While February was abuzz with Chinese New Year celebrations and Valentine’s Day feasts, March beckons with an array of freshly minted eateries in Singapore waiting to be explored. From legit Filipino lechon to a gelato cafe where you can get tattooed, here are all the new restaurants and cafes to dine at this March 2024!
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Senor Taco has reopened their flagship at Clarke Quay so you can munch on Mexican street food and pregrame before heading to the club. The huge restaurant is decked out in vibrant red and boasts a swanky dance floor, a live band stage, and a DJ booth spinning Latin beats all night long.
The menu here is extensive, featuring tacos, quesadillas, frozen cocktails and more. A standout dish is the Birria ($28++) tacos, comprising succulent lamb that’s slow-cooked for 48 hours. Another crowd favourite is the Torta De Milanesa ($24++), a hearty Mexican torta sandwich filled with breaded beef steak, grilled cheese, and avocado. Senor Taco also offers happy hour promos from 5pm to 8:30pm daily, where you can enjoy two Corona beers, house wines, and house spirits for just $14++!
Address: River Valley Road, #01-09A, Block 3C, Singapore 179022
Opening hours: Sun-Mon 5:30pm to 1am, Tue-Thurs 5:30pm to 2am, Fri-Sat 5:30pm to 3am
Tel: 8808 0065
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Senor Taco is not a halal-certified eatery.
Meatchelin has garnered a fair bit of buzz, setting itself apart from the K-BBQ throng in Tanjong Pagar. They claim to be the first Korean barbecue spot to spotlight lamb, and also offer tableside grilling services by Korean oppa chefs—their words, not ours.
If you’re dining in a group, order their Meatchelin Signature Lamb Ribs ($138++), where you get six whole lamb ribs grilled to enjoy. The lamb here does not taste gamey, as they’re both grass-fed and pasture-raised. Another item worth the splurge is their Wagyu Sirloin ($58++), starring marbled, melt-in-your-mouth beef. Another perk here is the fact that they make their kimchi fresh, tableside, so you can expect sweeter, fresher kimchi than the ones you get at other Korean restaurants.
Read our Meatchelin review.
Address: 66 Tanjong Pagar Road, #02-01, Singapore 088487
Opening hours: Daily 5pm to 12am
Tel: 9699 0373
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Meatchelin is not a halal-certified eatery.
Zhang Ji Shanghai La Mian Xiao Long Bao is a Michelin-approved hawker stall in Alexandra Village Food Centre, sporting long queues for their house-made dumplings and la mian. Recently, they’ve expanded to open their very first brick-and-mortar restaurant in ARC, AKA the Alexandra Retail Centre.
You have to try their Szechuan Spicy Wanton ($8.80), where you get 10 dumplings tossed in a fiery chilli oil mix. Double down on the heat with the Szechuan Spicy Noodles ($6.80), a delightful bowl of dan dan mian topped with minced meat and a hearty, spicy broth.
Read our Zhang Ji Shanghai La Mian Xiao Long Bao review.
Address: 460 Alexandra Road, #02-23, Alexandra Retail Centre, Singapore 119963
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am to 3pm, 5pm to 8:30pm
Zhang Ji Shanghai La Mian Xiao Long Bao is not a halal-certified eatery.
Image credit: Swensen’s Singapore
Swensen’s isn’t the first name you think about when you think of buffets, but this has all just changed thanks to the restaurant franchise launching their Swensen’s Unlimited menu, only available at Changi Airport Terminal 2. Feast all you want for $31++ per person on weekday lunches, or $35++ per person for dinners Monday through Thursday. Weekend lunch is $50++ per person, while dinners from Friday to Sunday start at 5pm for $60++ per person.
Image credit: Swensen’s Singapore
The dishes here are very international, so you get the likes of roast meat and seafood, as well as Asian bites such as Beef Hor Fun and Ayam Buah Keluak. To that, you can also enjoy a dessert spread where you get 48 different gelato and ice cream flavours to dig into, with a range of toppings to turn the ice cream into a sundae.
Read our Swensen’s Unlimited review.
Address: Changi Airport Terminal 2, #01-03, Singapore 819643
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 11pm
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Swensen’s Unlimited is a halal-certified eatery.
Another Indonesian coffee chain that has recently opened in Singapore is Tomoro Coffee. They’re one of the region’s fastest-growing coffee brands, so try their offerings for yourself to see what the hype is about at the National University of Singapore. Located on the second floor of the Hon Sui Sen Memorial Library, the spot is takeaway-only, so it’s ideal for a grab-and-go caffeine boost or breakfast before you mug.
All the drinks here cost less than $6, so it won’t hurt your wallet too much. All the coffees are made with 100% Arabica beans, and include Oatside options for the lactose intolerant.
Read our Tomoro Coffee review.
Address: 1 Hon Sui Sen Drive, Level 2, NUS Hon Sui Sen Memorial Library, Singapore 117588
Opening hours: TBD
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Tomoro Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.
Chagee closed down multiple outlets earlier this year, but they’ve since come back with Amps Tea, their new rebrand. Their first new outlet is located at JEM, and the brand is much trendier, sporting industrial chic interiors and drinks housed in clue marine blue-top bubble tea cups.
Choose from five different drink series: Latte, Fruit Tea, Handcrafted Ice Blended, Cold Brew, and Fresh Brew, and enjoy your drink with one of three toppings: Cheese Top ($1.80), White Pearls ($1.20), and Osmanthus Jelly ($1.20). Our personal fave was the refreshing Triple Peach Season Tea ($6.20), starring real peach puree and a floral tea base.
Read our Amps Tea review.
Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-64, JEM, Singapore 608529
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
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Amps Tea is not a halal-certified eatery.
FairPrice isn’t the kind of place we’d expect to spend our Friday nights, but the FairPrice Finest at Clarke Quay is changing the game for us. If you’re on TikTok, you’ll probably have seen this specific FairPrice go viral thanks to its super cool vibes and the fact that it is home to a food hall that can seat 50 people, as well as a cocktail bar.
There is a wide range of cuisines and dishes to choose from here, from Middle Eastern to Peranakan. Items are largely priced under $10, which makes this quite a wallet-friendly spot as well!
Read our FairPrice Finest review.
Address: 3 River Valley Road, Block B #01-04/05, Singapore 179019
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 8am to 11pm, Fri-Sat 8am to 12am
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If getting gelato and a tattoo in the same place sounds like your jam, then head down to Scoop & Sketch. Located a short walk from Aljunied MRT Station, this cool, funky cafe spot happens to also be open till 12am daily—great for sweet suppers.
A single scoop here costs $5, and flavours aren’t too out-of-the-box. Options include Salted Caramel and Speculoos. Complete your gelato pick with their thick buttermilk waffle, priced at $7. The tattoo parlour on the second floor is open for bookings as well, if you’re keen to head up and get inked!
Read our Scoop & Sketch review.
Address: 82 Lorong 23 Geylang, #01-01, Atrix, Singapore 388409
Opening hours: Mon-Wed 1pm to 12am, Thurs-Sun 12pm to 12am
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Scoop & Sketch is not a halal-certified eatery.
Ice cream lovers living in the West have to swing by Heavenly Sundae for a unique twist on the dessert. Here, diners can get unique DIY cereal sundaes and shakes, where you pick an ice cream base and cereal mix-ins, as well as a sauce to finish.
There are over 20 different cereals to choose from here, including cereals rarely found in Singapore. Pieces start at $6 here for the ice cream or $8 for their shakes. Adding to their one-of-a-kind offerings is a space that’s decked out in cool blue tones, with a cereal feature wall that’s great for snapping photos at.
Read our Heavenly Sundae review.
Address: 511 Upper Jurong Road, #01-05, D’Arena, Singapore 638366
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 10pm
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Heavenly Sundae is not a halal-certified eatery.
Nasty Cookie has upped their game once more with Nasty Bakehouse, an all-new bakery and cookie store concept in Marina Square. Expect a range of their signature thicc cookies, as well as a line-up of baked goodies and milkshakes here.
One standout bake is the Durian Crescent ($6.80), where you get an utterly flaky, super-layered croissant packed with durian puree. Another bake we loved is the Mentaiko Turkey Quiche ($6.50), where you get a filling of turkey ham and a rich, savoury mentaiko cream that’s torched before serving.
Read our Nasty Bakehouse review.
Address: 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-271, Marina Square, Singapore 039594
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 6pm
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Nasty Bakehouse is a halal-certified eatery.
Punggol Park just got a lot more happening thanks to Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop. You may know of the name thanks to their first outlet in Sengkang. Like the OG, the Hougang iteration of Tenderbest has both indoor and outdoor dining areas, with waterfront views if you’d like to dine al fresco.
There are a handful of exclusive dishes here, from their Squid Ink Pasta ($15.90), topped with a range of fresh seafood, as well as a selection of Indian dishes from Kamala Express, including prata, thosai, and the like. Add this to the roster if you’re looking for an affordable dinner date spot or a weekend brunch joint that isn’t your run-of-the-mill cafe.
Read our Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop Punggol Park review.
Address: 97 Hougang Avenue 8, Punggol Park, Singapore 538768
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am to 10pm
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Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop is in the process of getting halal-certified.
Korea’s largest pizza chain, Eat Pizza, has set up shop in the city centre with their new 313 Somerset outlet. They’ve got over 100 outlets in Korea, and have built their reputation upon their affordable, single-serving pizzas.
Choose from 10 different flavours, from classics such as the Pepperoni ($6.90) or Aloha ($6.90). Else, try their moreish Hot & Spicy Chicken ($7.90), where you get chunks of chicken dressed in a chipotle sauce, sweet corn bits, and cream cheese mousse.
Read our Eat Pizza review.
Address: 313 Orchard Road, #B3-48A, 313@Somerset, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
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Eat Pizza is not a halal-certified eatery.
Tarik has been minted as the spot for the best teh tarik in Singapore, so if you want to be the judge of that, swing by their Bali Lane cafe. The industrial space seats about 20, with cosy nooks and intimate seats for your midday tea break.
The syphon method is used to brew coffees and teas here, except their famed Teh Tarik ($3). Nevertheless, the drink arrives in a syphon maker for visual oomph. In our opinion, it is one of the best teh tarik you can find. Made with Ceylon tea dust sourced by the owner, you get a nuanced, aromatic brew that’s kept warm for longer thanks to the syphon. They also serve cold coffees and teas, in inventive flavours such as Sunrise Cheese Latte ($7) and Tiramisu Cream Latte ($7.30).
Read our Tarik review.
Address: 16 Bali Lane, Singapore 189852
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 8pm
Tel: 9295 1955
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Tarik is a Muslim-owned eatery.
Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric garnered quite a fair amount of attention in the past month, and for good reason. Housed in the Louis Vuitton flagship at Marina Bay Sands, it is the only place where you can get legit, LV-branded chocolates and confectioneries in Singapore. The chocolaterie is established by famed French patissier, Maxime Frédéric, who is also the man behind all the cakes and chocolates served at Paris’ Louis Vuitton Cafe.
When we visited, we got to try three items: the Coated Hazelnuts ($44), Chocolate Bar ($30), and Chocolate, Hazelnut and Vanilla Spread ($50). All of them bear the LV monogram in some fashion, making them great for gifts. FYI: $30 is the cheapest thing you can get in the store, so be prepared to splurge!
Read our Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric review.
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-36, Louis Vuitton Island, Singapore 018972
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric is not a halal-certified eatery.
If you’ve ever been to Melbourne, you might have heard of Lukumades, a popular Greek doughnut chain. They’ve now set up shop in Singapore, with their flagship store located on Arab Street. The name here is a riff off loukoumades, the bite-sized doughnut balls they sell. You can pick and choose from a variety of sauces and toppings to enjoy with your doughnut. Prices start at $8.50, which gets you eight balls.
Unlike the usual brioche doughnut, loukoumades are chewier and more mochi-like. Aside from doughnuts, you get gelato here as well, in flavours such as Pistachio, Salted Caramel, and Mango Passion Sorbet. Prices start at $5 a scoop.
Read our Lukumades review.
Address: 60 Arab Street, #01-01, Singapore 199757
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 9am to 10pm, Fri-Sat 9am to 12am
Tel: 9661 6071
Website
Lukumades Singapore is a Muslim-owned eatery.
For legit, wallet-friendly Korean street food, swing by Seoul Bunsik at Far East Plaza. It’s a great spot for a casual meal, as you can enjoy DIY ramyeon, tteokbokki, gimbap and the like here. The DIY Rameyon is a must. Priced at $7.80, you enjoy your ramyeon prepared on special induction cookers—just like in Korea—zhnged up with add-on toppings such as cheese ($1) and egg ($1).
Pair that with their Original Gimbap ($13.80) or a side of hearty Tteokbokki ($13.80). Fried chicken lovers will be happy to know that Seoul Bunsik also has Spicy Chicken ($19.80), served boneless!
Read our Seoul Bunsik review.
Address: 14 Scotts Road, #01-01, Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm
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Seoul Bunsik is not a halal-certified eatery.
For legit Thai fare in an Instagrammable setting, visit Fourgather, the latest addition to Amoy Hotel. Located in the heart of the CBD, this hip Thai restaurant offers a wide range of classics, from salads to soups and curries that are perfect for sharing.
Try their Fried Fish Miang (Fisherman’s Harvest) ($44.90++): deep-fried fish served deboned on a platter, alongside a plethora of fresh veggies and dips. There’s also the Roasted Rice Pork ($18.90++), featuring crispy pork coated in glutinous rice, as well as the Fourgather Matchstick Wings ($11.90++) that are packed with flavour. You won’t go wrong with the Tom Yum Seafood Soup ($24.90++) too, featuring the quintessential hot and sour soup brimming with fresh squid, prawns, and fish slices.
Address: 76 Telok Ayer Street, #01-02, Singapore 048464
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 11:30pm
Tel: 8071 2946
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Fourgather is not a halal-certified eatery.
Located in City Hall, Tipsy Flamingo is the place to go for boozy nights in the CBD. The beach-themed restaurant has a new Spanish-inspired menu featuring seafood tapas such as Gambas Al Ajillo ($24++), AKA Spanish garlic prawns, and hearty mains including Lomo En Plancha ($36++). The latter sees thick cuts of juicy beef striploin on a hotplate, served alongside roasted vegetables.
Then, end your night on a high with Tipsy’s 2L Cocktail Towers ($78++). Spiked with fruity White Sangria, you can also get the towers in flavours such as Guava or Lychee Coconut.
Address: 252 North Bridge Road, #01-17A, Raffles Shopping Centre, Singapore 179103
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 12pm to 1am, Sun 12pm to 11pm
Tel: 9010 0348
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Tipsy Flamingo is not a halal-certified eatery.
New modern French restaurant Roia is headed by the award-winning Chef Priyam Chatterjee, who’s most famous for being the youngest chef to receive the Chevalier de l’Ordre du Mérite (Order of Agricultural Merit) in 2019. This fine dining restaurant takes over the spot of the Michelin-starred Corner House, which closed its shutters in June 2023.
Visit from Fridays to Sundays for their four-course lunch menu, priced at $98++ per person. During our visit, our unanimous favourite was the second main: Fungi & Corner, made with mushrooms that were dried and infused with herbs such as sage and rosemary, cooked to a thick and rich consistency. It’s then paired with rosti, complete with fresh truffle shavings and a confit egg yolk for extra creaminess. If you’re celebrating a special occasion, visit for dinner instead, where you’ll find two elaborate menus available: Signature ($188++) and Experience ($288++).
Read our Roia review!
Address: 1 Cluny Road, E.J.H Corner House, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore 259569
Opening hours: Wed-Thurs 6:30pm to 12am, Fri-Sun 12pm-3pm, 6:30pm to 12am
Tel: 8908 1705
Website
Roia is not a halal-certified eatery.
If you’re in Bugis and craving a hearty sandwich, look no further than Jack Marzoni’s, a new addition to the neighbourhood. This Muslim-owned cafe specialises in loaded sandwiches, at nett and affordable prices under $20!
The Cheeky Tongue ($16.90) is a popular flavour that spotlights braised beef cheek and tongue with kombu butter, seated tomatoes, pickled salad, and stretchy mozzarella. Alternatively, go for the Ayam “Ter” Bakar ($12.90), which pairs seared dark soy chicken breast with a sweet-savoury sambal belacan mango chimichurri, alongside cheddar scrambled eggs. Don’t miss out on their drinks and desserts, too; the Dough Balls ($8) come with a delicious Butterscotch Dates Sauce, while the Matcha Milkshake ($7) is a crowd fave.
Address: 7 Jalan Pisang, Singapore 199074
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 11am to 9pm
Tel: 8081 4220
Website
Jack Marzoni’s is a Muslim-owned eatery.
ICYMI: Popular sandwich cafe Breakfast Grill is now open for dinner, from 5:30pm to 9:30pm, Wednesdays to Sundays. Check out their new dinner menu, which features a small range of pastas and mains that are affordably priced under $30++.
Highlights include the decadent Mentaiko Mac & Cheese Udon ($17+), a creamy and cheesy dish comprising udon noodles baked with prawn bits. There’s also the Truffle Mushroom Orzo ($20+)—orzo risotto, portobello, parmesan, truffle oil—if you want something less sinful, but no less delicious. Otherwise, try their Beer Battered Fish & Chips ($23+), which stars beer-battered halibut, lemon pepper chips, and house-made tartar sauce. If you need a caffeine hit, order the Iced Sea Salt Mocha ($7.50+): espresso with chocolate syrup, topped with a slightly salty foam.
Address: 380 East Coast Road, Singapore 428986
Opening hours: Mon-Tue 8am to 4pm, Wed-Sun 8am to 4pm, 5:30pm to 10pm
Tel: 8363 9502
Website
Breakfast Grill is not a halal-certified eatery.
Head down to Monster Curry to try their updated menu, which includes plant-based options such as “Spam” Fries ($7.90++), Truffle Meatless Katsu Salad ($12.90++), and Tomato Fungi Pasta ($12.90++). The “Spam” Fries comprise deep-fried vegetarian spam and tofu sticks, paired with your choice of dipping sauce: Homemade Curry Mayo, Saikyo Miso, Mentaiko Sauce, Mayonnaise or Ketchup. We also liked the salad for its fragrant truffle-infused flavour and fresh, crunchy vegetables.
The updated menu also offers new mains. We recommend the Scallop Cream Stew Omelette Curry ($18.50++) if you like your curry mild. Plus, it comes with fresh scallops! And for those who love rotisserie chicken, get the Rosemary Chicken Thigh Omelette Curry ($16.90++) for well-charred chicken skin. There’s also Saba Shio Omelette Curry ($13.90++) for those who like their omurice with a bit of curry.
They’ve also a new selection of honey toast desserts, which were our favourite. We got the Biscoff Cheesecake Honey Toast ($12.90++), but the new desserts include the Fresh Mango Honey Toast ($13.50++) and White Peach Yuzu Honey Toast ($12.50++). You will love the buttery aroma of the toast that soaked up the vanilla ice cream as much as we did.
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Monster Curry is not a halal-certified eatery.
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