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Nikuya Tanaka Singapore
Are you a fan of Kobe beef? A new Japanese omakase restaurant has opened at Teck Lim Road. Meet Nikuya Tanaka Singapore, the first international outpost of the award-winning steakhouse from Tokyo’s Ginza district. Nikuya Tanaka Singapore is discreetly located on level two of the shophouse unit, and it spots a contemporary and minimalist interior.  Only tasting menus are offered for lunch and dinner where lunch is priced at S$280 & S$360, while dinner is at S$420 & S$550. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 1 Teck Lim Road, Singapore 088379

La Vache!
Located at Gemmill Lane, La Vache! is the latest kid on the block located on one of the most hidden dining lanes in Singapore, Gemmill Lane. The name La Vache! is the French expression for ‘Holy Cow!’, where the theme of the French restaurant honours the enduring legacy of L’Entrecôte which is an integral part of classic French dining. A very straightforward and brainless menu where the restaurant offers a standard set menu at S$68++ per person which essentially gets you salad, steak, and unlimited fries.  Excellent and good value steak frites in the CBD. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 40 Gemmill Lane, #01-03, Singapore 069269 

54° Steakhouse
Located at the buzzing Amoy Street, 54° Steakhouse is the latest kid on the block in the CBD by Group Executive Chef Andrea De Paola, also by the group behind Altro Zafferano and Griglia. The name 54° Steakhouse is inspired by the ideal internal temperature of a perfect medium-rare steak, where this is a modern steakhouse concept offering premium cuts from around the world, with exclusive cuts from Black Market beef by Rangers Valley only available at 54° Steakhouse. Steaks are grilled over ironbark wood and white binchotan. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 54 Amoy Street, Singapore 069880

Tensei by Sushi Yuki 
Three unique concepts in one destination – this new shophouse space at Club Street is a Xijiu Exclusive Counter on level one, Tempura and Teppanyaki Dining one level two, and Tatenokawa Exclusive Counter on level three. Their dining on level two is a mix of Tempura and Teppanyaki with seasonal creations that rotate regularly, alongside signatures such as the Amaebi Tempura, marinated in a house-made Xijiu Shoyu. Another highlight is the Wagyu Beef Tempura, finished with shaved truffle. 

Address: 90 Club Street, Singapore 069458 

Bibik Violet 
The newest dining concept by Violet Oon Group is Bibik Violet, an all-day Peranakan café and bakery at accessible wallet friendly prices at Temasek Shophouse, a century-old landmark along Orchard Road. No reservations are required at Bibik Violet, where you can start your morning with the classic Kaya Toast, Soft-boiled Eggs, and a robust cup of traditional Singapore kopi. For lunch or dinner, signature dishes include the Nasi Lemak, Nyonya Laksa, and Prawn Mee Soup. A variety of Peranakan small plates like Achar, Ngo Hiang, Kueh Pie Tee, alongside iconic Peranakan dishes like Babi Pong Tay, Buah Keluak Pork Ribs, Udang Pedas Nanas and Curry Chicken are also good for sharing. 

Address: Temasek Shophouse, 28 Orchard Road, Singapore 238832

Buzzing Restaurants

NAE:UM Reopened With Gorgeous Revamped Space
As one of the best contemporary Korean restaurants in Singapore, the Michelin one-starred NAE:UM reopened last month after a complete revamp of its space. The inspiration of NAE:UM’s new space stems from the hanok – a traditional Korean house – where the interior takes on a soft neutral tone with an exposed beam ceiling in the main dining hall. For its menu, Chef Louis presents ‘Contemporary Korean cuisine’ through stories instead of episodes previously. Standouts for me include the Seabream with lemon and daikon; chef’s signature Buckwheat noodle with white kimchi and morel dumpling; and Samegarei fish with a rich maeuntang butter sauce in a spicy seafood broth. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 161 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068615   

FOC Restaurant‘s New Home At Keong Saik Road
After 11 years on Hongkong Street, FOC Restaurant has found its new home at Keong Saik Road. The new space of FOC Restaurant has a capacity of 54 seats and can now host bigger groups at one seating. There is also a more spacious private dining room which comfortably seats up to 16 guests. Known for its authentic Catalan flavours, you can expect an elevated menu of familiar Catalan dishes reimagined the FOC way with 3-course set lunch from S$56++. Standouts for me include the Smoked Cantabrico Anchovies, Momotaro Tomato Salad and ‘Patatas Bravas’ FOC Style. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 32 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089139 

Le Pristine Singapore Unveils New Sunday Brunch Buffet 
One of my favourite restaurants in town launched a new Sunday Brunch buffet available from 12pm to 3pm and priced at S$135 per person. There is the option of adding on a 2.5-hour free-flow beverage package, starting from S$50 per person. Expect a fun and cool dining ambience for a relaxed Sunday, coupled with a live DJ spinning music to add to the convivial atmosphere. The Sunday Brunch buffet menu features a cold selection featuring Salad Le Pristine, vitello tonnato, and pumpkin burrata. The dishes are all presented in a buffet style where each station is well-spaced from the other. The seafood bar offers hamachi, tuna, Irish Mor oysters, and gambero rosso with fingerlime, while the live stations serve pizzette marinara, ravioli ricotta verbena, and barbecue gambero. One of the signatures served is also Sergio’s Father’s Fish Soup, a robust bowl of seafood soup and also one of the newest items on their ala carte menu. For desserts, there is a dedicated sweet bar offering soft-serve with toppings, tiramisu, panna cotta, chocolate tart, madeleines, and more. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 10 Scotts Road, Grand Hyatt Singapore, Singapore 228211

New Menu At Restaurant JAG
The Michelin starred restaurant at Robertson Quay has launched seasonal à la carte menus since late 2024 under Executive Chef Laurence’s direction to complement their tasting menus. The à la carte menus typically feature larger plates as compared to the serving in the tasting menus, with proteins taking prominence.Produce is sourced from Europe, Japan, and regionally or locally, and notable dishes I had from their new menu include the likes of Sanchoku Wagyu Beef Tartare, Pan-seared Foie Gras & Apricot, and Pan-seared Sanchoku Wagyu Striploin. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: STPI Creative Workshop and Gallery, 41 Robertson Quay, #02-02, Singapore 238236 

Artichoke Is Now Artichoke Pizza Parlor
Located at New Bahru, Artichoke is not a new restaurant in Singapore but after 15 good years, chef-owner Bjorn Shen has transformed the brand from a Middle Eastern concept to a pizza parlor. Meet Artichoke Pizza Parlor, a new-school pizza joint with old-school soul. With a dough formula years in the making, two different crisp crusts and three types of pizzas — slabs, stacks, and rounds — and unique toppings, do not come here expecting traditional Italian-style pizzas. To go with the pizza, snacks, sharing plates, desserts, and beverages make up the rest of the menu. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 46 Kim Yam Road, #01-02, New Bahru, Singapore 239351 

Fat Cow Launches New Wagyu Omakase Menu
Launched last month, the new Wagyu Omakase menu (S$238++ per pax) at Fat Cow presents a more focused spread that places a premium on substance, offering larger portions while maintaining a disciplined course progression. The selection showcases rare A5 Wagyu from specific prefectures across Japan, each chosen for its distinct characteristics. Standouts include the Sukiyaki Sendai A5 Wagyu and charcoal grilled Namiki A5 Wagyu Steak.  

Address: 1 Orchard Boulevard, #01-01/02, Camden Medical Centre, Singapore 248649 

Moonlit Bloom Afternoon Tea Collaboration With Shanghai Tang At Mandarin Oriental Singapore  
If you love a thematic afternoon tea, this is one gorgeous to check out. The Shanghai Tang-themed afternoon tea experience at the Lobby Lounge in Mandarin Oriental Singapore is a harmonious blend of floral elegance and Oriental allure. The curated ensemble of sweet and savoury delights takes on layers of floral essence and citrus notes with highlights like the Jade Roll, a refreshing celtuce infused with osmanthus, and the Moonlit Zest, a cocoa nib choux with zesty marmalade orange confit. Moonlit Afternoon Tea is available daily from 1pm to 5pm at Lobby Lounge from now till 31 October 2025. 

Address: 5 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039797

New ‘Taste of Canton Set Dinner’ Menu At 5 on 25  
The new ‘Taste of Canton Set Dinner’ allows diners to choose three appetisers, a choice of soup, two mains, a staple, and dessert. Appetisers include the Crispy Locally Grown Shiitake Mushrooms; Crispy Australian Jumbo Quail Leg; and Poached Sea Whelk with Homemade Spicy Sauce. For soup, the Hong Kong-Style Braised Fish Soup with Black Cod, Sea Cucumber, Fish Maw, Yellow Chives, Vermicelli is a comforting and robust soup, while the Hot & Sour Soup with Prawns, Scallops, Bamboo Shoots and Assorted Mushrooms hits the palate with its stronger flavours. Meats include the likes of tender Stir-Fried Tasmanian Cape Grim Angus Tenderloin with Leek, Garlic, Single-Estate Black Kampot Pepper; and Steamed Queensland Giant Grouper Fillet done Hong Kong-Style. For staples, there are a couple of options like the namesake 5 ON 25 Signature Mapo Tofu. 

Address: 5 Fraser Street, Level 25 Andaz Singapore, Singapore 189354

Kemuri – From Yakitori-Focused To Kappo-Style Dining
Located at Cuppage Plaza, Kemuri was previously a Japanese yakitori-focused concept which has now transformed into a kappo-style concept since July 2025. It is still the same intimate space with 11 counter seats and two private tables. The restaurant is now helmed by Head Chef Yuki Saito, previously Sous-Chef at Michelin-starred Kaiseki Komuro in Tokyo with a focus on charcoal-grilled dishes and kappo-style cuisine. [Read more here for our full review] 

Address: 5 Koek Road, #04-04, Cuppage Plaza, Singapore 228796 

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