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The 'Grand Dame' of Singapore restaurants is an experience in elegant sophistication, fine dining and colonial charm. Impeccably dressed waiters with a daunting display of culinary knowledge, attentive yet discreet service, and courteous efficiency are backed by the majestic décor and spotless tableware. The food is similarly outstanding, and dishes like the signature smoked Atlantic salmon, the roasted rack of suckling pig, and various exquisite desserts are stylishly presented. Raffles has one of the best cellars in the country and the cellar master can select a wine to complement each course. Lunch Monday to Friday and dinner Monday to Saturday. The dress code is 'smart elegant' and booking is essential.
Address: 1 Beach Road (Historic District)
Food type: International
Chang Jiang
Chang Jiang is a unique blend of exclusive European and Chinese styles. It is a combination of modern service and elegant décor with a delicious oriental experience, where specialities of Chinese and Shanghainese dishes are individually portioned and creatively presented within an elegant, Western-style hotel setting. Enticing dishes include sweet batter-dipped prawns with sesame seed and salad sauce, and shark's fin. Chang Jiang is open daily and reservations are recommended.
Address: Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Road (Orchard Road area)
Food type: Chinese
L'Aigle D'Or
The outstanding reputation of L'Aigle D'Or is well earned. The setting is classic with an elegant yet cosy feel, the staff are charming and knowledgeable, and the food done to perfection. The menu changes regularly according to the seasons and features such temptations as lobster consommé, pan-fried foie gras and rhubarb ravioli, tender braised veal, and classic desserts like crème brûlée or hot lemon soufflé in a chocolate shell. Reservations recommended.
Address: Duxton Hotel, 83 Duxton Road (Chinatown)
Food type: French
Tandoor
Indian artwork, luxurious carpets, wooden floors and furniture, and Indian musicians providing live entertainment combine to create the ambience of this award-winning north Indian restaurant. The tandoor oven is visible from the dining area and it is possible to watch the chefs at work on dishes such as tandoori chicken, or shrimp and lobster marinated in yoghurt and spices before being roasted in the oven. A perfect ending to any meal is a cup of deliciously spiced masala tea. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
Address: Holiday Inn Park View, 11 Cavenagh Road (Orchard Road area)
Food type: Indian
Da Paolo e Judie
The stylish combination of some interesting art, polished floors and contemporary elegance gives the impression of being in the home of Paolo and Judie Scarpa, the warm and gracious host and hostess of Da Paolo e Judie. The food focuses on true Italian cuisine and specialises in fresh seafood dishes such as the lobster pasta in a tomato, olive oil, white wine, herb and garlic sauce. All appetisers, salads, soups and mains are unique in their fascinating combination of ingredients. A beautifully decorated 'living room' invites diners to linger in comfort after their meal. Reservations recommended for dinner.
Address: 81 Neil Road (Chinatown)
Food type: Italian
Inagiku
Inagiku stands out as one of Singapore's premier Japanese restaurants with a reputation for impeccable service and exquisite authentic cuisine, using the freshest ingredients. Split into four dining areas that include the tempura, sushi and teppanyaki bars, and the main dining room, diners can either choose from the à la carte menu or counter hop. The tempura bar is the only one in Singapore, and the teppanyaki is deemed to be the best in the country, whipped up before one's eyes in a traditional display of Teppanyaki style and flair. Chefs at each counter perform the articulate art of Japanese cooking and go out of their way to meet the requests of their guests. Reservations recommended. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
Address: Raffles The Plaza, 80 Bras Basah Rd (Historic District)
Food type: Japanese
Esmirada at Orchard
Wrought-iron décor and terracotta floors combine to create the Mediterranean environment where friends gather to enjoy good food and wine. The menu consists of one dish each from Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Greece and Morocco and the generous portions are served family-style in the centre of the table for all to tuck into. Signature dishes include the superb Spanish paella, which is the best in the country; various kebab skewers or Moroccan couscous served with lamb shank, chicken or vegetable stew are also excellent. Dinner reservations recommended.
Address: Orchard Hotel, 442 Orchard Road #01-29
Food type: Mediterranean
Harbour Grill and Oyster Bar
This small and cosy award-winning restaurant dishes up perfectly grilled seafood, fresh oysters, US prime rib and rack of lamb. The cuisine is attentive to natural freshness rather than the typically rich Continental fare, and guest chefs from around the world are flown in for monthly specials. Harbour Grill and Oyster Bar is open Monday to Friday for lunch and Monday to Saturday for dinner. Reservations are recommended.
Address: Hilton International, 581 Orchard Road
Food type:
Li Bai
The understated décor of Li Bai is sleek and modern with a strong Chinese influence, with contemporary furnishings in red and black lacquer, jade table settings, and silver and ivory chopsticks. Large vases of elegant pussy willows add subtle opulence to the ambience. The Cantonese fare is traditional with a modern and innovative touch of class that includes creations such as the aromatic farm chicken smoked in jasmine tea leaves. The fresh seafood should not be missed; baked fillet of cod with honey, shark's fin sautéed with crabmeat, and Canadian cod sautéed with ginger and garlic, accompanied by the fabulous crab fried rice, are delicious. Reservations required. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Address: Sheraton Towers, 39 Scotts Road
Food type: Chinese
IndoChine Waterfront
Authentic Cambodian, Lao and Vietnamese dishes combine with hints of France from the Indochinese days of colonialism to create an exceptional Asian experience. Buddhist figurines, flower-shaped crystal chandeliers, and Ming Dynasty style chairs with plush silk cushions of oriental designs add to the exotic atmosphere, which is complemented by stunning views over the Singapore River. House specialities include beef stew ragout, and pepper beef in sweet and sour sauce, but there are other traditional favourites such as Cambodian Tiger Prawns, Roast Duck in green curry, and the Trio Seafood with Khmer Tamarind Sauce. For starters there are spring rolls, or prawns grilled on sugarcane, while lemongrass Crème brulée washed down by the not-to-be-missed Vietnamese coffee is the perfect end to the dining experience. Reservations required. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Address: Empress Place Building
Food type: Asian
Cities & Regions: Singapore
The stylish combination of some interesting art, polished floors and contemporary elegance gives the impression of being in the home of Paolo and Judie Scarpa, the warm and gracious host and hostess of Da Paolo e Judie. The food focuses on true Italian cuisine and specialises in fresh seafood dishes such as the lobster pasta in a tomato, olive oil, white wine, herb and garlic sauce. All appetisers, salads, soups and mains are unique in their fascinating combination of ingredients. A beautifully decorated 'living room' invites diners to linger in comfort after their meal. Reservations recommended for dinner.
Address: 81 Neil Road (Chinatown)
Food type: Italian
Inagiku
Inagiku stands out as one of Singapore's premier Japanese restaurants with a reputation for impeccable service and exquisite authentic cuisine, using the freshest ingredients. Split into four dining areas that include the tempura, sushi and teppanyaki bars, and the main dining room, diners can either choose from the à la carte menu or counter hop. The tempura bar is the only one in Singapore, and the teppanyaki is deemed to be the best in the country, whipped up before one's eyes in a traditional display of Teppanyaki style and flair. Chefs at each counter perform the articulate art of Japanese cooking and go out of their way to meet the requests of their guests. Reservations recommended. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
Address: Raffles The Plaza, 80 Bras Basah Rd (Historic District)
Food type: Japanese
Esmirada at Orchard
Wrought-iron décor and terracotta floors combine to create the Mediterranean environment where friends gather to enjoy good food and wine. The menu consists of one dish each from Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Greece and Morocco and the generous portions are served family-style in the centre of the table for all to tuck into. Signature dishes include the superb Spanish paella, which is the best in the country; various kebab skewers or Moroccan couscous served with lamb shank, chicken or vegetable stew are also excellent. Dinner reservations recommended.
Address: Orchard Hotel, 442 Orchard Road #01-29
Food type: Mediterranean
Harbour Grill and Oyster Bar
This small and cosy award-winning restaurant dishes up perfectly grilled seafood, fresh oysters, US prime rib and rack of lamb. The cuisine is attentive to natural freshness rather than the typically rich Continental fare, and guest chefs from around the world are flown in for monthly specials. Harbour Grill and Oyster Bar is open Monday to Friday for lunch and Monday to Saturday for dinner. Reservations are recommended.
Address: Hilton International, 581 Orchard Road
Food type:
Li Bai
The understated décor of Li Bai is sleek and modern with a strong Chinese influence, with contemporary furnishings in red and black lacquer, jade table settings, and silver and ivory chopsticks. Large vases of elegant pussy willows add subtle opulence to the ambience. The Cantonese fare is traditional with a modern and innovative touch of class that includes creations such as the aromatic farm chicken smoked in jasmine tea leaves. The fresh seafood should not be missed; baked fillet of cod with honey, shark's fin sautéed with crabmeat, and Canadian cod sautéed with ginger and garlic, accompanied by the fabulous crab fried rice, are delicious. Reservations required. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Address: Sheraton Towers, 39 Scotts Road
Food type: Chinese
IndoChine Waterfront
Authentic Cambodian, Lao and Vietnamese dishes combine with hints of France from the Indochinese days of colonialism to create an exceptional Asian experience. Buddhist figurines, flower-shaped crystal chandeliers, and Ming Dynasty style chairs with plush silk cushions of oriental designs add to the exotic atmosphere, which is complemented by stunning views over the Singapore River. House specialities include beef stew ragout, and pepper beef in sweet and sour sauce, but there are other traditional favourites such as Cambodian Tiger Prawns, Roast Duck in green curry, and the Trio Seafood with Khmer Tamarind Sauce. For starters there are spring rolls, or prawns grilled on sugarcane, while lemongrass Crème brulée washed down by the not-to-be-missed Vietnamese coffee is the perfect end to the dining experience. Reservations required. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Address: Empress Place Building
Food type: Asian
Cities & Regions: Singapore
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