New Restaurants

Osteria BBR by Alain Ducasse
The iconic Bar & Billiard Room (BBR) at Raffles Hotel Singapore celebrates a new chapter with the opening of Osteria BBR by Alain Ducasse. Previously specialising in Mediterranean-inspired fare, the new concept focuses on Italian cuisine where menu features a contemporary selection of antipasti, freshly-cooked pastas, succulent seafood, grilled meats, wood-fired pizzas and more. Other than an ala carte menu, indulge in a curated Menu Tentazioni (S$108++ per guest), showcasing a handpicked medley of 7 signature creations. At lunch, there is the 2-course (S$36++ per guest) or 3-course (S$42++ per guest) menu option.

Address: Raffles Hotel Singapore, 1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673 

Pi Food
Located at UBS Singapore Business Hub (former Park Mall) is Pi Food, a new Hong Kong-style cha chaan teng eatery by Hong Kong Head Chef Tsang Tak Ching, who worked as a Sous Chef at Lei Garden (Hong Kong) for 7 years before heading to Singapore. The menu is quite extensive and there is a wide array of classic Hong Kong-style noodles, rice, congee, sandwiches and roast meats, along with Canto-Western dishes.

Address: 9 Penang Road, #01-18, Singapore 238459 

Common Man Coffee Roasters Joo Chiat
Joo Chiat is getting exciting with new cafe openings and the latest to sprout here is Common Man Coffee Roasters Joo Chiat (CMCR JC). As one of the most established cafe brands in Singapore, the Joo Chiat outlet is a corner shophouse setting and I like how airy the space is, as the windows open out to the buzzing Joo Chiat Road, while a dedicated filter coffee brewing bar takes centrestage here as well. You can expect an extensive all-day breakfast and lunch menu (salads, burgers, sandwiches and mains), with highlights like the duo of Sourdough Pancakes exclusive to CMCR JC. [Read more here…]

Address: 185 Joo Chiat Road , Singapore 427456 

Rén Lounge
This new Japanese Omakase restaurant located next to JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach focuses on Edo-style Japanese Omakase for lunch and dinner which include seasonal appetisers, exquisite sashimi and sushi, and dessert. The concept of Ren Lounge comprises several distinct spaces, starting from the lounge for bar snacks and drinks. The counter seats in the centre of the restaurant is for omakase dining with an open kitchen concept; and there is also a private room. The counter seats can accommodate up to just 16 diners at a time for lunch and dinner. [Read more here…]

Address: #01-01 South Beach Avenue, 30 Beach Road, Singapore 189763

Hey Yakiniku 
Located at Bugis Junction, Hey Yakiniku is a new Japanese Yakiniku restaurant facing Victoria Street which serves affordable Japanese BBQ experience. The spacious restaurant spots a contemporary light wood furnishing, with table sizes for couples, small and big groups. It serves mainly US and Australian beef cuts, Spanish pork and Brazilian chicken. There are set meals as well as a la carte options. [Read more here…]

Address: 80 Middle Road, #01-92/96, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188966 

Republic Bar 
New East Wing look for The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, which now include a Library Reception and a new food and beverage concept, Republic. The new concept took over the space of what used to be Chihuly Lounge. The cocktail menu centres around historical anecdotes originating from Singapore, the United Kingdom, the United States of America and Italy; and a curated selection of the finest vintage spirits epoch of the 1960s. The food menu spans across The Sea, The Land, The Farm and The Sweets [Read more here…]

Address: 7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039799 

Acoustics Coffee Bar
Previously located in Ang Moi Kio, Acoustics Coffee Bar recently opened along Neil Road and spots a cosy interior with mainly wood finishing and the ubiquitous rattan furniture. It is named Acoustics as it uses acoustic panels on their walls, which is supposed to reduce echo in the space and provide a more conducive dining environment. Expect Big Breakfast, Pancakes and their signature Laksa Cream Spaghetti.

Address: 61 Neil Road, Singapore 088895

Chez Suzette 
A two-storey French inspired cafe which opened in Teck Lim Road few days ago, the charming space of Chez Suzette will not make it look out of place even if it is placed on Champs-Élysées. Their owner is ex-Joël Robuchon alumni, so you can expect certain finesse in their brunch offerings, such as the Toast Soldiers in Organic Eggs. If the weather is cool, it is nice to snag an outdoor table and pretend you are living the Parisian life.

Address: 5 Teck Lim Road, Singapore 088383

Buzzing Restaurants

Revamped Space At French Restaurant Fleur De Sel
The space of the French restaurant has transformed significantly, spotting a much brighter dining ambience with floral prints, rattan boards and furniture, an open concept kitchen, all of which add to the pleasant dining ambience. Apart from the space, there are also changes to the set menus post revamp. Set lunch and dinner menus are available, starting from S$78++ for Fleur De Sel Set Lunch or S$198++ for Degustation Set Lunch. Dinner is either the S$148++ Fleur De Sel Set Dinner, or the S$198++ Degustation Set Dinner. [Read more here…]

Address: 64 Tras Street, Singapore 079003 

Avenue 87 Introduces New Tasting Menu And Lounge At Avenue 87 
The new tasting menu continues to deliver nostalgia with surprises from Glen and Alex’s creative interpretations of their favourite dishes and flavours. Available in five and seven courses (S$98++ and S$142++ respectively), expect dishes like Amberjack marinated with sesame oil and ponzu; Tofu inspired from tao kwa bao; Do-It-Yourself Mala Hot Pot; Daikon inspired from local carrot cake; and Beef Short Rib. There is also the Lounge at Avenue 87, a new space at level 2 which just opened and is very much a speakeasy bar accessible only through the restaurant’s back-end staircase. 

Address: 47 Amoy Street, Singapore 069873 

PasirPanjangBoy x Riviera Collaboration For World Gourmet Summit 
Every Saturday from 4 September to 2 October, dine at Riviera with PasirPanjangBoy, our local Culinary Maestro  Tinoq Russell Goh and Dylan. Along with Riviera’s Executive Chef Rémy Carmignani and Executive Pastry Chef Nicolas  Vergnole, there is a specially curated four-hands brunch menu that introduce Mediterranean and Peranakan flavours. Available at S$98++ per person, expect dishes like Sotong Hitam Risotto, Beef Rendang, Assam Pedas En Papillote, Kueh Pie Tee, and more.  

Address: 1 Fullerton Road, #02-06 One Fullerton, Singapore 049213 

Birds Of A Feather Unveils New Sichuan-Inspired Western Mainstays
Popular Sichuan-Western restaurant Birds Of A Feather located at Amoy Street spots a new menu, after a year long exploration and research by Executive Chef Eugene See. I love the Birds Avocado & Crab Bruschetta, a combination of Crab Tartare, Caviar, Brioche & Sichuan Avocado Guacamole. For the first time since it opened, Birds Of A Feather has also introduced communal large-portion dishes in its menu. The Homestyle Braised Pork Belly is topped with decadent shaved Black Truffle, which adds to the aroma of the delicious mushroom garlic fried rice. [Read more here…]

Address: 115 Amoy Street, #01-01, Singapore 069935  

Alma By Juan Amador Celebrates Its 6th Year With A Specially Curated Anniversary Menu 
The One-Michelin starred restaurant’s Anniversary Set will be available from 1 to 30 September 2021 at Alma by Juan Amador. Expect dishes such as Swordfish ‘Toro’, an aged swordfish belly sashimi, cured for three days in salt, sugar, lemon and an orange mixture; Mieral Pigeon, Chef’s Amador’s signature dish which features a tender pigeon breast topped with a crust of aromatic purple curry and paired with coconut puree, diced fresh mangoes and pigeon jus. Choose between the special 5-course lunch & dinner menu (from 12 to 2:30pm, 6 to 10pm) at S$198++/pax, or the grand 8-course dinner menu (from 6 to 10pm) at S$298++/pax. 

Address: 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221 

Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee Opens At Balestier
Patrons of Old Airport Road (OAR) Food Centre will definitely know Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee, one of the most popular stalls in OAR and perhaps the most famous Lor Mee stall in Singapore. The brand just opened its second outlet in Balestier Road as a contemporary looking restaurant, a stark contrast from its OG stall. [Read more here…]

Address: #01-01, Eastpac Building, 586 Balestier Road, Singapore 329898 

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