glam

    This super-cheap chain restaurant is a top spot to sample South Indian breakfast staples like idly (fermented rice cakes) and dosa (thin, lentil-flour…

  • Ulu Ulu Safari Restaurant

    Singapore

    Offering buffet or à la carte dining, you can choose from a spread of local specialities and seafood. An Asian buffet is available from 5.30pm to 8.15pm,…

  • Charlie’s Corner

    Singapore

    Set on the oceanside corner of the Changi Village hawker centre, Charlie's is an institution. There's a wide variety of beers and a long list of comfort…

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