Best Dining & Food Experiences
Singapore’s culinary identity merges centuries-old street food traditions with high-end modern gastronomy. This selection features historic hawker centers like the 19th-century Lau Pa Sat and Maxwell Food Centre, home to the famous Tian Tian Chicken Rice. Explore ethnic food hubs in Arab Street and Tekka Centre, or visit Michelin-starred venues such as Jaan for 70th-floor views. From riverside dining at Clarke Quay to the traditional kaya toast at Ya Kun, these locations represent the city's diverse flavors and heritage.
A Clarke Quay
Historic riverside quay featuring a vibrant entertainment and dining district with a mix of local and international cuisine and nightlife venues.
B Arab Street
Vibrant district known for its rich Middle Eastern culture, traditional shophouses, colorful street art, and diverse dining options.
C Lau Pa Sat
Also known as Telok Ayer Market, this 19th-century octagonal building houses one of the best places where to taste authentic Singaporean…
D Haji Ln
Located in the Kampong Glam district, this narrow street is lined with petit storehouses that house various souvenir shops, fashion…
E Ya Kun Kaya Toast
Legendary local chain serving Singapore-style coffee and tea and a variety of toasts and Asian style sandwiches.
F Boat Quay
Back in the 19th century, this part of Port of Singapore was probably the busiest one and it served as a center of commerce.
G Chinatown Complex
This huge hawkers' center holds a whole floor of various food and drink stalls serving great Singaporean dishes at good prices.
H Chijmes
This former Catholic convent with Neo-Gothic chapel now serves as an entertainment venue.
I 1-Altitude Rooftop Gallery & Bar
Occupying top 3 floors of One Raffles Place, this multi-concept facility features many dining and partying spots, all coming with an…
J Tekka Food Centre
This place houses a wet market and numerous shops and stalls where you can buy local specialties, delicacies, spices, and souvenirs.
K Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
Do you want to try the best of local cuisine? Come to this restaurant and try some delicious bak kut teh soup.
L Tian Tian Chicken Rice
Located within Maxwell Food Centre, this Michelin Bib Gourmand stall is renowned for its Hainanese chicken rice, featuring fragrant rice and tender poached chicken served with a signature ginger and chili sauce.
M Maxwell Food Center
Situated in Chinatown, this prominent hawker center houses over 100 stalls. It occupies a former wet market site and is a central hub for traditional Singaporean dishes, including oyster cakes and fish soup.
Jaan
This Michelin Star awarded restaurant does not offer only exquisite dishes but also mesmerizing view from the 70th floor.
Zam Zam Singapore
Established in 1904, this historic restaurant opposite Sultan Mosque specializes in traditional Murtabak, Briyani, and Indian-Muslim cuisine. It is one of the oldest dining institutions in the Kampong Glam district.
Rhubarb
Come and try this newly opened cosy French restaurant. Excellent French food is accompanied by excellent French wine.
Q Satay by the Bay
Can't decide what to have to eat? Don't worry, Satays by the Bay has everything.
R My Awesome Cafe
Housed in the restored building of the former Chung Hwa Free Clinic, this cafe retains its 1950s facade and industrial interior. It serves a menu of salads and sandwiches amidst vintage Chinese medicine cabinets.
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