Don’t let the glitz and glamour of Marina Bay Sands (MBS) fool you, as there are numerous wallet-friendly food gems in the destination for you to consider, especially for your special occasions. Our guide includes a list of 25 MBS food places and restaurants with food going under $50++ per person, so it’ll hopefully save you some money. These eateries cover a range of cuisines, comprising both fine and casual dining options, depending on how atas you feel on that day.
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IG-worthy European-inspired gourmet pastry and dessert joint, Origin+Bloom, is helmed by executive pastry chef Antonio Benites, who was formerly under notable names like Joel Robuchon and Pierre Herme. Their gourmet sandwiches are a hit, especially the Lobster & Prawn Roll with Truffle ($25), consisting of lobster, prawn, black truffle, fresh avocado, sweet onions, fresh dill herb and more.
Pick from their wide range of viennoiseries like Black Sesame Mochi Bun ($4) and ‘Otah Otah’ Bun ($4), or even an artisanal cake such as the Pistachio And Cherry ($22 for 350g) for a sweet finish.
Check out our Origin + Bloom review!
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Tower 3 Lobby, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 8:30pm
Tel: 6688 8588
Website
Origin + Bloom is not a halal-certified eatery.
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One Michelin star dim sum restaurant from Hong Kong, Tim Ho Wan, sells steamed dishes, rice, congee, noodles, fried dishes, and desserts at wallet-friendly prices. Their signature Baked BBQ Pork Buns ($9++) are not to be missed, and mains such as Chicken, Cordycep Flower, And Mushroom With Rice ($8.50++) and Pork And Shrimp Dumplings In Hot And Spicy Scallion Noodles ($11++) are worth your order too. They also have sweet treats such as their Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts ($6++), or Osmanthus Jelly ($5.50++) that will end your meal nicely.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-02/03/04, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 10pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 11pm
Tel: 6688 7600
Website
Tim Ho Wan is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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Known for their steaks and weekend breakfast, Dallas Cafe & Bar has both indoor and al fresco dining spots, allowing you to enjoy your meal with a view. Their Lunch Set Menu ($30++ for two courses, $38++ for three courses) includes starters such as Salt and Pepper Calamari, mains such as Lamb Burger, and dessert too.
Alternatively, choose from their a la carte menu which includes Classic Fish & Chips ($28++), Buttermilk Fried Chicken Burger ($22++), Chicken Penne Pasta ($22++) and more. If you’re looking for something to share, consider their Dallas BBQ Wings ($18++) and Dukkah-Spiced Grilled Pitta Breads ($15++).
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-85, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30am to 12am, Fri 11:30am to 1am, Sat 11am to 1am, Sun 11am to 12am
Tel: 6688 7153
Website
Dallas Cafe & Bar is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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Another MBS food spot to check out is Ippudo, a famous Japanese ramen eatery with over 100 stores worldwide. They’re known for their signature tonkotsu broth ramen!
Their Shiromaru Motoaji Special ($23++) and Akamaru Shinaji Special ($24.90++) are both perennial favourites, with the latter being a slightly spicier version of the former. If you prefer something more unique, exclusives such as their Chicken Shoyu Special ($24++) and Hakata Niku Soba Special ($23++) are limited only to their Marina Bay Sands store.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-54/55, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 9:20pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 9:50pm
Tel: 6688 7064
Website
Ippudo is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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Angelina is a French tearoom founded in 1903, specialising in their Signature Hot Chocolate ($18.80++), a decadent drink that’s almost like melted chocolate.
Go for their popular Paris-Brest ($17++), a choux pastry with caramelised hazelnuts. Other than that, enjoy breakfast sets such as Parisian Breakfast Set ($42.50++) and mains such as their Creamy Truffle Cheese Pasta ($28.90++) that’ll fill you right up.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-89/89A, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 10pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 11pm
Tel: 6688 7236
Website
Angelina is not a halal-certified restaurant.
Gourmet burgers and over-the-top Crazyshake milkshakes are the specialities at Black Tap, a well-known New York-based eatery. Try their famous craft burgers, including The Greg Norman ($28++) and the classic All-American Burger ($23++).
Round your meal off with their IG-worthy milkshakes such as Cakeshake ($22++) or the Brooklyn Blackout ($21++) for a sugar rush that’s best for sharing with a friend. If you’re feeling boozy, get a North Coast Old No. 38 Stout ($14++) to wash all that grease down.
Check out our Black Tap review.
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, #L1-80, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 11pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 11pm
Tel: 6688 9957
Website
Black Tap is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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For those looking for a spot to chill and hang out with their friends in MBS, PS.Cafe is a great choice. If you’re in the mood for some burgers, get the PS. Burger ($32++) or Cheeseburger & Fries ($15++). Their pastas are also great picks: the Spicy King Prawn Aglio Olio ($30++) and Chicken Rossa Penne ($27++) which features sauteed chicken, smoked bacon, spinach, and toasted mushrooms coated in a garlic-tomato cream sauce.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-119-120A, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 10:30am to 10:30pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am to 11pm
Tel: 6708 9288
Website
PS.Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
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With a high-end selection of over 800 tea blends from around the world, TWG Tea Salon & Boutique at MBS is also famed for their grand ambience and infusing tea into everything. Tea time set menus like 1837 ($20++) and Chic ($35++) don’t break the bank, and include a selection of muffins, scones, as well as finger sandwiches to go along with your cuppa of choice.
They also have breakfast sets, such as the Classic ($25++), which comes with a set of viennoiseries that include Madeleines With Earl Grey Fortune. Those feeling fancier can go for the Gourmand ($42++) set which comes with a savoury main, tea, freshly-squeezed juice, and patisserie.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-122/125 (Tea on the Bay), B2-65/68A (Tea Garden), The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 10am to 9:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am to 11pm (Tea on the Bay); Sun-Thurs 10am to 9:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am to 11pm (Tea Garden)
Tel: 6535 1837 (Tea on the Bay), 6565 1837 (Tea Garden)
Website
TWG Tea Salon & Boutique is not a halal-certified eatery.
Located in the hotel lobby of Marina Bay Sands, Blossom Restaurant is a contemporary Chinese restaurant that features modern twists on Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine. The menu covers a wide range of dim sum, live seafood, and roast meats.
Though most of the prices on the menu are steep, you can order a rice or noodle dish to lessen the burden on your wallet. Get the Poached Fish Noodles with Seafood in Lobster Stock ($22++) for some premium seafood ingredients in a hearty bowl of noodles. But if nothing satiates your appetite like rice does, get their “Yang Zhou” Fried Rice ($32++) to share.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-05/05A, Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11.30am to 3:45pm, 6pm to 9:45pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 3:30pm, 5:30pm to 9:45pm
Tel: 6688 7799
Website
Blossom Restaurant is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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The first international offshoot of celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s Beverly Hills restaurant, Spago Dining Room spotlights Californian cuisine with global influences. The restaurant also overlooks the city skyline, making it ideal for dates or special occasions.
Enjoy mains such as their Big Eye Tuna Tartare Cones ($32++) and Orecchiette With Duck Ragu ($31++), especially if you’re looking for a splurge. For something unique, get their Hamachi & Hokkaido Scallop “Ceviche” ($38++) with ikura and a yuzu soya sauce dressing. Otherwise, they have burgers such as Grilled Mushroom-Swiss Burger ($36++) and Falafel Burger ($28++) with roasted capsicum, harissa aioli, and feta cheese.
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Level 57, Hotel Tower 2, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm, Fri-Sat 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10:30pm
Tel: 6688 9955
Website
Spago Dining Room is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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Those looking for a scenic dining spot away from the hustle and bustle of city life can make a reservation at LAVO Italian Restaurant And Rooftop Bar.
The LAVO 2-Course Lunch Set ($45++) from Monday to Friday is what you want if you’re looking at value-for-money options. Available from 12pm to 3:30pm, diners get both a main course and a dessert. Options include Linguine Al Pesto Genovese━which comes with diced potatoes and fine green beans, or a Classic Margherita Pizza.
Also on the menu are favourites such as “The Meatball” ($39++), where guests are served a 1-pound meatball made of freshly ground imperial Wagyu.
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Level 57, Tower One, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 12am, Fri-Sat 11am to 11pm
Tel: 6688 8591
Website
LAVO Italian Restaurant and Rooftop Bar is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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Mott 32 focuses primarily on Cantonese cuisine coupled with influences from Beijing and Sichuan. Seafood lovers should get Wok-Fried Whole Crab ($18++ per 100g), or their King Prawn Black Pepper Clay Pot ($42++). If you want something with rice, go for Scallop and Prawns Pao Fan ($44++) which comes in a flavourful fish soup broth.
Mott 32 also has plant-based signature dishes and a separate vegetarian and gluten-free menu, great for those with special dietary needs. Check out items such as their nutritious Goji Berry, Shiitake Mushroom Soup ($18++) and Wok Fried Ma Po Tofu ($26++).
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-42/44, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 3:30pm, 5pm to 11pm (Lunch and Dinner)
Tel: 6688 9922
Website
Mott 32 is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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Fans of Japanese cuisine will love Sen Of Japan, a modern Japanese restaurant and bar built on the concept of “sen”, which directly translates to freshness. It is also owned by the former head chef of the famous NOBU restaurant in Las Vegas.
Their weekday set lunches give you a bang for your buck, with Yuzu Kosho Black Cod Set ($37++) for fans of seafood, and Buta Shogayaki Set ($32++) for meat lovers. The latter is especially worth the price, as you get thinly sliced sauteed pork with ginger soy sauce and rice, as well as an appetiser, tempura, salad, miso soup, and dessert. You can also top up $3++ for free-flow hot or iced green tea.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-86, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6688 7426
Website
Sen Of Japan is not a halal-certified restaurant.
At Yardbird Southern Table And Bar, traditional Southern cooking and farm-fresh American food are the specialties.
Though diners typically order the restaurant’s signature Chicken & Waffles ($46++), which features cheddar cheese waffles with spiced watermelon, more budget-friendly meals can be found in the Lunch Break Set ($36++). This option gets you The Great American Burger or Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich, with appetisers such as Classic Buttermilk Biscuits.
Another affordable choice is their Executive Lunch Set ($46++), expanding your choice to bites such as their Protein Power Bowl which comprises grilled chicken, chickpeas, avocado, quinoa and more.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-07, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 12pm to 11pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 12pm
Tel: 6688 9959
Website
Yardbird Southern Table And Bar is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Savour different traditional British foods curated by popular personality and chef, Gordon Ramsay at Bread Street Kitchen. The space comes with both indoor and al fresco dining options, with the restaurant being pet-friendly too.
Visit during brunch for The English Breakfast ($30++) comprising two eggs of your choice, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, tomato, and baked beans. Otherwise, drop by at lunch to try their Steamed Sea Bream ($36++), which comes with green bean and cherry tomato in a Moilee sauce.
Side dishes include Macaroni Cheese ($16++) topped with roasted garlic crumbs and Koffman’s Fries ($10++). End it off with their desserts, such as Sticky Toffee Pudding ($22++), Single Malt Whisky Cranachan Cheesecake ($19++) and more.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-81, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 12pm to 12am, Sat-Sun 11:30am to 12am
Tel: 6688 5665
Website
Bread Street Kitchen is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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Whether you’re stopping by in the early morning or late at midnight, Renku Bar & Lounge welcomes you to relax and unwind. This Japanese-inspired bar offers a calm and elegant ambience, complete with plush armchairs and oak furnishings in shades of bronze and grey.
Choose from a selection of local delights such as Chicken Satay ($25++), Char Kway Teow ($25++), and Laksa ($35++). Alternatively, go for bar bites which include Lamb Kebabs ($25++), Renku Beef Burger ($28), or get their Mezze Platter ($25++) which features hummus, crisp vegetables, olives, and warm pita bread to share.
Renku Bar & Lounge is also known for their extensive menu of alcoholic beverages and artisanal tea. Try their signature cocktails, all priced at $24++, such as Monkey & Coconut, a mix of Monkey Shoulder whisky, coconut honey syrup, and orange bitters, or The Berry Bee’s, a concoction of Brass Lion gin, honey lemon ginger, raspberry, and egg white. Those who don’t drink alcohol can go for teas, all priced at $12++, with options such as Marina Pearls, Mango Sticky Rice, Sencha and many more.
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Tower 1 Lobby, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 6:30am to 1am, Fri-Sat 6:30am to 2am
Tel: 6688 5535
Website
Renku Bar & Lounge is not a halal-certified eatery.
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PUTIEN is a household name around when it comes to Fujian cuisine. This local brand has been serving Fujian cuisine with the freshest ingredients for over two decades and is known for its fresh seafood offerings.
A must-try in their selection of signature items is Pan-fried Yellow Croaker ($43.80++) that’s slowly stewed with their special house-made sauce. Another highly recommended item is PUTIEN Crispy Oyster ($19.80++), a good snack for sharing. Otherwise, get their Fujian Red Mushroom Seafood Lor Mee ($18.80+) which redefines comfort food. It stars a rich flavourful stock made with red mushrooms imported from Changting in the Fujian province of China. If your meal isn’t complete without carbs, there are other mains such as Fried Heng Hwa Bee Hoon ($12.80++), PUTIEN Cabbage Rice ($12.80++), PUTIEN “Ca Fen” ($12.80++) and more.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-05, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018973
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6688 7053
Website
PUTIEN is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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db Bistro And Oyster Bar is the Singaporean offshoot of French celebrity chef Daniel Boulud’s Bistro Moderne in New York City. Here, you can find traditional French cuisine, fresh oysters, and delicious burgers.
If you’re big on oysters, don’t miss out on their Seasonal Oysters which are priced at $40++ for half a dozen. Otherwise, go for their Signature Steak Tartare ($35++), or the Seared Foie Gras ($48++) which features roasted apple and quinoa in a natural jus sauce. Get sides such as Lobster & Cauliflower Gratin ($25++) or Crushed Marble Potatoes ($12++) to share!
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-48, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 3:30pm, 5:30pm to 9pm; Fri-Sat 12pm to 3:30m, 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Tel: 6688 8525
Website
db Bistro & Oyster Bar is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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KOMA is a Japanese restaurant and sushi bar that offers a “multi-sensory dining experience”. The setting is awe-inspiring, as diners feast against a Japan-influenced backdrop, with a model of the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, and a 2.5m tall ‘bell’ hanging above a Japanese footbridge in the background.
Their Weekday 2-Course Lunch Set ($48++) involves interesting fusion appetisers, of which we recommend their Salmon Carpaccio and Vegan Caesar Salad. Also, look out for attractive mains such as the Barbecued Beef Short Rib and the Ginger Honey-Glazed Salmon. Fusion ala-carte dishes such as Wafu Carbonara With Uni ($49++) are available too if they’re up your alley.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-67, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Daily 11.30am to 3pm, 5pm to 12am
Tel: 6688 8690
Website
KOMA is not a halal-certified restaurant.
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One of the most famous pizzerias in Brooklyn, Roberta’s has made its way onto our shores and has found its home in Marina Bay Sands. Get wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas such as the classic Margherita ($25++) and the Famous Original ($26++), which has tomato with mozzarella, parmigiano, caciocavallo, oregano, and chilli as its toppings.
For more unorthodox pizzas, check out Bee Sting ($29++), which is topped with tomato mozzarella, spicy calabrese salami, basil, chilli, and honey.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-45, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 12pm to 11pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 11pm
Website
Roberta’s Pizza is not a halal-certified restaurant.
Another Italian-inspired eatery that won’t make too much of a dent in your wallet is Da Paolo Gastronomia which offers freshly made pasta dishes for you to enjoy. Start by choosing your sauce━Impossible Bolognese ($24++) and Carbonara ($24++) are great picks for a simple, fuss-free meal, while those who love the bright and herby taste of pesto should go for the Pesto al Basilico ($23++). You then have the option of picking your favourite pasta, such as penne, spaghetti, and tagliolini.
Alternatively, you could always order some pizza. Get classics such as Mozzarella ($10.50++), or Grilled Chicken ($10.50++), there’s also their Roasted Vegetables ($10.50++) for a vegetarian option.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-87, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 10pm
Tel: 6235 6708
Website
Da Paolo Gastronomia is not a halal-certified restaurant.
By night, Le Noir transforms into a waterfront live music bar, the perfect setting to indulge in whisky while enjoying the night breeze. But if you’re simply looking to fill your stomach, then the bar has some relatively affordable meals that you can order.
If a hearty burger will do the trick, get the Le Noir Beef Slider ($26++), which features a juicy house-made premium beef patty. Otherwise, if you’re not a fan of burgers, there’s their Soba Noodles Bowl ($28++) and Chicken Skewers with Tamarind Rub ($30++). Round it off on a sweet note with their Creamy Coconut Ice Cream ($16++) or their Lemon Infused Chia Cheesecake ($12++).
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-84, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 1am, Fri-Sat 12pm to 2am
Tel: 8817 6229
Website
Le Noir is not a halal-certified restaurant.
So Pho is a common sight in our local shopping malls, so it’s not a surprise that the offerings at the MBS branch are not too expensive. A bowl of Pho Noodle Soup with Sliced Beef will cost you $12.80++, while a rice dish such as their Stir-fried Basil with Rice goes from $10.80++ depending on your choice of protein.
Get their Vietnamese Egg Coffee ($6.80++) to go along with your food. For those who are unfamiliar with the beverage, it’s coffee topped with a mix of whipped egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk.
Address: 2 Bayfront Ave, #01-03/04, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6688 7044
Website
So Pho is a halal-certified restaurant.
Canton Paradise is home to some tantalising dim sum and food in MBS, such as Steamed Rice Roll with BBQ Pork Filling ($8.80++) and Steamed Molten Salted Egg Yolk Custard Piggy Bun ($8.80++ for three pieces). To keep costs down, however, you may want to scale back on ordering plate after plate of dim sum and get a rice or noodle dish instead. Order the Shrimp Fried Rice ($17.30++) for some of that addictive wok hei, or the Signature Canton Jumbo Prawn Wanton Noodle ($14.30++) if you fancy Hong Kong-style wonton mee.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #01-02, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 10:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6688 7052
Website
Canton Paradise is not a halal-certified restaurant.
Like Spago and Lavo, CÉ LA VI Singapore is located on the 57th floor of MBS and the view from the top is absolutely stunning. Thankfully, some of the dishes here won’t break the bank and the food is great as well. Mains include the Alaskan Halibut ($45++), which is 150g of halibut with yuzu beurre blanc, leek, kaffir lime leaf oil, and hazelnut; and the Stony River Black Angus Tenderloin ($48++), grass-fed Angus beef with black garlic and shio kombu, are all great options under $50++.
Address: 1 Bayfront Avenue, Level 57, Marina Bay Sands, Hotel Tower 3, Singapore 018971
Opening hours: Mon-Tue 4pm to 1am, Wed 4pm to 4am, Thurs 4pm to 4am, Fri 4pm to 4am, Sat 12pm to 4am, Sun 12pm to 3am
Tel: 6508 2188
Website
CÉ LA VI Singapore is not a halal-certified restaurant.
Next time you’re in the Bayfront area, you might want to consider stopping by one of these MBS food places and restaurants. They offer a wide range of cuisines, all priced under $50++, allowing you to satisfy your cravings before exploring the famous tourist attractions found in Marina Bay Sands.
For other food options near Marina Bay Sands, check out our Gardens By The Bay food guide. Otherwise, for more affordable food that won’t break your bank, read our cheap Japanese food guide, with mentaiko, chirashi, yakiniku and more under $15.
Feature image adapted from DB Bistro and Oyster Bar, @sufilaw, and @_whatsuppunk.
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